Tommy James & The Shondells - Draggin' The Line REACTION/REVIEW

[@KennyY-bh3zl]

One of the most underrated bands of the late '60s and early '70s. They had a mountain of hits including "Sweet Cherry Wine" (Fire!), "Crimson and Clover", "I Think We're Alone Now", "Mirage", "Mony Mony", "Tighter Tighter", "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Ball of Fire." Tommy James and the Shondells were offered to play the Woodstock Festival in '69, but they declined it, not realizing what a monumental event it would be. Not a great career move. A shame. I wear concert shirts almost every day, and all it takes is one person at the supermarket to say to me "Hey, great shirt!" and it makes my day.

[@UranusHz420]

Back in the mid 80s, when we used to make mix tapes, I wanted to put Crimson and Clover on one. So I bought a copy of Tommy James & the Shondells Greatest Hits at a used record store and it blew my mind. SO many great songs I’d heard and loved while growing up in the 70s and didn’t realize it was all Tommy James & the Shondells.

[@KennyY-bh3zl]

Tommy was a hit machine, for sure. @@UranusHz420

[@CynthiaWinter-c3o]

Like times 100!

[@shereesarvis6399]

It is about drugs...dragging the line

[@tombertolozzi6799]

Crimson and Clover, Crystal blue persuasion, sweet cherry wine. Go down that rabbit hole.

[@MN_Cozy]

Yes! All Three!!

[@cog4life]

I 2ND THAT!!!! TJ&S are great!!!

[@eddunn4121]

💯 %

[@memorast]

Yes all three!!!!❤❤

[@biancawilloughby9980]

There's something about the sound engineering and simple effects that is the icing on the cake of this perfect song.

[@RCullis47]

Tommy James/Tommy James & The Shondells are 1960's and early 1970's treasure. So many great hits. Many other people had hits with their songs. Tommy James also wrote hits for other bands too. They are an under-appreciated band. Definitely take a deep dive with them. So many great memories from my childhood.

[@maryellenazack4466]

CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUATION ✨️✨️✨️

[@bluesguy6380]

Tommy James songs always have a groove.Great bass too.

[@sherigrow6480]

He did a lot of really progressive stuff at the time. For better or worse, Tommy James and the Shondells are the soundtrack of my junior high years, when our parents moved us all over the country while they figured out whether to be divorced or not. Great music. Music IS a time machine.

[@echopryme]

One of the most overlooked men in Rock and Roll. 💯 Hell, take it all the way back to damned "Hanky Panky"! The dude was a hit factory!

[@gaijin5]

"I Think We're Alone Now", "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Crimson and Clover" 🔥🔥🔥

[@bapc3billneeley]

Crystal Blue Persuasion ♥️

[@ogmike7302]

Crystal Blue Persuasion is a track that makes everyone feel a certain good kind of way…..

[@watchbizmatik]

Yeah I definitely gotta check that one out

[@davidschecter5247]

Tommy James is one of THE great songwriters of the 1960s and beyond. He's still writing and performing and sounding as amazing as ever. One of the best pop writers in the rock era. And what a voice!

[@Jeff-jd3vl]

Pure 70s sound. I'm blessed because I grew up in the 70s and was surrounded by this music every day.

[@garyarnett1220]

Tommy James was mostly late 60s, into the early 70s. So many of his songs were covered later, "Crimson and Clover" (by Joan Jett), "I Think We're Alone Now", "Mony Mony" all hits in the 80s by others. And BIZ....yeah doing these is giving back, thanx Bro

[@christarpley6861]

This is my favorite song by them and actually this is the 60s

[@festidious2644]

The song was released by Tommy James (solo) in 1971. His group, The Shondells were a 60s band.

[@rghilino6734]

Should be in the Rock Hall of Fame. Tommy James music is amazing.

[@Muckraker980]

Crimson & Clover

[@freespirit21newyork]

Yeahs this song was very popular in 1971 going forward in the 70s i was only a 6 year old girl and remembered this playing throughout my childhood years My favorite by Tommy 🏆🙌🏼👑

[@alrivers2297]

Two other great ones are Crimson and Clover and Crystal Blue Persuasion. The second one has some cool deep lyrics

[@Gods_Will88]

Maybe one of THE MOST underrated bands of all time

[@marthayoung2308]

Thank you very much, Biz! I had forgotten about this band. So much great music from the 60's that still hasn't even been put out on YT, or anywhere else, but really needs to be, for all to enjoy! No, drug use in the 60's was NOWHERE near what's going on now! Exact opposite. People had to work and be productive, or starve! Parents were NOT letting their children mooch off of them, we were all taught to get out of parents' houses at 18 years old, because we were considered grown! Back then 18 year old's were drafted (my oldest brother was one of them) into the military, had no choice. Wasn't any of this, I'm just going to sit on my as$ and do nothing, live off my parents, and lie, cheat, steal from others, because of laziness! There was drug use, but NOT MASSIVE drug use back then.

[@watchbizmatik]

🤘🏿🤘🏿

[@rodweinmeyer1435]

One of the best bass riff intros

[@rammannawar1626]

Back in my day of the 70s-90s music was pure and simple about everyday life not like today’s music were they hardly can play their own music.

