Tom Jones 1992. “I was propositioned by Joe Meek.” Tom talks about the “gay mafia” in British pop.

[@lynnkowalla1315]

Some people act like if you dont want or accept gay propositions then you're anti-gay. That is a bs twist.

[@JoeElvis2009]

It is

[@davidpar2]

It’s a predatory flex

[@mikecondy6010]

I got spat on in Glasgow a few years ago for not wanting to dance with a 6'4 "trans" person. Not very inclusive I thought.

[@virginiaviola5097]

Freddie Mercury wrote Death On Two Legs about someone within the music industry..and most certainly Freddie was groomed at some point, which ended his relationship with Mary, and eventually his life too.

[@JoeElvis2009]

Great observation

[@mikecondy6010]

Death on 2 Legs was written expressly about their first manager who absolutely screwed the band and left them almost penniless, despite being successful by 1975. Can't remember the name of the manager off hand, but I remember a Brian May interview where he talks about the track and story behind it. Apparently Roger broke a drum stick and he received an irate letter from the record company that such breakages will not be tolerated. 😅

[@jazztheglass6139]

I read that the manager/agent Larry Parnes was the other gay godfather of the music scene.

[@JoeElvis2009]

That seems to be true

[@HercGem]

Interesting interview-it may explain why most of the songs Tom recorded for Joe Meek were never released-one song called Little Lonely One was released after It's Not Unusual went big in 1965 and peaked at #42 on the US Billboard Hot 100(it was not released in the UK).

[@thejoejacksoninterviews4207]

Could be Meek was angry at being rejected by Tom.

[@dimitargeskovski6601]

in 1963 Tommy Scott & Senators was recorded several track's with Joe Meek arrangement; Unfortunately, Meek put the tape in drawer and released them later in 1965 .. Chills And Fever / Baby I'm In Love was released in Nov 1965 on Tower 190, only in USA...

[@christinebachor6663]

❤️🙏😎🎶🍾🥂👏🏻💋

[@robdore500]

This is not 1964 voice of TJ, at that time his voice sound higher and more British accent.

[@JoeElvis2009]

No one said it was. It says in the tile 'Tom Jones 1992.'

[@christinebachor6663]

This interview occurred in 1992

[@chrisjarvis4449]

its there thing they can do be twine them self's what they want ! but being they don't [ can't ] have kids they recruit ! and that i don't like !

[@pl434]

Hey Joe.........well, to a real fan of Sir Tom, we don't give a flying flip if he is gay or not. At least, not me. He is talent through and through-that is what matters-his voice, how he treats others and overall talent. In m opinion, what one does behind closed doors is their own business. Who cares? Sir Tom wrote in his autobiography that he was propositioned by Meek in London , and others (co-workers) in Wales. Such is life.......you go on and if that meant he would have to follow through with the propositions to get a record deal, then he would have to decide it that was something he would do in his ethics and morals. I am not upset with you, but publishing this sort of sensationalism perpetuates stereotypes, I feel. If you are a true fan, I would take this down, as in the interview Sir Tom refers to homosexuality as a "problem", which today, I don't think Sir Tom would say those same words. This could backfire for Sir Tom and cause "explaining", on Sir Tom's part. Just my humble opinion. Thanks, Joe and continued success to you. Cheers.

[@JoeElvis2009]

Thanks for the lengthy reply, but I see no need to remove the podcast - Tom clarifies his position before the podcast ends and we do address the broader issue of pressure being put on singers at the and how it almost made heim decide to quit!

[@pl434]

@@JoeElvis2009 Yes, of course removing the podcast would be your prerogative-no question. And yes, he did say that he almost decided to go back to Wales. Just stating my opinion.....thanks for the upload. I guess we fans can get a bit defensive.......lol. Continued success, Joe. Cheers

[@ShannonLee1956]

I think it's good to hear such things. We are living in a time where people are so quick to hide or take down anything that might ruffle a few feathers than hear the truth as it was at the time, erasing history one might say. As you said if one is a fan of Tom's or anyone's work it should not make a difference what these entertainer's opinions or beliefs are or were.

[@nickjohnson710]

@@pl434 your a idiot.......asking for it to be taken down, who are you the KZbin gestapo!!!

[@pl434]

@@nickjohnson710 No, not the KZbin gestapo, just voicing my opinion. I have one, too, right?? You are actually the idiot for revealing your true colors. Have a great day, mate. Buh bye.