Tommy Roe - '60s Star With "Sheila", “Everybody”, "Dizzy", "Sweet Pea", "Hooray For Hazel", "Jam Up And Jelly Tight"!
Episode Notes
Tommy Roe has been called the Father of Bubblegum rock. In the 1960s he had 27 Top 100 hits including 6 in the Top 10, with “Sheila” and “Dizzy” reaching #1. A string of additional hits followed including “Everybody”, “Sweet Pea”, "Hooray For Hazel” and “Jam Up And Jelly Tight”. He toured with the Beatles and in Dick Clark’s revue, and he was on TV shows like “Where The Action Is”, “Hullabaloo” and “Green Acres”.
My featured song is “Hey Jake” from the album East Side Sessions by my band, Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.
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Tommy and I discuss the following:
1963 UK tour with The Beatles
Trying to get the Beatles signed to ABC Records
Writing “Sheila” and recording it in one take
Demo for the McCoys
Dick Clark tours
Where The Action Is - Freddie Cannon song
His new album “From Here To Here”
Songfest:
“Sheila”
"Everybody"“Dizzy”
“Sweet Pea”
Hooray For Hazel
Jam Up And Jelly Tight
“BOBBY M AND THE PAISLEY PARADE” is Robert’s new album. Featuring 10 songs and guest appearances by John Helliwell (Supertramp), Tony Carey (Rainbow) and international sitar sensation Deobrat Mishra. Produced by Tony Carey. Called "ALBUM OF THE YEAR!" by Indie Shark and “One of the great rock sets of the year!” by Big Celebrity Buzz. "Catchy and engaging with great tunes!" - Steve Hackett (Genesis)
"This album has life and soul!" - John Helliwell (Supertramp)
"Bobby M rocks!" - Gary Puckett (Union Gap)
"Nice cool bluesy album!" - Jim McCarty (The Yardbirds)
"Robert really really really rocks!" - Peter Yarrow (Peter Paul & Mary)
"Great songs. Great performances. It's a smash!" - David Libert (The Happenings)
Click here for all streaming links. Download here.
Other releases by Robert and Project Grand Slam:
“LIVE AT STEELSTACKS” is the 5-song EP by Robert and his band, Project Grand Slam. The release captures the band at the top of their game and shows off the breadth, scope and sound of the band. The EP has been highly praised by musicians and reviewers alike.
“Captivating!” Elliott Randall (Steely Dan)
“PGS burns down the house!” Tony Carey (Rainbow)
“Full of life!” Alan Hewitt (The Moody Blues)
“Virtuoso musicians!” (Melody Maker)
“Such a great band!” (Hollywood Digest)
The album can be streamed on Spotify, Amazon, Apple and all the other streaming platforms, and can be downloaded at The PGS Store.
“ALL OF THE TIME” is Robert’s single by his band Project Grand Slam. It’s a playful, whimsical love song that's light and airy and exudes the happiness and joy of being in love.
“Pure bliss…An intimate sound with abundant melodic riches!” Melody Maker/5 Stars)
“Ecstasy…One of the best all-around bands working today!” (Pop Icon/5 Stars)
“Excellence…A band in full command of their powers!” (Mob York City)
Watch the video here. You can stream “All Of The Time” on Spotify, Apple or any of the other streaming platforms. And you can download it here.
“THE SHAKESPEARE CONCERT” is the album by Robert’s band, Project Grand Slam, recorded "live" in the studio. It’s been praised by Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad), Jim Peterik (Ides Of March), Joey Dee (Peppermint Twist), Elliott Randall (Steely Dan) and Sarah Class (British composer). Reviews: “Perfection!”, “5 Stars!”, “Thrilling!”, and “A Masterpiece!”. The album can be streamed on Spotify, Apple and all the other streaming services. You can watch the Highlight Reel HERE. And you can purchase a digital download or autographed CD of the album HERE.
“THE FALL OF WINTER” is Robert’s single in collaboration with legendary rocker Jim Peterik of the Ides Of March and formerly with Survivor. Also featuring renowned guitarist Elliott Randall (Steely Dan/Doobie Brothers) and keyboard ace Tony Carey (Joe Cocker/Eric Burden). “A triumph!” (The Indie Source). “Flexes Real Rock Muscle!” (Celebrity Zone). Stream it on Spotify or Apple. Watch the lyric video here. Download it here.
FOLLOW YOUR DREAM HANDBOOK is Robert's Amazon #1 Bestseller. It’s a combination memoir of his unique musical journey and a step by step how-to follow and succeed at your dream. Available on Amazon and wherever books are sold.
Audio production:
Jimmy Ravenscroft
Kymera Films
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