Fan Fare
Here’s where you’ll find TJ photos and stories that don’t fit into any other categories. It is, as its name says, just for fans — and, hopefully, for fun.
Cathy
Friday, September 23rd, 2005My first Tom Jones concert was in late August 1990. I had been a fan for many years before that but had never seen him live. So, when I was 8 1/2 months pregnant my husband and I ventured from Southern Ontario to Melody Fair in Tonawanda New York.
But for a few frustrations along the way it was an all-around wonderful night — dinner and Tom. There was a Customs Officer who I thought mocked us when we said we were going to see Tom. I got angry and said, “You want to see the tickets?” He laughed
and said, “No, have a good time.” As we were driving away I heard him It’s Not Unusual. I grinned at him.
My second frustration came when, just before Tom was ready to come out, I had to use the restroom, which was separate from the theatre. On the way back ran into a line of rather large men who I quickly realized were creating a protective walkway for Tom to the theatre. Unfortunately I didn’t even see Tom’s head and missed the very beginning of the show.
After settling into my seat I realized very quickly that I was very happy to be there. Tom was amazing. He sounded as good if not better than he had on the albums I had at home. I can’t remember what he sang that night but it was all wonderful. My husband really came to appreciate Tom and “the voice” that night.
Since then we’ve been to many more concerts and have never been disappointed! As a bonus, I’ve found it’s always fun to be with other people who love and appreciate Tom the way I do.
Oh, and by the way, my daughter Rebecca, now15, is a big fan, too!
