Issue 77 by The Purple Flower Gang

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25th Anniversary of the 20th Anniversary Tour

Fall 2011 Issue 77

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Inside:          Editor: Cindy Bryant With a little help from my friends, The PFG Road Crew, “the crazy lot!” An Official Monkees Fan Club Monkeeing Around Since 1987

David Gets Bugged in Council Bluffs, Iowa Milwaukee, Wisconsin R&R HOF Influence Over Popularity? The 25th Anniversary of the 20th Anniversary Tour Great Moments in Monkee History Pen Pals and E-Pals Introducing Becca Nelson Rhonda’s Story And

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In this issue Letter from the Editor ................ 3 Monkee history .......................... 4 Origin of The Phrases .............. 11 Introducing Becca Nelson ........ 13 Rhonda”s Story........................ 14 PFG Merchandise .................... 15 R&R HOF Influence Over Popularity? ........................................... 17 Hey Hey….Is This It? .............. 21 The Monkees Should Be In The R&R HOF ........................................ 23 The 25th Anniversary of the 20th Anniversary Tour ..................... 25 Personal Ads............................ 36 Mike News .............................. 38 David’s News .......................... 39 Micky News ............................ 40 The Monkees Rock Harrah’s .... 42 Davy Jones Gets Bugged .......... 45 PFG Photo Scrapbook .............. 46 Pen Pals and E-Pals.................. 48

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Dear Gang, Lots to share again in this issue.: two stories from the 4th Anniversary Tour’s stop in Council Bluff, Iowa and one from the last show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and more on the controversy or the Monkees and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Our BIG news is that for the first time ever we have PFG merchandise thanks to the talents of Becca Nelson and Lynda Wiles and the connections of Dawn Hoffman. Check out page15 if you ver wanted to show your PFG pride with a tee shirt , charm bracelet, or mug. Thanks to all who made this possible. We caught up with David again on November 5th at the Riverfront Convention Center in Bettendorf, Iowa and with a little help from Hazel surprised him with all the things he needed to celebrate Bonfire Day in style. More on that in the next newsletter. It seems like things are winding down and, I guess, for the end of the year , they are but, the end of the 45th Anniversary tour only means that our guys will be back to doing their own things and that means a lot more to look for-

ward to. Micky and David already have a few things lined up for 2012 and Peter won’t be far behind. Even Mike is hinting around that he is getting the performing bug so who knows what 2012 will bring!? We’re having fun on the facebook page and if you are on the internet I hope you will join us there. You will have to ask to join but once you are in you will love our cast of characters there. Not everyone there is a dues paying member who gets a newsletter but most are. The one nice thing about the facebook page is that you can interact with all the great people there. As always we need your stories and your photos too so please don’t be shy. We know that at least one of our guys reads the newsletter so what better way to tell them how much you enjoyed seeing them this summer. Have a safe holiday season and Happy holidays! See you in 2012! So what are you waiting for? Get reading! Cindy

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The Monkees begin rehearsal for live stage shows (1966) 2 Davy on syndicated show "Dick Clark's Music Bag" on KTTV in LA (1969) 2 David Jones, Peoria Civic Center Theatre, Peoria, Illinois (2002) 3 Larry Gelman 3 Lulu 5 "Last Train To Clarksville" #1(1966) 5 Peter Noone 5 Rob Grill 6 "The Card Carrying Red Shoes" (1967) 6 "Head" premieres in NYC (1968) 6 The Monkees (minus Mike) at Five Seasons, Cedar Rapids, Iowa (1986) 6 Colleen Johnson 7 "The Chaperone" (1966) 7 Johnny Rivers 9 Severn Darden 9 Maria Pinho Gomes Da Silva 10 David Jones in "Grease", Cincinatti, Ohio (1994) 11 Filming of the pilot of The Monkees begins (1965) 11 Micky on "Boy Meets World" (1994) 11 Jack Keller 11 Paul Cowsill 11 Diane Klosak 12 Neil Young 13 David Jones on "Shindig" on ABC (1965) 13 "The Wild Monkees" (1967) 14 "The Monkees" (Pilot) (1966)

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Freddie Garity Cindy Pilla Petula Clark Davy Stars as Fagin in "Oliver!" at the Hirshfield Theatre in Miami Beach, Florida November 17, 1989 through January 14, 1990 "Head" premieres Tuesday night at 8:30 pm at the Vogue Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood (1968) "A Coffin Too Frequent" (1967) "Monkees a La Carte" (1966) "I'm A Believer" released (1966) Diane Klosak Davy on "Tennessee Ernie Ford" special on NBC (1969) Jim Yester Tina Turner Bonnie Borgh "Hitting the High Seas (1967) "I've Got a Little Song Here" (1966) Bonnie Borgh (Happy birthday to my partner in crime!) Brenda Routh Wylie Denny Doherty Felix Cavaliere Davy on "Love American Style" on ABC (1973) Dick Clark David Jones at Front Street Station, Northumberland, Pennsylvania (1993) December

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David Jones at Shikellamy High School, Sunbury, Pennsylvania (1991) Michael on "Conan O'Brien" (1994) "Daydream Believer" #1 (four weeks) (1967) Michael on "Later" With Greg Kinnear" (1994 Janelle Scott David Jones at Marshall Field's, Chicago, Illinois (1987) David Jones in "Grease", Uihlein Hall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1994) The Monkees play their first concert ever to a sell-out crowd at the Honolulu International Center Arena in Hawaii David Jones in "Grease", Uihlein Hall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1994) "Monkees in Texas" (1967) "One Man Shy" (1966) David Jones at Marshall Field's, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin (1987)

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Len Lesser Peter Tork officially leaves the group after completing production on their TV special (1968) 8 Davy on "Letters to Laugh In with Gary Owens" (1969) 9 Donny Osmond 10 "I'm A Believer receives Gold Record (1966) 10 Davy on "The Brady Bunch" on ABC (1971) 11 Teri Garr 11 Richard Devon 11 "Monkees on The Wheel" (1967) 11 David Jones at Circleville, Ohio (1993) 11 Doug Marion 12 "Dance Monkee Dance" (1967) 14 George Furth 15 Rodney Bingenheimer 15 Dave Clark 16 Micky on "Conan O'Brien" (1993) 17 Anita Jones 17 David Jones in "Grease", Shubert Theatre, Chicago, Illinois (1994) 18 A repeat of September 11, 1967 "It's A Nice Place To Visit" (1967) 18 Keith Richards 19 "Too Many Girls" (1966) 19 MFQ records a live album at Club Quattro in Tokyo, Japan 20 Charlie Callas 21 Frank Zappa 21 Carl Wilson 21 James Elswick 22 Davy guest hosts "Music Scene" (1969) 22 Ivan Iannoli-Thorkelson (1975) 22 Robin and Maurice Gibb 23-27 The Monkees first appearance without Peter. They occupy the middle square on "Hollywood Squares" 23 Cyndi Torres 25 "The Christmas Show" (1967) 25 Little Richard 25 Phil Spector 26 "Son of A Gypsy" (1966) 27 Davy Jones on "Ben Casey" on ABC (1965) 27 Karen Sue Schwait 29 Ray Nitschke 30 Davy on "Make Room For Granddaddy" on ABC 30 David Jones (1945) 30 Michael Nesmith (1942)

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Beverly Ann Clark Red Rhodes Bo Diddley "I'm A Believer" #1 (seven weeks) (1966)

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The Monkees show premieres in England and Japan (1967) Bobbi Boyce Gregory Ashe Stephen Stills Michael Stipes The Monkees reunite at the Hard Rock Cafe in LA to receive five Platinum Records. Davy on the Tonight Show (1995) Henry Corden Davy Jones on The Farmer's Daughter on ABC (1966) Kenny Loggins "Fairy Tale" (1968) Ami Dolenz (1969) David (Jones) Bowie Jerry Yester (MFQ) (1943) "The Case of The Missing Monkee" (1967) Bill Cowsill More of The Monkees' album released (1967) Pat Smith Lester Sill Rip Taylor David Jones at Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Altoona, Iowa (1999) More of The Monkees receives Gold Record (1967) "Monkees Watch Their Feet" (1968) "I Was a Teenage Monster" (1967) NBC-TV buys "The Monkees" series (1966) Robyn Millan Phil Everly Janet Carbert DJB&H on "The Dinah Shore Show" (1976) "The Monsterous Monkee Mash" (1968) "Find The Monkees" (1967) Neil Diamond Lynda Moore Hallie Torkelson (1970) Vito Scotti David Jones at Moraine Valley College, Palos Hills, Illinois

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(2001) 28 The Monkees first appearance on the cover of TV Guide (January 28-February 3, 1967) 28 David Jones in "Rock and Roll Pom Pom Show", Atlantic City, New Jersey (1994) 29 "The Monkee's Paw" (1968) 29 David Jones in "Rock and Roll Pom Pom Show", Atlantic City, New Jersey (1994) 30 "Monkees in The Ring" (1967) 31 Christian Nesmith (1964) February 1 2 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 10 10 11 12 13 13 13 13

