Tommy James and the Shondells

Tommy James seems to be getting better with age. Saw the show in Washington, PA, He was terrific as usual.

My husband and I fell in love 44 years ago listening to Tommy James. We have 2 Red Husky Dogs named Crimson & Clover. We have been to 4 of your concerts , LOVED them all. GOD BLESS YOU wishing you good health so you can KEEP ON ROCKIN. Thank You for the Memories.!!!

Tommy James and the Shondells put on a really impressive concert! I didn't remember how many hit songs he had made. What was even more heartwarming was how he came down and mingled with a lot of the audience talking to people, shaking our hands and posing for pictures with several of them! t

Have been a Tommy James fan since the 70's and was very disappointed with the show in Biloxi MS. First, the music was too loud -- could not hear any of Tommy's vocals beginning with the second song, as the bass amplifier volume was too loud. Secondly, Tommy was on stage 60-70 minutes with 15 minutes spent making pictures, signing autographs, etc in the first few rows of the audience. I understand the total length of Tommy's performance is governed by the venue itself. Would like to see Tommy again but in a different venue where Tommy spends time making pictures and signing autographs AFTER his show.

He still has an incredible voice! It brought back many great memories

My wife and I were excited to see the Shondells live because Tommy James wrote our song, "Crimson & Clover." However, the less than personal TJ hardly said a thing all the while his Shondells played hardrock interludes to some very sacred songs. I thought TJ might share with us where some of his inspirations came from. But there was none of that and a lot of very loud noise. I know ... It is Rock & Roll. I get that but I was there when he originally performed it ... And I mistakenly thought I would hear that again.

excellent. well balanced. The sound was good All the entertainers gave it their all

Tommy James is one of my favorite performers. He always comes through with a terrific show, very energetic and true to his music. He has so many hits and they all rock. Timeless. Mark Farner was such a pleasant surprise. What a musician. Loved him and his music. Band was great. The Rascals have such a special place in rock and roll history and Felix represents that. He is always terrific, and their music sure stood up to the test of time. So may hits and they sure make you want to get up and dance. Wish the original band get back together.

A fabulous show by three "oldies" headliners who were anything but stale! They all stand the test of time and had plenty of eneregy to boot. The songs sounded fresh and not rote. Tommy James is a master showman, a rocker, and a true gentleman.

One band was better than the other!! I wish it never came to an end!! Too bad Tommy James only played one hour.... I didn't get my fill!!!

Love his show. The line up is great. The performers are fantastic. They have you dancing in the aisle. They really know how to rock the crowd. It's a concert you will enjoy and you will walk out singing and dancing. A must see!

tommy james and band sounded great. played all of their hits and did encore

It was great. Hippies still have there Groove On. The band set up was quick and fast. All bands played there favorite Hits. Everyone dancing and having a grand old time. What a great Party. The park ushers could not be more friendly. They danced 2 !! The park & restroom were clean. It was a blast !!!

FAMILY WASTHE BEST! SEATS GREAT SOUND A TOACH TO LOUD STAFF GREAT AS ALWAYS

I loved Tommy James and the Shondells but the sound system was off. It was too loud to be enjoyable. I did not enjoy sitting through the first two opening acts because they were not my type of music. It was a poor combination. It was the first time to a Bethel Woods show that I was not happy.

I was so excited when my husband bought these tickets for me for my birthday. But I have to say that it wasn't what I hoped for..Yeah we listened to this music when we were kids/young adults growing up...But now were in our 50's,60's & 70's, doesn't anyone do sound checks? Doesn't anyone sit in the audience to tone down the deafening/overpowering beat ? We're not kids anymore... Example: I went to an Air Supply concert a few years ago in Pough,Ny...It was like they were in my living room, you could hear every word, the acoustics weren't deafening and didn't drown out the lyrics, and I realize that over time singers might not have the vocal range they once had but geezzz we came to hear the music , the lyrics we remembered sooo well.. The horn section in Family Stone was excellent...The horn section in Blood, Sweat & Tears was phenomenal...and when Tommy James came out I thought this was great, it's an original singer , but the music overpowered the vocals and after 4 songs we left..The group sounded better 1/2 mile away in the parking lot because the beat wasn't so deafening.. Please share with these groups that we, as adults now, not wasted, not intoxicated, but as adults, are coming to pay homage to music we grew up with...why can't it sound like it did when they recorded it years ago?? If Air Supply & Tony Bennett can do so can everyone else...

