THIS IS A FUN RIDE!!! TOMMY JAMES - DRAGGIN THE LINE (REACTION)

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[@dagmar.6954]

Tommy James & The Shondells are an American pop rock / psychedelic rock band from the 60's. They had a lot of great hits such as "Hanky Panky", "Crimson & Clover", "I Think We're Alone Now", "Mirage", "Mony Mony", "Sweet Cherry Wine", "Ball Of Fire", "Do Something To Me" & "Crystal Blue Persuasion". When Tommy went solo in the 70's "Draggin' The Line" & "Three Times In Love" were hits for him.

[@shellymarquez9320]

You’ve gotta do Tommy James and the Shondells……Crystal Blue Persuasion! Such a smooth song! You’ll love it!🥰🥰

[@mikmaqwoman]

Agree

[@mrsouthjersey4956]

One day, decades ago, Tommy James and the Shondells secretary took a phone call in the bands West coast office. As she hung up, Tommy asked her; "Who was that" She replied, "Some East coast promoter. He offered us a paying gig in the Western part of New York, on a pigs farmer farm. I turned him down Tommy" They both started laughing at what they thought was a ridiculous idea, picturing playing for an audience and for some pigs who just wandered on in. They weren't laughing 2 weeks later that summer in 1969, when they heard the story of an arts and music festival that just finished in Western New York on Max Yasgers farm. A cow and pig farmer. Yup, "Woodstock", Tommy forgave his secretary.

[@annmills3163]

Crystal blue persuasion and Crimson and Clover are a must from them ☮️💜

[@joeyrobison6629]

"Sweet Cherry Wine" is a spiritual, psychedelic, anti-war song. I think you both would like it, along with "Crimson and Clover" and "Crystal Blue Persuasion".

[@redreeler4905]

Tommy James was the inavator of many guitar riffs, and styles that were never done!!!

[@eclconsulting]

You guys are my favorite reactors. Your joy for music shines.

[@ShawnandMel4Life]

Thank you so very much Carol🥰❤️

[@stephenulmer3781]

I agree

[@bettysummers2175]

My favorite by them is crystal blue persuasion

[@StevenW1958]

The song was released in June 1971. I remember it well, I was 12 years old. Best summer ever. The song finished at #64 on NYC’s 77 WABC radio’s top 100 of 1971.

[@starleemartin1961]

That bass is pure ear candy. Always reminds me of those hot summer North Carolina days growing up in the 90s and jumping into the cool waters of Cherokee while camping. You've got to do "Crimson and Clover" next. Just pure psychodelic perfection.

[@1953jazzman]

We're talking about an absolutely irresistible groove in the rhythm section..... all underneath that catchy melody! Great reaction!

[@davidschecter5247]

Tommy's a fabulous songwriter, still writing amazing stuff to this day. His voice is as good as ever. This is a simple song, but he can do so much more. A MAJOR talent that gets overlooked too often. His memoir is fabulous, too, about his involvement with the record business and organized crime. A must-read!

[@katie-didellis2437]

Tommy James & The Shondells were definitely an underappreciated overlooked group.

[@ChuckHackney]

So great to hear he is still going strong. Huge TJ and The Shondells fan. First trip to Atlantic Beach NC with my first crush and this song was playing on rock AM radio. Ya'll remember rock AM radio, right? Here's to rock on WKIX I In Raleigh, NC back in the day. Later, it was WQDR album rock station. Great songs. Great memories.

[@Constance8722]

I read it and it's a fascinating read!

[@pattytyndall1021]

I love how excited and pumped up Shawn gets! Mel is as elegant as ever! Always enjoy your reactions!

[@jerryadkins5418]

My favorite of theirs is probably Crystal Blue Persuasion. My favorite band as a child.

[@knew3355]

Love Tommy James & The Shondells! You guys should check out Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels for some more fire. Please do their video “Jenny Take A Ride C C Rider (1965). It comes out the gate hitting hard and the video (a live performance) has Go Go Girls that were popular at the time.

[@patriciadefibaugh973]

Yes! Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels

[@franrichards5131]

Yes

[@gregorybrown3272]

Tommy James played most of the instruments on this track, the same for the last few hits that he had with the Shondells.