Don Everly Graham Nash Jonathan Nesmith (1968) The Monkees (as a Trio) on the Glen Campbell "Goodtime Hour" on CBS (1969) "The Devil and Peter Tork" (1968) David Jones at The Lady Luck Casino, Bettendorf, Iowa (1999) "The Prince & The Pauper" Rodney Bingenheimer appears as Davy's double (1967) John London Fabian Forte David Jones at The Lady Luck Casino, Bettendorf, Iowa (1999) David Jones in "Real Live Brady Bunch", Champaign, Illinois (1994) "Teardorp City" is released (1969) David Jones in "Real Live Brady Bunch", Charleston, Illinois (1994) Davy on "The Ed Sullivan Show" as the Artful Dodger from "Oliver!" The Beatles first U.S. appearance (1964) Deborah Stidham Carole King Barry Mann Jack Winter Davy on "Laugh-In" on NBC (1969) Beryl Leigh Gerry Goffin "Monkees Race Again" (1968) Peter Tork (1942) "Monkees at the Circus " (1967) Joe Perry David Jones "Evening With David Jones", Decatur, Illinois

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(1993) 13 David Jones in "Real Live Brady Bunch", Holiday Star, Merrillville, Indiana (1994) 14 Davy on "This Is Tom Jones" (1969) 14 DJB&H on "Don Kirshner's Rock Concert." (1976) 14 Rick Klein 15 "Instant Replay" is released (1969) 15 Michael Nesmith at Cubby Bear, Chicago, Illinois (1992) 16 Linda Jones 16 Ronda Russell 16 Sonny Bono 17 Gene Pitney 18 Bobby Hart (1939) 19 "Monkees in Paris" (1968) 19 "The Monkees" begin filming their first feature film "Changes," then called "Untitled," later retitled "Head" (1968) 19 Lou Christie 19 David Jones in "Real Live Brady Bunch", Mt. Pleasant, Michigan (1993) 20 "Captain Crocodile" (1967) 21 Bob Rafelson 22 MTV Pleasant Valley Sunday Marathon airs 45 episodes (1986) 23 The Monkees renewed for a second season (1967) 24 Michael wins first time ever Grammy Award for Video of The Year for "Elephant Parts" (1982) 25 George Harrison 25 David Jones at Circa 21, Rock Island, Illinois (1991) 26 Cyrus Faryar (MFQ) (1936) 26 David Jones at The Ingersol, Des Moines, Iowa (1991) 26 Johnny Cash 26 "The Monkees Mind Their Manor" (1968) 27 DJB&H on "The Mike Douglas Show" (1976) 27 "Monkees a La Mode" (1967) 27 David Jones at The Ingersol, Des Moines, Iowa (1991)26 Diana Ross 26 David Jones, Suffern, New York (1994) 27 "Monkees on The Line" (1967) 30 Eric Clapton 20 Monte Landis 22 Jack Nicholson 22 Glen Campbell 24 "Monkees on Tour" First season ends (1967) 24 Last show of the U.K. tour at Reading where they receive a Gold Disc on stage for their "Hey Hey! The Monkees Greatest Hits" LP and CD (1989)

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26 "Someday Man" b/w "Listen To The Band" released 26 Donna Lee Bascalla 26 Bobby Rydell 29 Tommy James 30 Bobby Vee

Earlier this year Papa Nez became Father Nez, becoming an ordained minister, to officiate the wedding of friends.

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Origin of the phrases Do you know the origin of these phrases heard in Monkees episodes. Checkout the Internet or on my website http:// kab.brinkster.net under FYI ( the web site was inadverdently left out of the last newsletter and should have been on the Quiz page. Sorry.) By Kim Boatman

"It is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all" (Mr. Schneider's comment in the episode "Monkee Chow Mien") From Alfred, Lord Tennyson's poem "In Memoriam"

any long an arduous questioning or interrogation. In "The Devil And Peter Tork", Blackbeard's quote "Yo Ho Ho. I smell the blood of an English man" A quote from the book "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.

"It's a far, far better thing I do than I have ever done before" (a comment in Peter's letter in the episode "Monkee Chow Mien") The last line from the Charles Dickens' novel "A Tale Of Two Cities"

The phrase “A stitch in time saves nine” (said by Micky in the episode Monkees Marooned) First said by Ben Franklin

The phrase "The third degree" (said by the Policeman in The Picture Frame) The origin can be found within the Masonic Lodge. Within the lodge there are 3 degrees: the Entered Apprentice, the Fellow craft and the Master Mason. To become a ThirdDegree or Master Mason, the highest rank, one must submit to questioning. The Mason's questioning for the third-degree was known to be an intense ordeal, frightening and unpleasant. Additionally, it is more physically challenging that the first two degrees. The term has come to be used for

The phrase “A watched pot never boils” (said by Micky in the episode Monkees Marooned) The proverb has been traced back to Elizabeth Gaskell's book Mary Barton (1848) In the episode Monkees In Texas, the quote said by Mike "Don’t fire until you see the whites of their eyes" General Israel Putnam said this at the battle of Bunker Hill during the Civil War "Thats funny it doesn’t look like a vast wasteland" (mentioned by Peter in the episode Captain Crocodile)

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"A jug of bread, a loaf of wine, and thou beside me in the wilderness," a line from a poem that Peter recites to Jan (in the episode Wild Monkees) Based loosely on The Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam by Edward Fitzgerald: "A book of verse beneath the bough. A loaf of bread, a jug of wine and thou beside me in the wilderness. And wilderness is paradise now."

tars resembling apples with a stick in them, so they were often referred to as Toffee Apples. During the war, if a guy tosses a hand grenade and says How do ya like them apples? It was something guys in the war said as a joke when they tossed grenades into the enemy trenches, as if to imply the enemy would be stupid enough to think grenades are apples. And it took on a different but similar meaning as I just screwed you over big time, how do ya like them apples?

Michael quotes poetry to one of the motorcycle members (in the episode Wild Monkees) "You're a thing of beauty to behold, sitting...like a manifold” It is based on the first stanza of Edition Book 1 by John Keats: "A thing of beauty is a joy to behold forever."

Now, If you think you’re so smart, try this one What is one possibility where the name the “Purple Flower Gang” came from? The origin of the name Purple Flower gang could have come from the Purple Gang. They were predominately Jewish bootleggers and hijackers in the 1920s, operating out of Detroit, Michigan

BONUS: Try this phrase from Head The phrase “How about them apples” (said by Mike in the movie Head) It was used in World War I. A Stokes gun fired mor-

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in time though and Mom and I had a blast!! Well, if I hadn't caught the Monkee fever yet, I sure had after that! The other kids at school had their notebooks decorated with Leonardo DiCaprio and I had mine covered with pictures of Davy Jones! My 8th grade paper career prediction was "most likely to organize a Monkees reunion!" When I got old enough to be driving myself around and planning adventures, I found out that the guys did solo shows and Mom and I jumped on tickets to see Davy Jones one state over. We got to the car afterwards and just sat there looking at our camera with the coveted photo of us standing next to Davy Jones...insert a deep sigh and some starry eyes here.

Ed. Note: I want to take a moment to welcome Becca Nelson to the PFG! We met online and she is on the PFG Facebook page. Besides bringing her mom and her love of the Monkees to the PFG, Becca is extremely creative and shares our warped sense of humor. Becca created our new logo. By the way Becca, I was tempted to send this back and make you do it all over again...just because I could!

Concerts always end with, "...well the next show is only 12 hours away....we could make it...." So to say I was excited when I learned of the big 45th Anniversary Tour would be the understatement of the year! And I decided to do something I'd wanted to do for a long time- start my own fan page. I was very nervous about it and wondered if anyone would take any interest in my little Monkee haven (listentotheband.weebly.com). But to my immense joy, I've met so many wonderful people- like you guys in The Purple Flower Gang! I'm so excited to have a great group of friends who love our guys!

My name is Becca and I'm just nuts...for The Monkees I mean... I used to listen to records with my older sister when I was little and she introduced me to Steppin' Stone at about the age of 4. As I grew, I would always come back to the Monkees records- pull them out and listen on my Fisher Price record player in our dining room floor. In the summer of 1997 I found out that The Monkees would be coming to MY town for a concert!! That was a great year, the shows played on TV, the music was all over the radio and I was excited as could be for the big day...that I almost missed thanks to a sneaky case of walking pneumonia! Got better just

So this June, Mom and I jumped up at the crack of dawn to drive to our first show in Virginia armed with hours' worth of Monkees music for

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the ride. We got seats up front but it wasn't long before we were up at the stage dancing and singing along. We met the guys afterwards ("How's my make-up? " "Looks good, mine?" "Good... hair??" Good, how's mine?!") and they were all as sweet as could be, it seemed like they had all the time in the world for us! Well, after that, all it took was a quick look at each other and we knew- we were going on a road trip. We packed up and hit two more shows up north- each one seemed even better than the

last! We felt like we were on top of the world every time the guys ran out on stage! I can't wait to see them again, but until then, I'll get my kicks hanging out with my Monkee-lovin' pals, listening to Monkee tunes and watching Monkee shows- I still laugh every time! The Monkees are my happy place and my happy place just got a lot bigger thanks to you! Welcome Becca!

