The Official YouTube Channel of Tommy James and the Shondells
Tommy James has 23 gold singles, nine platinum albums and has sold over 100 million records worldwide. More than 300 artists have covered his songs, and his music is in 27 films to date, as well as in commercials and TV shows.
The ongoing demand for James' music has moved into the 21st century with the release of his catalog internationally, which is now being distributed worldwide through Allegro. He was lauded by BMI for his success with the presentation of five Million-Air Awards, recognizing the great popularity of his music.
The bestselling autobiography, "Me, the Mob and the Music," tells the story of Tommy James' tumultuous relationship with Morris Levy, the head of Roulette Records, a 'front' for the Genovese crime family in New York. It also provides a unique perspective on the history of popular rock and roll music. Rolling Stone magazine ranked the book among "The 25 Greatest Rock Memoirs Of All Time."