The Monkees – Tapioca Tundra
cuong About the Song The Monkees’ Psychedelic Departure: Unpacking the Surreal Soundscape of Tapioca Tundra Released in 1968 as the B-side to the hit single “Valleri,” “Tapioca Tundra” stands as one…
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The Monkees – I Wanna Be Free
About the Song Long before The Monkees were known for their zany television antics and high-energy hits, they quietly introduced themselves to the world with a tender, melancholy ballad that…
The Monkees – She
About the Song When people think of The Monkees, they often picture the playful antics of their 1960s television show or their chart-topping bubblegum hits. But behind the humor and…
The Monkees’ Tragic Real Life Story
To many, The Monkees were the faces of joy, youth, and musical fun in the late 1960s. With their catchy hits, zany TV show, and Beatles-like popularity, they seemed like…
The Monkees – Randy Scouse Git
About the Song Of all the songs in The Monkees’ eclectic catalog, none captures the psychedelic spirit and cheeky subversion of the late 1960s quite like “Randy Scouse Git.” Written…
The Monkees – Mary, Mary
About the Song In the swirling landscape of 1960s pop and rock, The Monkees often stood at the center of a cultural contradiction. Criticized for being a “TV band” yet…
The Monkees – Goin’ Down
About the Song If you think you know The Monkees solely by their polished pop hits, buckle up—because “Goin’ Down” will absolutely challenge those expectations. Released in 1967 as the…
The Monkees – Valleri
About the Song There are certain songs that instantly transport you back to a time of transistor radios, Saturday morning TV, and the sweet simplicity of pop music at its…
The Monkees – Porpoise Song
About the Song Among the many surprising turns in The Monkees’ musical evolution, “Porpoise Song (Theme from Head)” stands as one of the most compelling. Released in 1968 as the…
The Monkees – Pleasant Valley Sunday
About the Song The Monkees – “Pleasant Valley Sunday”: A Sparkling Critique of Suburban Life Wrapped in Pop PerfectionReleased: July 1967 | Album: Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd. |…