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April 17, 2011 by raj
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From: Brad Waddell Subject: E! MonkeE! - Micky Interview
From: Kim
From the clicktv.com site:
True Hollywood Story - The Monkees
Duration: 2 hr
Description: The saga of the music group the Monkees and how the group's members came together and rose to stardom.
Airing: Thu 10/19/00 9:00pm (eastern daylight savings time)
Fri 10/20/00 10:00am (EDST)
Fri 10/20/00 4:00pm (EDST)
Please note that these times for the East coast, so please check your local TV listings for the air showings in your time zone.
Kim
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From: “Nicole Banks”
To: <bradpager@flextools.com>
Subject: Micky Dolenz Interview
Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2000 18:38:13 -0400
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I was lucky enough to interview Micky Dolenz on Wednesday, October 4th. This article ran, edited, in the October 12th edition of the Williamsport (PA) Sun-Gazette.
Nicole Banks
In the late 1960’s, Micky Dolenz made his mark on pop culture as the star the Monkees. The television show about a band blurred the lines between reality and fantasy, and the four actors hired for the series Dolenz, David Jones, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork found themselves on unfamiliar territory as major recording artists. Dolenz likens the transformation to a Star Trek character coming to life: “It’s like Leonard Nimoy really became a Vulcan.”
The Monkees have sold over 65 million records worldwide, and their television show regularly plays in syndication. This summer, the TV music channel VH-1 paid homage to the group with a made-for-TV movie and an edition of the critically-acclaimed show “Behind the Music.”
The longevity of the Monkees phenomenon no longer fazes Dolenz. “I’m not surprised by it any more. It has become much greater than any of us, and it will continue long after we re gone. Now that I’m a director/producer, I can identify the elements that have helped contribute to the success. It wasn’t any one thing–it was a certain amount of serendipity, and the whole was much greater than the sum of the parts.”
Dolenz sang the vast majority of the Monkees songs, but is unsure of how he was placed in that position. “The Monkees was a TV show, and therefore it didn’t exist. When they cast these parts, we didn’t have any input as to who was going to be in it. In fact, I remember being introduced to everyone one day. Recording was the same way: it was all in the hands of other people. We had no control over anything. And I was quite happy at the time to allow the producers to handle that.
“I think the reason I ended up singing then was because everyone had their own styles. Peter was bluesy and folk, Mike was country western/country rock, and David was Broadway/music hall style. I was the only one that had a rock and roll style in fact I auditioned for the Monkees playing “Johnny B. Goode” on the guitar. Not to be self-deprecating, but I think that might have had something to do with it I was the only one with a rock and roll style. I was the only one that could go, Waaaaaaaaa and screech out like they wanted.”
None of the other Monkees ever confronted Dolenz about his increased vocal representation. “But even if they had come to me, there wasn’t anything I could have done about it. Sometimes we would all do lead vocals for a song, and the producers would just choose the one they liked best. We had absolutely no control over it. I mean, I would have liked to have sung I Wanna Be Free, and I did, in fact, but they went with David.”
When asked if any of the Monkees songs were difficult for him to sing, either because he disliked the material or because they were vocally challenging, Dolenz responded, “We had fantastic song writers, and they would come to me with demos. I was happy to go along with them. I don’t remember having any that I didn’t like. But, you have to realize that those two years were so busy that eventually it all just blurred together for me. I would sometimes record 2-3 lead vocals a night, and this was after doing the TV show all day.
“The song Gonna Buy Me a Dog, was difficult to sing because they wanted us to sing it straight. David and I were in the studio, and we did a couple of takes of it, but fortunately they used the one where we were goofing off. I don’t know how anyone could have sung that song straight.”
For Micky Dolenz, life after the Monkees has been rich and rewarding. He is a respected producer and director, both in the United States and in England. Dolenz has several projects in development, including a show for the Disney Channel that combines live action and animation.
He is actively involved in charity work, including playing at an upcoming dance-a-thon in April of 2001 that will benefit the American Foundation for Children and Youth. The Foundation aids organizations that aim to prevent childhood emotional and behavioral disorders. “My daughter and my ex-wife got me involved in the project. I thought it was a good idea. Sounds like a lot of fun.”
Dolenz is also an accomplished painter whose art focuses on scientific issues. “Since I was a child, I was very involved in electronics, chemistry and physics. I don’t know I must have had a great junior high teacher. I’d say in the late 70’s it found its way into my artwork.”
