TOM JONES TO ROCK ALBURY WODONGA!
Media Release
November 29 2009
TOM JONES
TO ROCK ALBURY WODONGA!
ALL SAINTS ESTATE, RUTHERGLEN – SATURDAY MARCH 13
With special guest David Campbell
Albury Wodonga – hold on to your hats!! One of music’s most-loved and celebrated stars SIR
TOM JONES will headline the next ‘a day on the green’ concert at All Saints Estate,
Rutherglen.
Tom will be the first international artist to headline the popular ‘a day on the green’ event at All
Saints Estate since it launched there in January 2004 and will be THE biggest concert ever held
in the region.
Reserved seating, General Admission tickets and Concert & Dining packages for the Saturday
March 13 event will be on sale on Monday December 7 from ticketmaster.com.au & 136 100.
And in a special offer to mark the release of Tom’s new album “24 Hours”, for a limited time only
the ticket price will include a free copy of the album.
In his native Wales, he is known as "Jones the Voice". Today, he is one of the enduring
personalities in the music entertainment business. His unique vocal power, ability and
charismatic persona make him one of the most respected, admired and loved performers in
modern popular music.
Tom has sustained his popularity for more than four decades. Born Thomas Jones Woodward in
Pontypridd, South Wales, Great Britain on June 7, 1940, his father worked the coalmines of the
Rhondda Valley, while his mother tended the house and the two children. After marrying at 17,
Tom went on to sign with Decca Records in London.
Tom has a fundamental interest in a wide range of musical expression. Although he is best
known for hits including Kiss, Delilah and If I Only Knew he is first and foremost a rocker with a
true rhythm and blues soul. Tom was involved in Martin Scorsese’s Red White & Blues series,
in 2000 he released the multi-million seller Reload, the most successful album of his career, and
in 2004 an album of big band songs with Jools Holland in the UK.
His 40-year career has seen highlights including receiving a BRIT Award for Outstanding
Contribution to Music, a Silver Clef Award for Lifetime Achievement and appearing as himself in
‘The Simpsons’. Other film roles have included parts in ‘Mars Attacks!’ and ‘Agnes Brown’.
Tom was knighted by Her Majesty the Queen in 2006 and enjoys a consistent touring schedule
throughout the year. His latest musical offering, “24 Hours” (Liberator December 4 2009), and
was co-written by Tom himself – with many of the tracks being an insightful reflection of his life
thus far. The album also includes “Sugar Daddy” which was specially penned for Tom by U2’s
Bono, and a re-make of Bruce Springsteen’s “The Hitter”.
Tom Jones is renowned for the quality of his live performance.
“Few performers can keep up with Tom Jones. His sold out show....left little doubt that Jones is
a man who knows how to live. Screaming females don’t dominate his audience
nowadays....there seemed to be as many guys on hand looking to absorb a bit of his mojo.”
(Boston Herald)
“The audience—a mix of ages and seemingly spanning the spectrum from true believers to
ironists—was eager to be taken for a ride, or maybe be just run over. And so we were. Wham,
bam, thank you, sir!!’’ (Vanity Fair)
“Jones’ show is remarkable for its sheer relentlessness... But this is not an oldies show [and] his
voice is as powerful as ever, maybe more so. [He] gives the people what he knows they want—
but on his time and his terms. When it’s all over, you leave knowing you’ve been in the still-vital
presence of the real lion king.” (Las Vegas Sun)
Tom last visited Australia in 2005 for a joint tour with John Farnham, but this will be his first
headline tour in 10 years. Tom has always enjoyed popularity in Australia and with an enviable
live concert reputation that spans generations, tickets for the tour will be in hot demand!
Special guest support artist will be David Campbell. This multi-talented performer has featured
on television programs, starred in musical theatre, devised his own cabaret shows in New York,
recorded two Top 10 multi platinum albums and sold out concerts from coast to coast.
David’s platinum album 'Keep On Lovin'' has just been re-released as a special Tour Edition,
which comprises the original CD, five never before released tracks including 'White Christmas'
and live footage from the 'Good Lovin'' DVD. Like Tom Jones, David loves nothing better than
being on stage and is an absolute perfect addition to the concert!
Melbourne’s acclaimed Wolfgramm Sisters will be opening the shows. Well-known as brilliant
live backing vocalists, they have graced the stage with everyone from JET and Ross Wilson, to
the Rockwiz and Countdown Spectaculars. The girls have just released their self-titled debut
album, a collection of stomping early seventies and sixties classics.
And remember, for a totally relaxing day, leave the car at home! Patrons are encouraged to
pre-book on a coach to be collected from their accommodation or a nominated location.
EVENT INFORMATION:
‘a day on the green’ is a fully licensed event. Strictly no BYO alcohol. Food will be available
for purchase on site or BYO picnic. Picnic rugs & deck chairs are recommended. For full event
information go to www.adayonthegreen.com.au. Gates open at 4.00pm.
TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: $105 plus b/fee.
Gold: (A reserved seat at front of the stage): $199 plus b/fee
Silver: (B reserved seat at front of the stage): $159 plus b/fee
For Concert & Dining packages, call ticketmaster (03) 9685 2477.
TRANSPORT AND ACCOMODATION
For ticket and transport packages contact Martins Travel and Tours (02) 6040 4400 & Cullens
Coaches on (03) 5721 6611.
For accommodation contact Rutherglen Wine Experience on 1800 622 871 or the Visitors
Centres at Corowa 1800 814 054, Wangaratta 1800 801 065, Albury/Wodonga 1300 796 222 or
Yarrawonga/Mulwala 1800 062 260.
TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY DECEMBER 7
From ticketmaster.com.au & 136 100 & Rutherglen Wine Experience 1800 622 871