Rhonda's Story By Rhonda Grumbling Cope sings the entire version of Purple Haze. I wanted to see him do it, even though I had seen him at two other venues, in Indiana and again in Dallas in 2008. The Monkees and the Raiders both recorded the song "Not Your Stepping Stone." I had forgotten about that. Micky And Mark Lindsay sang it together. Micky also performed his signature song Last Train to Clarksville, and Pleasant Valley Sunday, and the now famous Davy joke.

My husband and I traveled to Stafford Texas to see the Teen Idols. The three that performed were Peter Noone of Hurmans Hermits, Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders, and Micky Dolenz of the Monkees. They started out with the Beatle song "I saw her standing there." All three took turns performing the songs that made them teen idols.

The concert was great. The only drawback was the lighting which was not favorable to getting good concert pictures. I did get good shots of Micky during the meet and greet. Micky called me darling four times! If you have seen teen idols you know it's a great show, if you have not then treat yourself and you will have a great time.

When Micky's turn came up he told the story of when Jimmi Hendrix was on tour with the Monkees. He started the song Purple Haze then stopped in the middle and began imitating the audience. If you see Micky's solo concert, he

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PFG Merchandise Thanks to Becca Nelson, Dawn Hoffman and Lynda Wiles, we have some PFG merchandise to offer and after 20+ years it is about time! This is a mug we gave David on November 5th when he did his show in Bettendorf, Iowa. I can have this made with just the logo. Or you can choose a mouse pad or key chain. $15 each includes postage. You can order through me: Cindy Bryant 903 E 2nd Street 1A Muscatine, Iowa 52761 Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll order it and have it sent directly to your address.

The Polo shirt was given to David on November 5th along with the mug. Both shirts can be ordered with the form on the next page.

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I make jewelry as a hobby and can make these pretty silver plated bracelets with enameled purple flower charm for $6.00 plus $3,80p&p.Paypal only please. These will be sent from the UK so take a little time to arrive. Afraid I cannot guarantee delivery in time for Christmas but will do my best !If you would like one contact me at lyndawiles@yahoo.co.uk.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Lynda Wiles

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Rock Hall Of Fame Supposed Influence More Important Than Mass Popularity From Goldmine Blogger Phil Marder Should Charles Brown be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame before Todd Rundgren or Jeff Lynne? By Phill Marder

because there’s enough for a whole year’s worth of blog entries Charles Brown – The Hall of Fame biography states, “Charles Brown was a major musical figure in the pre-rock and roll era of the late Forties and early Fifties.” and later states “Brown’s mellow blues stylings fell out of favor during the rock and roll revolution of the Fifties.” Nothing against Brown, but the guy – according to the Hall of Fame, itself – wasn’t even popular during the Rock & Roll era, so why is he in the Hall of Fame when so many famous rockers are not? Well, according to the Hall of Fame biography, he had a lot of rhythm & blues hits in the ’40s and he’s often cited as an influence on Ray Charles. Great. Then he should be in the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. If he must be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, why not in the “Early Influence” category I asked when this article was first printed as Brown was listed in the Performer category by the Hall of Fame website. Readers Roy and Tom Lane questioned this (see comments) and the next day (10-182011) Brown’s category was changed to Early Influence. Good job gentlemen. “Guitarists ranging from Eric Clapton and Mike Bloomfield, to Peter Green, Jeff Beck and Carlos Santana have all acknowledged their debt to Freddie King (19341976), the ‘Texas Cannonball,’” says the Hall of Fame. And they owe nothing to any other guitarist? The HOF resume of BB King states, “His influence on a generation of rock and blues guitarists –

Sifting through a year’s worth of comments, or influence and other stuff that doesn’t mean squat… Over the past year I’ve gotten a lot of mail and just about every piece has appeared in print, with the one or two that were complimentary receiving priority. But we’ve still got readers using the “I” word, the most overused and meaningless word around, except, perhaps, diva. Now, why do I loathe and detest the word influence? I was puzzled myself. Never used to have violent reactions to that word. What suddenly made me cringe whenever I saw it in print? After much thought, the source of my discontent revealed itself. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame keeps inducting artists who are cult favorites while ignoring true Rock & Roll giants. And almost every time I’d read the bio or publicity release issued by the RRHOF, the word influence was the reason as in, “they/he/she didn’t sell five records in their lifetime, but they were a huge influence on every artist who ever lived. There’s no way to prove it. Just take our word for it because we nominated them and voted them in and we (the 30 or 40 members of the nominating committee) know better than all you saps out there buying the music.” Some examples – and just a few

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including Eric Clapton (again), Mike Bloomfield and Stevie Ray Vaughan – has been inestimable.” King is quoted as saying, “We don’t play Rock and Roll. Our music is Blues, straight from the Delta” and the HOF calls him “the genre’s (Blues) most recognizable and influential artist.” Meanwhile, a truly great guitarist who actually played on many Rock & Roll hits can’t get a nomination. I speak of Glen Campbell.

lous statement if taken as fact. Eno’s point is made, though. They were “highly influential.” But how many of those inspired to start bands were inspired because they felt, “these guys are so bad, we can’t be any worse!”? So I offer my own ridiculous statement – “Chicago sold only six billion albums, but every horn player in the universe bought one and was inspired to join or start a Rock & Roll band.” As insane as that remark is, it certainly makes more sense than Eno’s quote, or the Hall of Fame’s, for that matter. For those who have complained about Percy Sledge’s induction, take this, the opening line of Sledge’s bio on the Hall of Fame website – “If Percy Sledge had only recorded ‘When a Man Loves a Woman,’ one of the greatest of all soul songs, he would have earned his place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.” Really? One song gets you into the Hall of Fame? That’s like a guy going into Cooperstown after hitting a home run in his first at-bat, then adding a few singles mixed in with a ton of strikeouts over the next couple decades. Isn’t there supposed to be a great body of work? How about all the great songs recorded by Mary Wells, Jerry Butler, Dionne Warwick etc., etc.? How about Neil Sedaka, Jack Scott, Freddy Cannon, US Bonds, Johnny Rivers, etc.? How about some I haven’t even written about, such as the great Chuck Jackson, who could sing circles around Sledge. But wait…I forgot…who was on Atlantic Records? And the dreck has continued year after year. This years bios tell us: “Together, the Small Faces and Faces have been a lasting inspiration on artists like the Black

The Velvet Underground “one of the most important rock & roll bands of all time”? Here’s one of my favorites. Again, from the Hall of Fame biography – “The influence of the Velvet Underground on rock greatly exceeds their sales figures and chart numbers. They are one of the most important rock and roll bands of all time, laying the groundwork in the Sixties for many tangents rock music would take in ensuing decades. Yet just two of their four original studio albums ever even made Billboard’s Top 200, and that pair – The Velvet Underground and Nico (#171) and White Light/White Heat (#199) – only barely did so.” How can you make statements like that? How can you prove they were so influential or one of the most important bands of all time. Who’s saying this nonsense? Hardly anyone bought their records. Why? Because they couldn’t play and couldn’t sing. And most of their songs weren’t even very good. Brian Eno is quoted as saying, “The first Velvet Underground album only sold 10,000 copies, but everyone who bought it formed a band.” First of all, that’s a ridicu-

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Crowes, the Jam’s Paul Weller, the Replacements and Oasis,” like all the great artists yet to be nominated never inspired anyone. “In the 1990s, (Joan) Jett’s no-nonsense attitude and guitar sound was a major influence on the riot grrrl movement, and she went on to produce Bikini Kill and record with L7. Her success inspired renewed interest in the Runaways, who were dismissed in their day as a gimmick.” Not really. They were dismissed as being not very good. As far as the influence part goes, ever hear of Fanny, Marianne Faithful, Cher? How ’bout the baddest of the bad girls – Nancy Sinatra? And didn’t Suzi Quatro have the black leather, biker chick look a couple years before the Runaways. Yes, she did. But the Shangri-Las had it years before Quatro, too. Chaka Khan? “…influencing pop stars and critical favorites from Mary J. Blige to Ledisi. (It is impossible to imagine the contemporary hip-hop-soul diva without Khan’s earthy, rhythmically savvy template.)” My sentiments exactly. The HOF bio acknowledges Eric B. & Rakim made just four albums, BUT “All four albums were hugely influential – it is difficult to imagine contemporary stars like Jay-Z and Eminem existing at all without them.” I’m sure both Jay-Z and Eminem would be washing cars now if not for Eric B. & Rakim. Laura Nyro? “Elton John acclaimed her influence to Elvis Costello: “The soul, the passion, the out-and-out audacity of her rhythmic and melody changes was like nothing I’d ever heard before.” Get the picture? You can take any artist you like and find someone to call them influential. Worse still,

you can find some pretentious “music critic” to make outlandish statements, and quote them in your supportive bios. “The Clash is the only band that matters” and “The Clash brought Great Britain to its knees.” !Yikes! There were a lot of bands selling a lot more records, so evidently other bands did matter, especially to a music industry basing its survival on sales. As for the Great Britain quote, even the American colonies didn’t bring that Empire to its knees. We just kicked its shins a few times. The Nazi bombing of London may be the only event to bring the Empire to its knees…and even that wasn’t for long. Brit rhymes with grit, you know. I liked The Clash, but other bands – The Moody Blues, The Guess Who, even bands such as The Grass Roots and The Buckinghams and hundreds of others – also mattered. Should the Small Faces be inducted before The Monkees, The Moody Blues, Deep Purple or Rush? When I asked him to provide proof of the Small Faces’ “influence,” reader Steve very articulately and politely responded, “’Proof’ as you’ve described it is pretty much unprovable. All I have to go by are the countless artists who have cited (Steve) Marriott as one who inspired them. The list is considerable, and goes back to Robert Plant (a fan of Small Faces), Paul Stanley, Steve Perry, Rod Stewart himself, and especially Chris Robinson who has praised Marriott on many occasions.” Point taken. But again, I really doubt if Plant or any of the others