[@supersonicsoulsupreme1414]

As always love the looks on your faces when you hear a record for the first time priceless This & Crystal Blue persuasion are my favorites ✌️&♥️

[@Yowza78]

The "jukebox musical" has been a sBroadway staple for years -- shows have been crafted around the songs of the Temptations, the Four Seasons, the Talking Heads, Alanis Morrisette, etc etc. I can think of 2 bands with a deep roster of hits just waiting to be rediscovered by modern audiences: Tommy James & the Shondelles and Three Dog Night. Joni Mitchell is better known and more critically acclaimed ... and her poetic, sensual, autobiographical songs could serve as the script on their own.

[@bostonvair]

I love Tommy James (with and without the Shondells). This song has such a great vibe. If you guys haven't reacted to some of the great hits from Tommy James and the Shondells, you must. Crimson and Clover, Sweet Cherry Wine, Crystal Blue Persuasion, I Think We're Alone Now, Mirage, Mony Mony, Hanky Panky, Ball of Fire, etc. I'd start with Crimson and Clover... be sure to get the full-length album version (> 5 minutes). The very first rock album I bought as a kid was the Best of Tommy James and the Shondells. Great stuff.

[@maryanncolyer9378]

It to me is a happy 😁 song ❤️

[@Nancy-kt3jd]

They have so many great songs for sure and Tommy James is one of the best people out there I seen him seven times 😂🎉😂

[@marynelson7943]

This song has always made me happy and smile. I love your enjoyment, because it is always how I feel with this song.

[@jeffcurtis5470]

50 year old tune still sounds great...

[@brianbax6515]

crystal blue persuasion has a good sound

[@54nomore]

Tommy James & the Shondells hit "Draggin the Line" (1971) peaked at #4. This was during the time of free love, and psychedelic drugs. In particular cocaine. "Draggin the Line" is a word play for snorting cocaine... Awesome upload and song.

[@darrellwheeler2625]

This is a great song you haven't heard nothing until yall listen their big hit Crystal Blue Persuasion that is the bomb.

[@nenelles-dancelikenobodysw8511]

Love this song ❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥😉😉😉 Hadn't heard it in a while!!!

[@annewoodard6803]

I got chills! What a great song!!! So glad you picked it. The music I grew up with. 😁❤️

[@TheMrBlackCrow]

This is a rabbit hole that would be great for ya'll to go down...mony, mony, crystal blue persuasion, I think we're alone now...

[@wpollock1]

THAT BASS LINE! Love it!

[@robinmcpherson7981]

Remember roller skating to this song. Love it.

[@byronmitchell3784]

TOMMY JAMES, AND THE SHONDELLS, " DRAGGING THE LINE", 1968-69 GROOVY SOUNDS. MORE "CRIMSON AND CLOVER", "MONY, MONY",

[@flash1660]

You should hear their best song called crimson and clover and I think we’re alone now you will love them

[@catherineberkley93]

Love you guys!!! Taking care of my 91 year old mother in law with dementia you guys are my bright spot everyday!

[@sarahdee374]

Hey Catherine, maybe serendipity here. I was just watching some KZbin videos about the miraculous effect familiar music can have in bringing life back to alzheimer patients, at least for a while. Folks who were very agitated, memory gone and just out of it come to life when they hear music from their early life, like for your MIL it might be WWII music, Frank S, Bing etc. For me it will be the Beatles, John Denver, the Beach Boys. You could search KZbin for maybe "music for dementia patients". What's been done in some nursing homes is incredible.

[@deborahjoyner6696]

One of the great singers and bands!

[@sarahh1053]

This takes me back. I think the different genres that you both cover is cool. Love the positive vibe you give to these reactions - genuine and harmonious.

[@MySherry10]

this song is a feel good song that makes you enjoy living , thats why we are such a happy generation , our songs made you feel good , and want more to make you feel good in music and the groups and songs delivered

[@johnness2457]

Another band that belongs in the rock hall of fame.

[@cdfdesantis699]

Tommy James is very underrated as a musical talent who could get the most subtle messages across - & sometimes not so subtle.

[@Royalblood405]

I think it's great that you are discovering 60's-70's music...nothing quite like it!!

[@cog4life]

One of my all time favorite songs!!!! Never gets old!!

[@garyvandecar2580]

Tommy James and the Shondells are in the Michigan Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@andreadeamon6419]

Love Tommy. Has some great songs to enjoy

[@rebeccarockchik6704]

I've always loved this song! ✌❤

[@marynelson7943]

"Those Were the Days" by Mary Hopkin is a song I think you would enjoy. It is an old folk song which was popular in Russian taverns which the patrons would sing along.

