A Local's Las Vegas, Fan Fare, Things We Like, What's New, Pussycat?
In the five or so years since I’ve been here, I’ve learned to appreciate Las Vegas — its variety, the mix of people, great restaurants, the easy access to entertainment and we don’t even mind the climate.
Since so many of you come here to see Tom, I thought I’d share some of our favorite people and places and link you to some interesting attractions in case you want to do a bit of exploring between shows. I’ve linked to many of the places I talk about so it’s easier for you to check them out.
If you have anything to add, please do and, if you choose to go someplace we recommend based on our recommendation, please let us know what you thought of it. We’ll be adding more very often.
And, to stay up-to-date with the local community — especially if you are considering a move here — check out Vegas Community Online. Our friend Marleen Marino has the best community site in the city — no cheesy gossip, just lots of news and columns that cover every facet of life here. Check it out!
— Ellen & Ursula
Did You Miss This? Tom Jones, Jools Holland, “Don’t You Kiss My Cheek”
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009
On September 7, 2002, Tom and Jools Holland recorded a song they co-wrote called Don’t You Kiss My Cheek.
It was included on the CD called More Friends: Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.
Also on the CD are Norah Jones, Bryan Ferry, Dionne Warwick, Hhrissie Hynde, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Robert Plant, Jeff Beck, Marianne Faithfull, George Benson and Bono.
You can listen to samples and, even, buy it by clicking here.
On Holland’s 2003 New Year’s Eve Hootenanny, Tom sang the song with Jools Holland on piano, Dave Swift on bass. You can watch it in the TJI.com Video Library.
June 3rd, 2009 at 2:23 pm
How could I miss that one?? Love it – my kind of music – thanks for posting and “don’t you kiss my cheek”
June 4th, 2009 at 1:40 am
For some reason I did’nt expect it to be so up-beat, and I just loved it!