Quotes

Tom makes a major impact…he’s a a true creative partner who helps realize the artist’s full performance potential. — Matt Serletic, Producer (Santana, Celine Dion, Aerosmith, Matchbox Twenty, Rob Thomas)

Tom Jackson is a jaw-droppingly outstanding live performance coach. His insightful observations and suggestions were so dead-on. A true master, and I don’t mean that lightly. I’m recommending him to every serious performing artist I know. — Derek Sivers, Founder of CD Baby and HostBaby

Tom’s classes on performance are the most insightful and comprehensive I’ve ever seen on the subject. — Dez Dickerson, former guitarist for Prince and the Revolution, President Absolute Records

I have been hit by lightning and it comes from Tom Jackson. If you can only do one thing to further your career, take my advice, listen to what Tom Jackson has to say. It will blow your mind; it certainly did mine. — Derrick Ross – VP SL Feldman and Associates, representing, among others, Norah Jones, Avril Lavigne, the Crash Test Dummies, Diana Krall, Barenaked Ladies

Every time I go to see a new artist, I wish I had Tom there to help me paint a picture of what this artist is really capable of doing live. Tom truly knows how to help artists communicate from the stage, and knows more about performance than anyone I have ever met. — Josh Bailey, Director of A/R, Word Label Group, Nashville

As the music business shifts importance from records to live shows, Tom Jackson’s no-nonsense, spot-on live performance advice is no longer optional…it is mandatory. Seeing a performance from the point of view of a non-fan with the objective of turning them into real fans is the genius of Tom Jackson. — Tom Silverman, TommY BoY (Everlast, Queen Latifah, De La Soul)

Every time I see a new artist, I wish I had Tom there to help paint a picture of what this artist is really capable of doing live. Tom truly knows how to help artists communicate from the stage, and knows more about live performance than anyone I have ever met. — Josh Bailey, Director of A&R, Warner/Word/Fervent

Tom, you remind me of why I’m a musician…for the love of the music, and the desire to create moments to make someone’s spirit dance and come alive inside. — Spence Smith, Big Tent Revival

If you want to learn about raising kids you ask Dr. Dobson. If you want to learn about handling money… Larry Burkett. If you want to learn to hit a baseball far… Mark McGwire. If you want to learn what to do onstage ask Tom Jackson. — Eddie Carswell, Newsong

As a performing musician for over 15 years, I was surprised and blown away by how much I learned from Tom Jackson in just one session. — James Bryan, guitarist/songwriter (Nelly Furtado, Philosopher Kings, Sunshine State), major

I’ve had the privilege of watching Tom Jackson transform amateurs into ‘rock stars’ in just a few short hours. He has an uncanny ability to communicate just what is supposed to be happening on stage as dialogue between the artist and the audience. — Brett Manning, Singing Success

I was impressed the very first time I saw Tom Jackson work his magic onstage. He took a band I wouldn’t even pay $10 to see, and in that moment, he turned them into rock stars!  It was exciting! — Janice Lauengco, Canadian artist

We used your advice to create some “moments” and used angles on stage. After our concert, we had people go out of their way and stand in line waiting for us to get back to the merch table. We practically sold out in minutes! Big change from our usual sales. The songs they were asking for were the songs that created the “moment” for them. This really works! — Dave Williford, the dave williford band, Missouri

Whether I am singing in Tokyo, Sydney, Sao Paulo, Honolulu, or Los Angeles, I am always using the stage performance techniques that Tom Jackson taught me – and they work! — Junko, International Singer/Songwriter

I intended to use [your workshop] as a last minute ‘band-aid’! Your class was not a band-aid, it was a life changing experience! — Johnny Woodall, indie artist

Our show has improved dramatically…and it has helped our merch sales and bookings tremendously! — David Lin, 9th Hour

Anyone thinking of going on stage and being successful at it is required to first buy Tom Jackson’s DVD series “All Roads Lead to the Stage.” I spent 2 solid days watching them, and I am watching them again. It has changed my stage show like you would not believe. — Emo LeBlanc, indie artist

You not only opened doors for the future of this band…you kicked them down! — Alex Madsen, Vocals/Lead Guitar, The Divorcees

We have been implementing your teachings. At the end of [one of our] songs, in a bar, not a venue where everyone is there absolutely specifically for us…we had a cheer that went steady for 30-40 seconds. This is one of the most special moments I have ever had on stage. — Bruklun, Smoothride

Tom’s helped me open up and let people into the world I have created—because music is for everyone to connect with, not just the artist. — Chantel Upshaw, indie artist

Tom is a genius when it comes to offering ideas to improve ministry. He is never boring and always has something fresh, new and funny to offer no matter how many times you see him. It’s an experience you owe yourself (ESPECIALLY if you’re struggling); you will become better at what you do as a result of even just a few hours with this guy! — Lynn Geyer, President of CAM

I found your DVDs, watched them, took scrupulous notes, and re-wrote our show based on what you said. The change is incredible! We sell five times as many CDs now. We’re opening for a pretty big band next weekend — they were asking US how to improve THEIR show! — S. Lawrence, indie artist

Whether it’s USA, or where I am: Tokyo, Japan… All the stage principles you teach completely apply! — Kuulu, Futuristic Rock Music Artist