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Steve mentioned would have been tax accountants or professional boxers or something else if they hadn’t heard Marriott. So, I give Steve – and you – this quote from Plant: “When I was a kid I used to hide behind the curtains at home at Christmas and I used to try and be Elvis.” He didn’t try to be Steve Marriott, he tried to be Elvis. And for every Paul Stanley and Steve Perry inspired by Marriott, I can give you an example such as Brian Wilson saying of The Monkees, perhaps, according to fan reaction, the biggest Rock Hall omission to date, “The Monkees inspired me to write ‘Break Away’ with my dad.” Or what about Taylor Swift, perhaps the biggest star out there today, who recently named Bon Jovi one of her influences? And speaking of Elvis (sorry Declan, there’s only one Elvis), isn’t he “the King Of Rock & Roll?” Wasn’t one of his favorite singers Dean Martin? You can hear Martin in many of Elvis’ vocal inflections. You even can see Martin in many of Elvis’ mannerisms. If you’re going to put people into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on the basis of influence, why isn’t Dean Martin in there? Before I leave you, back to Nyro. I wrote “Laura Nyro – May have more nominations than memorable songs written” and concerning Chaka Khan I said, “In all the years I’ve studied this subject, never once have I seen or heard this group (Rufus) or Chaka Khan mentioned as one that should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Not once.” For Eric B. & Rakim, I simply wrote, “Who?” On Facebook, a gentleman commented, “…the Laura Nyro diss is

stupid. And if you don’t know who Eric B. & Rakim are, do some research. And the Chaka Khan slam is also ignorant. BTW- the nominating committee has previously considered her in the past.” The “diss” (wow, I got to use cool, new lingo) was stupid? Nyro has been nominated the last three years and, in my opinion, only wrote two truly memorable songs, “And When I Die” and “Wedding Bell Blues.” The former became memorable thanks to the talent of Blood, Sweat & Tears, the latter thanks to a great showing by the Fifth Dimension. I considered “Eli’s Coming,” but that really took a great job by Three Dog Night to make it a smash. Nyro, herself, had no hits and her albums sold moderately, at best. She was good, and she wrote other good songs, but, as I stated, “Maybe she deserves it (induction). But before Burt Bacharach & Hal David, Bob Crewe, Jimmy Webb, PF Sloan, Thom Bell and countless other songwriting greats?” Of course, that’s probably a stupid question, too. Laura Nyro, the greatest songwriter not yet inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame? The Chaka Khan “slam” ignorant? Maybe. I didn’t realize it was a “slam.” To me, it’s just fact. What I wrote was factual. The nominating committee previously considered her? What’s that mean…they sat around a table and someone said, “What about Chaka Khan?” I wasn’t at that table, and it’s not likely I’ll ever be invited, so nobody ever recommended her to me – verbally or in written form – and that’s what I stated. Just ignorant fact. As for the research com-

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ment, the “Who?” was written tongue in cheek because I would imagine most Goldmine readers would have that response. But if I or any reader of Goldmine has to “do some research” to learn about someone who is nominated for the Hall of Fame, then they shouldn’t be nominated. Chubby Checker and approximately 1,000 other artists never nominated, have more Hall of Fame credentials than Eric B. & Rakim and I wouldn’t have to do research to find out who they are. The biggest problem I’ve seen the last year is that the Hall of Fame has no criteria except the 25year rule. That’s why the word “influence” is so prominent in their prose. In many cases, there’s nothing else to justify their selections.

Next time, we’re going to offer some criteria that actually can be substantiated by fact, not just opinion, and some other changes the Rock Hall may wish to consider. If you have any suggestions, please place them in the comment section. We’re also going to take a close look at just what constitutes “Rock & Roll,” another hot button topic among readers. Maybe, just maybe, we can influence the Hall of Fame enough that it actually gets in tune with the public. Did I just use the word influence? Quick – hand me a gun.

Hey Hey!.............is this it? Sory and Photos By Ronda Russell

Not knowing it at the time being at Festa Italiana in Milwaukee, WI on July 23rd, might have been a moment in history. Maybe the last moment in Monkee history? If I’m asked, “Do you have any hobby’s?” my answer is, going to concerts. I love anything from the 60’s through the 80’s. If an artist made a 45 (you remember that small black piece of plastic we thought of asgold) than I’m there getting my ticket. I don’t have a IPod. I own a jukebox. I call it my big *ss IPod This summer I saw around 10 concerts. A few were Bon Jovi, Rick Springfield, Heart,

Peter Noone, Motley Crue, Poison and Def Leppard. All were fantastic shows BUT.......I was surprised to see the largest band was The Monkees concert. There must have been 8 or more band members, besides Peter, Micky & Davy. It was impressive. These guys sang their hearts out and had a lot of fun doing it. One of my favorite parts of the concert was the pictures and footage that was showing on the big screens. It brought back so many happy memories. The ones we are all looking for when we go see this trio. It was also a longer concert than most.

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Each one did their personal favorites as well as songs from the LP and Movie “Head”. Davy did a awesome job of singing and dancing to Daddy’s Song on stage while at the same time the original version from Head was playing on the big screens. Adding the traditional jokes and slap stick comedy. All that energy from guys who could collect social security.

What we didn’t know, was this was the last show these guys put on. More where scheduled but fell through. Part of me felt sad to find this out, but grateful I got to experience them one more time. Love and miss you guys! Ronda Russell

More from Phil Marder’s Blog

The Monkees should be on the next train to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (No. 47 in a series on artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but are not) By Phill Marder Just about one year ago, this column/blog made its Goldmine debut. Most of the articles have been dedicated to profiling artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but are not. And in each column I have tried to give the reasons why I support those profiled. As promised, you haven’t read “Big Star should be in the Hall of Fame because I like them” or “The Small Faces should be in the Hall of Fame before The Monkees because I think so.” Not unless you read the comments, that is. The list of those profiled is extensive: Jack Scott; Burt Bacharach & Hal David; Chubby Checker; Donovan; Bon Jovi; Donna Summer; America; The Guess Who; Jeff Lynne; Neil Sedaka; Chicago; Cher; Kiss; Hall & Oates; Mary Wells; The Miracles; The Marvelettes; Todd Rundgren, Heart; Jan & Dean; Linda Ronstadt; The Moody Blues; Rush;

Jay & The Americans; Jimmy Buffett; The Cars; Bob Crewe; Paul Revere & The Raiders; Deep Purple; The Smiths; Connie Francis; Johnny Rivers; Jethro Tull; Def Leppard; Cliff Richard; Tommy James & The Shondells; The EStreet Band; The Crickets; The Comets; The Pet Shop Boys; Freddy Cannon; Gary US Bonds; Yes; Glen Campbell; Duran Duran; The Cure; The Monkees; Paul Anka; Bobby Vee; Foreigner; Lionel Richie & The Commodores; Brook Benton; Bobby Day; Gerry & The Pacemakers; Herman’s Hermits; Manfred Mann; The Searchers; The Troggs; The Zombies. Quite a list and, believe it or not, there’s still a few I haven’t gotten to yet. In my mind, they all should have been in the Hall of Fame already. But which ones do Goldmine readers agree with – at least so far? It’s time to sum up as the HOF nominating committee should be busy making its choices

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for the next class, if it hasn’t already. So just who has garnered the most support over the year and who do Goldmine readers think should be on this year’s list of nominees? Clicking the “thumbs up” symbol at the close of each article, I assume means you agree with the piece. Either that or you confused it with another finger. So we’ll take the 10 profiled who received the most “thumbs up” and presume these would be Goldmine readers’ choices. But first, under my favorite rule – “it’s my blog & I’ll do what I want to” – we can induct Bob Crewe and the team of Hal David & Burt Bacharach as nonperformers, since they were primarily writers and we can add Bon Jovi, Donovan and Donna Summer because they were nominated last year and didn’t get in, though their credentials were much more substantial than almost all those who did. And don’t start crying “Bon Jovi sucks” and “Donna Summer isn’t Rock & Roll.” A zillion fans have a different opinion of Bon Jovi and Donna Summer rocks a lot harder than many already in the Hall of Fame, disco beat or not. The E-Street Band, with 544 recommendations, ranks second on the list of “thumbs up” from Goldmine readers, but should receive automatic induction to rectify the previous, unjustified slight which saw them passed over when Bruce went in. Likewise, The Miracles (with Smokey Robinson), The Comets (with Bill Haley) and The Crickets (with Buddy Holly). Linda Ronstadt and The Moody Blues got their fair share of “thumbs up,” but really connected

with comments, most of which were positive. So they qualify for “Goldmine recommendations.” So there’s seven new inductees (Bacharach & David counting as one) and four corrections. Then, toss in one shoo-in from the newly eligibles, Guns N’ Roses, and that makes 12. Now for our top 10. Yes, this would make a big induction class, but who cares? Twenty-two went in the second year, 16 the first. And what’s fair is fair. The object is to get those who truly deserve to be inducted inducted. For Goldmine readers, these 10 truly deserve, according to the number of “thumbs up” received: (1) The Monkees (1149) – The pre-fab four easily outdistanced all competition, getting more than twice as many “thumbs up” as the runner-up E-Street Band…so far. If you don’t like them, try to keep an open mind. They represent everything a Hall of Fame should be about…massive popularity, massive success, instant recognition. (2) The E-Street Band (544) – Goldmine readers pretty much proved Bruce Springsteen’s backup band was recording more than the required 25 years ago. Loyal followers made Todd Rundgren No. 3 in this list of Rock Hall hopefuls (3) Todd Rundgren (404) – Though Todd was one of the earliest selections and I certainly believe he belongs in the HOF, I must admit I was surprised at the strong support he received. No question, he’s an obvious choice. (4) Deep Purple (234) –

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ing. Longevity and quality does count.

