Rumor Or Reality? Truth Or Made-Up Story? Tom Wants Simon Cowell’s Job? Really? He Merely Said “A” Judge
Wednesday, January 18th, 2012Great News! With 13,000,000 people taking time to make their feelings heard, Congress dropped those noxious internet bills. Here’s the story. Thanks to all who participated!
FRIDAY, JANUAY 21: From The Hollywood Reporter:
Etta James, Legendary R&B Singer, Dies at 73
The soulful artist battled personal demons throughout her six-decade career headlined by her signature ballad “At Last.”
Moderator’s Note: Etta James wrote the foreword to a book called Heart & Soul: A Celebration of Black Music Style in America 1930-1975 and said in that, “I think Ruth Brown had the biggest influence on me. She had those beautiful, big doe eyes nd that lipstick that came up and over her lips like Carmen Miranda and those curls that hung way down. I used to say to myself ‘I’m going to be just like Ruth…’” When I bought the book (along with a copy of it for Ruth) it was so nice to read that. Bonnie Raitt (below) was also a very dear friend of Ruth’s. Ms. Raitt sure knows her blues!
The Hollywood Reporter quoted Bonnie Raitt about Etta James: “She can be so raucous and down one song and then break your heart with her subtlety and finesse the next,” Bonnie Raitt once told Rolling Stone magazine, which three years ago ranked James No. 22 on its list of the 100 top singers of all time. “As raw as Etta is, there’s a great intelligence and wisdom in her singing.”
In response to those who asked, TJI has heard from solid sources that The Voice will begin in March and will be broadcast on Saturday nights. Not positive, but I’ll let you know when more info comes in. Word is that Tom “looked great, but nervous.” (Saturday night is an odd time slot, as that’s the night when television viewing is at its lowest.)
If you haven’t heard them, be sure to go to the story below and hear all of the versions of Delilah. It’s fun and, once again, proves that regardless of who has the title at the moment, Sir Tom Jones is The Voice.
And, a wish to have a terrific time to the TJI friends going to any of the eight recordings of The Voice being done today through Friday and Saturday and Sunday. Check the Applause Store for availability of the free tickets.
Another half-true/half cheesy story from a British tabloid. Tom never said he’s “plotting” to get Simon’s job. It’s difficult to believe that he’d be that mean-spirited. In another context, saying one person is “plotting” against another when it’s not true, it is actionable. You’d think the tabloids in the UK would have learned from the News of the World debacle. Tom being “a” judge doesn’t mean Simon can’t also be on the show. And, failing that, he can always come to the US to do The X Factor, The Voice or, perhaps, take the next available seat on the American Idol panel. If this story gets picked up by other news outlets that say Tom wants Cowell’s job — and it definitely will — watch for a denial from OFFICIAL TomJones — a wise thing to do as there’s no reason to get Cowell annoyed (even though he probably knows it’s a silly story.) And, did he say he’d “like” to be a judge or that he’d “love” to be a judge. The story says both. Maybe that’s because it took two minds to write it.
SIR TOM JONES PLOTS TAKEOVER OF SIMON’S ROLE
Tom Jones says he would love to be a judge on The X Factor
Daily Star 18th January 2012 By Jessica Brown with Sonja Stephen
WELSH sex god Tom Jones says he would love to be a judge on The X Factor.
Sir Tom, 71, has just landed a judging role on new BBC talent show The Voice, but he’s also got his eye on Simon Cowell’s seat over at ITV.
Sex bomb Tom told us: “I would like to be a judge on The X Factor for sure.
“These talent shows are a good thing, but only as long as the kids are treated properly.
“They go straight in at the deep end and are not ready for it.
“That’s my only fear.”
Sir Tom is set to be a judge on The Voice alongside Jessie J, 23, frontman for The Script Danny O’Donoghue, 31, and Black Eyed Peas’ Will.I.Am, 36.
The veteran singer revealed the high points of his life include being asked to play James Bond and splashing his cash on a Roller.
He told us: “When I was younger I was suggested for James Bond and it would have been a pretty easy part to fall into, but it didn’t happen.
“The highlight of my career was being knighted – that was my biggest achievement.
“Also, I guess, owning my first Rolls-Royce. I bought a Rolls when I made my first million.
“It’s a great car and to own a Rolls-Royce was a real statement for me.”
He added: “Life has been good to me. I’ve had a lot of success – whether it be in one of the pubs in Wales or one of the working men’s clubs.
“I was having a lot of fun then, so it’s great to be appreciated for something that you do.”
Ahh, we love Tom Jones – what a ledge.
And, from the same testament to excellence in journalism, comes:
JESSIE J seems more concerned with Welsh legend Tom Jones’s diet than her chart-topping success.
The Domino star and the veteran hip swinger have teamed up as judges on new BBC music show The Voice.
But rather than compare vibratos, Jessie, 23, can’t wait to see if Sir Tom, 71, is still on the Caveman Diet which helped him shed pounds last year.
The triple BRITs nominee told me: “I get to hang out with Tom Jones soon. We’re going to dinner together. I’m just looking forward to seeing what he orders, to see what he eats.
“Is he a no-carbs man? Does he just have soup or salad?”
Moderator’s Note: Jessie J is good. Saw her several days ago on one of the late-night shows. Considering what she’s said too often about where she pees, I was surprised that I enjoyed her music.

















