Remembering The Monkees

Today we pay tribute to the groovy sixties while remembering the beloved American band The Monkees.

It’s time to introduce your little ones to the timeless classic hit musical show “The Monkees” with this original clip of the opening theme song and video!

The Monkees are an American rock and pop band originally active between 1966 and 1971, with reunion albums and tours in the decades that followed.

They were formed in Los Angeles in 1965 by Bob Rafelson and Bert Schneider for the American television series The Monkees which aired from 1966 to 1968. Audiences adored the humorous antics of the band. Some fans think The Monkees were designed as an American counterpart to The Beatles.

Made for TV

Though made for TV, The Monkees had real-life hits and struggled against their “Pre-Fab Four” image. Some of their best-loved and number one hits included Neil Diamond’s “I’m a Believer” and “Last Train to Clarksville.”

More successful singles followed, including “Little Bit Me, Little Bit You,” “Pleasant Valley Sunday”, and “Daydream Believer” by John Stewart of the Kingston Trio..” SOURCES WIKIPEDIA, BIOGRAPHY

The Monkees won two Emmy Awards in 1967.  One for Outstanding Comedy Series and the other for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy.

Looking for more classic cartoons? Check out our Retro Category!

It’s packed full of cool content and videos from past good times!

Check out The Best of Batman for more sixties action.

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