Loved to hear my favorite songs (oldies) very much. Thought it was very kind of Tommy James to play some of those! Crimson and Clover, Hanky Panky.... what great memories they invoked! Where has that good music gone...??? I didn't really care for the newer made songs from any of the bands. Sad but true, I didn't find them very inspiring or uplifting... in the sense, that they did not lift me out of my seat and inspired me to dance or sing along at all. Loud Speakers were way too loud!!! I had to wear ear protection. A bit less noisy would only helped the quality of the music.

The family stone,Blood sweat & tears and also tommy james was amazing,good show,I hope you could bring back Chicago too! earth wind& fire too

What a great show. These three great acts brought back so many memories. The best part was how great they played their songs. No new improvisational licks or new albums to promote. Just well played songs that the audience came to hear and reminisce. These bands have a good thing going here. Combine three great acts and play those songs just as we remembered them. Keep it up and my family and friends will continue to show up each and every year!

The Family Stone was good but the set was too long. Blood Sweat and Tears was very disappointing, but Tommy James rocked! Not only did he sound great but he played all the hits, as they were released and then went out into the crowd to thank the fans. Definitely worth the wait in the rain!

The Family Stone and Blood, Sweat and Tears saved this show! They were outstanding. Tommy James on the other hand was very disappointing. First of all, he was late. Then he performed like he was just rushing through the set to get it done. His schmoozing with the audience in the front section was just too much. He should have put that energy into engaging the whole crowd. Perhaps if he did more than half the people would not have gotten up and walked out. Bethel Woods is a beautiful place. Very clean, very well thought out, with incredibly nice people working there!

The only crummy part of the day was the weather. But, that's how the weather was back in '69. I thought of it that way and it didn't matter when the bands started playing. The Stone Family were really great sounding, Blood Sweat & Tears were as well (the acoustics are great at Bethel. Tommy James & the Shondells sounded just like they did back in the day and they even looked the same. I was very happy to be there; great music, great scenery and just a peaceful, happy feeling when I'm there.

Family Stone was very good. Blood Sweat and Tears played great music but we were disappointed in the vocals. Expected the lead singer to sound more like David Clayton Thomas when singing the David Clayton Thomas songs. Instead, the lead singer sang the great hits of David Clayton Thomas in his own style. David Clayton Thomas voice made those songs hits not the present singer. We have attended concerts of other bands where the lead singer left the band but the new singer performed the songs in the style of the original singer. It was as though Blood Sweat and Tears always existed without David Clayton Thomas. There was no mention of him. Tommy James and the Shondells performed well. It seemed as though the sound was slightly off tune.

Shameless milking of the Woodstock memory. Move on. Family Stone was fun but they were going through the motions - like a wedding band. The singer for Blood Sweat and Tears is better suited to play in Vegas. An insult to the excitement of the 60's.

When I bought my tickets, the concert was just advertised as Tommy James and the Shondells. Even though this was a Sunday night and I had to work on monday, I figured it was worth the 2.5 hour drive back. Then The Family Stone and Blood Sweat and Tears were added to the bill. Sitting in the rain with our feet in the wet grass and mud we couldn't make it to Tommy James.My wifes chair was very wet to begin with. I went to the "upgrade" booth but it was closed. yes it rained in '69 and i was part of the Santana rain dance, but that was during the afternoon, and I wasn't 61 years old. I don't know why the concert couldn't have been started earlier (remember Woodstock went all day), especially since it was a sunday night. Hopefully someone else will organize something for the 50th Woodstock anniversary in 2019

Tommy James put on a Five Star show! Each song was amazing and no messing around with anything! It was a long concert including two opening acts and the Fantasy Rock sets. I was a little disappointed with Blood, Sweat and Tears. BST is basically a tribute band now. Face it, most people want to hear their big hits. Talented as they are, the band played a lot of stuff to show off their strengths as a band, not the songs that made BST famous. The Family Stone was wonderful, if not just a little long. Hats off to them for bringing back what made Sly and the Family Stone immortal.

