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Micky Dolenz Marks 25 Years of 'Breakfast With the Beatles' with Chris Carter
entertainment1 month ago

Micky Dolenz Marks 25 Years of 'Breakfast With the Beatles' with Chris Carter

On September 6, 2026, Monkees legend Micky Dolenz joined radio host Chris Carter at KLOS in Burbank to celebrate the 25th anniversary of 'Breakfast With the Beatles.' Dolenz, 81, shared anecdotes about his early career and a rare encounter with John Lennon, while Carter reflected on his tenure since 2001, including his decision to play 'Imagine' shortly after the September 11 attacks. The event highlighted the enduring popularity of the Sunday morning program in Southern California.

via New York Post|
#beatles#chris-carter#entertainment
Bobby Hart, Co-Writer of Monkees Classics, Dies at 86
entertainment1 year ago

Bobby Hart, Co-Writer of Monkees Classics, Dies at 86

Bobby Hart, a key songwriter for The Monkees known for hits like 'Last Train to Clarksville' and the theme song, has died at 86. He was instrumental in creating the Monkees' sound and had a successful career in music and television, collaborating with various artists and contributing to pop culture. Hart's partnership with Tommy Boyce produced numerous hits and he remained active in the music industry for decades.

via AP News|
#bobby-hart#entertainment#hits
Finding Freedom: Christian Nesmith's Journey to Overcoming the Monkee
music2 years ago

Finding Freedom: Christian Nesmith's Journey to Overcoming the Monkee

Christian Nesmith, son of Michael Nesmith from The Monkees, discusses his career outside of the Monkees orbit, including touring with Air Supply and the Led Zeppelin tribute band Led Zepagain, serving as the musical director for the first Russian production of Hair, and releasing collaborative albums with his wife Circe Link. He also talks about his YouTube and TikTok videos where he showcases his guitar skills, his experiences in the tribute band scene, and his solo album "Axe to Grind."

via Rolling Stone|
#christian-nesmith#guitarist#music
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions: Hits and Misses.
music3 years ago

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions: Hits and Misses.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has once again come under fire for its questionable induction choices, including country singer Willie Nelson and non-rock acts like Missy Elliott and Chaka Khan. Meanwhile, iconic bands like Iron Maiden and The Monkees have been snubbed. The exclusion of beloved artists like the Indigo Girls and Warren Zevon further highlights the Hall's irrelevance. The honor of being inducted into the Hall means little in the long run, as evidenced by the many no-shows over the years.

via Hollywood in Toto|
#indigo-girls#music#rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame