Tommy still does the original solo, note for note, just like he did it on the record.... even though he used to say he cringed when he heard it and it sounded like he played it with his thumbs. This is just great.
I have the original 1969 pressing of "Hanky Panky" from the Niles Michigan studio where it was recorded. My family is from South Bend, Indiana, right on the border with Niles, and my aunt and cousin were teenagers during the best times of rock and roll and got the 45 then.
You have the 1964 pressing on SNAP I thinking. The same tape was released later on Roulette under the name Tommy James & The Shondels. I remember this being played at the local swimming pool in Anderson, IN, not far from Niles. When it came out again in 66 I was confused by the addition of this Tommy James guy. (I was not yet a teen)
@titostacos Yeah it's one of the best rock autobiographies I've read, mainly because Tommy is completely honest about everything. He doesn't hold back facts or events or try to paint himself as a saint. In fact, Tommy is a Christian and has been free from drugs, alcohol or any mind-altering substances since the 80s. Tommy knows that it's better to be honest and inspire others to improve their lives like he has done.
It comes from his heart, there is nothing to remember...it is gold... Tommy can u hear me, Tommy can u see me...// see me, feel me...touch me... heal me....ed
That was one of my two first records .... I played it for hours (at X-mas !!!) --- haha ... Admitted the words are... but the memoirs are nice. Thanks for posting. Silviiie, Austria.
For some crazy reason, this group didn't seem to be taken "seriously" when they were cranking out one amazing song after another. I never quite understood it! Their music has aged very very well!
Trying to REMEMBER the words to this song is very difficult. I bet No One here can remember the words to this song. Only Tommy can remember these words. Think of how long this song is, then you will see how difficult it is to actually remember ALL OF THE WORDS.
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Tommy still does the original solo, note for note, just like he did it on the record.... even though he used to say he cringed when he heard it and it sounded like he played it with his thumbs. This is just great.
his solo is a great surf guitar sound...
Been years since I heard this one & it still sounds good
As a 10 year old I loved this song now it's 54 years later.
It was one of my my Mom's records I must have been 8. I remember she also had Ritchie Valens 45rpm - La Bamba~Donna
This is such a great song from a fantastic singer with a great voice.
Seen Tommy James and the shondells at the Sharon Morse in December 2022, one of the best concert's I've seen in a while, Tommy is a living legend 👍
as a child i u sed to sing this song all the time. Never knew what hanky panky meant then...now i think of it , puts a smile on my face.
I remember that when this song was released I was so glad that a band was willing to play straight-ahead "good ol' rock 'n' roll".
Tommy James is a great songwriter and musician.
back in the 60s little town Alabama at the movie theater 10 years old they played this for two solid hours ! crazy 63 now still love it !
This should be the official song of the home state of the great Tommy James.
You can make that time standing on your head ( from daddy)
I have the original 1969 pressing of "Hanky Panky" from the Niles Michigan studio where it was recorded. My family is from South Bend, Indiana, right on the border with Niles, and my aunt and cousin were teenagers during the best times of rock and roll and got the 45 then.
Cool
Original pressing was in 1966
This song is from 1966
You have the 1964 pressing on SNAP I thinking.
The same tape was released later on Roulette under the name Tommy James & The Shondels. I remember this being played at the local swimming pool in Anderson, IN, not far from Niles. When it came out again in 66 I was confused by the addition of this Tommy James guy. (I was not yet a teen)
No, you don't, dawn.
Love that Tommy has been a Christian since 1967
Most Excellent recording....feel the Bass !!!
When this song first came out it rocked the airwaves on CKLW and Erie, PA. Loved it as a kid, still rockin' at 64! Thanks for uploading a great memoy.
J 'avais 17 ans en 1967 lorsque j' ai entendu cette chanson pour la première fois ! J 'ai pas oublié !
There's a Bar named Hanky Panky on A-1-A near Ormond Beach.
Damn, he looks good for what he's been through. Got an autobiography that's well worthwhile.
@titostacos Yeah it's one of the best rock autobiographies I've read, mainly because Tommy is completely honest about everything. He doesn't hold back facts or events or try to paint himself as a saint. In fact, Tommy is a Christian and has been free from drugs, alcohol or any mind-altering substances since the 80s. Tommy knows that it's better to be honest and inspire others to improve their lives like he has done.
