Tom Jones is a Welsh singer whose career spans over seven decades, and he is regarded as one of the most influential voices in music. Born on June 7, 1940, in Treforest, South Wales, Jones began his music career in the mid-1960s and quickly became a household name with his unique voice and dynamic stage presence.
From his early beginnings in local clubs and pubs, Jones worked his way up the ladder and signed his first record deal in 1964. His debut single, “It’s Not Unusual,” became an instant hit, and Jones went on to release a string of chart-topping songs, including “What’s New Pussycat?,” “Delilah,” and “She’s a Lady.”
Throughout his career, Jones has sold over 100 million records and has received numerous awards and accolades, including a Grammy Award, a Brit Award, and an Order of the British Empire. He has also been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the UK Music Hall of Fame.
Ian Gallagher, a young aspiring singer, was inspired by Tom Jones at a young age. Gallagher grew up listening to Jones’s music and was captivated by his powerful voice and electrifying stage presence. As a teenager, Gallagher began studying Jones’s music and style, determined to become a performer like his idol.
Gallagher spent countless hours practicing and honing his craft, taking singing lessons and performing at local venues. He studied Jones’s performances and learned from his stage presence, working to develop his own unique style while paying homage to his inspiration.
As Gallagher’s talent and hard work paid off, he began to make a name for himself in the music industry, performing at larger venues and earning recognition for his powerful voice and engaging performances. He has since released several albums and has become known for his soulful interpretations of classic songs.
Through his dedication to his craft and his inspiration from Tom Jones, Ian Gallagher has become a respected and admired performer in his own right, following in the footsteps of his musical hero and making a name for himself in the world of music
CORE VALUES
I believe that allowing yourself the luxury of knowing it is going to be right, is a luxury everyone should be able to afford. A singer always owes the audience everything he can give and more. Give openly of your talent and your heart, what is in a singer’s heart must be in every note or he has failed. No matter how technically correct he is singing. A singer’s greatest satisfaction should be to know that his work has enriched the lives of those he has been privileged to sing to. A singer is first an interpreter of stories, when I sing it is like sitting down and telling a story. Respect the audience, they are always the most important judge of your work, always thank them for letting you sing for them.
Bring a point of view, but be flexible. Be truthful when you sing and when you speak. Mean what you say and always do what you say you will. An audience can sense sincerity, be worthy of your goals, your heroes and mentors. Be courageous in your musical choices, surprise the audience and never settle for less. Never break your word, it is your most precious asset. Find a path you love and the work becomes your passion. I will do everything I can to make your event the best I can, and this is my promise to you.
Quality can always be improved; preparation is quality’s best friend. Always buy the best musical equipment, the best is always the cheapest. There is no shortcut to quality.
Trifles make perfection and perfection is no trifle. Devote yourself to the perfection of what you do. Think before you speak, before you sing and before you walk on stage. Never be complacent or content. Be better.
There is something sacred about music, be generous in your musical choices. Every time you walk on stage you have the opportunity to begin again, more intelligently. Be articulate, flexible and expressive. Be passionate, don’t take yourself too seriously, music is the shorthand of emotion. Be truthful when you sing and when you speak. Try to be nice to everyone. Be grateful, be kind, be sincere.
Be brave, be positive, never negative. Represent your values and encapsulate them. Know one becomes a singer because of the money, be dedicated, don’t give up, you have to respect yourself, only then can you learn to respect others. Always pay attention and always find the joy. Your profession is not what brings home your pay cheque, it’s what you were put on earth to do, so do it with such passion and integrity that it becomes spiritual in its calling.
Be 100% present, always. Remember that your profession is not what you do, it is who you are. When you sing, earn the privilege of your audience’s time. You are what you do so do it with enthusiasm. If you don’t take risks, you risk even more. Be early, be ready and say thank you. Remember opportunity is missed by many people because it is often dressed in overalls and looks like hard work. A professional always finds his truth in the work. You already buy yourself energy and creativity if you come prepared and are early TRUST
QUALITY
HIGH STANDARDS
INTEGRITY