The English veterans have piled up impressive stats over the years and their immense and faithful fan base pushed them near the top of the list.

Just missing the top 10 – or “Bubbling Under” in musical jargon – was Heart which garnered 135 “thumbs up.” I had the pleasure of seeing them this summer, and they remain an incredible band and should be inducted soon. Cliff Richard (94) and Jeff Lynne (79) also posted respectable numbers and should receive careful consideration.

(5) The Smiths (232) – Right behind Deep Purple – and this order could change at any minute – is Morrissey’s cult favorites and critics’ delight. But unlike most favorites of the critics, The Smiths demonstrated legitimate talent and, consequently, sold records.

Canadian supergroups The Guess Who & Rush have gained surprisingly little support

(6) Duran Duran (201) – Speaking of selling records, few bands have sold more worldwide than the Fab Five. Proved long ago they’re not just a bunch of pretty faces.

A friend who recently stopped by looked at the list of those profiled and his first response was, “The Guess Who’s not in?” The Guess Who received support, but not what I expected, and Rush was a big disappointment, considering the fanaticism of their fan base. Maybe Goldmine doesn’t reach Canada. But Kiss also limped in with a very low number, only about half of that received by The Cars. Early selections, those whose careers peaked in the ’50s or early ’60s, are at a distinct disadvantage because there are fewer followers left alive and most are at the age where internet use isn’t a priority. Of those, Connie Francis easily drew the strongest support and Jay & the Americans had their share of backing. Glen Campbell, Jan & Dean, Johnny Rivers and Jack Scott each hit double figures but were nowhere near the leaders. Does your opinion mean anything? Maybe, maybe not. But I do know at least some members of the nominating committee have

(7) The Cure (201) – Tied with Duran Duran because they’re in the same article, The Cure’s following no doubt contributed mightily to their strong showing on this list. (8) Jethro Tull (176) – One doesn’t think of Ian Anderson’s various combinations as mainstream, but years after their peak they still command a lot of love, respect and admiration. And their accomplishments merit Hall of Fame recognition. (9) Yes (157) – The story of Yes finished ninth in the “thumbs up” category but drew a large number of passionate comments – most positive. In fact, the Yes story was in the Top 5 most popular stories until just recently. (10) Jimmy Buffett (152) – When I included Jimmy Buffett in the series, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The response was hearten-

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been reading “Great Blogs of Fire” the past year, which means they’re also privy to your comments. While we’ve been critical of the Hall of Fame, I hope we’ve also been fair. Some of you have given up on the Hall of Fame, but Rock & Roll is my music, thus the Hall of Fame is my Hall of Fame. So, in the words of the immortal Curtis Mayfield, I’m gonna keep on pushing. Tadwashere left this comment on Facebook – “Just curious… What are you going to write about when you are done working through the list of people who aren’t in the hall of fame?” Well, there’s still a few

more HOF entries to go, and then a couple other topics I think Goldmine readers will enjoy. Stuff such as the “Goldmine’s 20 Greatest Doo Wop Groups.” It’s not listed under “Great Blogs of Fire,” but can still be found under “Articles” if you scroll down a few hundred times (not that many, really). That ranked in the Top 5 most popular list for quite some time. I have had some requests…but I’m gonna keep writing, anyway (badaboom). If you’d like to add your requests or thoughts, feel free to submit your comments.

THE 25th ANNIVERSARY OF THE 20th ANNIVERSARY (ALTERNATE TITLE): ANOTHER PLEASANT VALLEY SUNDAY By: Bonnie Borgh With a Little Help From My Friends Kimmi Wright and Cindy Bryant

Bonnie Borgh, Cindy Bryant, Susan Jensen, Jeff Smith, and Kimmi Wright—”We Hang Out”

Bonnie: It was forty-five years ago today The Monkees learned to sing and play They’ve been going in and out of

style But they’re still guaranteed to raise a smile So let me re-introduce to you The group we’ve loved for all these

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years Come along and “Listen to The Band”!

person I spoke to that I was going to see my favorite band after almost 10 years!! The Monkees were once again monkeeing around and I was once again struck by Monkee Fever, starry eyes and all!

Bonnie: When The Gang learned that The Monkees were comin’ to our state again, we had to figure out a way to make that scene. Who would have thought way back in September of 1966 that “Someday Man” I would have an opportunity to see them (collectively and/or individually) 166 times from ocean to shining ocean. “I’m A Believer” now! Kimmi: “When love comes knocking at your door, just open up and let them in.” It was indeed a magic carpet ride! After 10 years or so, us Iowa Girls were excited to hear that ¾’s of the “4 insane boys “ were once again re-uniting to celebrate Our 20th Anniversary of Our 20th Anniversary and a fourth! Doesn’t that sound much sweeter than 45th??? ;) So after arranging convenient seating, I purchased 3 tickets and Bonnie , Mumsy and I started planning a PFG Road Crew Trip! That’s always exhilarating! I offered to drive, which turned out to be a very motivational decision. I cleaned the cab of my car spotless so my friends and I could ride in style! Well, comfortably anyways. I’m not sure that a Hyundai is exactly “hip,” but she knows her way to a Monkees concert! I’m pretty sure she could drive herself safely on her own to any destination that involves a Monkee but I won’t be testing that idea any time soon. We’ll just have to take my word for it. Am I off topic? Get used to that! Leading up to the day of the concert, I was telling every

Bonnie: Cindy and I were able to gang up and journey from the Far East (Bettendorf/Muscatine), pick up Kimmi [Monkee (fan) in the Middle] {Thanks for the tour of your house! Your “Star Wars” room is outasite!}, and journey to the Wild Wild West (Council Bluffs) on Sunday, July 03, 2011. Thanks to the marvels of modern technology, we’ve had the privilege of seeing highlights of “The Monkees on Tour” from their British dates beginning in May continuing on across America via “YouTube”. It is definitely the next best thing to being there! Kimmi: July 3rd, I was up bright and early, showered, shampooed, clean underwear and all! I had my few items packed that I consider to be essentials. Juice, crackers, fruit chews, Dr. Pepper, bug spray, my Monkees jacket and my Monkees Bt George Michael Dolenz! I think we’ve been spotted!

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pure sunshine! After a brief tour of the parking lot (I hate breaking tradition!), I made a phone call to my new found friend and we found our way to the front doors. I waited inside with our goody bags that we had made for each of the guys, while Bonnie went back to the car to grab the purple roses that Mumsy had ordered special. While waiting, I was blessed to see Peter walking past me to head into the buffet. I watched to see if he would share a smile but he was focused on his path. I didn’t interrupt him. I just enjoyed the view. I was extremely happy and grateful to see him in good health and able to participate with this tour. It was a beautiful site! I’m sorry you two missed it but I did try!! ;)

Don’t look now, David, but they’re back!

