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1 day ago · The Monkees also had a hugely successful T.V. show. Inspired by The Beatles film “A Hard Day’s Night,” they romped through each chaotic episode with a featured song dropped in regardless of the plot… such as it was. No matter, The Monkees quickly became teen and pre-teen idols.
1 day ago · In 1967, The Monkees began a 29-date tour with The Jimi Hendrix Experience opening. Jimi was dropped after six shows because his act wasn’t suitable for The Monkees’ teen audience.
2 days ago · Rock Music Association (@rockmusicassociation). 1 Like. In The Rock 7/8/1967: The Monkees kick off their summer tour with The Jimi Hendrix Experience as the opener. The crowds are in NO way prepared for psychedelic trip Hendrix was taking them on - and he left the tour after just 6 shows. #Monkees #Hendrix #RockHonorRoll.
1 day ago · It’s July 8th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history:In 1958, the first gold record album was presented by the Recording Industry Association of America. It went to the soundtrack to film adaptation of Oklahoma! for sales over one-million dollars.In 1967, The Monkees began a 29-date tour with The Jimi Hendrix Experience opening. Jimi was dropped after six shows ...
1 day ago · 1967 - The Monkees began a 29-date tour with The Jimi Hendrix Experience as their supporting act. Hendrix was dropped six shows later after being told his act was not suitable for their audience, which consisted mostly of teenage pop fans. 1968 - Pink Floyd kicked off their first 20-date North American tour at the Kinetic Playground in Chicago.
3 days ago · Released: 1967. The Monkees’ “I’m a Believer” is a classic anthem of transformation and joy, capturing the moment of falling in love when one least expects it. It’s a song that shifts from despair to total belief in love, thanks to the magic of that special someone’s presence.
3 days ago · "I Heard it Through the Grapevine" was a number two hit on the Billboard Hot 100 for Gladys Knight and the Pips, held out of the top spot by The Monkees, then The Beatles. Their recording did however make number one on the Cashbox.