[@Jillyconjem]

Yes! This is a fantastic song. 💜

[@mikemilne]

Exactly. I think a reaction to that song is a very very good idea.

[@pleasantvalleypickerca7681]

Loved this song ever since I first heard it in the 70's. Just a great song. Love that bass line!

[@donnajean3202]

Please react to Tommy James and the Shondells "Crimson and Clover". It was a song that was way ahead of its time.

[@kristyperry6846]

Hanky Panky ''My baby does the Hanky Panky" is a groovy one by Tommy James and the Shondreals..

[@Teresia12]

This is groovy baby. So glad yall found these guys.

[@kurtw176]

Way ahead of his time, Tommy sang all voices and played every instrument on this song. I think he got bored with music and went on to different ventures. He is truly a Pop monster.

[@paulkeah-tighii2256]

So glad I subscribe to your channel, love y'all, love your reactions!

[@lindamiller7399]

My husband just made me bust a gut he heard this song from the other room he came dancing and singing lol.

[@singluna888]

It's fun to watch your reactions. Especially when there's one that immediately starts your toes tapping. I've always loved this one.

[@rhondabolger782]

Love your reactions to this gem,

[@laurogarza4953]

It's got a great GROOVE! Imagine a shrimper or other fisherman or other workman....on the line.. imagining a brighter, warmer and better day...like us all.

[@robinmccully2154]

Love this song it always makes me smile and realize I have a pretty good life

[@kathys1077]

There was so much talent back In the day. They don’t make music like this today

[@Scott-v2l]

Great reaction...its a great great song...Havent heard it in a minute but going back and checking the reactions....yours was the best...it is a very good vibe moving sound....Why I love this era of music...it was all about feeling good.

[@allendixon7700]

I always love drug and alive always. I used to talk at LA no day. War up from other dragons not dead

[@allendixon7700]

A song here it gives me a fat stiffy Bixby. Dizzy song's good if it gives you a stiffy😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😅

[@steviekc9057]

As a kid I was OBSESSED with Tommy James & The Shondells "Hanky Panky". I must of had that on repeat for weeks because to this day my Sister can't stand it lol

[@sheryljamerson3253]

Great song, good vibes!

[@mikecalderon5251]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR REACTING TO THIS!!!!

[@debra7449]

Definitely feel good music, haven’t heard this in years. Thank You

[@eywine.7762]

I love the way the two of you absolutely enjoy the music.

[@charlenewebb5893]

Your Going To Like This One Very Groovy . Enjoy !

[@danielleonforte540]

Try his Crystal blue persuasion..

[@patrioticrandy7598]

Y'all are such a joy to watch. Your reaction videos make my day a little brighter each and every day. Thank goodness for your channel. Keep up the great work. You're appreciated by so many -- more than you know. 🙏☺

[@nashlimo1]

that feeling you got is called EUPHORIA

[@carollandrum9223]

I'm part of the luckiest generation ever to have grown up with and experienced all of this good music in the 60's, 70's and 80's.

[@judyduguay8673]

love watching your reactions, this was one of our favorite songs to dance to

[@richdiddens4059]

I think this song may be the origin of the phrase "tree-hugger". "...Huggin' a tree when you get near it." The term didn't come into common usage until 2 years later.

[@stevemariman8769]

Draggin' the Line is groovy!

[@junglejim5785]

I agree with Carol Rundle. You 2 are my favorite reactors. Love your enthusiasm. God Bless.

[@stevenruvolo499]

crystal blue persuasion is also a awesome song by him you have to check out.

[@HeavyMetalBluegrass]

When I was 10 it was The Monkees. The next band I really dug a couple years later was Tommy James & The Shondells. So many great songs. Thanks for posting.

[@jettrink7510]

Tommy James is in the building...

[@christyarnold8215]

Thank you, you put a smile on my face every day 😃😃😃

[@jimdunagan4180]

ha you helped me find a song I lost...thank you.

[@beverlywest9779]

The only thing I enjoy more than the song, is your reaction. 💘

[@7748bassfisherman]

You two are DA BOMB!

