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Tommy James started making music when he was 4 years old and he hasn’t stopped. Tommy is a musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and the frontman of rock band Tommy James and the Shondells. Known for timeless classics such as “Crimson and Clover”, “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Hanky Panky”, “Sweet Cherry Line”, and “Draggin’ the Line” Tommy James has amassed 23 Gold singles, 9 Platinum albums, and over 100 million records sold worldwide. He was honored with a BMI Five Million-Air Award for over 21 million radio plays and his music has appeared in over 200 TV shows and films, and in countless commercials. To date, over 300 musicians have recorded covers of James' music, including: Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Prince, R.E.M., Kelly Clarkson, Bruce Springsteen, and even The Boston Pops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tommy James came up during a time when the music industry was in part controlled by New York's Italian mafia. And for a period in the 1960s, that power was centralized at Roulette Records. The record label was run by convicted extortionist Morris Levy and operated in partnership with the Genovese crime family. Tommy James' hits were sanctioned by the mob, the same mob that would threaten not only his career, but his life. To see the full list of contributors, see the show notes at ⁠www.disgracelandpod.com⁠. This episode was originally published on August 17, 2021. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠disgracelandpod.com Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠X⁠ (formerly Twitter)  ⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠ ⁠TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Label: Team 518Year: 1968Condition: M-Price: $22.00On this great Bubblegum record, the A side mines psych-rock for the fuzz guitar and frantic pace, while the flip sounds very much like something Tommy James & the Shondells would have recorded. (Check out the mp3 snippet.) This group made no albums, by the way, so this was a non-album single. Note: This beautiful copy comes in a vintage Buddah Records factory sleeve. It has Near Mint labels and, despite a few scuffs on the wax, very nearly Mint audio. (This scan is a representative image from our archives.)

Lee and Paul are back to talk about two slasher films in this episode which carry a lot of similarities the hosts hadn't originally realized. This time out they cover "The Demon" (1979), directed by Percival Rubens & "Girls Nite Out" (1982), directed by Robert Deubel. Much talk of the failings of these films, the unexpected joys, and the performances of the slumming name actors, Cameron Mitchell and Hal Holbrook respectively. The hosts also talk about what they've watched as of late. "The Demon" IMDB  "Girls Nite Out" IMDB  Check out Paul's beer channel and PA Outdoors Couple channel.   Featured Music: "Little Demon" by Screamin' Jay Hawkins, "Do Something to Me" by Tommy James and The Shondells, and "Judy in Disguise" by John Fred & His Playboy Band.

For this latest trip around the turntable, Sam St. John (aka Americana Sam) had the great fortune of sitting down with legendary singer, songwriter and PLATINUM selling artist Tommy James.  In this chat, they discuss his long historic career with Tommy James and the Shondells and iconic hits like "Mony, Mony", "Crimson and Clover", and "I Think We're Alone Now"; songs that have been covered from other legendary artists ranging from Billy Idol, Prince, Dolly Parton, and even Tiffany. Besides regular touring, Tommy has hosted the radio show "Gettin' Together with Tommy James" on SiriusXM 60s Gold (channel 73) for eight years and counting, where he shares stories about songs and artists from the 60s and beyond including his own experiences as a hitmaker, touring, new projects and so much more. The conversation even touches on the mafia-ran Roulette Records, featured in his book "Me, The Mob, and The Music".   Go to www.tommyjames.com for a full list of tour dates, merch and upcoming info! To purchase Tommy's book  "Me, The Mob and The Music": www.officialtommyjames.myshopify.com/collections/tommy-james-autographed-autobiography To purchase vinyl and CDs: www.officialtommyjames.myshopify.com/collections/tommy-james-vinyl-cds  

Join hosts Marc and Miriam as they carom and careen in jet-propelled overdrive with the Medallions, the Five Shillings, the Shondells (the OTHER Shondells!), the Go-Togethers, and loads more gassers to get you from zero to 95 in a snap. Join us!

Rosetta Hightower, Ervinna, Gloria Jones, Spanky Wilson, Marsha Hunt, Sandy Shaw, Johnny Thunder, Suzi Quatro, Wilson Pickett, Solomon Burke, Kurtis Blow, Exuma, Boney M., Merry Clayton, Aretha Franklin, Pointer Sisters, Donny Hathaway, Ruth Copeland, Undisputed Truth, more. Covering Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Kinks, Pink Floyd, Steely Dan, Tommy James and The Shondells, Bob Dylan, T.Rex, Van Morrison, Elton John, Neil Young, more.

Because the world is round it turns me onBecause the world is round...aaaaaahhhhhhBecause the wind is high it blows my mindBecause the wind is high...aaaaaaaahhhh"Because it's Sunday we can spend 2 hours together sharing some terrific music and memories. Joining us are H.P. Lovecraft, Queen, The Moody Blues, Bee Gees, Steve Miller Band, Three Dog Night, Buzzy Linhart, Supertramp, Fleetwood Mac, Savoy Brown, Badfinger, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Steely Dan, The Faces, Tommy James & The Shondells, The Who, Paul & Linda McCartney, The Beach Boys, Grand Funk Railroad, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles,

Send us a textOn this Episode Tom and Bert continue "The Spotlight Series" on entertainment influencers thru the decades!There are Stories to tell and the Guys will cover and discuss the beginnings and the careers of some of the greatest influencers throughout ALL of the entertainment industry.Today's Podcast will cover 2 Legendary Bands from the 1960's!We introduce to you Tommy James and The Shondells and The Turtles!Listen in as we discuss the beginning of their careers and the rise to stardom in the challenging 1960's music scene.CHAPTERS:(1:16) Tommy James and the Shondells(28:09) The TurtlesEnjoy the Show!You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

"We skipped the light fandango, turned cartwheels 'cross the floorI was feeling kind of seasick, but the crowd called out for moreThe room was humming harder, as the ceiling flew awayWhen we called out for another drinkThe waiter brought a tray"Join me on this Holiday weekend as we skip the light fandango accompanied by 2 hours of great tuneage. Joining us are The Blue Dolphins, Love, Urge Overkill, Miles Davis, Yes, Patti Smith, Pat Metheny, Crosby Stills & Nash, Carole King, Leon Russell, John Coltrane, Van Morrison, The Blues Project, Art Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, The Smiths, XTC, Blind Faith, Tears For Fears, Joni Mitchell, Kenny Rankin, The Shangri-Las, Beatles, Tommy James & The Shondells, The Doors, Moody Blues and Procol Harum.

