Tommy James & the Shondells
Tommy James & the Shondells Origin: Niles, Michigan, U.S. Genres: Rock, pop, psychedelic rock, rock & roll Label: Roulette Tommy James and the Shondells formed in Niles, Michigan, in 1964. They had two number 1 singles in the U.S.: " Hanky Panky " in July 1966 and " Crimson and Clover " in February 1969. Twelve more of the band's tunes were Top 40 hits, including five in the Hot 100's Top Ten: " I Think We're Alone Now ," " Mirage ," " Mony Mony ," " Sweet Cherry Wine ," and " Crystal Blue Persuasion ."