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Tom Jones At The MGM: How’s He Doing?
Monday, March 23rd, 2009
It’s Monday morning in Las Vegas and, contrary to the trend of late, last week was a very busy one here. Trouble in Mexico caused an uptick in Spring breakers in Las Vegas and March Madness (national college basketball finals games) caused an uptick in visitors who want to be here where the sports book (betting) action is. So, show tickets were selling better than ever. Yes, last-minute tickets are available, but they tend to be in the back of the house.
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Undoubtedly bouyed by the success of his CD, the great reception the songs from it get at his show and by the success of the Comic Relief CD — to which his contribution went a long way toward raising millions of pounds — Sir Tom is on fire! Energetic, happy and with a voice in tip-top shape — still, in so many ways a man in his prime.
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We’ve been onto other topics for the last two days but, be assured, everyone who visits this site wants to share your experiences at Tom’s show. Please post a review or a comment.
Note: Sorry about the color on the photo. The stage lights played a big role in making it odd.
March 23rd, 2009 at 7:55 am
I see Tom all the time but it’s been a long time since I’ve seen him this excited onstage. The new material is being received very well and the crowds are enthusiastic. He is just amazing!
March 23rd, 2009 at 8:21 am
Well, I’m sitting at a workshop, have my laptop on (don’t tell my boss), and just took a deep breath when I saw that picture! Yowsa-what a great way to start a week that will end with seeing Sir Tom at the MGM–Thanks Ellen for getting my engine running!
March 23rd, 2009 at 10:14 am
Thanks Ellen for starting our week off with a bang. To all you lucky people “enjoy TJ and have a wonderfule time in LV!” Hope TJ keeps it up until his May LV gig.
March 23rd, 2009 at 10:17 am
SO WONDERFUL TO HEAR THAT HE SEEMS TO BE IN SUCH GOOD SPIRITS AND THAT THE CROWD IS LOVING HIM
I DOUBT IF I WILL MAKE VEGAS THIS YEAR UNLESS SOMETHING WONDERFUL LIKE WINNING A LOTTERY HAPPENS – LOL
THANKS FOR ALL THE UPDATES ON TOM
March 23rd, 2009 at 11:32 am
Thanks for the very sexy picture of the Silver fox. Sure peps up a Monday. I was all for him getting rid of those old black shirts, but with that beautiful white jacket and more buttons undone so we can again see his cross, that old black shirt suddenly looks pretty good! Hope he continues this wardrobe change when he gets here to Florida.
March 23rd, 2009 at 11:47 am
Hi to everyone who was there for the past 3 nights at the MGM. Me and my sister Dani had an AMAZING TIME. Two out of three nights we sat directly in front of Tom. FANTASTIC. He looked and sounded brilliant. The band were cool and we loved the set list. I loved thatTtom performed my favorite song Never from the new album. I’m just at the airport waiting for my flight home. We are both still buzzing from seeing Tom. Hi to everyone we met over the past few days. — Lots of love Kel and Dan x
March 23rd, 2009 at 1:29 pm
OMG and I thought I can get away from the Spring Breakers, hahaha – Great pic Ellen – Mr. Jones looks delicious in white – hair and jacket
March 23rd, 2009 at 3:15 pm
Great to hear and see Tom is in such top form .
March 23rd, 2009 at 3:41 pm
I have said it before and I’ll say it again Sir Tom is unstopable! Ellen he belongs in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame; we need to get a campaign started! Thanks for the picture, a Monday WOW factor. TJ you’ll always be a handsome hunk.
March 23rd, 2009 at 4:57 pm
Diane: There will be a campaign….but not a messy public one because, according to what we’ve heard, those type of campaigns and petitions do not work. If and when anything happens we’ll let you know. If you have an idea you’d like to share, please email me.. Please do not post them. Thanks.
March 24th, 2009 at 3:58 am
Looks like everyone is enjoying Tom at the MGM,Hope I get to see him there one day.As for the campaign,I hope you have better luck than me.I,v been trying to get Tom freedom of the borough of Pontypridd and a plaque for years to no avail.
March 24th, 2009 at 4:26 am
I was supposed to go to the MGM in May but now it’s been pushed up to August – 4 nights with Tom – can’t wait. Has anyone seen the new TV ad for Tropicana Low Sugar Orange Juice? Yup, it’s our man singing “She’s a Lady”. I’ve heard it the last 2 mornings around 7:20 as I’m leaving for work. Nice way to start the day!
March 24th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Susanne PDX -I also share your hopes that TJ keeps it up until his May LV gigs
March 24th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
OMG. Sugar Daddy on the setlist???? He must be reading some of our posts. Ive got another present for him when he gets here. Hope he saves that white jacket for the Hard Rock Orlando. I MUST see it LIVE. MMMMM delicious!
March 25th, 2009 at 10:04 pm
I Have seen him many times in Vegas but most recently at the House of Blues In Anaheim California. I adore the Grey Hair. The Orange County Register wrote a great article about him which was published on this website. I especially love the title of the article ” A LION ROARS.” YES that describes him perfectly as he is the Ultimate performer. I am waiting for August in Vegas!!!!