Harvey Brownstone Interviews Tommy James, Legendary Rock and Roll Musician
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- Опубліковано 11 чер 2024
- 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.
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Love and prayers for Tommy, one of the best songwriters and record producers of our time.
You are so kind. Thanks for your support of our show
Tommy James is a true class act! He was/is a real pop icon! Seems like a cool guy, too!
It was a real pleasure interviewing him. He’s a wonderful human being.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Yes! Great job interviewing him, by the way! 👍
There’s a reason I’m known for interviewing legends - and Tommy James is one of them. He’s had an incredibly impressive string of #1 hits, and his mega-bestselling memoir is now the subject of a major motion picture currently in production. In this candid conversation he talks about his turbulent relationship with Morris Levy, the mobster who ran Roulette Records and cheated him out of millions. The tribute to his recently deceased wife is so poignant.
When is the movie coming out? This is a great interview. You ask excellent questions. And this comes from someone who has conducted thousands of clinical interviews over 30 years.
@jamesnadell1998 no word yet on the movie. Thank you SO MUCH for your very kind comment about my interviewing style. Your feedback means the world to me. I hope you will check out our other great interviews and consider subscribing to our UA-cam channel 🙏❤️
My goodness Harvey you hit this one out of the park! Tommy James is truly one of the best music artists to emerge in the 1960s. He deserves all the accolades you bestowed upon him and more. Many years ago I found a gold 45 record for "Hanky Panky. It's a nice artifact from the 1960s and a great piece of nostalgia. Thanks again for your diligence in getting the facts and conducting an interview that is meaningful and respectful.
WOW what lovely feedback!! Thank you so much!! I put my heart and soul into every interview, and feedback such as yours means the world to me. 🙏❤️
Tommy James might be the humblest dude in all of rock music’s history. A great talent who survived an industry that disposes its greatest artists without a second thought. Always great to see him still out there playing his music.
What did you think of the interview?
At his shows he always goes out into the audience- quite a "Fire in the Sky" Star...
Very humble indeed 🙏🏻
Second that.
A real down to earth guy, making a living the old hard way, can't imagine the music world without him? His music was the music of my lifetime in reality it still is, timeless and beautiful songs. The man is a legend, humble, and real. Don't ever change, keep it real and simple.
Thank you so much for watching!
Intriguing man
@gloriajoass4397 I wish you were referring to me but I know you’re referring to Tommy! And you are right. He’s intriguing!
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Wow…what an interview. What an amazing person. We have tickets for Tommy’s concert in KC tonight and I was worried I would be disappointed. After watching this… I can’t wait to see him and his band tonight. This is a person whose legacy is deserved….and you, Harvey are a great interviewer.
Thank you so much for watching our show and for taking the time to post your beautiful comment. I hope you’ll check out more of our great interviews, and that you’ll consider subscribing to our UA-cam channel. 🙏❤️
Tommy James is a true rock & roll legend.
It warms my heart that you said this. I was heavily criticized by some people for calling him a legend. But I agree with you. He IS a legend.
Holy moly!!!! What a legend!!!! More than the Beatles to me. Thank you!!!!! Lee.
I’m so happy you enjoyed this interview
Legend! You were part of my growing up and my love for music. Love ya and wish you all good things in life 💙
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Harvey, I have seen many an interview with Tommy James. Yours is by far the very best! I have been his fan since I was a young girl. I met him at a few meet and greets after his concerts at Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT. He took his time, didn't rush meeting me, and made eye contact. He made me feel like that little girl again. At one concert while he was walking through the audience, I realized he was shaking the persons hand directly behind me. I could hardly wait for my turn. He walked right by me, heading back towards the stage. I blurted out loud. "What about me?" I was mortified what I was thinking, actually was spoken out loud. Tommy turned around and walked back up the steps looked me right in the eye and gave me a hug! I wondered how he knew it was me. It is surprising to me when you meet your childhood idols, how your mind immediately goes back to how they made you feel when you were playing their 45's and singing right along with them.
