Monkeys

The Monkees was a TV and pop rock sensation. Assembled in Los Angeles, in 1966 , by Robert "Bob" Rafelson and Bert Schneider under Colgems supervision for the American television series The Monkees, which aired from 1966 to 1968. The musical acting quartet was comprised of 3 Americans Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork, and Englishman Davy Jones, All musical supervision was originally done by the 'golden-eared' music producer Don Kirshner. At the time of the group's formation, its producers saw The Monkees as a Beatles-like band. At the start, the band members provided vocals, and were given some performing and production opportunities, but they eventually fought for and earned the right to collectively supervise all musical output under the band's name. The group undertook several concert tours, allowing an opportunity to perform as a live band as well as on the TV series. Although the show was canceled in 1968, the band continued releasing records until 1971. The group reached the height of fame from 1966 to 1968, and influenced many future artists. In 1986, the television show and music experienced a revival, which led to a series of reunion tours, and new records featuring various incarnations of the band's lineup. The Monkees had many international hits which are still heard on pop and oldies stations. These include "I'm a Believer", "(I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone", "Daydream Believer", "Last Train to Clarksville", and "Pleasant Valley Sunday".