Jamie James, guitarist, singer, and songwriter, joins Charles on Seeing Them Live to discuss his musical journey and new album Straight Up, released on Oglio Records.Jamie reflects on his early musical influences, growing up in Woodstock, Ontario, and his transition from aspiring hockey player to musician after a knee injury. He shares how he taught himself guitar on a damaged acoustic and recalls receiving his first real guitar as a Christmas gift in 1966. The conversation turns to Jamie's formative concert experiences, including seeing Tommy James and the Shondells, Deep Purple, Sly and the Family Stone, The Who, and an early performance by Queen in a small London club. Jamie describes how these shows influenced his approach to live performance. He recounts his time in the 1970s rock scene, playing with various bands before joining the New Steppenwolf in 1977. After leaving the New Steppenwolf, Jamie formed The Kingbees, an ‘80s rockabilly trio that gained a cult following.A favorable review in LA Weekly helped them gain popularity, attracting large crowds to their shows. He discusses their unique rockabilly-inspired style, which predated the Stray Cats and MTV, and his personal shift toward a Buddy Holly-influenced guitar approach. Jamie also shares anecdotes about the LA music scene, recalling interactions with The Blasters and Blackie Dammett, father of Anthony Kiedis, who became an informal emcee for The Kingbees. Additionally, he recounts signing with RSO Records in 1980, initially seeing little success until their song My Mistake gained radio traction in Detroit. This newfound exposure led to major performance opportunities, including a replacement slot at the Toledo Speedway Jam alongside ZZ Top, AC/DC, and Sammy Hagar; a wild gig that took an unexpected turn involving a whiskey bottle that injured an audience member.After the Kingbees disbanded in 1981, Jamie pursued a solo career, but his EP failed to resonate with him. A chance encounter with actor Harry Dean Stanton at a July 4th gathering led to a close friendship and musical collaboration that lasted for years. Jamie formed a band with Stanton, regularly performing at The Lighthouse and The Mint. Later, he connected with actor Dennis Quaid, leading to the formation of The Sharks, a band that endured for nearly 20 years.A severe health scare in 2020 prompted Jamie to recommit to songwriting, leading to the creation of new music during the Covid pandemic. Despite financial challenges, his bandmates were eventually drawn in by the strength of his songs, paving the way for his latest album, Ain't No Big Thing (https://oglio.com/).Jamie's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and an enduring love for making music. PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website for bonus materials including the show blog, resource links for concert buffs, photos, materials related to our episodes, and our Ticket Stub Museum.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

"Everybody's a dreamer and everybody's a starAnd everybody's in show biz, it doesn't matter who you areAnd those who are successful, be always on your guardSuccess walks hand in hand with failure along Hollywood Boulevard"Please join me and some of our Vinyl Heroes as we get ready for the Academy Awards and our "Celluloid Heroes" this evening with 2 hours of great tunes on this week's Super Sounds Of The 70's. Stopping by are Peter Green, America, Cream, Little Feat, Jackson Browne, Neil Young, Crabby Appleton, Detroit, Free,  Foghat, Tommy James & The Shondells, The Eagles, Supertramp, George Harrison, Pablo Cruise, Crosby Stills, Nash & Young, Grand Funk Railroad, Savoy Brown, The Hollies, Steve Stills, The J. Geils Band, Jimi Hendrix Experience and The Kinks...

After an intensive holiday season, we're taking a week off, so from the TCBCast Patreon archives we bring an episode from December 2023 when Bec and Justin convened to explore the Top 20 hits during the week in early 1969 that "If I Can Dream" peaked at #12, the highest it would reach on the Hot 100. What kept Elvis out of the Top 10? Turns out a lot of really iconic music! Unlike our usual Billboard charts episodes, the duo decide to go for broke and cover all of the Top 20, not just to include Elvis, but numerous other iconic songs of 1969 from acts as far reaching as Dusty Springfield, Jay and the Americans, The Turtles, Marvin Gaye, Sly & the Family Stone, BJ Thomas, Tommy James & the Shondells and many more. Then, we jump in our time machine back to November 2021's bonus episode and hear Gurdip and Justin's "Songs of the Month," as Gurdip spotlights a very Elvis-and-Buddy-Holly-influenced rockabilly cut from Buddy Knox, "Party Doll," while Justin picks "Three Cigarettes in an Ashtray" a beautiful but an otherwise largely overlooked Patsy Cline tune occasionally encountered in a famous video game, and which manages to have a TON of Elvis connections.  If you enjoy this kind of discussion and what we do on TCBCast, please consider supporting us with a donation at Patreon.com/TCBCast. Your support allows us to continue to provide thoughtful, provocative, challenging and well-researched perspectives on Elvis's career, his peers and influences, and his cultural impact and legacy. This month, patrons are getting an album review of Chuck Berry's "Berry Is On Top" and a discussion on the 3rd episode of the CMT TV Series "Sun Records." We'll be back next week!

Two American bands managed to have success during The British Invasion led by The Beatles. Tommy James & The Shondells and The Lovin' Spoonful had several Top 10 hits in America, while transforming te idea of pop radio. These are select tracks by both bands.Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please consider making a donation to The Red Cross to find shelter, clean drinking water and other necessities that are desperately needed. got to http://www.redcross.org to make a donation.Donate Now - Online Donations | American Red CrossMake an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org)Also:Kathy Bushnell Website for Emily Muff bandHome | Kathy Bushnell | Em & MooListen to previous shows at the main webpage at:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1329053Pamela Des Barres Home page for books, autographs, clothing and online writing classes.Pamela Des Barres | The Official Website of the Legendary Groupie and Author (pameladesbarresofficial.com)Listen to more music by Laurie Larson at:Home | Shashké Music and Art (laurielarson.net)View the most amazing paintings by Marijke Koger-Dunham (Formally of the 1960's artists collective, "The Fool").Psychedelic, Visionary and Fantasy Art by Marijke Koger (marijkekogerart.com)For unique Candles have a look at Stardust Lady's Etsy shopWhere art and armor become one where gods are by TwistedByStardust (etsy.com)For your astrological chart reading, contact Astrologer Tisch Aitken at:https://www.facebook.com/AstrologerTisch/Tarot card readings by Kalinda available atThe Mythical Muse | FacebookFor booking Children's parties and character parties in the Los Angeles area contact Kalinda Gray at:https://www.facebook.com/wishingwellparties/I'm listed in Feedspot's "Top 10 Psychedelic Podcasts You Must Follow". https://blog.feedspot.com/psychedelic_podcasts/Please feel free to donate or Tip Jar the show at my Venmo account@jessie-DelgadoII

WELCOME TO ‘60s JAMBOREE II - featuring the following stars:TOMMY JAMES - of Tommy James and the Shondells. Their string of hits included “Hanky Panky”, “Crimson And Clover” and “I Think We're Alone Now”.GARY PUCKETT - of Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Their hits included “Woman Woman” and “Young Girl”. RICHIE FURAY - an original member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco and the Souther Hillman Furay Band. His hits included “Kind Woman” and “Pickin' Up The Pieces”.JEREMY CLYDE - of the iconic duo Chad & Jeremy. Their hits included “A Summer Song” and “Yesterday's Gone”.NOEL PAUL STOOKEY - who was Paul of Peter Paul and Mary, the extraordinary trio whose hits included “Blowin' In The Wind” and “Puff The Magic Dragon”. These five superstars engage in a fun, rollicking, sentimental journey as they discuss their hits, their careers, the Ed Sullivan Show, their record labels, their current activities, and much more!---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S SINGLES:“SOSTICE” is Robert's newest single, with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's sublime, atmospheric Jazz Fusion tune. Featuring guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