Thank you, Harvey.
Thank you, Tommy, for being you!
Thank you so much for your very kind comments about my interview with the wonderful Tommy James. After we finished filming, he told me that I gave him the best interview of his life. That was immensely gratifying. I’m glad you agree.
The best interview with Tommy James I've seen. My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting Tommy James following a Shondells performance in Southern California a few years ago. He's a very warm and witty guy. He lives near where I grew up in New Jersey, so we had a lot to talk about. "Me, The Mob, and The Music" is a powerful read. I highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for that beautiful compliment. After we finished filming this interview, Tommy told me I gave him the best interview of his life. Although I hear that a lot, it never ceases to amaze, thrill and humble me. Thank you for taking the time to post your beautiful comment. Your support of our show is greatly appreciated. ❤️
In rock grew up on his incredible music magic hooks hits on n on n on
@MrRonnierockZ yes his music is classic and timeless.
"Me The Mob & The Music" is absolutely fantastic!
@scottburton9701 I agree. I loved that book and can’t wait for the movie!
What a sweet humble man Tommy James is. Nothing can top that experiece hearing Crimson and Clover for the 1st time. It is a song timeless and perfect.
I’m hoping this interview is timeless and perfect 😜
THANK YOU for this! I have followed Tommy since I was 8 with the Crimson and Clover album (with the blurb by Hubert Humphrey on the back). Draggin the line is one of my very favorite songs. I listen to his show on 60s Gold on Sirius XM every chance I get. And let me say, I could sit and listen to that guy talk all day long. Just an entertaining and articulate guy.
The interviewer wasn’t too bad either!!!! Just kidding. Thanks so much for watching.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Yes you did a great job with the interview for sure. No kidding.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!!❤️
Thank you Harvey. Tommy James and the Shondells was the first album I bought, with my allowance❤😊money.
Me too!
They were just amazing. Best of the best ❤.
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed this interview with a true rock legend!
Hi Harvey. Tommy James played at my parents wedding reception in 1964 in Pennsylvania. Dec 26 they'll be married for 59 years. Would like to thank him and maybe get to meet him if he comes to Pa. I even named my last son James. Lol
That’s such a nice story. Thanks for sharing! Your parents must have had a pretty swanky wedding!!
I love watching your interviews. I've said this before but you're a throwback to old Hollywood. You dress up for the interview, you give these classic performers their due, you don't insult them or make it about yourself, you're enthusiastic. You're all class. You can tell those who are being
interviewed love your
interaction with them.
Your show has the Hollywood Backstage TV show vibe of the 1960's.
Sir you just made my day!!! Thank you SO VERY MUCH!!! I put my heart and soul into every interview, and feedback like yours means the world to me. 🙏❤️
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 You're welcome! You're just a breath of fresh air! We appreciate the time and effort you put into these interviews!
Thank you very much. I am convinced that I have the kindest and most loyal audience of any internet show!
Amazing man!! You have to respect Tommy James!! He is a legend!
Melinda Lawley
Of course I respect him. That’s why I had him on our show! I hope you enjoyed the interview
GREAT INSIGHT. TOMMY'S SONGS HAD LOTS OF ENERGY. ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for watching
This is a Rock Star!
That’s for sure!
Tom Jackson sat in front of me in history class!!!!!
That’s so cool!
Great interview with a great artist
I so appreciate you watching our show. Thank you so much 🙏❤️
Harvey asks good questions and I'm glad I found him! liked & subscribed. Two surefire tips for Barbara De Fina for books that need to made into movies Five Finger Discount & I,Jan Cremer
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Another totally AMAZING interview Harvey! I learned so much! You bring out the very best in all your guests. I can't wait to see the movie!!