[@donnabruhn6907]

You guys seem to really love Tommy James and the Shondells, huge in the 60's

[@rebeccarockchik6704]

I find myself saying "Whoa Nelly" just randomly now. 😆😆 ✌❤

[@gregorybrown3272]

This song was originally going to be his first solo record, but for some reason he wiped the vocal track, and brought in a local Detroit band to sing the vocals, they went all the way to #1 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5uqaqqBYqihY9E

[@bigglesharrumpher4139]

Great reaction, guys!!

[@cynthiacowan8422]

This was my song in high school! Loved it!

[@richardyeagerjr8200]

I think you guys would really enjoy.,.."Crystal Blue Persuasion"

[@denisebohar4338]

This brings back memories Tommy James was only 15years old when he started performing

[@saucefc]

Love your energy. Love your vibe. Keep it rollin' y'all!

[@tinatreitler9192]

One of my top fav songs from my childhood!! I was 9 ish...😊 Its a jammer!!!🤚😌

[@echopryme]

The dude shits gold records. 😂😂😂

[@susanthompson8962]

I saw Tommy James and the Shondells in concert back in 1975. They and Jay Black and The Americans, were the opening act for Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Great concert! Love your reactions!

[@Tonyoh.]

I think we're alone now, brings back memories of when I met my wife. Still together after 53 years.

[@richardjakubiszak1139]

I got a speeding ticket once driving to high school listening to this song

[@elegantirony78]

I love this song!

[@sharonpate5481]

My teen years! 🔥☮️❤️❤️👵🏼

[@freespirit21newyork]

I so appreciate 😊 you young folks Loving 💕 my generation of music 🎸🎹🙌🏼💖 Ya see back then 1971, my music had meaning in the lyrics, they used actual instruments and there was much more talented artists back then. This is my favorite song by Tommy 🎸 I was born in 1965 grew up in the late 60s and early 70s and 80s ✨💃🏼 and we call this music 🎸 psychedelic rock and soul fire ❤️‍🔥 But i got the EXTENDED version of this which is really psychedelic 💃🏼🎸❤️‍🔥 check it out 💕 Love & blessings to you both 💕

[@bodiespizza]

And there ain't nobody bustin' a cap! Good. Old. Days. We are not divided without nefarious outside interference. I'm thinking a LOVE tally would be a great addition to your channel. Every time LOVE or JOY, anything positive, is in a song it gets tallied up onscreen. Minds will be blown! When everyone starts listening to these songs and they see & feel the love the world changes. Change the world! Love

[@fancy4865]

Yes, play I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW!!!

[@gailsimmons5270]

You have to do Crystal Blue Persuasion. That is my favorite by them. It takes me back to the summer of 69 sitting on the steps of my great grandmother’s brownstone in NYC.😎 This song has such a vibe!

[@nkcbrazil]

Wow that’s cool I wonder how many of us NYC kids have stories about this song like me walking down the The street in Washington Heights Manhattan with two older friends singing this song on a beautiful summer morning heading to the park to play basketball.

[@nkcbrazil]

That’s Crystal Blue Persuasion of course!

[@gailsimmons5270]

@@nkcbrazil oh wow I am from the Heights. My great grandmother’s house was down by 179 and Amsterdam and I lived with my mother on 181 and Riverside.

[@nkcbrazil]

@Gail, small world isn’t it. I lived off Amsterdam in the 180’s, but use to go over to Riverside Park just south of the GW Bridge to play football. One of the unknown treasures we were lucky to have was Fort Tryon Park. Up there was the cool Medieval museum castle we use to play in too, back then it was free. Not many people still know of it today. Great place to grow up. Frankie Lymon was from the Heights although they mistakenly say he was from Harlem. They need to get into his music!

[@gailsimmons5270]

@@nkcbrazil yeah I used to hang in the park by the Cloisters all the time during the summer. I left the Heights a long time ago. NYC just wasn’t for me anymore and expensive to live. I still have family in New York but no one lives in the Heights anymore. I moved to Florida 32 years ago bought a house and now God willing in a few years I’ll be retiring from my job. I love my sunshine, beaches and margaritas😎

[@lorilxn1597]

I think is one of my favorites of theirs

[@jai07070]

Having grown up in the 60s, I'm a big fan of this music Era. My biggest complaint is that most songs were too short!

[@maryellenazack4466]

MIRAGE-TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS-'67 💫💫💫💫👏

[@kerryknight228]

Crimson and Clover is my fave.