Comments on: MGM Grand, Friday, December 16, 2005

By: Eric ( Lampie The Clown )

Eric ( Lampie The Clown ) — Fri, 14 Apr 2006 06:33:02 +0000

Just thought I’d drop a note and say how much I’ve enjoyed Your TJI site. I ran across it by accident earlier, and now I’m a couple of hours behind in my work, but it was worth it.

As someone who toured with Tom (Sir Tom now!) for 10 years, it’s interesting to see the show from a different viewpoint. You’ve made my night.

By the way, I’d be willing to bet money that Tom knows every word to the Richard Marx tune, but the band has new members since it was last played live. I don’t think Herman has ever played it for example. Brian would not want to risk a train wreck to find out, and I can’t say I’d blame him when the guy who wrote the song is sitting in Kings Row. Just my guess.

Thanks again,

LtheC

By: Moderator

Moderator — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 15:46:16 +0000

Don’t worry, Jen, he didn’t. See the review for January 19 and be happy.

By: Jen

Jen — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 08:23:59 +0000

Oh PLEASE TJ….don’t take out KISS!!!!! I know that he does it every time, but I wait months to see him, “think he better dance now”! WOW! I am NEVER disappointed and he is ALWAYS HOT! Keep it going TJ!!!

By: Julia

Julia — Mon, 02 Jan 2006 22:35:43 +0000

My husband and I are planning a trip to Las Vegas in February. We LOVE to see Tom each time we are there. I do wish he would change his stage outfit. He would be so sexy in a black tee shirt and black jeans. Let us see those abs and the muscles you work so hard to keep. You have this all covered and we want you to show off to us ladies.

I am hooked and will continue to see him at every opportunity.

Tom,you have so many fans of all ages. Please stay fit and continue to keep us begging for more in 2006. My wish for 2006,that I will be able to meet you in person this year. I am sure I would be speechless but that would be OK. You are our STAR.

By: elvisguitarman

elvisguitarman — Fri, 23 Dec 2005 04:28:53 +0000

I saw Tom twice while in Vegas: Dec. 17th & closing night Dec. 20th. BOTH shows were great — although the same (time for a change). I, too, have learned all the jokes and banter that Tom repeats at every show. He looked and sounded GREAT. We had a front table (both nights). On the 17th, my gal threw a pair of panties with ‘kitty kats’ that Tom picked up, talked about, and said he would save for later. On the 20th - he was given a gift bag with a stuffed “Pussy Cat” and ‘Sexy Mints’ from Victoria’s Secret. Tom read the note enclosed on how we have sen him 9 times this year. He always seems quite the gentleman… maybe being Welsh? A great time — great seats — great shows. Tom is truly — a living legend!!!

By: Laura G. Cain

Laura G. Cain — Tue, 20 Dec 2005 06:25:37 +0000

I attended the MGM shows on Saturday, December 18th and Sunday, December 19th.

First of all, I have loved Tom Jones' voice for over 30 years and plan to see him as much as I possibly can until I am laid out and candle lit. These two shows were the 5th and 6th shows I have seen this year. I was fortunate enough to have front row seats for both shows.

The Saturday night show was odd. It seemed that Tom was straining a bit to hit notes that normally seem effortless for him. The band looked like they had all lost their best friends. The three back up singers, however, were their typical, outstanding selves. I don't know if the somewhat sedate audience had anything to do with it, but it was just weird and not an "on" show. Despite it all, Tom Jones at 80% is still better than most singers at their very best.

On a different note, the Sunday night show was great. Tom was in full and robust voice. The band was energized and the audience was into it. Tom was in good humor and it was quite an experience to watch him so closely. This man is absolutely amazing. His face is so expressive and his body is hot! His legs looked so muscular from where I was sitting. Aside from all the eye candy, it is a thrill for me to watch and listen to a singer who has never been given the credit he is due. I am looking forward to seeing him again in January. It won't come quick enough!!!

By: Pat

Pat — Sun, 18 Dec 2005 20:38:22 +0000

Hi,

Glad you enjoyed the show, however I am a little surprised that you say Tom hasn't changed his act in 2 years.
The Jools Holland songs were not introduced until Autumn 2004. He introduced them on his UK Summer Nights tour in July 2004 and the album was released in the UK in September 2004. I actually went to the show he did at Hammersmith Palais in London that he did with Jools in September 2004 to promote the new album.
The songs he was doing in 2003 and part of 2004 included: Younger Days, Holiday, Whatever It Takes, Heaven's Been A Long Time Coming, Black Betty, The Letter, I (Who Have Nothing), 16 Tons, Working in a Coal Mine, Why Get Up and Venus.

The only songs that remain from the Mr. Jones album are TJ International and We've Got Tonight. Hope you all have a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Pat