It was a great event & evening. Always enjoy going to concerts at Bethel Woods.

This event was everything a rock and roller would expect from such a collection of rock and roll bands! They made not only the concrete shake and THUNDER, but also the audience's backbone shake ! Tomny James is also a great Christian rock and roll musician and he makes no bones about it, which is great!

Loved the two first fake acts Disgusted by Tommy James Blood sweat and tears should of headlined.

The entire concert was great. Worth seeing. I would see all the acts again.

This band has not lost its talent. If you close your eyes it s as if you are listening to the 45rpm! Tommy James engages with the audience and even does a meet and greet at the end of the show. Fun night!!

Tommy's voice was clean and pure. At 69 he sounded the same as he did in the 1960's. A show of all hits that were top 30 songs. Highlight was when he walked thru the audience to shake hands with the people and thank them for coming. What a Class act! He had his security still but pretty brave to do. Loved his slowed down version of I think were Alone Now. Such a strong voice hitting all the high notes as with a clean vibrato. His band was excellent. Great back up Vocals all in tune. Strong Bass player and strong lead guitar on solos. I would go again anytime!!!! Thanks Tommy!

Penn's Peak is a great venue. The concert was fabulous!

As Lawrence Welk would say "those boys cana sure bogie woogie" Both groups were as good as we remember. Their energy abounded, and music was a tight as they originally were. Played all the songs they were famous for plus some. The Association's six part harmonies we as good as they were in the 60's & seventies. TJ showed he was the driving force behind the original Shondells. All in all a great/memorable evening!

Loved the show! Tommy and the Shondells are incredibly talented and interactive with their audience; including visiting with his fans during and after the show!!

Tommy James still sounded great, 95% of show was perfect, 5% had soundman problems, which I could actually see Tommy lipping some choice words to the sound guy on the side of the stage, could be because it was a special auction show, anniversary addition for the Meadow Brook Theatre but the show was only maybe 45 minutes, he did have a meet and great afterwards which could be the reason for the shorter show also. Would I recommend seeing him, yes I would! The man and the band still sounded great and polished. I liked that he played both versions of I think were alone now.

It was well worth driving seven hours roundtrip to see the fabulous Tommy James. He never plays near me (Washington DC) so I have to go where he is. But next year he says he hopes to play the Birchmere which is in my area. He enthusiastically sang many of his hits including my favorite "Crystal Blue Persuasion," "Hanky Panky," "Sweet Cherry Wine," "Ball of Fire," and "Mirage." When he ventured out into the crowd as he always does during "Mony Mony," he was so surrounded by adoring fans that he couldn't make it around the entire sold out room. He signed autographs after the show and I got to meet him and thank him for all the great music. There's a movie in the works based on his book, "Me, the Mob and the Music," and then a Broadway musical, which means he will receive the household name notoriety Abba did with Mama Mia and Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons did with Jersey Boys. Tommy well deserves it as he has been underappreciated since the 1970s.

My wife and I had a wonderful time at the concert. The Ides opened the show and played there hearts out. There horn section is second to none. Jim Peterik is a fun front man as well as singer,writer and founder of the Ides. Scott May tickled the keys as complemented the compositions with fresh inspirations. Than after a 20 min break, Tommy James and the Shondells came out and put a slightly heavers grove on there hits. That said Theyplayed all there hits and made them sound fresh. They didn't change the style or feeling of there work. Just enough rock instead of pop in there sound. People were dancing in the aisles. I have to give a shout out to the Rialto Theater. Great sound. I could hear all the instruments being played. I will go back there for a concert.