Dolenz has released two children’s albums through Rhino Records. He also writes music. “Recently I’ve been writing country tunes. I don’t know why, but every time I pick up a guitar, I write country. I’m not a prolific songwriter, though.
“I would love to do another solo album. However, I’m realistic about the industry. It’s hard to get a record deal. I don’t think I could get someone to back me at this point, but I’d love to. I released the CD Demoiselle over my website. But, as for a full-blown record album that gets airplay, that’s different.”
Currently, Dolenz is on the road with the Teen Idols Tour, which also features Peter Noone, formerly of Herman’s Hermits, and Bobby Sherman. He performs a selection of Monkees tunes, including I’m A Believer and Pleasant Valley Sunday.
Dolenz feels the Teen Idols Tour has one great advantage to the tours the Monkees did in the 1960’s. “In the 60’s, the equipment was prehistoric. It was equivalent to a karaoke machine. I couldn’t hear what I was playing because the kids were screaming so loudly. I could just barely hear my snare drum. In fact, Mike and I worked a code to keep things going. We didn’t have any monitor systems in those days, but Mike could hear me, and he was on guitar, so he would tap his foot in rhythm to the music, and I would follow his lead. The other two were kind of on their own, though.”
At this time, the Monkees have no reunion plans. But, says Dolenz, “I’ve learned to never say never. I wouldn’t rule it out.”
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From: “BONNIE VERRICO” <Bonniev@ccsso.org>
Hi everyone,
I’ve been spending the day sending out press releases to California
newspapers, radio and TV stations about SSB’s upcoming performance at
the Benefit Dance on October 21st, and I thought that sharing some of
the information from the press release might be helpful and/or
informative to some of you. Please feel free to post this information
on your sites, lists, etc… or share it with friends and colleagues.
This is a terrific cause & one the guys have a lot of feeling for, so it
would be great to have a big showing!
Take care, Bonnie
Here’s the info:
Peter Tork, original member of the 60’s pop group The Monkees,
and his classic Rock & Blues dance band, Shoe Suede Blues, will be in
Santa Monica to perform at a return engagement on Saturday, October 21,
2000 at The Church at Ocean Park in Santa Monica from 8pm-midnight. All
proceeds from this dance will benefit Beyond Baroque Child Care Program,
Felicity House (a women’s recovery home) and the Lorna Poe Independent
Living Center. The Church at Ocean Park is located at 235 Hill Street,
corner of 2nd and Hill Streets. Tickets are $9.00 at the door. For
more information regarding the benefit, please call Becky at
310-202-7934.
Shoe Suede Blues was formed when Peter Tork and friend, Tadg
Galleran, were asked in 1994 to put together a band for this same
benefit, held that year in Venice Beach, CA. The band has continued to
perform at the benefit ever since. Following their initial performances
for this benefit, Shoe Suede Blues quickly began to receive performance
requests from clubs in California and other states, and the band has
grown in popularity to the point that they now tour across the nation,
performing for benefits, private functions and in nightclubs. Plans are
also underway for the band to tour abroad in 2001.
This event has become a labor of love for the national band, due
to the members’ high interest in assisting community help groups around
the country. Fans will have the opportunity to meet and speak with all
of the band members, including Peter Tork, who will also sign autographs
and have their picture taken with anyone requesting such.
Shoe Suede Blues plays a lively and unique combination of Swing-
and Jump-Blues, Rhythm & Blues, Classic Blues, Blues Rock and Pop. They
perform original music as well as covers from such legends as Muddy
Waters, Junior Wells, Wilson Pickett, The Coasters, Chuck Berry, Little
Richard, Bob Dylan, Elvis, Warren Zevon and, of course, The Monkees.
In addition to performing at the benefit on October 21st, the
Shoe Suede Blues can be seen at Harvelles, 1432 4th Street, Santa
Monica, CA on October 15 and 22, 2000. The cover for each show is $8.00
at the door. Harvelles’ phone number is 310-395-1676 for more
information.
Shoe Suede Blues, featuring Peter Tork
Visit shoesuedeblues.com & petertork.com!
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From ???@??? Thu Oct 19 17:34:30 2000 To: monkees-alert@onelist.com From: Brad Waddell Subject: VCR Alert - Micky on Adam-12 TONIGHT Cc: Bcc: X-Attachments: In-Reply-To: References: Message-Id: <4.3.2.7.2.20001019161551.01c593c0@flextools.com>
From: Donna :)
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VCR Alert - Micky on Adam-12 TONIGHT
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I was looking at the TV Land schedule for Adam 12 and found that
#103 - Dirt Duel with Micky is on tonight at 9:00 p.m. (eastern).