[@ed.z.]

Fantastic reaction to Tommy James. A worthy rabbit hole from the 60s and 70s. His full length versions of his hits, as suggested by other commenters, is rewarding. At first listen it may be confusing. And you are correct with a blunt and a glass of nice wine or a cool beer it’ll take you places.

[@thomaskelley1718]

That bass line is great, simple but effective

[@spikebeans9563]

Love his music. This is my favorite. Had his greatest hits CD. Thanks.

[@adam.4487]

O M G ! ! ! This one is SO VERY WORTH IT. Here I go chair dancing with my mind traveling back in time....LOL

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

It really is a great song. And you’re right. Small acts of kindness go far. You seem like a really kind person.

[@watchbizmatik]

Thank you

[@jemogan]

Tommy James was a very big deal with many hits and screaming girls and everything. He wrote a biography called Me, the Mob, and the Music. Turned out his 'record company' was actually the mob trying to cash in on this new rock music. Of course they knew very very little about being a record company which damaged his career a lot in spite of all of his hits. He experienced a resurgence in the 80's when some of his songs became hits for other new artists - Crimson and Clover by Joan Jett, I Think We're Alone Now by Tiffany was a huge hit, and Mony Mony by Billy Idol cemented his career as a rocker. My band does Draggin the Line (as well as some other Tommy James songs) and I'm always a little tickled to see how many people are singing along. Good, fun music.

[@festidious2644]

This is Tommy James as a solo artist. Everybody makes this mistake but if you lived through that time, it is a simple thing to know. He had a few good ones AFTER the Shondells but the best of his music was with his group which is very worthwhile checking out.

[@whoneedssantawhenthereisgr1724]

So great to hear this song many memories thank you!

[@vvcougar71]

This is a really great band with many hits. Great music, please dive into them.

[@MS-ro9dm]

I am to understand this is where, "tree-hugger" came from? Several singers/bands can thank Tommy for the covers they did of his songs that defined their careers.

[@aliciasaracino1233]

Your reactions are always honest and so much fun to watch. Much success to you.

[@watchbizmatik]

Thank you so much

[@kellyhilton2330]

Great song Biz , takes me back and I love it. You are on a roll with Great music. ❤thanks 😊

[@watchbizmatik]

Thanks 🙏🏿

[@smellygoatacres]

One of my all time favorites.

[@dennisflury6942]

Great Rabbit Hole, Mirage is my fav.

[@Sixwheelin]

The Anthology LP is the best compilation of the best hits by TJ and the Shondells. Go in this rabbit hole and yes, put on those headphones my brother!

[@fredmitchel1236]

Summer 71...I was going to camp...I was about 12...I never been away from home w/o family....Tommy & S...were on that bus radio...KTKT..99... In the end..had a great time..gone 7 days

[@LouisLarsen-f5o]

Dragging the line

[@robinmcpherson7981]

Remember skating to that song. I always crank it up when it comes on radio.

[@paulprendergast3184]

I saw Goose cover this beautiful song live last year and had forgotten all about it. People tend to focus on Crystal Blue Persuasion and Crimson and Clover when they think about Tommy James.

[@SartorialisticSavage65]

Tommy James was very underated. You ain't lying that this one hits hard. East Coast. 😉👌 Look these up: *I'm Alive *Pick Up *I Think We're Alone Now *Ball of Fire

[@bella-xp7qd]

Tommy is still touring. Can't wait to see him Aug 29th

[@randykasky7120]

You're a good man Biz. Great reaction. I believe the term "Dragging the line" was just another way of saying "Tooling along" I believe Tommy was simply singing about taking a little time out from life's routine with his best friend Sam to enjoy some of nature's solitude.

[@stevensprunger3422]

Wow if I haven’t heard this in forever I really forgot about that song it’s been so long since I heard and your reaction is incredible

[@larrywaters6127]

CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUATION.

[@denisemay6807]

Maybe that one song, “One Toke Over the Line” will shed some light on the meaning of THIS song for ya.

[@roccoalimo3063]

Brewer and Shipley!!

[@ronaldmillier9484]

love the bass in this song

[@Maggimae2367]

They were so good and so ahead of their time. Need to check out Nothing to Hide from Tommy James solo time plus Crimson and Clover actually it’s all good but Nothing to Hide is my fav

[@thor8580]

I here ya on giving and helping people that’s beautiful brother. Here’s some suggestions Crimson and clover, Crystal blue pure persuasion, Sweet cherry wine, Hanky lanky, I think we’re alone now, take your pick all 🔥🔥

[@beeseewill2407]

Thank you for helping to keep the music alive. Please react to Tommy James and the Shondells 60s tune Crystal Blue Persuasion"..

[@watchbizmatik]

You are welcome

[@loisrogers9042]

Wow! Haven't heard this in so long! Nice😊

[@davidmooney2512]

Do there first hit on Radio that got them going, song "Hanky Panky"

[@LoveTheVideo]

🥰Love your reaction! Just listen to their Greatest Hits.