Alan I thank you with all my heart for your unending support of our little show. Your loyalty and kindness mean the world to me. 🙏❤️
When are going to see a well done, epic, 3 hour film about gangster businessman Morris Levy? Perhaps Oliver Stone might direct. Do it right or don't do it all. Tommy James should be at the core of how this story is told. A great documentary would be most welcome. Mr. James is a fascinating fellow who is down to earth and humble. He's a good human being. This is a great interview.
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What a gem of a channel! Excellent interview!
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What a fantastic interview from one of the coolest cats that ever did music 😎
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Amazing interview
Thank you so much for watching!!
I’m enjoying this!
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Great sounds
Thank you so much
fantastic!
I’m so glad you enjoyed this very special episode of our show
Tommy James - We too had encounters with Morris Levy, as Morris was mutual friends with Daniel J. Henkin, who was owner of C.G. Conn, Inc. and other band manufacturing corporations. And Mr. Henkin produced some of our demos recordings, back in 1966 through 1973. But we did't know, what you mention in your interview at 17 minutes & 55 seconds, to go to publishing companies. We stayed in Indiana & Michigan performing for over seven (7) years. We have some of our songs at: barry ray heflick music playlist youtube. I play organ & piano, but don't sing much anymore. But extremely appreciate your heart-felt songs, exciting performances, and this interview above! Have a copy of your book titled: Me, the Mob, and the Music. Excellent book! Looking forward to seeing your book as a movie! Also,, our condolences on your loss of your wife Linda. But, just wanted to say thank you, Tommy James! Hoping to meet you someday.
I don’t think Tommy reads these comments. Try reaching out to him on his own website. Thank you so much for watching our show.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Mr. Harvey Brownstone: Appreciate your observation & advice. Will try his (Tommy James) website. Thank you again!
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Beauty
Thank you so much. I’m blushing!
Por que todas las entrevistas que le hacen a tommy james no se pueden subtitular al español.
Sorry but we don’t translate our interviews into other languages. It’s far too expensive
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Love Tommy James, I feel he has not received the glory he deserves.
Well just wait till his movie comes out. Everything will change for him then.
Don’t lose any sleep. He is beloved by millions
@daveyvane9431 exactly. Look at the viewer numbers on this interview and the hundreds of comments
So what is a shondell anyway? Definitely an early '60s kind of name. Similar to the Hondells ("Go Little Honda").
Exactly.
Hmm - Wikipedia shows zero platinum albums (let alone “13”) for Tommy, solo or with the Shondells… So, naturally, I’d be curious as to how he’d square that…. Regardless, his catalog has some great music, and he still delivers impressively in concert. Really eager for the film, and I hope it comes to fruition. Thanks for posting this.
Don’t believe everything you read on Wikipedia. Go to official discography sites.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Absolutely; I always reserve ‘judgement’ until after the evidence is in, or the lack of it has been established. Terrific idea - so which discography do you recommend, Harvey?
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 For clarity’s sake, stateside/RIAA (the definitive U.S. source) has the sole entry of ‘Hanky Panky’ as a Tommy James/Shondells gold single award, and no album entries. Tommy’s stats would have to be in reference to sales outside America where requisite sales are substantially less for gold/platinum certifications. None of which negates the absolute magnificence of his vocals and those incredible records.
It would be unfair to look only at US sales. The stats Tommy’s team sent me were based on global record sales and streamings.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 “Gold” and “platinum” industry certifications (inclusive of, and retroactively applied to, both physical and digital formats) aren’t figured cumulatively on a global basis anywhere in the world. They’re always figured on a per-country basis; completist research of all countries yields the aforementioned ‘Hanky Panky’ single as James’ sole certification, with that being gold.
Morris Levy plays a role in the murder of Bobby Fuller. His brother Randy finally offers details in his book.
Very interesting
It's a shame that a VJ or Chess couldn't have signed TJ and The Ss. He would have been able to explore his music and not be exploited. And the labels would have made money too.
I agree 100%
His voice is still so clear and poor. And he rocks the guitar, especially the revving part of Crimson and Clover
His voice is pure not poor!!!
Class act.
Who? The interviewer or the guest?