Excellent. The best concert I have been to in a long time. Will go see him again when he comes back to Biloxi.

Tommy was awesome! After 50 plus years in the industry, Tommy still sounds exactly the same. Plus, he signs autographs during and after the show. He goes out in the crowd and takes pictures too. Not many artists will do that. A great venue too! Overall, a great experience. You definitely need to see Tommy if you get the chance.

Good concert. He is very interactive with the audience. Played a lot of his favorite hits. Got to meet him after the show. Very cool!!!

I never get tired of going to one of Tommy James' concerts when he is in town. I've loved his music ever since I heard Hanky Panky and all the rest of his hits back in the day. Tommy really seems to appreciate his fans -- he goes out into the audience shaking hands and taking pictures. His music lives on!!!

Great to see Tommy James and hear his music. Only complaint was the instruments were too loud and drowned out the vocals.

I would highly recommend this concert. He sang all of the favorites and mingled with the crowd.

Concert was great. A lot of fun. They played all the old hits. The only thing I didn t like was the LONG instrumental part while Tommy went into the audience to take pictures. He should do that at the end. Otherwise it was awesome

Tommy James &The Shondells put on a good show , playing all his hits and one really deep cut . He did a great acoustic version of I Think Were Alone Now and later played the original version. A highlight was Tommy walking into the audience and taking photos and a hug and kiss here and there for the ladies . Overall a good show and fun time . He also signed free autographs ( for purchased merchandise after the show with more photo ops)

This was a super show. Tommy James is just as good today as 50 years ago. Their music is everlasting and brought back so many wonderful memories for my wife and I.

Tommy James put on a great show and came out into the audience and hugged people and shook hands and stayed after and offered pics and autographs to anyone who bought any pictures or books cd's or any kind of memorabilia!!! Also, his book will be a movie soon!!!

This was one of the most fantastic concerts that I have ever been too. You could close your eyes and it felt like it was 30 years ago. His voice is exactly how it was in the early years. I would recommend this concert to anyone. Great show. I only wish he could have played for hours more.

Great show.Tommy is a Class Act He did all there songs

It appears that the volume of sound was designed for a 15,000 seat arena instead of a small venue with a low ceiling. Turn it down, please!

I am not an avid fan of this group but greatly enjoyed the performance. Great energy, enthusiasm and a strong connection to the audience. Based solely on the women dancing in the audience, Tommy James' music is beloved. Hearing the old hits was enjoyable, especially because Tommy still has a remarkably good voice. It was a fun evening and I would see him again.

Tommy James and the Shondells were amazing!!! They never let me down !! Can t wait for the next show!!

Tommy James and The Shondells were so awesome! They really outdid themselves at the show. Tommy even came off stage and mingled with the crowd and took pictures with them! The crowd really got into the great music and the atmosphere was great! It was nice that they played almost 2 hours and came back for an encore. The last band we saw there played for an hour and never came back out...that was really not worth the price we paid...such a disappointment. Tommy and his band really made up for that bad experience. Our only complaint was that it was so cold in there and there were quite a few older people who couldn't take it after awhile and up and left. We love the oldies bands so we suffered the cold and stayed...we are 64 years old so that wasn't easy lol.....Hopefully they can make some changes with that because we would like to see more shows.

Tommy James and the Shondells put on a super show. Tommy James sounded amazing for 71yrs old. He interacted with the audience which was an unexpected treat. Lots of hits...good time!!

Performance was great but the sound was too loud for the venue and the lyrics were not always understandable. Fortunately I knew the words. Performance at The Palace in Greensburg was much better. Recommend if you have never seen Tommy.