[@watchbizmatik]

Thank you

[@terriertz5134]

Good tune. I always liked this song.

[@SaltyPirate71]

FWIW back then, the phrase "draggin' the line" meant to be slow and steady, one foot in front of the other, keep on keepin' on, to be pulling your end or pulling your weight.

[@ROKgem]

I watched a documentary about bubble gum music and they said it ended when Tommy James grew up.

[@Calmontheoutside]

These guys are classic 60s-70s (even though the band name sounds like a 1950s do-wop group).

[@victorjohnson7512]

Those were the 8-track tape days.

[@cog4life]

You’re right. Headphones are a must. 😁❤

[@watchbizmatik]

Facts

[@JohnNielsen-bd5ur]

Damn dude. You are posting lot's. ❤️ It

[@watchbizmatik]

Just trying to stay busy thanks for watching 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@davidmuma3235]

The song is about an outdoor job putting up electric power lines.

[@larrynorgaard5730]

Tommy says it's just working everyday, nothing mysterious...

[@williampenbeth4035]

Great band

[@2715bunky]

I recommend "Floggin' the Vine"

[@jimfrederick3907]

His whole catalog is greatness! See Kenny's comment below.

[@MN_Cozy]

Love Tommy James ❤ definitely worth it!!

[@kengunter6903]

Good song.

[@MotivatingInspiration]

A Very cool song

[@mso4433]

The title is also a drug reference. The lead singer was a fan.

[@randy-qf8pq]

it's all about being k with yourself, than all will be ok along the way

[@annasaylor3566]

Sweet cherry wine

[@Debcatawba]

Mony Mony I Think We’re Alone Now Mirage Sweet Cherry Wine

[@viewfromthehighchair9391]

If you want a funky beat (or a hundred of them), listen to David Essex "Rock On". Just make sure you have a top-notch stereo system or it won't be tight like it should be.

[@mikecappadocia5959]

you should check out The Zombies

[@pamelalee1508]

Yes !...the 60's were the time of new electronic experimentation..the music was tempered with pot or acid (acid rock was huge) and the musically minded created unheard avenues ...the 70's became more cultured in the new sounds..an example would be The Moody Blues...more orchestras..horns..The Electric Light Orchestra...flutes with Ian Anderson with Jethro Tull...even solo singers mixed cultures in their sounds..Tom Jones with Delilah had a mariachi sound (Mexican)..and he's Welsh !..lol...Stevie Wonder also added new sounds..same with many others... I'll close by saying my 70 years have been blessed to have heard the best modern music...such a shame we can't just dump it all at once into newer listener's head..though it looks like y'all are doing your best to catch up...😉👍...🌿🌿🌿

[@indyjam1404]

Please react to "Crystal blue persuasion" and " Crimson and clover". Thanks

[@georgepiattoni6003]

Here is a nice updated version of the song - Tommy J. still has the voice - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZW5m2p8rrSojtk and kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGakiWChq5mEaq8

[@guyturbide6348]

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Love your reaction to The song May I suggest another great song by "St.paul and the broken bones " Song is 🎵 Grass is Greener 🎵🎶🎵 From the video >>Vinyl session

[@marybalestraci6157]

Old school.

[@gaijin5]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@shellygill5029]

Check out their song Crystal Blue Persuation Dragon's The Line is a great song. Some different musical sounds going on in it. ( lots of LSD hellucinagen drugs in this era ....Cloud Nine and Psychadellic Shack by the Temptations for example)

[@MN_Cozy]

Yes! Crystal Blue!!

[@janetnadeau690]

They are fantastic! Check 'em out!

[@marksanders8028]

Great song.

[@LouisLarsen-f5o]

Drsggin the line ment snoring coke cain 😮😊😂

[@ROKgem]

💃💃💃

[@timbriere2325]

Funky stoner pop at it’s finest. He also produced Tighter,Tighter by Alive N’ Kickin and it’s a groovy thing.

[@stevensprunger3422]

Oh yeah one thing about blunt drug use back in the 70s you could be thrown in jail for it

[@ronaldgines171]

Smoking a blunt, listening to this song........ How are you seeing what I'm doing Biz ?????...... I can't figure it out.....Maybe because I'm smoking a blunt.

[@watchbizmatik]

I’m watching you that’s how 👀😂😂

[@ronaldgines171]

@@watchbizmatik BIZZZZZZZZZ!!!!! Your Santa, He see's you when your sleeping......... I've been good SantaBiz... I want a new Ferrari, lots of money, and a stacked 40 something girlfriend.

[@itchyandred4131]

Gotta have the schlyrics! Can you dig it ✌️

[@watchbizmatik]

I Dig It

[@gaijin5]

☮️❤️🔥🔥🔥🎶🎵🎶...😏

[@yromedotson5973]

drag racing

[@SirWrecksy]

You ever hear the phrase "towing the line"? which means conform and behave Well this dude's dragging it

[@steveshattah]

If you want to dive into the catalog you got to be real choosy. There's a lot of junk mixed in with the gold.

[@albertchavez2693]

i heard it is about cocaine dragging some lines?

[@marcuswood5975]

T.j. only made hits