John Williams, London Symphony Orchstra [00:23] "The Desert and The Robot Auction" Star Wars 20th Century Records 2T-541 1977 Pretty much every aspect of this soundtrack is seared into my Gen X nerd mind. Silver Jews [03:15] "Advice to the Graduate" Starlite Walker Drag City DC55 1994 The debut outing from David Berman and friends, here including partners in crime Steve Malkmus, Bob Nastanovich, and even Steve West. There is also a lovely cover of this song by The Pastels (https://youtu.be/tQ1vuKAGmUo?si=y7G-DZUy094zyJUf) (recorded for a Peel session). Lena Lovich [06:30] "I Think We're Alone Now" Stateless Stiff Records SEEZ 7 1978 (1979 reissue) From the original UK Stiff Records release of Stateless, a very first-wave New Wave version of "I Think We're Alone Now", originally recorded by Tommy James and the Shondells. Also available in Japanese! (https://youtu.be/URPtOAs_eMc?si=zX0h-wST3jcLzadK) Lena Lovich [09:18] "Lucky Number" Stateless Stiff-Epic JE 36102 1979 The US version changes up the track order, and has a number of songs remixed by Roger Bichirian. David Bowie [13:47] "Golden Years" Station to Station RCA Victor AQL1-1327 1976 (1986 reissue) Carlos Alomar and Earl Slick laying down the funky guitars. The cover features a photograph of Bowie by Steve Shapiro from Nicholas Roeg's The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) (https://youtu.be/KarWCgIw3Wk?si=52k2oqnxkEJ2HNah). Sinéad O'Connor [17:46] "Some Day My Prince Will Come" Stay Awake (Various Interpretations of Music from Vintage Disney Films) A&M Records B0029005-01 1988 (2018 reissue) The late great Sinéad O'Connor interpreting Snow White's ballad accompanied by the late great Andy Rourke from the late great Hal Willner. Willner was one of the most imaginative music producers, responsible for so many excellent tribute albums, and one of the most innovative music shows on network television: Night Music (https://youtu.be/ChPPW6NbsFk?si=AusrNnmpxTl4mWUI). Graham Parker and the Shot [18:55] "Wake Up (Next to You)" Steady Nerves Elektra 9 60388-1 1985 Graham gets all romantic in a Motown sorta way. This single made it as high as 39 on the Hot 100. Graham Parker and the Rumour [24:00] "I'm Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down" Stick to Me Mercury SRM-1-3706 1977 Graham and company do a fine rendition of this song that was initally a hit for Ann Peebles (https://youtu.be/cyMsvE8UcbI?si=VqkTZdDF9ubuspVT). The Rolling Stones [29:35] "Dead Flowers" Sticky Fingers Rolling Stones Records COC 59100 1972 The first album the Stones recorded after being freed from their Decca Records obligation. This copy has one of the actual working zippers, as designed by Andy Warhol. Many listeners will also be familiar with Townes van Zandt's acoustic version that appears on his live album Roadsongs, and was subsequently used in The Big Lebowski (Coen, 1998). The Aquadolls [33:40] "Tweaker Kidz" Stoked on You Burger Records BRGR390 2014 Fun track from the debut Aquadolls album. Talking Heads [36:06] "Once in a Lifetime" Stop Making Sense Sire 1-25186 1984 There was a very cute promo (https://youtu.be/R2gVgpHIDz0?si=UfreL9mJCNr_K3iC) for the A24 re-release of the film recently. Nadja [42:03] "The Stone" The Stone Is Not Hit by the Sun, Nor Carved with a Knife Gizeh Records GZH70 2016 As usual, more heavy dreamy goodness from one of my favorite duos. Music behind the DJ: "Gomez" by Vic Mizzy

Today's program features tunes from Jean Luc Ponty, Jeff Beck, The Wallflowers, Van Morrison, Eagles, Graham Parker, Counting Crows, America, Doobie Brothers, Batdorf & Rodney, Chicago Transit Authority, John McLaughlin, Bob Dylan, The Doors, Outsiders, Tommy James & The Shondells, Steppenwolf, Ten Years After, Spirit, The Troggs, Shadows Of Knight, Electric Flag and Savoy Brown.

Regresamos a las compilaciones “Born bad”, recos piratas de bandas y artistas de los años 50 y 60 com singles de sonido o actitud macarra, lasciva, viciosa. Canciones que no eran bien vistas por la sociedad más puritana y que años después se convirtieron en el alimento de bandas como los Cramps.(Foto del podcast; The Standells)Playlist;(sintonía) THE RUMBLERS “Boss”JIM LOWE “Green door”THE GROUPIES “Primitive”THE SPARKLES “No friend of mine”THE STANDELLS “Barracuda”KASENETZ KATZ SUPER CIRCUS “Quick Joey Small (Run, Joey, Run)”THE SONICS “He’s waitin’”THE WAILERS “Dirty robber”THE THIRD BARDO “I’m five years ahead of my time”PAUL REVERE and THE RAIDERS “Hungry”THE NOVAS “The Crusher”TOMMY JAMES and THE SHONDELLS “Hanky Panky”THE BOSTWEEDS “Faster Pussycat kill”R LEWIS BAND “Get off the road”THE RIVINGTONS “The bird is the word”THE RIVINGTONS “Papa-oom-mow-mow”THE TRASHMEN “Surfin’ bird”THE FLOWER CHILDREN “Mini skirt blues”RED KRAYOLA “Hurricane fighter blues”Escuchar audio

I'm working on a follow up song to this called "California Moon." This joke will make sense in a week, I swear. Covers by: The Rivieras, Tommy James & The Shondells, Ramones, Eddie Meduza, Los Straitjackets and Dave Alvin, King Usniewicz and His Usniewicztones, Mike Love, Smitty and the JumpStarters Tidal playlist here