CD’s, in chronological order, mostly. I did grab the correct CD case this time! :D I anxiously watched out the front window, waiting for my partners in crime to arrive. After hugs and a few jestingly exchanges, I gave Bonnie a quick tour, we used the facilities and finally headed to Ankeny to leave Bonnie’s car at the hotel. After doing so, we returned to my place to grab my lawn chair that I overlooked while packing. Food and my Monkees jacket were obviously more important! Duh. After throwing in my Poison green chair, that I bought in Illinois, I think, at Davy’s show, we FINALLY and officially began our PFG Road Trip in honor of Our 20th Anniversary of Our 20th Anniversary and a fourth on a beautiful Pleasant Harrah’s Sunday! OK, it wasn’t so beautiful to start. Rain clouds hovered and seemed to enjoy threatening us with their gloomy and drizzly appearance. The closer we got to Council Bluffs, the quicker they dissipated and eventually were nowhere to be found. The once fearless overcast was no match for Monkee Men!!!! Once we arrived at Harrah’s, it was

Bonnie: I don’t suppose The Monkees saw me in the crowd of among 22,000 during their two concerts at Burlington Steamboat Days on June 20, 1986. It was ninety-something degrees, and there I was wearing a replica of Mike’s green wool hat. It’s hard to know what possessed me to do that … Cindy: One of my favorite lines come from The intro to Destination Truth on Sci-Fi channel when Josh is introducing himself and admits…”I’ve done some things I can’t quite explain…” Bonnie: since I’m a bona fide Davy Jones’ fan, but I suppose it was just in keeping with the spirit of the occasion. I know Cindy didn’t see me (even though she was there) because we hadn’t met yet. In 1986, Kimmi was close to my age

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I got gifts from the Gang! I got gifts from the Gang!

when The Monkees first debuted on NBC in 1966. At 4:00 pm on that very hot afternoon, I saw David, Micky, and Peter on stage for the very first time. I was hypnotized. I was drawn like a magnet towards the stage. I perched behind a parking meter (of all places) outside of the fenced VIP section for the entire 4:00 pm show and once again for the entire 8:00 pm show. That Was Then; I was hooked. Kimmi: July 3rd, I was up bright and early, showered, shampooed, clean underwear and all! I had my few items packed that I consider to be essentials. Juice, crackers, fruit chews, Dr. Pepper, bug spray, my Monkees jacket and my Monkees CD’s, in chronological order, mostly. I did grab the correct CD case this time! :D I anxiously watched out the front window, waiting for my partners in crime to arrive. After hugs and a few jestingly exchang-

es, I gave Bonnie a quick tour, we used the facilities and finally headed to Ankeny to leave Bonnie’s car at the hotel. After doing so, we returned to my place to grab my lawn chair that I overlooked while packing. Food and my Monkees jacket were obviously more important! Duh. After throwing in my Poison green chair, that I bought in Illinois, I think, at Davy’s show, we FINALLY and officially began our PFG Road Trip in honor of Our 20th Anniversary of Our 20th Anniversary and a fourth on a beautiful Pleasant Harrah’s Sunday! OK, it wasn’t so beautiful to start. Rain clouds hovered and seemed to enjoy threatening us with their gloomy and drizzly appearance. The closer we got to Council Bluffs, the quicker they dissipated and eventually were nowhere to be found. The once fearless overcast was no match for Monkee Men!!!! Once we arrived at Harrah’s, it was pure sunshine! After a brief tour of the parking lot (I hate breaking tradition!), I made a phone call to my new found friend and we found our way to the front doors. I waited inside with our goody bags that we had made for each of the guys, while Bonnie went back to the car to grab the purple roses that Mumsy had ordered special. While waiting, I was blessed to see Peter walking past me to head into the buffet. I watched to see if he would share a smile but he was focused on his path. I didn’t interrupt him. I just enjoyed the view. I was extremely happy and grateful to see him in good health and able to participate with this tour. It was a beautiful site! I’m sorry you two missed it but I did try!! ;) We then handed off our gift bags and were assured later on that the guys did receive them! J

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An ALMOST perfect picture!

We didn’t do much exploring. After receiving some wise advice, we agreed to stay and keep the car parked where it was. We were informed that the few parking spaces would quickly fill up. Due to the flooding of the lower parking lot, it was limited. So we stayed and got our bearings as to where we needed to be in line. While doing so, I was excited to discover that they had a mini candy store! You know, like glass candy bowls with the metal lids, filled with licorice sticks, taffy, hard candy sticks and Chewy Sour Sprees! Those were a hit with one of our Security Guys. I enjoy the reaction of my subject when they discover the sourness of my offering. Bah hah hah!! It’s always priceless! So anyways… eventually the gates were opened and we made our way towards the stage. We ended up stage right, I think, on the outside of the fenced

in reserved seats. They were apparently sold out when I purchased our tickets but several of those seats remained empty. I’m not surprised considering all of the negative comments we heard in regards to the local management. Very disappointing! I had a wonderful experience, though! When the show started, my heart flipped and didn’t stop fluttering until the next day! Bonnie has the set list and it was outstanding! I was in awe the entire show. Micky is still as adorable as ever! :D Peter had a lot of energy and looked fantastic! Love those pants! Davy was as bubbly as cute as ever! Daddy’s song was outstanding! I think that’s Bonnie’s favorite live song now. Bonnie: This Is Now; I’m still hooked. At 8:00 pm twenty-five years later, Cindy, Kimmi, and I

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assembled to see The Monkees perform outdoors behind Harrah’s Casino in Council Bluffs, Iowa. I don’t think I’ll ever lose the anticipation and excitement of seeing The Monkees perform. This time, I am 99.9% sure that David saw our Motley Crue. I’d like to think that now instead of facing a sea of faces, he sees friends who enjoy watching him entertain. For whatever reason, I also felt that Peter recognized and made select eye contact with our Motley Crue. Unfortunately, Peter has not spent as much time in our neck of the woods for us to support him. Although I’m sure he is familiar with the likes of The Purple Flower Gang, he hasn’t had the pleasure of our acquaintance as much (lucky man)! I’m not sure Micky spied us, but I think he would also remember our bright and shining faces from years past. I absolutely couldn’t believe it had been ten years since I had last seen Peter and Micky perform (June of 2001) also in (Burlington) Iowa.

Bonnie: The Monkees played almost 2 hours and 15 minutes of All Monkees, All The Time. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the wherewithal to record a set list way back in June of 1986, but this was the set list on July 3, 2011: Opening with a medley of Monkees’ hits I’m A Believer Mary Mary Look Out Here Comes Tomorrow Girl I Knew Somewhere When Love Comes Knocking At Your Door Randy Scouse Git Valleri Papa Gene’s Blues Saturday’s Child I Wanna Be Free That Was Then, This Is Now I Don’t Think You Know Me At All All of Your Toys Hard To Believe What Am I Doing Hangin’ Round? She Hangs Out Sometime in the Morning Someday Man Can You Dig It? As We Go Along Do I Have To Do This All Over Again? Porpoise Song Daddy’s Song For Pete’s Sake Cuddly Toy Words She Shades of Gray Goin’ Down It’s Nice To Be With You Auntie Grizelda Last Train to Clarksville A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone Daydream Believer Encore

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kee Kind, (courtesy of Kimmi’s 20/20 + vision) we did spy (from a distance) Peter dining in one of Harrah’s on-site restaurants. According to an eye witness who chatted us up (Perhaps he’d recognized our pictures from the Post Office?), David had made a cameo appearance just moments before we arrived at the casino. This gentleman had a canvas bag full of assorted vintage Monkees’ albums which David all graciously autographed for him. David’s unbelievable patience and love for his fans is absolutely indescribable. This same individual asked us if we knew whether Micky would make an appearance. We were tactful (I think), but I didn’t know it was our day to watch him!

Listen To The Band Pleasant Valley Sunday I’m A Believer Bonnie: I know I’m going out on a limb, but Micky gave me goose bumps when he sang “As We Go Along”. His voice quality was awesome. David looked especially dapper when he performed “Daddy’s Song” sporting a white tuxedo. (Where was the film crew on that number?) I also thought Peter looked very sharp in his bright blue retro shirt and fitted black pants. Considering the health battles he has recently fought, he was absolutely electrified on stage. The Monkees looked so Happy Together. Imagine that; wrong group!

Bonnie: Unfortunately, I missed an opportunity to say “Hello” to Jimmy (who walked right past us)

Bonnie: While we did not have any Close Encounters of The Mon-

Yeah, yeah, you got a shiny blue shirt … But I got a HAT!

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because I was deep in conversation with Kimmi. However, Kimmi and I did have an opportunity to say “Hello” to Wayne. It was good to see him again; I hadn’t seen him for probably ten years as well. We reminisced with him about how funny he was that night at The Lady Luck Casino in Bettendorf where David performed back in October of 1997. To refresh your memory, David began to introduce the audience to the song “Girl”, but somehow the anatomic theme came up. (It’s always been up!) Wayne, trying to contain a sense of dignity and decorum, raised his hand and said, “Excuse me, I have a question.” Rather surprised, David turned his head towards him and with raised eyebrows said, “Yes?” Wayne said, “What the hell does this have to do with ‘The Brady Bunch’?” It was classic Monkees’ shtick! Wayne actually remembered that line!

and Greet” tickets were expensive. In addition, it just seemed inappropriate when we have had the opportunity on so many occasions to see and/or speak with David, Micky, and Peter. We decided it would be better to allow those fans who have never had the pleasure of meeting them to do so. One would have to think that after performing non-stop for two hours and fifteen minutes “Eight Days A Week” for the past two months that the last thing they would want to do is to entertain the likes of a hundred fans more every night. Ironically, we crossed paths with two individuals who said they purchased “Meet and Greet” tickets and told them, “Be sure to tell them Cindy, Bonnie, and Kimmi said, ‘Hello!’” We also had the distinct pleasure of meeting and befriending Joel and Craig (Harrah’s finest security team) prior to the show. (Where was Ken when you needed him most?) It wouldn’t surprise me if our names came up during the “Meet and Greet” session. (Incidentally, thanks for the tip; I’ll have to inquire about that elusive photo pass. It would sure be a lot easier!) Kimmi: Of course, it was over too soon. The show that is. The 3 of us listened to Monkees off and on during the drive back to Ankeny. Reminisced of the “old days” and really appreciated the moment of our favorite band with dear friends. J Mumsy and Bonnie… thank you for another memorable road trip! I’ll Love You Forever!

