coloradojohn
(Mile High on the Colorado Vibe, Cherry Creek, Denver) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:17 | |
My elementary school days were FULL of The Monkees' songs...some, such as I'm a Believer, if we brought them in, were even played by the nuns at St. Augustine's for sing-alongs in Music class. I also remember convincing my grandmother in Coffeyville, Kansas, to buy me a box of cereal because it had, manufactured into the side of the box, a 45-rpm single called, (I'm Not Your) Stepping Stone, if my memory serves me correctly. I cut it out and played it on my aunt's turntable, and, warped as it was, it transported me. At the time, Grandma was listening to Paul Harvey on her tube radio in the kitchen and asked me to turn it down. The Last Train to Clarksville comes for all, so abide in Peace, Mr. Jones, until we see and dance with you there by and by... |
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cc_rider
(Austin Texas. Y'all.) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:11 | |
calypsus_1 wrote:The pop-rock band The Monkees have almost forgotten past here, not befitting the role had in the service of music in the 60's and 70's, the popularity and originality (for its time). At one time, were the U.S. ambassadors of music all over the world. Its popularity has continued until today, which certainly will not happen with many bands (fashion) that, nowadays, here are a lot of "bells", but, compared for his time, with the Monkees, are minor . From my records of the Monkees, I remember the themes: "Last Train to Clarksville", "I'm A Believer" "Pleasant Valley Sunday", "Daydream Believer".
This in connection with the disappearance, today, at age 66, their frontman David Thomas "Davy" Jones, r.i.p. I've made a point to stop and listen to some of their songs being posted. It's amazing how well these songs have held up over the years. Very nice. Nice enough I'm gonna put 'em on my wish list. The TV show was actually pretty fun too.
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johnjconn
(chicago land) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:11 | |
Steve Stills auditioned for the Monkees and was turned down.
Something tells me if he was picked, the Monkees would sound a little different
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dogugotw
| | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:10 | |
So this is exactly why I love this site. Within the last hour we've had everything from classical to bubblegum pop. A-freakin-awesome! Keep up the good work.
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Lenora
| | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
Only Monkees song I ever really liked.
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Grammarcop
(Upriver from Zug Island) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
Poor Davy. He took the Last Train to Clarksville.
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renegade_X
(My House) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
Awesome! The Monkees on RP. Regardless of who REALLY sang the songs, I loved their work.
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xtalman
(What dimension?) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
RIP Davy, you were fun to watch and did not take your self too seriously.
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1artist
| | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
Thanks for playing. Brings back happy memories.
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FlatCat
(Chicago) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:08 | |
I am simultaneously thrilled, and deeply embarrassed. I was 14 when this came out.
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WonderLizard
(2,755.46 mi. due east of Paradise) | | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 08:07 | |
For all the hype and silliness, they sure made good music. RIP, Davy.
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ofanansky
| | Posted: Mar 02, 2012 - 02:00 | |
missed it, but good one to remember him by...
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calypsus_1
(East of Eden) | | Posted: Feb 29, 2012 - 15:19 | |
The pop-rock band The Monkees have almost forgotten past here, not befitting the role had in the service of music in the 60's and 70's, the popularity and originality (for its time). At one time, were the U.S. ambassadors of music all over the world. Its popularity has continued until today, which certainly will not happen with many bands (fashion) that, nowadays, here are a lot of "bells", but, compared for his time, with the Monkees, are minor . From my records of the Monkees, I remember the themes: "Last Train to Clarksville", "I'm A Believer" "Pleasant Valley Sunday", "Daydream Believer".
This in connection with the disappearance, today, at age 66, their frontman David Thomas "Davy" Jones, r.i.p.
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treatment_bound
(Duluth to Madison) | | Posted: Feb 29, 2012 - 13:10 | |
lmic wrote:RIP, Davy.
Just came here for a little perspective, and it looks like Imic is it so far. I guess if this cut is ever gonna' get played here, today's the day...  |
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lmic
(Harmless Little Bunny) | | Posted: Feb 29, 2012 - 11:10 | |
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KarimMosna
| | Posted: Feb 16, 2007 - 09:05 | |
Desaeverm wrote:why don't they play this fantastic song here
More songs from the 60's on radio paradise please?????
Youre absolutely right Man! They really should play this Classic from the 60s, |
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Desaeverm
(Belgium) | | Posted: Dec 04, 2006 - 08:52 | |
why don't they play this fantastic song here
More songs from the 60's on radio paradise please?????
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