This is *not* the episode that is repeated later, it's only on at
9:00!
Donna :)
"I know the plans I have for you, to give you a future and a
hope..." Jeremiah 29:11
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From ???@??? Sat Oct 21 15:09:46 2000 To: monkees-alert@onelist.com From: Brad Waddell Subject: Classical Micky - Theme Songs Cc: Bcc: X-Attachments: In-Reply-To: References: Message-Id: <4.3.2.7.2.20001021150630.00af6650@flextools.com>
From: "Leisa"
From www.justgo.com/dfw, via www.startelegram.com
Monkee steals show at orchestra's 1960s fest
By Punch Shaw
Special to the Star-Telegram
FORT WORTH -- How retro can you go?
The Fort Worth Symphony Pops Orchestra upped the ante on this whole 1960s
Retrofest thing last night at Bass Performance Hall, not only by honoring
the absolute, indisputable godhead of that delirious decade, the Beatles,
but also by throwing in a tip of the drumsticks to another '60s icon, the
Monkees.
Homage was paid to the Fab Four with The Classical Mystery Tour, a package
consisting of a band of faux Fabs with their music director, Martin Herman,
conducting the orchestra.
The Monkees tribute was a little more direct. Monkee drummer Mickey Dolenz
made a surprise guest appearance.
There is a certain irony here. This is a guy who made a mint in the late
1960s playing in an ersatz Beatles band created entirely for a bad TV show
who now, some 600 years later, is still milking his 15 minutes with a real
ersatz Beatles band. Can you say "pathetic"?
Or how about, Can you say "dynamite"?
Dolenz stole the show with a righteously shredded version of Sgt. Pepper's
Lonely Hearts Club Band and a shockingly effective reading of the poignant
ballad She's Leaving Home. The band, led by Tony Kishman as Paul and Jim
Owen as John, had fine moments with tunes such as All You Need is Love, I Am
the Walrus and A Day in the Life, and especially with the rousing finale
Golden Slumbersarry That Weight, one of the last numbers the Beatles
recorded.
Kishman was the most like his character, right down to the droopy eyelids.
He provided some of the best moments with his takes on solo McCartney tunes.
Harrison clone David Brighton was the most disappointing simply because he
was playing the wrong guitar with the wrong amp.
Drummer Carmine Grippo has the Ringo look and moves down, and he is a fine
skins man. But the way he is most similar to Mr. Starkey is that they both
have terrible voices. Somehow it was easier to take with Ringo.
Unfortunately, Dolenz will perform with the group again only tonight. That
is a shame because he was so good and because they did not do the obvious
song that should have resulted from the pairing of Dolenz and substitute
Mop-tops.
How could these people have taken the stage together and not performed that
Beatles classic, Everybody's Got Something to Hide Except for Me and My
Monkee?
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Leisa
Well behaved women rarely make history
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From: Jacqui”
This story from SonicNet Music News Of The World (http://www.sonicnet.com/news)
“Thought you might enjoy this. the Monkees made it in the “Top 25 Best Theme Songs” of all time! (Was
there ever any doubt?) and notice the only picture they placed on the list was of the Monkees.
Thanks,
Jacqui”
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Channeling TV’s Top Theme Songs
Our impossible mission? Selecting the 25 best tunes in television history.
By Elita Bradley
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It’s a job big enough for Jim Rockford, Thomas Magnum, Peter Gunn and Charlie’s Angels combined: Track
down the best 25 themes in TV history.
Why even attempt such a feat? Because in an industry that sees more than half its shows fail to last
beyond a single season, those that do survive often have memorable themes.
In compiling our (admittedly subjective) list of the top 25 TV theme songs, for instance, sonicnet.com
discovered that nearly every chosen show lasted at least five years, and all of them have, or will have,
long — and lucrative — lives in syndication.
Do strong theme songs help shows survive? Read the following list and decide for yourself.
…..
“The Monkees”
On air: 1966/68
Theme song: “(Theme From) The Monkees”
Years before the Partridge Family first belted out “Come On, Get Happy,” the Monkees introduced themselves
to the world with their happy-go-lucky signature song. The Prefab Four had several other hits —
including “Last Train to Clarksville” and “Daydream Believer” — but none could get inside a listener’s
head like the one where they proclaimed, “We’re too busy singing to put anybody down.”