Bonnie: We also had the pleasure of ganging up with two PFG members, i.e. Susan and Jeff. We had an opportunity to meet Jeff in Dubuque in April. Jeff had just seen The Monkees days earlier at the Minnesota Zoo. (Where else would you see Monkees?) Susan (from Audubon, Iowa) shared that she had actually seen The Monkees in August of 1967 in Des Moines. Unfortunately, I missed that scene, and I would sure like to encourage her to share her memories firsthand. Bonnie: Speaking of seeing The Monkees (or not seeing The Monkees as the case may be), Cindy, Kimmi, and I decided to forego purchasing “The Meet and Greet” tickets to the show for several reasons. Suffice it to say, the “Meet

Bonnie: All said and done, it was truly another “Pleasant Valley Sunday”. Turning back the pages of time to twenty-five years ago, we went to as many shows as we could. We kept saying, “You never

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know, this may be the last show we’ll ever get to see.” We have been so blessed over the past “forty-odd years” (It was a cold August night back in 1971 that Cindy first saw The Davy Jones perform at the RKO Orpheum Theatre right here in Davenport, Iowa.) to have seen David, Micky, Peter, and last but not least Mike perform. Not everyone who has a dream is actually able to reach out and touch it (in the nicest possible way, of course) and make it come true. There will never be sufficient “Words” to describe the places we have been (or the places we have had no business being in), the people and friends we have met, and the experiences we have had all because of a television show about a group called “The Monkees”. It

has truly been “Good Clean Fun”. Who would have ever thought that forming a Monkees’ fan club on our school bus would be just a prelude to such an unquenchable passion? Like Bob Hope said, “Thanks for the memories...” From ballads that “walk along the sand” We know you have enjoyed the show We’ve seen them play all across the land I’m sorry but it’s time to go We’re still Monkee fans only We’re Monkee fans only We’re Monkee fans only Who’ll always “Listen to the Band”!

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Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Photos by Cindy Bryant

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Hey, Hey Mumsy, Here’s to the final show...for now. And some of the fine folks at The Marcus! :) I’m forever grateful it was with you! Love, Kimmi

Kimmi, Best Mother/Daughter trip ever! So far….. Don’t forget August 2012— Aurora— Micky! ( unless, of course, you’re EXPECTING company ;)) Love Mumsy

P.S. The rest of the Marcus can still suck it!

Peter, Micky, & David, Thank you for one more summer of “magic memories”. Thank you for 45 years Friendship , fun, and great music, We love you! The whole Purple Flower Gang & fans everywhere

Hey, Hey Peter, Thanks for the shake!;) Love from the girls Stage Left Hey, Hey Davy, Thanks for the trip! We needed to laugh!;) Love from the same girls Stage Hey. Hey Micky. You didn’t shake or trip but thanks nonetheless!;) Love from those very same girls Stage Left

A lot of you saw this in Reader’s Digest:

Hey, Hey Mike, Maybe next time, before it’s too late!;) Love, yet again, from the very same girls Stage Left.

Hazel, Thanks for the suggestions! Bonfire Day was a success on this side of the pond too! Another mission accomplished! Love the Road Crew (Cindy, Bonnie, Kimmi , Dawn—with a little help from Emily, Crag, and Hannah

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Michael has a new recording available on his website called “Helen’s Eternal Birthday” and according to the website, the 6 minute instrumental was written for a friend on her birthday.

The Nesmith kids were there to support Dad, as well, as Micky Dolenz.

The latest Goldmine magazine features the Monkees on the cover and an article within. In the article Michael admits to getting the performance bug again. Nothing is confirmed nor finalized, but he’s talking aloud about performing one man shows. Michael surprised everyone August 19th when he joined the Watkins Family Hour at largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles.

Micky visits with Mike after his performance at Largo.

Mike performed: Little Red Ryder Thanx For the Ride Some of Shelly’s Blues Joanne

The Monkees' Head Coming To Blu-Ray The Monkees are coming to Blu-Ray! The Criterion Collection presents "America: Lost And Found," a special edition Blu-ray collector's set with new, restored high-definition digital transfers Head; Easy Rider; Five Easy Pieces; Drive, He Said; A Safe Place; The Last Picture Show & The King Of Marvin Gardens. This set also features behind-the-scenes documentaries, audio commentaries, liner notes, and more!

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These dates for David are listed on Pollstar:

Sat 01/28/12 Merrillville, IN Star Plaza Theatre Sun 03/11/12 Wisconsin Dells, WI Crystal Grand Theatre Sat 03/31/12 La Mirada, CA La Mirada Theatre For Perf. Arts Sat 04/14/12 Miami, FL Magic City Casino Appearing with Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone Fri 05/11/12 Lake Buena Vista, FL Epcot Center Sat 05/12/12 Lake Buena Vista, FL Epcot Center Sun 05/13/12 Lake Buena Vista, FL Epcot Center Sat 06/09/12 Fort Wayne, IN Foellinger Theatre Fri 06/29/12 Las Vegas, NV South Point Hotel & Casino Sat 06/30/12 Las Vegas, NV South Point Hotel & Casino Sun 07/01/12 Las Vegas, NV South Point Hotel & Casino

Sat 11/12/11 Bryant, IN Bearcreek Farms Goodtimes Theatre Wed 12/14/11 Thackerville, OK Winstar World Casino Sat 01/14/12 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Appearing at "Concerts At Sea 50'S & 60'S Music Cruise" Sat 01/21/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Sun 01/22/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Mon 01/23/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Tue 01/24/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Wed 01/25/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Thu 01/26/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises Fri 01/27/12 Fort Lauderdale, FL Princess Cruises

David told us that his daughter, Talia, is getting married in June! Congratulations Talia! Rhino Handmade hits rewind on INSTANT REPLAY for a triple-disc DELUXE EDITION packed with rarities, as well as 58 unreleased recordings, backing tracks and a generous selection of stereo and mono mixes for both album and non-album cuts. As a bonus, the set comes with a 45-rpm vinyl single that includes the one-of-a-kind acetate versions of “I Go Ape” and “(I Prithee) Do Not Ask For Love.”

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non-album cuts Features 45-rpm vinyl single of the one-of-a-kind acetate versions of "I Go Ape" and “(I Prithee) Do Not Ask For Love”

Released on 11/21/2011

3 CDs featuring 87 tracks including 58 previously unreleased recordings, backing tracks and a generous selection of stereo and mono mixes for both album and

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State Theatre

These dates for Micky are listed on Pollstar:

Sat 07/28/12 Asbury Park, NJ Paramount Theatre

Thu 12/15/11 Lakeland, FL Youkey Theatre Appearing at The "Happy Together" Tour 2011

Fri 08/24/12 Aurora, IL Paramount Theatre

Tue 06/19/12 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre Appearing with Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone

Wed 06/20/12 New Brunswick, NJ

Sat 09/29/12 Branson, MO Tri-Lakes Center

Micky just filmed an infomercial for Time Life's "60's Music Revolution" collection....Will begin airing Jan. 2012 (Co-host is Mimi Umidon) Micky had a fantastic time at The James River Jam to benefit families of Veterans. He got to sing with some incredible musicians, including JD Souther, Don Felder, John Oates, Jerry Eubanks, Joe Don Rooney and Sam Bush... (Photo with Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at James River Jam 2011.

Micky visited with Glen Campbell after Glenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concert in October

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No concert dates for December or 2012 were posted on Pollstar yet for Peter. November 2, 2011

Cook set to 'Monkee' around Dean Poling Valdosta Daily Times Wed Nov 02, 2011, 02:42 PM EDT ADEL — In preparing a halftime show based on the music of The Monkees, Cook High School Marching Hornets Band Director John D. Newsome never thought one of the 1960s pop stars would visit. But this weekend, Cook County fans will be saying, Hey, Hey, there’s a Monkee. Peter Tork is scheduled to visit the Cook vs. Albany game Friday night to watch the band perform its halftime show, “Hey, Hey, We’re the Marching Hornets.” Tork will then perform Saturday night with his latest band Shoe Suede Blues in the Carolyn Harris Performing Arts Center at Cook High School. Newsome had the idea for a Monkees show earlier this year. “Last spring I learned that The Monkees were doing a 45th Anniversary Tour, so I picked our show music to tie in to that,” Newsome says. “I had no idea that one of The Monkees would be coming when I picked the show. My wife and I attended the 45th Anniversary Tour concert in Jacksonville in early June and, on the way home, we began talking about how cool it

would be if we could get one of them to come. I went to each member’s personal websites, and sent emails telling them what we were doing and what I would like. Peter’s manager responded that he thought it was interesting, and over the course of a couple of months, we hammered out the details of the visit by phone and email.” Still, Newsome never thought he would be able to get one of The Monkees to visit for the show. “I didn’t have any idea I could get one of them to come,” Newsome says. “I have been a lifelong fan of The Monkees and I thought they had some music that would translate well to marching band, and that the show would be unique.” The halftime show has also introduced The Monkees to a new generation. Many of the Marching Hornets high-schoolers were unfamiliar with The Monkees. In preparing for the show, Newsome introduced them to the music and the band’s television show. Newsome believes the band has developed a love for The Monkees and students are excited by Tork’s

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TORK CONCERT

Newsome had hoped that Tork might also perform with the Marching Hornets, but he is not scheduled to arrive in Adel until shortly before the game. “There would be no time to rehearse with the band,” Newsome says, “and he didn’t want to perform without practicing.” But he will play Saturday night. The Shoe Suede Blues does play some Monkee songs but it focuses on playing the blues. The band’s latest CD is “Cambria Hotel.”