BILLBOARD, Platinum Selling Artist, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Want to know what '60s megastar Tommy James is doing today? Can you name Tommy James and the Shondells biggest hit? Would you like to know Tommy's life story? Tune in here because few stars had a better run on the pop charts in the '60s than Tommy James. As the leader of his group the Shondells, Tommy had a way with upbeat pop tunes that packied a solid rock & roll punch. The creator of songs like "Hanky Panky," "I Think We're Alone Now," "It's Only Love," and "Mony Mony" - the soundtrack to a generation. As the decade changed so did Tommy writing and recording hits like "Crimson and Clover" and "Crystal Blue Persuasion." As a solo artist in the early '70s, Tommy adopted a more mature and soulful (but still radio-friendly) style with "Draggin' the Line" and "I'm Comin' Home." and he's still doing it today - embracing contemporary pop styles, with electronic instruments and elements of dance-pop and hip-hop. Tommy's journey began in Niles, Michigan, where he formed his first band, The Echoes, at the age of 12. His early passion for music set the stage for his future success. The Shondells, initially formed as The Tornadoes, evolved with his vision, and their innovative fusion of rock, pop, and psychedelia set them apart. Following the success of "Hanky Panky," Tommy James and the Shondells produced a series of chart-toppers. Then, as a solo artist he did it again. Tommy's autobiography, "Me, the Mob, and the Music," revealed his tumultuous relationship with Morris Levy of Roulette Records, adding depth to his legacy and offering a glimpse into the darker side of the music industry. Tommy James was a pioneer in studio experimentation, using cutting-edge effects to create unique sounds that influenced future generations of musicians. His music captured the spirit of the '60s. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, Tommy James' enduring legacy is a testament to his impact on rock and pop music history. His ongoing contributions to music and his influence on artists like Billy Idol, who famously covered "Mony Mony," underscore his lasting impact. From his early days in Michigan to his rise as a music icon, Tommy James' story is one of resilience, creativity, and enduring appeal. I know you're going to love hearing Tommy tell his story. To learn more about him head for his website https://www.tommyjames.com/

"Did you hear the cops finally busted Madame MarieFor tellin' fortunes better than they doFor me this boardwalk life's through, babeYou ought to quit this scene, tooSandy, the aurora is rising behind usThis pier lights our carnival life foreverOh, love me tonight and I promise I'll love you foreverOh, I mean it, Sandy, girl"With Summer now in full swing, please join me and Sandy live from Laguna Beach on the Saturday Edition of Whole 'Nuther Thing. Joining us are Al Stewart, Pat Metheny, Robert Plant, Roxy Music, The Beatles, Doobie Brothers, Yes, Rod Stewart, Gerry Rafferty, Marc Cohn, Phil Collins, Lonnie Mack, Genesis, Meat Loaf, Mott The Hoople, Dire Straits, Tommy James & The Shondells, Elvis Presley and Bruce Springsteen. And don't forget your Sunscreen.

Send us a Text Message.#tommyjames #60smusic #mobsters Legendary Tommy James Talks ‘Me, the Mob, and the Music' | ARTISTS ON RECORD Podcast** Today, we're thrilled to host the legendary musician Tommy James. Join us as we delve into his fascinating book, **'Me, the Mob, and the Music'** — a true rock ‘n' roll story that meets the world of The Sopranos. Get ready for some incredible stories from a career unlike any other. Don't miss this exclusive episode!Make sure to leave your comments below — we love hearing from you.****************************************************"Support your favorite show and channel! Click the link below to donate. Don't forget to include your name for a special shoutout. Thank you!"*MEMBERS ONLY➜https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpDurwXKpDiXuGBdsklxigg/join*MERCH STORE➜https://adika-live.creator-spring.comSupport the Show.

Singles Going Around- Humidity BoogieCount Five- "Psychotic Reaction"Ronnie Hawkins- "Forty Days"The Mustangs- "Shot In The Dark"Joe Louis Hill- "We All Gotta Go Sometime"Link Wray- "Fatback"Little Richard- "The Girl Can't Help It"Johnny Otis & Johnny "Guitar" Watson- "Let's Rock"The Vettes- "Devil Driver's Theme"Tommy James & The Shondells- "Hanky Panky"Howlin Wolf- "Mr Highway Man"The Kasenetz-Katz Super Circus- "Quick Joey Small"The Trashmen- "Bird Gasp '65"Freddy King- "Hideaway"Dick Dale- "Jessie Pearl"Little Junior's Blue Flames-"Feelin' Good"The Blonde Bomber- "Strollie Bun"Roy Orbison- "Domino"James Burton- "Polk Salad Annie"

Welcome to a SPECIAL EPISODE - ‘60s JAMBOREE II - featuring the following 60s Superstars:TOMMY JAMES - of Tommy James and the Shondells. Their string of hits included “Hanky Panky”, “Crimson And Clover” and “I Think We're Alone Now”.GARY PUCKETT - of Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Their hits included “Woman Woman” and “Young Girl”. RICHIE FURAY - an original member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco and the Souther Hillman Furay Band. His hits included “Kind Woman” and “Pickin' Up The Pieces”.JEREMY CLYDE - of the iconic duo Chad & Jeremy. Their hits included “A Summer Song” and “Yesterday's Gone”.NOEL PAUL STOOKEY - who was Paul of Peter Paul and Mary, the extraordinary trio whose hits included “Puff The Magic Dragon” and “Leaving On A Jet Plane”. These five superstars engage in a fun, rollicking, sentimental journey as they discuss their hits, their careers, the Ed Sullivan Show, their record labels, their current activities, and much more!---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES” is Robert's new single. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's recent single. With guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Crossover instrumental.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------“MILES BEHIND”, Robert's first album, was recorded in 1994 but was “lost” for the last 30 years. It's now been released for streaming. Featuring Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears), Anton Fig (The David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (The Rolling Stones), Jon Lucien and many more. Called “Hip, Tight and Edgy!” Click here for all links.—--------------------------------------“IT'S ALIVE!” is Robert's latest Project Grand Slam album. Featuring 13 of the band's Greatest Hits performed “live” at festivals in Pennsylvania and Serbia.Reviews:"An instant classic!" (Melody Maker)"Amazing record...Another win for the one and only Robert Miller!" (Hollywood Digest)"Close to perfect!" (Pop Icon)"A Masterpiece!" (Big Celebrity Buzz)"Sterling effort!" (Indie Pulse)"Another fusion wonder for Project Grand Slam!" (MobYorkCity)Click here for all links.Click here for song videos—-----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

Bruce Sudano had co-written the Tommy James & the Shondells 1969 hit “Ball of Fire” and played keyboards in the bands Alive ‘N Kickin' and Brooklyn Dreams by the time he met Donna Summer. The two of them clicked professionally and personally and soon were co-writing the smash title track and other songs for Summer's blockbuster 1979 album, Bad Girls. They also co-wrote Dolly Parton's #1 country hit “Starting Over Again,” based on his parents, and continued collaborating throughout a marriage that lasted until her 2012 death from lung cancer. Since then, he has rebooted his own career, recording several albums, including the new Talkin' Ugly Truth, Tellin' Pretty Lies. Sudano takes us from his mentorship with Tommy James through his life with arguably the disco era's greatest artist, for whom he and his daughters recently accepted a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award. Toot-toot! Beep-beep! (Photo by Amy Waters)

"Are you going to Scarborough Fair:Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme.Remember me to one who lives there.She once was a true love of mine."Spring always reminds of the beauty of this song, please join me on our 1st Spring show of 2024 at Midnight on the Red Eye Edition of Whole 'Nuther Thing. Joining us this Morning are Bruce Cockburn,  XTC, Dire Straits, Spirit, The Grass Roots, Yes, Tears For Fears, Beatles, Al Kooper w Michael Bloomfield, The Association, Van Morrison, William Ackerman, ELO, Steve Miller Band, Bee Gees, Tommy James & The Shondells, Love, Rolling Stones, The Guess Who, Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Ben Sidran, Colwell Winfield Blues Band, Steely Dan and Simon & Garfunkel.