I can remember when this song came out way back when and when was a good time to be. Today is not like it was and sadly 😔 never will be.
Got to see them live Valentine's Day 2019. Dream come true!!
His voice is still the same-I love all his tunes-they have a good beat to them& lively
They were definitely underrated .
Great guitar solos for that time!
some people age like a great bottle of wine! wow! he's a vintage brand! love him thanks for posting this!
A perfect rock & roll song!
Thank you. Sweet Memories to the Sixties. I was about 15 years.
Awesome Song!!! Love It!!!
What a song.
It comes from his heart, there is nothing to remember...it is gold...
Tommy can u hear me, Tommy can u see me...// see me, feel me...touch me...
heal me....ed
this brings me back to 12 years old.
I was about that age too listening to the album!
So good! 👍
Tommy james is awsome
That was one of my two first records .... I played it for hours (at X-mas !!!) --- haha ... Admitted the words are... but the memoirs are nice. Thanks for posting. Silviiie, Austria.
tommy you rock
Love this song but always wish there was a faster version of it too
this song I could`nt get out of my ears - until I heard dear mrs. applebee! then this ....
Me and my friends used to do a line dance to this jam when I was a kitten. We thought we were cool, Lol...I didn't know what hanky panky was either
Cold beer 🍺 loud music 🎤
$2 admission…beautiful
Cool very SWEET....!!🎸
omg fav song
That's Tommy James....great music...bad hair....love it or leave it
Still love to watch my girls dance the Hanky Panky. Little more Panky than Hanky nowadays but I can't do it so...
Beautiful
Love This Old One Still Listening In 2023
É 10!
Great song. Great to boogie too.
I love old music
I'm reading his autobiography. It's good.
Tommy is always Good
For some crazy reason, this group didn't seem to be taken "seriously" when they were cranking out one amazing song after another. I never quite understood it! Their music has aged very very well!
WOW. Enough said.
Great song
Rock On Children
yes! the 60’s❤😊
I never knew he did the guitar lead on the song.
BOBBY PLEASE MAKE THEM STOP PICKING ON #15 THY QUEEN NEFFERTTI IM CRYING IN PAIN MY FEET R INFECTED IOVE THY ALWAYS #15 THY ANGEL
Not much words to this but I like the music.
As if old fashioned but still a smashing sound 🎉❤🎉🎉
Hey! I played that place!
Just like on am radio 55 years ago.
Their is a cd of this I have....somewhere ...😀
Thank you jwhineryjr, I love them!
Tommy
I hope one day they're cumming to MONTREAL Canada ! On les attends !
Rock On
What an had with hair 😊nj ❤️
Trying to REMEMBER the words to this song is very difficult. I bet No One here can remember the words to this song. Only Tommy can remember these words. Think of how long this song is, then you will see how difficult it is to actually remember ALL OF THE WORDS.
Still sounds the same. Played just a little bit slower though. Hey I guess we're all a little slower these days
@Velvet4U That's true, after all the years that I've heard this song I still don't remember!
I wonder what the NAME of This song is ???
Was that an dance 💃 😊nj ❤
Who is the woman with long blonde hair wearing a black sweater, rocking out to this song?
The red head in this video does the hell out of the hanky panky.
Mimi #15 loves #7
When did this concert take place?
What year is the video?
Bitchin'! Thumpin' Bass and Drums !!!
Cool!
much LOVE Kimmyssong
Great! TJ rox
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
camera man liked that red head
The Raveonettes
Whay does this cool groove drag so bad here.
and Rock and hippy shacker
Yeah it was 66 and it was happenin
ca n'a pas pris une putain de RIDES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bitchin Maaan!
Who is the guitar player on the left of stage ?
What is "The Hanky Panky" and why is your baby doing it?
Stop drinking the Robitussin
Edward Burke 😂😂😂
panky?)))
Pleexz. Tell fo
@Rollingrockrulze What's your Problem.. .. ? Seem your the Sicko
Love this song but the drummer is not playing like the original
These guys are too young to be the "Shondells"!
Tommy ROCKS...read his bio book on his life on the group... excellent...
Best 60s 70s group and still ROCKS
My baby does the Hanky Panky
she tuk the wrong guy home....MY LUCK HOLE NIGHT LONG .....vir missed out
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