The Monkees’ Peter Tork visits the Cook High game Friday night, Nov. 4, but he also plays 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Carolyn Harris Performing Arts Center, Cook High School, Adel. Concert ticket: $15 and can be purchased from the Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce. More information: Call (229) 896-2281, or visit adelcookchamber.org

Micky, Pat Smith, and Peter October 2010

Hollywood Collector’s Show—Burbank, California—October 9, 2010 Photos by Pat Smith

Peter, Spencer Davis, and Micky October 20110

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Story and Photos

By Brenda Wylie I bought the tickets the day they went on sale back in April. They arrived a week and a half later. For the next 3 months they were tucked safely away in my desk drawer. Come July 3rd, I was going to see the Monkees in concert for the first time. I had seen Davy before, and had met him, when he played Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA. In January of 1992, I didn’t get to see him when he appeared at the State Fair last August because I injured my back the night before, working on the fair’s clean up crew. The forecast for July 4rd didn’t look promising. It called for scattered thunderstorms. I was worried the concert would be ruined by the rain. Western Iowa was already flooded by the Missouri River, with towns evacuated and roads and bridges closed as it was! We left at two in the afternoon. We had to drive two hours from Des Moines over to Council Bluffs for the show, “The Bluffs” was right in the center of a lot of flooding. I was concerned that maybe the concert would be canceled because of it. It was cloudy and rainy the whole way there. Lucky enough, we had our rain ponchos with us in the trunk. We got to Council Bluffs at nearly five o’clock. The concert was at eight, The sky over Council Bluffs turned clear and sunny!

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My husband, cousin and I parked the car on the west side of Harrah’s. We eagerly went inside to check the place out. We’d never been there before. They were going to start letting people into Stir Cove to be seated for the show at six, We had an hour to kill, so we wandered around the casino. We spotted a few fellow Monkee fans. I don’t have a Monkees tee shirt , so I wore a tie dyed tee with four of my Monkees buttons pinned to the front. At almost six, my husband, Chris, went to the car to get our chairs. Coming into the venue, I saw the river flooded up along side it. Stir Cove is a large grassy area, outside. When we entered the ar-

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ea, it was already starting to fill up. I thought it was cool that they scan your tickets instead of ripping them in half so, I got to keep the whole thing as a souvenir! Speaking of souvenirs, they didn’t offer much by way of concert keepsakes. They had $30 tee shirts, $20 posters and $10 key chains. ( I bought a poster and a key chain,) The stage was set up right in front of the sky scraping Harrah’s Hotel building, which the windows looked to be covered in a blue green plastic film. Behind the band’s instruments was a big screen with the Monkees guitar logo displayed on it. There was a substantial area in front of the stage filled with green chairs for several rows, cordoned off by a black metal railing. I’ll assume this area was reserved for V.I.P.s. Directly behind the metal railing, folks were setting up chairs. We got in over there about three rows back. From my spot, I had a perfect view of the stage. While I was waiting over the 2 hours for the show to start, I wandered to the

souvenir stand, got some food for Chris and I from the Famous Dave’s booth, and used one of the large Port-a-Potties.. Monkees music was playing over the loud speakers, but none of their hits, Finally at eight P.M., the show began. Everyone leaped out of their chairs when the guys hit the stage, exploding in applause. I was very excited to see Peter and Micky in real life for the first time, The first song they did was “I’m A Believer.” Micky was wearing a black fedora, black tee shirt, vest, and pants. Davy was also in all black. Peter had on a long sleeved blue shirt and black pants. I wondered how Davy and Peter could stand to wear long sleeves in all that heat! Micky started, “Thank you, Cleveland!” Davy made the joke about how he was Davy Jones’ father and Davy would be out in a minute. Behind the stage, the big screen showed clips from the T.V. show. Pictures of the Monkees, magazine covers, and clips from HEAD. The screen played throughout the entire show and Micky’s three hat changes (he had a black

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hat, then green, then gray). As the guys talked to the audience, they told us a bit of the back story on The Monkees and some of the songs. For instance, Peter said it was Mike that named the song “For Pete’s Sake”, then the Monkees played it for us. The Monkees performed lots of great songs. Micky even yelled out , “Thank you Los Angeles!” Peter told us, “Thank you all for being here tonight. Those of you who aren’t here can eat dirt!” They did a whole set of songs from HEAD. Davy even came out in a suit that made him look like Davy Travolta to do the song “Daddy’s Song”. He did all the dancing, while the clip of him doing the same song in HEAD played on the giant screen behind him. Somewhere in the course of the show, Peter said, “After the concert we’re going to let down the all sandbags and we’ll be in water up to here!” (He used his hand to indicate how high the flood water would be.) At the end of the show,

they performed all the hits. The audience stood for this. We leaped up the minute “Last Train To Clarksville” started. They did an arm waving and sing-a-long on “Daydream Believer”. Then “I’m A Believer” was done again, etc., etc. Micky finally got it right when he said, “Goodnight Council Bluffs!” The guys left the stage to thunderous applause , wolf whistles, and cheering. We thought it was all over, so people started to pack up their chairs to leave but, NO! The Monkees came back out and did more songs including, “ Listen to the Band”. I waved my poster in the air there at the last. It was an awesome show! 3,500 Monkee fans that were jammed in there couldn’t be wrong. I was really glad I got to catch one of the shows on their 45th Anniversary Tour. My husband, who isn’t even a Monkees fans and is 45 years old, even enjoyed himself. He says we will definitely go see them next time they come to Iowa! I already submitted a write

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A Council Bluffs Post Script by Brenda Wylie up on how I attended The Monkees concert on the 45th Anniversary Tour when they made a stop in Council Bluffs, Iowa at Stir Cove, in Harrah’s Casino Hotel. While the music was hot and jokes abounded, I can not BELIEVE I forgot to mention the most hilarious part of the whole concert! Davy Jones swallowed a BUG! That’s right, a creepy crawly, presumably flying insect of some sort found it’s way down Davy’s gullet! Davy had his glorious trap open to sing, and suddenly started to hack into the microphone. Many stunned fans were staring blankly with a look of “WTF just happened?” on their faces Much to his chagrin, I’m sure, Davy weakly announced, “I swallowed a BUG!” It must have been embarrassing for him, but man chuckled warmly at

his misfortune. As for the poor bug, I think that’s how he would’ve wanted to go. Ed. Note– Brenda, we always enjoy the articles you submit. Thanks! Sorry we missed you there! We were on the opposite side of the stage. Because we have been so lucky to have seen the guys so many times we tend to forget the perspective of someone seeing everything fresh for the first or second time. That’s why we need all of you to share your stories. Everybody sees things a little different and when we put all the stories together we get the bigger picture. So thanks, Brenda! Keep writing!

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That was then, this is now! 1968â&#x20AC;&#x201D;David with sisters, Hazel and Lynda, and nephew, Robert, and niece, Deborah (photos courtesy of Hazel Wilkinson) 2011â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Robert, David, and Hazel backstage during the Monkees UK Tour

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Bernard Fox (Sir Twiggly Toppin-Middlebottom) and Peter Tork October 10, 2010 Hollywood Collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Show - Burbank, CA Photos by Pat Smith Micky Dolenz and sister, Coco, at the Star Plaza Merrillville, IN October 23, 20101

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Julie Harris 83 Park Circle #96 New Haven, KY 40051 Maria Tereza Pinho Gomes Da Silva terezalennon@openlink.com.br

Kim Boatman 6140 Hytrail Ct. Mahtomedi, MN 55115

Cindy Pilla cindybear58@hotmail.com

James Elswick 5017 W 2nd Street South Bloomfield, OH 43103

Judith Hadlock hadlockjudith@yahoo.com

Judith Hadlock 339 Hanna Drive Talmudge, OH 44278

Kim Boatman KAB71@aol.com

Edna Kulavick 14900 Sprengel Avenue Cleveland, OH 44135-2030

Write to your favorite Monkee at:

David Jones PO Box 400 Beavertown, PA 17813

Maria Tereza Pinho Gomes Da Silva Praca Cardeal Arcoverde #25 Apt, 802 Copacabana Rio De Janeiro â&#x20AC;&#x201D; RJ CEP 220440-030 Brazil

Peter Tork 524 San Anselmo Suite 102 San Anselmo, CA 94960

Cindy Pilla 38 Paho Street Andover, MA 01810

Mike Nesmith 1794 Catalina Street Sand City, CA 93955-3545

Brenda Routh Wylie 2224 Dean Avenue Des Moines, IA 50317-2244

Micky Dolenz Paradise Artists 108 East Mailija Street Ojai, CA 93023

Susan Jensen 210 Washington Street Audubon, IA 50025-1133