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The Monkees
In 1965, over 400 people responded to an ad seeking young men for a new television show about a rock group called The Monkees. The Monkees, starring Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork premiered on September 12, 1966, and audiences adored the humorous antics of the band. 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 another Neil Diamond song, "Little Bit Me, Little Bit You," Gerry Goffin and Carole King's "Pleasant Valley Sunday", and "Daydream Believer" by John Stewart of the Kingston Trio.
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Davy Jones
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Davy Jones
Television Actor, Singer / 1945 - 2012
Davy Jones is a singer and actor who found fame as the singer for the band the Monkees on the TV show by the same name.
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Peter Tork
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Peter Tork
Guitarist, Singer / 1942 -
As a member of the Monkees, Peter Tork achieved big pop music success in the 1960s, with such hits as "Daydream Believer" and "Last Train to Clarksville."
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Micky Dolenz
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Micky Dolenz
Theater Actor, Television Actor, Singer / 1945 -
Micky Dolenz was a member of the 1960s created-for-television rock group, The Monkees.
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Michael Nesmith
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Michael Nesmith
Songwriter, Singer / 1942 -
Michael Nesmith rose to fame as a member of the Monkees, a made-for-television group that turned into a real rock success story.
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