Tom's Story

Tom Cridland is an entrepreneur, investor, fashion designer, podcaster and musician. Tom tells his story in his book, Million Dollar Addict.

Tom's Elton Tribute tours internationally playing Elton John's music with the show, The Rocket Man Experience. Tom's music career has thus far encompassed over 300 live dates, including shows at iconic venues including O2 City Hall Newcastle, St David's Hall, Plymouth Pavilions, G Live, The Anvil, Sheffield City Hall, The Troubadour and McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre.

Tom got a £6,000 government loan in 2014 to start Tom Cridland Clothing. Following an endorsement from his dear friend and favourite customer, the legendary rock drummer, Nigel Olsson, Tom turned this into a £3m brand by 2017.

Tom has been releasing original music independently since 2018, both solo and with his band, The Tomicks. In late 2021 Tom toured the UK with legendary American soul group, The Stylistics, performing with them at 19 shows.

Tom's Greatest Music of All Time Podcast has featured Annie Lennox, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chick Corea, Smokey Robinson, Chance the Rapper, Dionne Warwick, Kevin Bacon, Seal, David Guetta, Christina Hendricks, Michael Imperioli, The Temptations, Tears For Fears, Olivia Arben, Pixie Lott, Brooks & Dunn, Gloria Estefan, Sean Paul, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Toto, Snarky Puppy, Chris Rea, HAUSER, Johnny Marr, Yes, London Grammar, David Crosby, Rachel Bilson, Counting Crows, Ollie Proudlock, The Hollies, Shaggy, Steve Perry and Sir Cliff Richard.

The Tom Cridland Agency has provided consultancy services to over 300 clients and counting, including Rubik's, Sweaty Betty and Henry Poole & Co.

When Tom retires he plans to open a restaurant because his last remaining vice, in the absence of alcohol, is eating out. In the meantime, the Tominho Substack gives you free access to his restaurant list of the most original and unique establishments discovered on his travels all over the world.