Tommy was energetic, held the audience, true to the original records with groovy jams, too. He looks great and the band is so tight and still rock on with passion. No phoning it in here! If you want to meet him, plenty of opportunity during Mony Mony, it's a tradition, then after the show. Love this man, keep rockin' Tommy and we'll keep coming.

Amazing show at the Bergen PAC!! Tommy James and the Shondells, never disappoint!!

My third time seeing this unbelievable band at Bergen PAC in Englewood and they never disappoint. Tommy James voice is still amazing after all these years and his band as tight as ever. Can t wait till they come around to my area next year.

We took our 31 year old daughter and her husband and all 4 of us totally enjoyed the show! Tommy s voice is still strong and beautiful, the band was great, and they sang every song we wanted them to! Tommy came into the audience and shook hands while the band played. He also signed autographs and allowed fans to take pictures with him after the show. Wonderful evening!

One of the better moldy oldie concerts that we have attended. They still had it!!!

It was so great to see this legendary rocker live. His act was funny and fun and the songs are classics performed excellently. If you have the ability to go see this show you shouldn't miss it.

Great fun! Honestly, didn t realize he had so many hits. Also, I had no idea of the mob affiliation with the record company they recorded with. Interesting story, will need to read the book and watch the movie.

As usual, Tommy James and the Shondells put on a great performance. However, John Sebastian was a total mismatch. Sebastian did a lot of talking and not a lot of playing. He plunked his way with an acoustical guitar which came across as very folksy. Not what I would want as a warm up or complement to Tommy James. Thank God Tommy came out all guns blazing with his Draggin The Line opener. These 2 should not perform together for the audience's sake. I only gave 3 stars but recommend the concert for Tommy James fans. You won't be disappointed with his group.

The sound system wasn't mixed well for Tommy J it was muddy and the music was louder than him

great rockers from the best music era!we would see them again in a heartbeat!

Tommy James and band very good. John Sebastian just OK, but lovable.

Tommy James and the Shondells and John Sebastian were great! I am so glad to have gone. And of course any seat at Westbury is good.

Tommy James and band sounded really great. Lots of hits and energy in his show. John Sebastion was terrible. His voice was gone and he did not do justice to the songs you would associate with him and the spoonful. Unfortunately I have seen this many times when artists don't realize or don't want to realize their time has past and they need to hang it up.

The band was great and Tommy James was fantastic. The only problem with the venue was the view from our original seats. If we had not moved we would not have been able to see the synthesizer nor the lead guitarist. We moved closer to the center of the theater on the same row and the seats were perfect. I don t understand why they would sell seats with such an obstructed view without disclosing that fact.

The band was tight with some great six part vocal harmony and great drums. Saw the show at the IP last year and I must say that last years performance was more enthusiastic and a lot more songs performed. This show started a little after 8pm and was finished before 9:30

I'm just a tad young to remember TJ and the Shondells when they were all over the charts (I graduated HS in 75). I knew their biggest hits, of course, like Mony,Mony or Crimson and Clover. But holy cow, the hits just keep on coming at a Shondells concert. They only did two songs I didn't know. Tommy James is still in great voice (but is pretty obviously tired by the end of the show). I thought it was terrific and would certainly recommend it to my friends and family.

A really enjoyable show. Very energetic and great sounds. Tommy James' interaction with the crowd was outstanding and a real crowd pleaser. Singing all the old hits was especially great for me, that is what I go to the concerts to see.

Played all their hits and then some. Personal interaction with audience. Definitely would see again

I was expecting a few hits from my youth but every song kept me entertained....I'd see it again!

Best show I have been to in 20 years... and i have been to them all. Tommy is a legend and the performance was that of a legend. Don't miss before it's too late.... we are going again to see him in Vegas at the Nugget....

The restaurants on site appear to be understaffed to handle a concert night. The wait times were ridiculous because once seated, the place wasn't even packed. Took forever for food to arrive but it tasted good. The concert was great! He puts on a fantastic performance--heart and soul in every song!!