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From ???@??? Wed Oct 25 16:11:41 2000 To: monkees-alert@onelist.com From: Brad Waddell Subject: Nez in Vanity Fair Cc: Bcc: X-Attachments: In-Reply-To: References: Message-Id: <4.3.2.7.2.20001025155500.00b4d270@flextools.com>
From: Randi Waddell
Michael Nesmith in Vanity Fair November 2000, Article on the Birth of MTV Nation, page 206, small photo and quote from him on page 208. A quote from John Lack on page 214 mentions Nez. To purchase Monkees CD's, Videos and Collectable rare items, visit www.monkees.net The Monkees Alert list is moderated, meaning you cannot post directly to the list yourself. To submit an item for the list, send to: bradpager@flextools.com For info on posting to, subscribing, or removing yourself from this list, send an e-mail to: alert@flexquarters.com for an automatic response. Thanks!
From ???@??? Sun Oct 29 19:09:36 2000 To: monkees-alert@onelist.com From: Brad Waddell Subject: Viva Las Davy! Cc: Bcc: X-Attachments: In-Reply-To: References: Message-Id: <4.3.2.7.2.20001029190506.02ad7f00@flextools.com>
Apparently, the Paris Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas may put Davy Jones in a show on the Las Vegas Strip!
Paris plan
One of the entertainment options being considered by Paris Las Vegas as a replacement for “Notre Dame de Paris” is the musical comedy “Mystery of Edwin Drood.” Dan Florio, co-producer of the show that won six Tonys in four seasons on Broadway, said the presentation has been made and rests in the hands of the powers-that-be.
Florio said Raquel Welch and the Monkees‘ Davy Jones are tentatively lined up to play the leads. The murder mystery would include a revolutionary touch: pari-mutuel betting on the outcome. Each show would have a different ending, allowing showgoers to wager on the killer du jour. Another possibility, according to rumblings, is a French revue.
LAS VEGAS RJ:NEWS: COLUMN: Norm Clarke
http://www.lvrj.com/lvrj_home/2000/Sep-27-Wed-2000/news/14479880.html
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From: Nez4Ever1230
I just wanted to share the news that the latest issue of People Magazine (the
November 6, 2000 issue) features an article on rock musician Peter Frampton.
In the article he compares his role in the film Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts
Club Band to the guys television series in a negative way. The article begins
on page 140 and continues through page 143.
Thank you,
Nez4Ever1230
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From ???@??? Tue Oct 31 00:25:44 2000 To: monkees-alert@onelist.com From: Brad Waddell Subject: Micky Cruise - Peter Benefit Cc: Bcc: X-Attachments: In-Reply-To: References: Message-Id: <4.3.2.7.2.20001031002232.00b251e0@flextools.com>
From: RoseEckhoff@aol.com
Received: from local02.primenet.com(206.165.6.142), claiming to be "primenet.com" via SMTP by smtp03.primenet.com, id smtpdAAAefaqbq; Mon Oct 30 20:13:33 2000 Received: from smtp05.primenet.com (smtp05.primenet.com [206.165.6.135]) by primenet.com (8.8.8/8.8.5) with ESMTP id UAA20116 for <flex@smtp-local.primenet.com>; Mon, 30 Oct 2000 20:15:17 -0700 (MST) Received: (from daemon@localhost) by smtp05.primenet.com (8.9.3/8.9.3) id UAA15909 for <monkee.feedback@flexquarters.com>; Mon, 30 Oct 2000 20:15:45 -0700 (MST) Received: from imo-d03.mx.aol.com(205.188.157.35) via SMTP by smtp05.primenet.com, id smtpdAAAeEay.E; Mon Oct 30 20:15:37 2000 Received: from RoseEckhoff@aol.com by imo-d03.mx.aol.com (mail_out_v28.32.) id 3.66.8c7cceb (3992); Mon, 30 Oct 2000 22:11:15 -0500 (EST) Message-ID: <66.8c7cceb.272f9252@aol.com> MICKY DOLENZ FANZ CRUISE / April 14, 2001 Yep, we finally have "Confirmed" info!!! Micky will be performing on Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines "GRANDEUR OF THE SEAS" during mid April!!! The ship will sail out of San Juan, Puerto Rico and cruise thru the exotic, southern Caribbean!!! Ports of call include: ARUBA, CURACAO, ST. MAARTEN, and ST. THOMAS! I have been to all of these ports and they are quite beautiful!!! Micky will board your ship on April 17. This means that MICKY will be on board for 4 nights and 3 full days!!! Plenty of time for you to meet him in a relaxed, non-rushed environment!!! I was able to get a group rate for this