The unique legacy of Tommy James and the Shondells adds another chapter today, as Weird Al contends with Tiffany's smash cover of "I Think We're Alone Now." We're discussing Jersey-girl aspirational fashion, budge sound that's a feature and not a bug, and that person you could know becoming that person everyone does know. Take a break from sewing patches on your jean jacket and have a listen! Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Ramones. For more information/to become a patron of the show and hear all episodes of this season, visit patreon.com/mastas. SHOW NOTES "What...is this thing?" Start at the beginning! The "I Think We're Alone Now" video "I Think I'm A Clone Now" fan vid with lyrics Episode 100: Surprise Party March MASTAS's Teen Idol Bracket "'A very sinister and dark story': How the mob helped Tommy James become a hit machine"

"One is the loneliest number that you'll ever doTwo can be as bad as oneIt's the loneliest number since the number oneNo is the saddest experience you'll ever knowYes, it's the saddest experience you'll ever know'Cause one is the loneliest number that you'll ever doOne is the loneliest number, whoa-oh, worse than two"Don't be alone this afternoon,, join us on the Saturday Edition of Whole 'Nuther Thing. Coming along are Lee Michaels, Spirit, The Byrds, Turtles, Wilson Pickett, Eric Burdon & The Animals, The Electric Flag, Rhinoceros, The Chambers Brothers, Miles Davis, The Buckinghams, Paul Revere & The Raiders, Blood Sweat & Tears, The Doors, Arthur Lee & Love, Quincy Jones, Tommy James & The Shondells, Sugarloaf, The Illusion, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Three Dog Night.

Episode 009: Flip the Script: It's Backwards Day! Join Geoff, Russ, and Dave as they flip the calendar and spin tracks from two iconic, mirrored years: 1969 and 1996. Groove with the timeless tunes of Neil Young, The Who, and Tommy James and the Shondells. Feel the nostalgia wash over you as these musical legends take you back to a time of peace signs, bell-bottoms, and rock 'n' roll revolutions. Buckle up for a genre-bending jump to 1996! Neil Young resurfaces alongside the soulful vibes of Sublime, and the quirky beats of Cake. Prepare for a shift as we explore the alternative landscape of the decade that brought us flannel shirts, dial-up internet, and Tamagotchis. We'll also take a hilarious detour to the law enforcement equivalent of Claire's retail store and learn a little about the troubles facing Canadians. Watch the full animated episode! Spotify Playlist *Neil Young Songs are not available on Spotify, please see YouTube Playlist for his music  YouTube Playlist FAH Queue (Spotify) FAH Queue (YouTube) Official Site

Crimson & Clover, Crystal Blue Persuasion, Mony Mony, I Think We're Alone Now, Hanky Panky & Sweet Cherry Wine - these are just a few of the hits written by legendary artist Tommy James, who is this week's guest on the podcast!! Tommy is a renowned musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, widely known as frontman of the 1960s rock band Tommy James and the Shondells - who is now entering his 51st year in the music industry, actively touring, hosting his radio program GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES, & licensing his music which is featured in over 65 films, 53 tv shows and numerous commercials. Jay Jay gets into why he loves Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography 'ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC,' which is listed on Rolling Stone's Top 25 Memoirs, and is now in pre-production to be turned into a film. Tommy shares some amazing stories of his relationship with Roulette Records & Morris Levy (who he found to be the most interesting person he's ever met), & how he learned the business of radio and music in New York during the 60's. "It's a small world, so treat people well because you meet the same people on the way up as you will on the way down." This is the advice that Jay Jay will never forget Tommy giving him, as they were sharing a bill at a club in Baldwin, Long Island back in the 80s - tune in to hear the full story, and don't miss their conversation, only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music! Edited & Produced by Matthew Mallinger

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

"When I come home feeling tired and beatI go up where the air is fresh and sweet (Up on the roof)I get away from the hustling crowdsAnd all that rat race noise down in the street (Up on the roof)On the roof's the only place I knowWhere you just have to wish to make it soLet's go up on the roof (Up on the roof)"Please join me on this first morning of Winter to escape all the noise on the Red Eye Edition of Whole 'Nuther Thing.Joining us are Gary Calamar, The BoDeans, Leonard Cohen, Bob James, The Rolling Stones, Hollies, Kinks, Doors, Beatles, Johnny Rivers, Mamas & Papas, George Winston, Frank Sinatra, Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66, The Who, Dave Clark Five, Nat King Cole, Simon & Garfunkel, Don McLean, Led Zeppelin, Nilsson, Joni Mitchell, John Klemmer, John Prine, Glen Campbell, Bill Pursell, Tommy James & The Shondells, Barbara Higbie, Randy Newman and Carole King...

Today we interview Fabulous Gabriel who has recently dropped a festive Songcard called ‘The Christmas Card'.About the artistFabulous Gabriel was born in 1948, he is a graduate with a masters degree in music and history from Rhode Island College.He has many music credits among his years of song writing and entertainment career, he has written songs for the world famous FOUR TOPS, Gloria Gaynor, The Bud girls band for Budweiser and many more.Gabriel's main instrument is the saxophone, in his earlier years he played the Sax with such famous groups as Tommy James and the Shondells, Wilson Pickett, Gary US Bonds, Bobby Comstock and the Counts, Joey Welz of Bill Haley's Comets, Dick Clark's Caravan of Stars Tour.He then went on to become an accomplished piano player and songwriter in 1990 he received a gold and platinum album, along with having honors in Cashbox magazine as having the single of the week and one of the most entertaining albums of the year with his controversial Elvis album, "Somewhere Elvis is smiling".Throughout the years Fabulous Gabriel has written and recorded many original songs which are sold worldwide !Today Fabulous Gabriel is still writing and performing his mega hit songs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unlockyoursound.substack.com

EPIZEUXUS!Want to join the amazing Axe on the show? have a playlist/topic/band in mind? Let us know! Reach out via @AXEPLAYLIST or @SJPWORLDMEDIA now!"Rebel Rebel," - David Bowie"Mony Mony," - Tommy James and The Shondells"C'mon C'mon," - The Von Bondies"Kiss, Kiss," - Yeah Yeah Yeahs"My My," - Seven Mary Three"Boom Boom," - The Animals"Iko Iko," - The Dixie Cups"Shimmy Shimmy, Ko-Ko-Bop," - Little Anthony & The Imperials"Louie Louie," - Otis Redding"Honey, Honey," - Ben Harper"Wah-Wah," - George Harrison"Radio, Radio," - Elvis Costello & The Attractions"Money Money," - Grateful Dead"Chewy Chewy," - Ohio Express"Sugar, Sugar," - The Archies*Disclaimer*Despite Chuck Winchester's total confidence, David Bowie is Jareth, the Goblin King, not the Baby King. He only steals that baby because Sarah wishes him to, so he's not really the bad guy, right?