Awesome stage presence, played their hits, talented musicians

What a wonderful concert this would have been if we could have heard the words being sung! The instruments drowned out most of the words in the songs. Crimson and Clover, one of my favorites, is a quieter song, so I was happy I could hear that! I didn't hear one word of either of the encore songs being sung. There needed to be a better balance between the singing and the loudness of the musical instruments......it's sad as this could have been a fabulous concert!

It was a great show. Interaction with the audience was fun.

We really enjoyed this show and appreciated him coming down into the audience. I even got to hug him. The music was great. Tommy s voice is still great!!

Tommy and the boys sound like the group we used hear on the radio back in their hit producing days, only better. Tommy has somehow retained his voice quality over the years, and along withing the backing Shondels stayed true form to their originals. Along with enhanced production capabilities at the venue, the sound was familiar but bigger and bolder than their records. The Tulaip offers not only a great sounding room for these events, but beautiful rooms and atmosphere for a wonderful night or weekend away..

So much fun! Sounded great, small venue and we were very close, just a really fun evening.

Two of my favorites from the 60s. See them every time possible. They did not disappoint!

Very enjoyable. Tommy has not lost his touch. I would recommend this show.

Tommy James sounded great. He put on a fantastic show and the crowd loved him. Signed autographs after show.

The show was amazing! I would love to go to another one of his shows. Getting to meet Tommy was also the experience of a lifetime!

Played all his hits from the 60's and early 70's Saw him about 7 years ago and still sounded the same

The thing that i wanted to hear was their hits the way they sounded on radio but they changed it to sound different which was ok but i like the old sound

Tommy played all of his hits, sounded great. I bought a cute Mony Mony t shirt.

Venue was awesome, the performance was great. Only complaint is they only played for 1 hour and 10 minutes.

This is the fifth time I've seen Tommy James and he never fails to deliver a first class show. I actually didn't like this type of music when I was growing up, but about 15 years ago I reluctantly attended an "oldies" show where Tommy James was one ofthe acts. Since that time I can't get enough of his music and superb vocals. His music takes me back to a simpler, happier time, even if just for one night. Penn's Peak is a wonderful venue and this concert especially seemed to have an energy from the crowd that surpassed previous shows. Met some wonderful people, of all ages, who enhanced the experience.

I always enjoyed the songs in the Tommy James catalog and was really excited to get to see this "legend" perform at a venue not far from my home. I've seen other shows at Penn'sPeak (Dave Mason 2 times, Get the Led Out, America and a few others) but the sound at this concert was not up to par. Tommy's voice seems to have held up well over the years, but he was overshadowed most of the night by an overly loud and at times shrill sound system. He sounded like "old times" when he performed an acoustic version of "I Think We're Alone Now", but when the band was playing, it was as though they were trying to fill a stadium and not the relatively small Jim Thorpe venue. And its not my age, I go to many shows at many different sized indoor and outdoor venues. This one "hurt". I was hoping for a wonderful good old rock and roll experience, but at times I didn't even recognize the lyrics or the song. I still love his songs but will stick to hearing them on my home and car stereos.

Tommy James and the Shondells was WONDERFUL! Came out feeling like a young teen again. All the songs were spot on, beautiful evening at Penn's Peak.

Awesome energy from the whole band! Was very impressed!

They sounded great for all of 75 minutes. Way too short for the $$.

We saw Tommy James 2 years ago and it was much better. Seems like the very loud music was making up for the lack of good vocals this year. He only sang for 1 hour and 30 minutes, very short concert.

Amplifiers were way to loud for the venue (Penns Peak, Jim Thorpe, PA). As such, we had a hard time hearing the words to the songs! Three other couples were with us; all said the same thing. We saw them two years ago at the same venue and they were great!

Talent, songs you can sing along with, great personality.....everything you want for the soundtrack of your life.

They were amazing . Still sounded the same . Tommy loves his fans he came out to shake many people's hand (including mine) and take pics right in the middle of the concert. I am 29 years old I just love this type of music. never gets old.