Tom Jones (singer)
Sir Thomas John Woodward, OBE (born 7 June 1940), known by his stage name Tom Jones, is a Welsh singer. He has won Grammy Awards and is particularly noted for his powerful voice. Jones released his first album Along Came Jones in 1965. He has released thirty-nine studio albums since then. He released his most recent album Spirit in the Room in 2012.
Tom Jones | |
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Jones singing at House of Blues, Anaheim, California, 10 March 2009 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Thomas John Woodward |
| Also known as | Tom Jones |
| Born | 7 June 1940
(aged 85) Treforest, Pontypridd, Glamorgan, Wales |
| Genres | Pop, rock, country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 1963–present |
| Labels | Columbia, Decca, Epic, Jive, Island, V2, S-Curve |
| Website | www |
Early life
He was born at 57, Kingsland Terrace, Treforest, Pontypridd, South Wales.