On this episode Tom and Bert discuss and opine on  the "Greatest Opening Lines to Songs" Part 1.The boys try to sing some of the lyrics and you can judge how well that turned out. Musical Artists' Songs from Elvis, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, The Eagles, Bee Gees, AC/DC, Journey, Guns n Roses, LL Cool J and Adele and may others are represented.To close the podcast Bert reads off his 20 favorite opening lines while Tom tries to guess them! This is pure gold and the guys had a lot of laughs as they go through those classics. From the Temptations to Joe Cocker from Rod Stewart to The Beach Boys and from Bob Seger to Tommy James and the Shondells and many more the boys had a blast. Enjoy the show and Thanks for listening.You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

GGACP continues its salute to November's American Music Month by revisiting producer/engineer's John Murray's compilation of the podcast's best musical moments from 2014-2020. In this episode: live performances by Neil Sedaka, Dennis DeYoung, Kenny Loggins, Tommy James, Mark Hudson and Tony Orlando (among others). Also: Anne Murray covers “Danny's Song,” Uncle Junior interprets Yip Harburg, Rupert Holmes (almost) pays tribute to Humphrey Bogart, and Charles Fox composes the soundtrack of 1970s television. PLUS: John Davidson looks ahead! The Shondells go psychedelic! The legend of Morris Levy! Goldie Hawn falls for a Hudson Brother! And the Brill Building sound inspires the British Invasion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Metal Hammer of Doom featuring Mark Radulich and Robert Cooper is back to review the latest from Finnland's finest folk metal, Korpiklaani - Noita!Noita is the ninth studio album by Finnish folk metal band Korpiklaani. The title is the Finnish word for "witch", but is closer in meaning to "shaman," "witch-doctor," or "medicine man."The track "Jouni Jouni" is a cover version of the song "Mony Mony" by Tommy James and the Shondells.Original Airdate 5/14/2015Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsoFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulich

Following the tragic passing of actor Mark Margolis (Tio Salamanca), Vic & Manny discuss the 2 shows that might be most instrumental to the creation of Vibe Talkin: Better Call Saul & Breaking Bad. Will they share any secrets left previously unheard? You'll have to listen to this mini episode to find out!Follow Vibe TalkinIG: instagram.com/vibetalkinThreads: https://www.threads.net/@vibetalkinTwitter: twitter.com/vibetalkinTikTok: @goodvibecinemaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJIrLJPap8jyywZShlvGa5AHosts: Vic Terry, Manny Velazquezcontact: vibetalkin@gmail.comMusic: "Better Call Saul Theme" by Little Barrie; "Smoking Jesse's Pot" by Dave Porter; "The Peanut Vendor" by Alvin 'Red' Tyler; "Mango Walk" by The In Crowd; "Zungguzungguzungguzeng (Instrumental)" by Yellowman; "Crystal Blue Persuasion" by Tommy James & The Shondells; "Breaking Bad - Main Credits Theme (Extended)" by Dave PorterPhotos: Michael D. Simpson2023 A Good Vibe Cinema Production

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2023 Building Abundant Success!!2023 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Damos acceso a nuestra playa secreta y cavamos hondo en los años dorados del surf instrumental. Rescatamos delicatessens que en su momento pasaron desapercibidas para años después convertirse en el mejor retrato de una de las primeras escenas juveniles y amateurs que dio el rocknroll, la antesala en la que se curtieron muchos grupos del garaje. Playlist; (sintonía) THE CHEVELLS “Let there be surf” THE PHANTOMS “XL 3” THE VISTAS “Moon relay” THE HUSTLERS “Inertia” JIM MESSINA and HIS JESTERS “Strange man” THE BEL-AIRS “Baggies” NATION ROCKIN SHADOWS “Anesthesia” NEWPORT NOMADS “Blue mallard” THE WOODCHUCKS “Bangkok cock fight” ROEMANS “Misirlou” GESTICS “Rockin’ fury” THE RUNABOUTS “Surfer’s fright” TOADS “Morpheous” THE SHONDELLS “Thunderbolt” THE KAN DELLS “Cloudburst THE DECADES “Strange worlds” THE MOTIVATIONS “The birds” DAVIEL ALLAN and THE ARROWS “The unknown rider” THE FUGITIVES “A fugitive” THE VELVETONES “Mister X” THE AVENGERS VI “Time bomb” THE TORQUETTS “Side-swiped”          Escuchar audio

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. After 10 years a new album was released entitled ALIVE with two tracks hitting the BILLBOARD AC CHART - and now, a new compilation album ROCK PARTY recently released. Now entering his 51st year in the music business, Tommy continues to tour the USA . Follow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2023 Building Abundant Success!!2023 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud  

A brilliant classic of rock and R&B, which flirted with bubblegum, and a cover that goes full-Wonka. I Think We're Alone Now, originally by Tommy James and the Shondells, covered by Tiffany.  Outro music is Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows, by Leslie Gore.

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Tommy James, Legendary Rock and Roll Musician About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Tommy James, a legendary musician, singer-songwriter and producer who's brought us one of the longest string of non-stop hits in the history of pop and rock music, first as the lead singer and guitarist in the superstar group, Tommy James and the Shondells – and then, as a highly successful solo artist.   He's had 9 platinum albums, 32 Billboard Hot 100 Hits and 23 gold singles, including “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Crimson & Clover”, “Mony Mony”, “I Think We're Alone Now”, “Sweet Cherry Wine”, “Hanky Panky”, “Mirage”, “Three Times in Love” and “Draggin' the Line”.  His songs have been covered by everyone from Billy Idol, Tom Jones, Prince, and Bruce Springsteen to Dolly Parton, Kelly Clarkson and Cher.   His music has been featured in 65 feature films including “Moneyball”, “Austin Powers” and “Forest Gump”, as well as 53 television shows including “Boston Legal”, “Criminal Minds” – and who can ever forget the haunting sound of “Crystal Blue Persuasion” in the season 5 finale of “Breaking Bad”.    In 2010 he published his turbulent and eye-opening memoir entitled, “Me, The Mob and the Music: One Hell of a Ride with Tommy James and the Shondells”, which is listed as #12 in Rolling Stone Magazine's 25 greatest rock ‘n' roll memoirs of all time.   In 2019, he celebrated his 50th year in the music business by releasing his highly anticipated album entitled, “Alive”, with 2 tracks hitting the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.  And last year, he released a new compilation album entitled, “Rock Party”.  He's sold well over 100 million records worldwide, and he's received 5 BMI “Million-Air” awards, in recognition of his songs being played more than 22 million times on the air.  He's received the Pittsburgh Legend Award and The Jukebox Artist of the Year Award, and he's been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame AND the Las Vegas Entertainers Hall of Fame.   And he's attracted a whole new generation of music lovers with his own show every Sunday night on the Sirius XM Radio 60s Gold channel. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ https://www.tommyjames.com/https://www.facebook.com/TJandtheShondellshttps://www.instagram.com/tommyjamesandtheshondells/https://www.twitter.com/TJSHONDELLShttps://www.youtube.com/user/TJShondellshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/01hRNr3yF5bYnPq4wZ88iI #tommyjames   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Tommy James came up during a time when the music industry was in part controlled by New York's Italian mafia. And for a period in the 1960s, that power was centralized at Roulette Records. The record label was run by convicted extortionist Morris Levy and operated in partnership with the Genovese crime family. Tommy James' hits were sanctioned by the mob, the same mob that would threaten not only his career, but his life. To see the full list of contributors, see the show notes at www.disgracelandpod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron looks at a Massachusetts-born singer who immersed himself in blues-inspired soul while living in both Clarksdale, MS & Chicago and Brent spotlights a band from Niles, Michigan that rose to fame after a Pittsburg DJ played one of their songs he found in a used record shop.Getting his nickname by donning a newsboy hat that once belonged to his grandfather, Aaron featurings three tracks from Eli "Paperboy" Reed.With a catalogue of songs that have been covered by everyone from Joan Jett & Billy Idol to Tiffany & Prince, Brent picks out three songs from Tommy James & the Shondells.

