B.J. Thomas LIVE

B.J. Thomas LIVE

B.J. Thomas LIVE

ASIN: B0002SU9ZG

Track Listings
 
1. Two Car Garage
2. New Looks From An Old Lover
3. No Love At All
4. The Eyes Of A New York Woman
5. Whatever Happened To Old Fashioned Love
6. Most Of All
7. Rock And Roll Lullaby
8. I Just Can't Help Believing
9. Hooked On A Feeling
10. Mama
11. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
12. Band Introduction
13. Don't Worry Baby
14. Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
15. Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head
16. As Long As We've Got Each Other (Theme from 'Growing Pains')
17. Back Against The Wall

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
With over 70 million records sold, BJ's vocal versatility is as apparent today as it was when he recorded his first hit in 1967, "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry".

Since the mid-1960s, BJ Thomas has become one of the most recognized and respected voices of the American musical landscape. He has impacted many areas of popular music with 15 Top 40 pop hits, 10 Top 40 country hits, 5 Grammys, 2 Dove awards and 15 Gold and Platinum Records. He is the only artist to successfully move to the top of three music genres not as a crossover and also have crossover success.

"As a singer," BJ states, "I have the chance to lift the spirits of the audience and make them feel good, at least for the evening."

It's an attitude people have noticed. Fans frequently approach BJ to thank him for the impact of his songs ranging from the mega hit "Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head" to country smashes like "New Looks From An Old Lover." BJ's music is testimony to the fact he is a survivor. He has overcome personal adversity and addiction as well as weathered professional storms to emerge musically stronger than ever.

Billy Joe Thomas, nick-named BJ by his baseball coach at age 10, was born in Hugo, Oklahoma, and grew up in Houston, Texas. He moved with his family to Rosenberg, Texas at age 15 and was a "charming, energetic cut-up", according to his friends. BJ was a member of his high school and church choirs. As a teenager, he developed a passion for R&B. As his passion grew, he began sneaking into nightclubs to hear blues legend Bobby "Blue" Bland. At the age of 15, BJ joined a local Houston rock band, the Triumphs. Early influences range from Ernest Tubb to Jackie Wilson and Little Richard.

BJ made his biggest local splash as lead singer for the Triumphs, a six-piece rock and roll band that started out playing at dances and a Saturday morning radio show. The Triumphs became one of the biggest acts in Texas, opening at the Houston Coliseum for headliners like Roy Orbison, the Dave Clark Five and the Four Tops.

The Triumphs' first album was recorded in Beaumont. They released several well-received local singles. In 1965 the band went into the studio to record an album of vintage rock and roll. They needed one song to finish the project. BJ recalled his father had told him, "Don't come back unless you record something country". With that in mind, BJ suggested Hank Williams' I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry. It was recorded at 5 a.m. after an all night session.

Reflecting on his childhood, BJ recalls a major turning point in his life. "I remember seeing Hank Williams with my father," he says. "He was unbelievable that night. He came out on stage and he was feeling good. I remember him getting on his knees and playing the guitar. I'll never forget the look on my daddy's face at that show. I guess that's the night I decided I was going to communicate with my daddy through the music he loved. It was the only way I could communicate with him."

The Triumphs took the new album to Houston DJs who picked up on I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry and made it a regional hit. The record's producer leased the master tape of the single to New York's Scepter Records, who had access to such acts as the Shirelles and the Isley Brothers. The album went to number four on the national pop charts and sold more than a million copies - several other bands had already attempted to cover the song, but were unsuccessful.

By 1968, he had recorded four gold records. The first three hits were The Eyes Of a New York Woman, Hooked on a Feeling and It's Only Love. Followed by Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head. Labelmate Dionne Warwick, who'd been working with the Burt Bacharach/Hal David songwriting team, recommended BJ for Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head which was written for the motion picture Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid.

"I was in the right place at the right time," BJ says, "and I probably got their best song ever." Raind

Product Description
The incredible sound of BJ Thomas is available once again from the stage. The first live recording in more than 25 years from the legendary BJ Thomas. 70 million albums and 5 Grammys later, experience magic of a BJ Thomas LIVE show with 16 of your favorite BJ Thomas hits.

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The Best of B.J. Thomas Gospel: Live
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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ASIN: B0009Q0EQK
Release Date: 2005-07-12

Tracks:

  1. Old Rugged Cross
  2. Just A Closer Walk With Thee
  3. Would They Love Him Down In Shreveport
  4. Home Where I Belong
  5. Happy Man
  6. Amazing Grace
  7. What A Difference You've Made In My Life
  8. Doctor God
  9. Mighty Clouds Of Joy
  10. Jesus Hearted People

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The Best of BJ Thomas Gospel, Live.......2007-03-13

This was my absolute favorite of BJ's collection - especially the "Old Ruggged Cross" and "Amazing Grace" along with "Just a Closer Walk With Thee." God is first in my life and I love praising Him most. The spiritual music gives me most joy although I enjoy BJ's older songs, these songs bring peace to my soul. I pray that BJ lives the words of the songs he sings on this CD and you also. God Bless you.

4 out of 5 stars The Best of B.J. Thomas Gospel: Live.......2007-01-09

Very good, but not greatly inspirational.


Blessings to Amazon!

1 out of 5 stars Disappointing.......2005-08-27

I have always loved B. J. Thomas' rendition of Mighty Clouds of Joy, but this Live album and its jazzy version of traditional songs was a huge disappointment. So much so that I returned the CD after hearing most of it. Having heard the previous versions of the same songs by B. J., I can say that this CD and its renditions have not aged well.
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          Release Date: 2004-07-27

          Tracks:

          1. Two Car Garage
          2. New Looks From An Old Lover
          3. No Love At All
          4. The Eyes Of A New York Woman
          5. Whatever Happened To Old Fashioned Love
          6. Most Of All
          7. Rock And Roll Lullaby
          8. I Just Can't Help Believing
          9. Hooked On A Feeling
          10. Mama
          11. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
          12. Band Introduction
          13. Don't Worry Baby
          14. Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
          15. Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head
          16. As Long As We've Got Each Other (Theme from 'Growing Pains')
          17. Back Against The Wall

          Album Description

          The incredible sound of BJ Thomas is available once again from the stage. The first live recording in more than 25 years from the legendary BJ Thomas. 70 million albums and 5 Grammys later, experience magic of a BJ Thomas LIVE show with 16 of your favorite BJ Thomas hits.

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          6. California Skin
          7. Canadian [Import]
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          10. Country Freedom 43

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