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Song of the Week #150 – “I’m A Believer”

Written by admin on April 15, 2013 – 11:26 pm -

The Monkees - I'm A Believer singleThe Monkees’ smash hit “I’m a Believer” is Song of the Week on Classic Pop Icons.

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The Monkees announce US tour

Written by admin on August 8, 2012 – 4:37 pm -

The surviving members of the Monkees are hitting the road for a 12-date US tour in November.

This will be the first time that Mike Nesmith, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork have played together since 1997, and the band’s first live performance since Davy Jones’ sad death in February.

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Davy Jones of the Monkees dies aged 66

Written by admin on February 29, 2012 – 6:35 pm -

Davy Jones has sadly died of a heart attack aged 66.

The Monkees singer fell ill while visiting a ranch near his home in Indiantown, Florida, and was pronounced dead at the nearby Martin Memorial Hospital.

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Song of the Week #83 – “Last Train to Clarksville”

Written by admin on December 5, 2011 – 4:04 pm -

The Monkees - Last Train to Clarksville The Monkees’ debut hit “Last Train to Clarksville” is Song of the Week on Classic Pop Icons.

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The Monkees reuniting for 45th anniversary tour

Written by admin on February 22, 2011 – 9:43 pm -

The Monkees are set for a reunion tour of the UK in May. This will be the first time the group has played in the UK for 12 years.

The reunion comes 45 years after the Monkees’ hit show first appeared on US television. The show led to a string of huge hits and popular concert tours.

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