On this episode of The It's Only Rock And Roll Podcast, we feature 1960's hit-maker TOMMY JAMES, who along with his band The Shondells, released a string of classics including “Crimson and Clover”, “Mony Mony”, “Hanky Panky”, “I Think We're Alone Now”, and others. Tommy discusses how he went from a middle-America upbringing, to working and recording for Roulette Records, which in reality was a front for the Genovese crime family. Topics also include which of his biggest hits initially featured heavy breathing (inevitably deemed too risqué for radio); why one of his most famous singles is actually the rough mix; his worst live on-stage experience; his "introduction" to The Beatles; and many captivating anecdotes from his bestselling autobiography “Me, The Mob, and The Music”. ------------------------------------------------ ֎ To order: “Me, The Mob, and The Music” via Amazon - https://a.co/d/eJd9ez7 ֎ To order: “40 Years: The Complete Singles Collection 1966-2006” via Amazon - https://amzn.to/3Fb0k8X Visit the 'It's Only Rock And Roll PODCAST' online at: ● Homepage – www.ItsOnlyRockAndRollPodcast.com ● Facebook – facebook.com/ItsOnlyRockAndRollPodcast/ ● YouTube - https://youtu.be/imhlAeM3jrY ● Audea.io - https://audea.io/ ● Instagram - @itsonlyrockandrollpodcast Be sure to check out our all-new OFFICIAL IORR PODCAST STORE! https://www.cafepress.com/iorrpodcast © 2022 Howlaround Productions. All rights reserved.

I Love Rock 'n Roll is the first album by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and the second solo album by Joan Jett.  Born as Joan Marie Larkin, Joan Jett got her start in the music industry as a teenager when her family moved to the Los Angeles area and divorced shortly thereafter.  She was a founding member of the all-girl band The Runaways at the age of 16.Jett began her solo career in England in 1979, where she recorded songs with some of the members of the Sex Pistols.  Later that year she returned to Los Angeles where she connected with a songwriter and producer named Kenny Laguna.  Laguna would relocate Jett to Long Beach, New York, and assist her with both her first solo album and the formation of the Blackhearts.The group spent a year touring and building up a following in the New York Area before releasing I Love Rock 'n Roll.  This album would be a mixture of original songs and covers, and the title track would spend 7 weeks at the top of the U.S. charts.  The album was a commercial success, selling 10 million copies, and is Jett's most successful album to date. (I'm Gonna) Run AwayRob starts us off with the second track on the album, a deeper cut, and an original song written by Jett and Laguna.  It has a punk feel, as does much of the album, and the lyrics reflect a break-up.Crimson and CloverThis cover of a song originally performed by Tommy James and the Shondells alternates between a slow and fast tempo, but maintains a hard rock edge throughout, unlike the more psychedelic aspects of the original.  Jett was questioned about her choice not to change the pronouns in the lyrics from female to male, and she commented simply that the change in lyrics would make the song not rhyme.Summertime Blues Eddie Cochran co wrote and performed this song in 1958.  Joan Jett & the Blackhearts speed this one up and give it a punk edge.  It was not originally on the album, but appeared as the B-side to a single from Jett's prior solo album “Do You Wanna Touch Me  (Oh Yeah).”  It would appear on the album as a bonus track when released on CD.  I Love Rock 'n RollThis title track is the big hit, and is also a cover originally performed by The Arrows in 1975.  Jett first heard the song while touring with The Runaways, and she recorded an early version of the song with members of the Sex Pistols in 1979.  It was the number 3 song on the U.S. charts for the year of 1982. ENTERTAINMENT TRACK:Street Life by Randy Crawford (from the motion picture “Sharkey's Machine”)This action film featured a stunt involving a plunge out of the Peachtree Plaza hotel, the tallest building in Atlanta at the time. STAFF PICKS:Jealous Lover by Rainbow Bruce starts off the staff picks with the lead-off track from a 4-song EP of the same name.  Frontman Joe Lynn Turner and guitarist Ritchie Blackmore wrote this song.  Turner wrote the lyrics in about 5 minutes, inspired by an argument he had with Blackmore, which made him think about a fight he'd recently had with his girlfriend.  “And it's hard to discover you're like any other jealous lover.”Young Turks by Rod Stewart  Brian features the first US single from Stewart's eleventh album, Tonight I'm Yours. The song tells the story of two young lovers who run away from their parents to make their own way.  Interestingly the phrase “young turks” never appears in the lyrics.  The video included an early example of break dancing.Marie Marie  by The BlastersWayne brings us a rockabilly song, or as The Blasters would describe it, “R&B in cowboy boots.”  The song tells the story of a guy who is told to leave a family's daughter alone, and so he sings to her as he is leaving.  I Love You by Climax Blues BandRob's staff pick is a soft rock hit.  It tells the story of a guy who is rescued by the love of his wife.  It is the second biggest hit by the Climax Blues Band after  Couldn't Get It Right.  It hit number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. INSTRUMENTAL TRACK:September Fifteenth by Pat Metheny & Lyle MaysThis jazz instrumental was a feature of "Jazz Flavors" on radio station 94Q in Atlanta in December of 1981.

Join Disney's Ike Eisenmann, and author, Jonathan Rosen, as they chat with Rock Legend, Tommy James from Tommy James and the Shondells!Tommy discusses his hits such as Mony Mony,  and Crimson and Clover, having the mob meddle in his career, his show on Sirius/XM, & much more!