sailing but please remember that we will be cruising during HIGH season! The cruise rate also includes: Cruise, Port Charges & all Taxes. The rate is CRUISE ONLY so airfare is extra!!! Airfare can be added to the cruise rate by the cruiseline, can be purchased separately, or you could possibly cash in frequent flyer miles if you are a member of an Airline Mileage club. Another thing you need to know is that Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has an AGE policy. If you are under 21 years old you MUST travel with an adult who is 25 years or older. The only exception is if you are married but you MUST provide legal documentation of the marriage. I will be e-mailing you copies of the Micky Dolenz Cruise flyer & Registration form - juet e-mail me at: TravelUnique@go.com Do not reply to this message. Thanks! Rose P.S. My personal home/business # (407)-671-8378 My business e-mail: TravelUnique@go.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ From: "Bandsix" <bandsix@btinternet.com> JOHN STEWART TO BE HONORED AT WFMA BENEFIT Nanci Griffith, Rosanne Cash, Noel Paul Stookey , Nick Reynold(s),and Odetta will be among the folk stars featured in tribute to folk icon John Stewart at the 16th Annual WFMA Benefit Weekend, Friday and Saturday, January 12-13, 2001 at the Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, VA. Also appearing at this year's gala are Christine Lavin, Tommy Makem, Carolyn Hester, Eliza Gilkyson, Craobh Rua, Bill Danoff, Debi Smith, Side by Side, Dave Crossland, Turkey Hollow Consort, John Hoke, Chuck McDermott, Peter Tork and James Stanley, Dramtreeo, Andrew McKnight and others to be announced. ORDER TICKETS EARLY AND SAVE General and reserve seating will be available with special discounts for ordering early. A $30 general seating ticket for one night will cost $27 if purchased before Nov. 30. Save more by buying tickets for both nights. A general seating ticket for both nights will cost $45, a saving of $15, if purchased before Nov. 30. Reserved seating, 100 seats closest to the stage, will cost $45 for friday night. Reserve seating for Saturday night, which includes a reception with the performers following the show, will cost $65. Reserved seating for both nights will save you $25 if you purchase tickets before Nov. 30. (Reception tickets will not be sold separately) JOHN STEWART TRIBUTE The tribute to John Stewart is scheduled for Friday January 12 at &:30 PM and will feature John and Buffy Ford Stewart, and friends Rosanne Cash, Nanci Griffith, Noel Paul Stookey, Odetta, Nick Reynolds, Dave crossland, John Hoke, Dave Batti, Chuck McDermott, Peter Tork and James Stanley and some surprise guests. SATURDAY NIGHT Artists appearing Saturday night January 13 at & PM (note earlier start time) include Christine Lavin, Tommy Makem, Carolyn Hester, Eliza Gilkyson, Craobh Rua, Debi Smith, The Sopranos, Dramtreeo, Bill Danoff, Side by Side, Turket Hollow Consort with Tom Rowe of Schooner Fare, Andrew McKnight and others to be announced. HOTEL The WFMA headquarters hotel will be Holiday Inn National Airport, 2650 Jefferson Davis Hwy in Arlington, VA. 22202. Telephone 703-684-7200. The Holiday Inn Will be the site of the reception following the Saturday night show. WFMA has reserved a block of room for members and their friends at a special room rate of $75, single or double, plus tax. To make reservations call the hotel directly, 703-684-7200, and mention the special WFMA room rate. Reservations must be made by January 1, 2001. In the interest of everyone having a safe weekend while feeling free to be festive, we encourage you to consider reserving a room at hte WFMA headquarters hotel. WFMA will run a shuttle between the hotel and the Birchmere before and after each show. If you make reservations at thr hotel your room key will be your ticket to ride the shuttle. To purchase Monkees CD's, Videos and Collectable rare items, visit www.monkees.net The Monkees Alert list is moderated, meaning you cannot post directly to the list yourself. To submit an item for the list, send to: bradpager@flextools.com For info on posting to, subscribing, or removing yourself from this list, send an e-mail to: alert@flexquarters.com for an automatic response. 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