This episode is part of Pledge Week 2022. Every day this week, I'll be posting old Patreon bonus episodes of the podcast which will have this short intro. These are short, ten- to twenty-minute bonus podcasts which get posted to Patreon for my paying backers every time I post a new main episode -- there are well over a hundred of these in the archive now. If you like the sound of these episodes, then go to patreon.com/andrewhickey and subscribe for as little as a dollar a month or ten dollars a year to get access to all those bonus episodes, plus new ones as they appear. Click below for the transcript Transcript In today's main episode we look at the career of Bobby Fuller, who many have speculated died because of in some way upsetting the Mafia. So in this bonus episode we're going to look at someone who had a much longer, more successful, career, and did so because he managed *not* to upset the Mafia. We're going to look at the involvement of Morris Levy in the birth of bubblegum, and at "Hanky Panky" by Tommy James and the Shondells: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "Hanky Panky"] The original lineup of the Shondells started out when Tommy James was only twelve years old, and still going by his birth name Tommy Jackson. They performed for three years under various names before, in 1962, recording their first single, "Long Pony Tail", under the name Tom and the Tornadoes: [Excerpt: Tom and the Tornadoes, "Long Pony Tail"] That was actually a cover version of a song originally recorded by the Fireballs, a group that Norman Petty had produced a couple of minor hits for at that point, and who would go on to have a number one with "Sugar Shack", but who are now best known for being the group that Petty got to overdub new instrumental backing on Buddy Holly's acoustic demos so he could keep releasing posthumous hits. "Long Pony Tail" was not a hit, and soon the group had changed their name to the Shondells, inspired by the local one-hit wonder Troy Shondell, who had had a hit with "This Time": [Excerpt: Troy Shondell, "This Time"] The group continued making records on tiny labels with no promotional budget for several years, until they recorded a song called "Hanky Panky". That song had been written by Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich, and released as a B-side by Barry and Greenwich's studio group The Raindrops: [Excerpt: The Raindrops, "Hanky Panky"] That record had never been a hit, supposedly because the song to which it was a B-side, “That Boy John”, made people think of John F Kennedy, who was killed shortly after the record's release. But a copy had been picked up by a musician in Michigan, who had added the song to his group's live set, and it had become popular. Another local group, the Spinners -- not the vocal group from Detroit, or the British folk group, but another group of the same name -- saw the reaction that band had from the song, and added it to their own sets. They hadn't got a copy of the record themselves, so they didn't know all the words, so they just made new ones up, other than "My baby does the hanky-panky". When Tommy James saw the reaction the Spinners had, he felt he had to grasp an opportunity. Back in 1960, Joe Jones had recorded "California Sun", a song written by Henry Glover, on Roulette Records: [Excerpt: Joe Jones, "California Sun"] Another group on the same local scene as the Shondells, the Princeton Five, had been playing that song in their sets -- and then a third local group, the Playmates, renamed themselves the Rivieras, ripped off the Princeton Five's arrangement of the song before the Princeton Five could record it, and made the national top ten with it: [Excerpt: The Rivieras, "California Sun"] The lesson was clear -- if a local band starts doing well with a song, it's winner-takes-all and whoever gets into the studio first gets the hit. So the Shondells went into the studio and quickly cut their version, based on what they could remember of what the Spinners could remember of someone else's live versions of “Hanky Panky”, making up new words where they didn't know the real ones. It was released on a tiny local label called Snap: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "Hanky Panky"] The record was a very minor local hit, but didn't get any airplay in major markets, and the Shondells split up, and James joined a new group, the Koachmen. The Koachmen toured for a while, playing dead-end gigs and scraping a living for many months, with constant lineup changes, until eventually also calling it quits. It was then that James got the shocking news that "Hanky Panky" was now number one in Pittsburgh. Somehow a local dance promoter had found the record and started playing it at club nights. It had gone down shockingly well, so a Pittsburgh company just started pressing up more copies from the single, and it sold eighty thousand copies in ten days. The company pressing the record got in touch with the owner of Snap Records, who told Tommy that he needed to put together a new Shondells quickly. As it turned out, there was another band in the area who were called the Shandells (according to James' autobiography -- other sources say they were called the Raconteurs). James became their lead singer and changed the group's name to the Shondells, James went to New York to try to get the newly-successful record national distribution, and to get his new Shondells signed. There was the start of a bidding war, with Red Bird, Atlantic, RCA and others all interested... until Morris Levy of Roulette Records phoned the owners of all the other labels and told them "This is my record". James was quickly persuaded that it wasn't a good idea to refuse offers made by someone with Levy's mob connections, and Tommy James and the Shondells signed to Roulette Records. "Hanky Panky" was reissued and went to number one. The group had a series of hits from 1966 through 1967, including "I Think We're Alone Now", written for the group by their producer Ritchie Cordell: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "I Think We're Alone Now"] And "Mony Mony", a group effort written by several people including Cordell and James, inspired by a large flashing neon sign advertising Mutual of New York: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "Mony Mony"] These early hits helped define bubblegum music, and were massively successful. Levy took a fatherly interest in James, and while he refused ever to pay the royalty rates in James' contract -- James estimates he is owed thirty to forty million dollars in unpaid royalties -- he did make sure that James got what Levy thought was a fair amount, and the two had a good relationship, though James resented much of Levy's attitude towards his music, and had very real qualms about working for a mobster. James particularly disliked the pressure he was under to produce hit singles rather than grow as an artist. James was, though, allowed to change styles as the times changed, and moved into psychedelic rock, co-writing and recording the number one hit "Crimson and Clover" with the group's drummer: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "Crimson and Clover"] And "Crystal Blue Persuasion", inspired by the Book of Revelation, with two other band members, which went to number two: [Excerpt: Tommy James and the Shondells, "Crystal Blue Persuasion"] In 1970, James went solo, having another major hit with "Draggin' the Line": [Excerpt: Tommy James, "Draggin' the Line"] He also co-wrote and produced the big hit "Tighter Tighter" for Alive N Kickin': [Excerpt: Alive N Kickin', "Tighter Tighter"] But two changes in the early seventies saw James lose his commercial momentum. The first was that he started more explicitly writing about his Christian faith, including titling a solo album "Christian of the World". The other, more serious, problem was that a mob war started in New York, with one of the families opposed to Levy's targeting Levy's friends. Levy made James get out of New York and move to Nashville to keep safe, and James moved into country music while he was there, but was unsuccessful in his new genre. James eventually escaped from Levy, as Levy's control over his music industry holdings slipped with his loss of dominance in the mob, but James never returned to commercial success, though his old hits continued to have influence on the next generation of bubblegum pop -- in 1987, Tiffany's cover version of "I Think We're Alone Now" was knocked off number one by Billy Idol's version of "Mony Mony". He currently tours as a nostalgia act, and finally receives royalties from his hits. He's often somewhat dismissed as a minor act, but James, with and without the Shondells, had a hugely impressive run of hit singles, and his catalogue is probably due reevaluation.