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At the peak of their popularity, The Monkees released their only feature film. Virtually no one saw it. Perhaps it was because the movie was a deliberate subversion of their popular show, or maybe it was due to a bizarre marketing strategy, but this week all we care about is what the movie did well. Hey hey, it's the Hashtag PP.Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestoftherestpod@gmail.com Social Media @BotRCast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Bonus content: Youtube Theme song (vocals) by Mark Benavides: Instagram Music by Mitch: BlueSky, SoundCloud Logo by Alex Brinegar: https://itsdesignthyme.com/ Additional artwork by Phillip Chacon, C7Productions: Instagram

This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcasting.   On this episode , Krazy Joe from Krazy Joe's Concession Stand […] The post Dead Rockstars – The Monkees first appeared on The Rock and Roll Geek Show.

Eli 5 Stone, artist/writer of The TICK comic book series "Big Blue Destiny", (which can be ordered here ( https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Destiny-Complete-Works-Destiny/dp/B0026S31MS ) and audiobook "Brick Mannigan" (coming soon), contributed an interview before experiencing Yachtley Crew yacht rock band, at the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis, Massachusetts, on 7-20-2025. We discuss growing up in that area, what it was like to know Ben Edlund during the birth of the animated "TICK" show while simultaneously creating new issues of The TICK, and his latest detective hero "Brick Mannigan". We also talk with an older gentleman who gives us a history lesson about the Roanoke Star near Dr Pepper Park, in Roanoke Virgina after Yachtley Crew played there that night, 7-18-2025, while on our "Seas The Night" tour.Also, some familiar guests stop by to say hello, such as:Baba Buoy from Yachtley Crew... http://yachtleycrew.com Henry D Horse with a fun fact, Jay Aasang the toxic drunk from Twin Peaks the Return.... https://www.jayaasengvo.com/Micky Dolenz from the Monkees.... https://mickydolenz.com/ and Atlas Dragon from Varelse Bridge Society.... https://varelsebridgesociety.org/ We mention Isaiah Ferguson the artist who co-created The TICK Big Blue Birthday Bash with Eli 5 Stone. You can find him here...https://www.instagram.com/artby_isaiah/ The footage of the event is here... https://www.youtube.com/@MOAVSociety-p5v/videos You can check out Eli 5 Stone's animated movie "Here We Go Again" featuring The TICK and Arthur, here.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBSLGt-hg9Q You can commission Eli5 Stone to draw you something, by contacting him at his website.... https://www.eli5stone.com/Check out his latest short film "Quietude" here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=el_OfIWQwPk You can hear the TICK episode which took place at the Big Blue Birthday Bash featuring Isaiah Ferguson as the host, and performance artist GOAT vs FISH here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKXJUXKWFas Check out the latest music vide by Yachtley Crew, called "Pain Of Losing You", written by Diane Warren, appearing on the new album "Seas The Night"....https://youtu.be/Ak47aI8hXMU?feature=shared Pre-order the album from Earache Records here....https://earache.com/collections/yachtley-crewThank you for listening to Inspirado Projecto! Share with your friends!

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review the Monkees and their worldwide smash #1 hit from 1966, I'm A Believer. A song originally written by Neil Diamond, and the song that propelled The Monkees to worldwide success. How do you think it still holds up today?

As always, email your questions for Sip, Jake & Bill to earlybreak937@gmail.com or tweet them Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "We're the Monkees" - The Monkees (1966)Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joining host Michael Azevedo on this episode is Jonathan Berman, director of the newly restored documentary "Commune." Originally released in 2005, the film has been newly restored with vibrant sound and picture quality and is currently making the rounds at movie houses across the US.    Commune chronicles the story of Black Bear Ranch, launched in 1968 with help from luminaries like The Doors, Frank Zappa, and The Monkees. This abandoned goldmine transformed into a hub for radical living, fueled by the motto "Free Land for Free People."   The film is packed with rare interviews—including with well-know actor and frequent documentary narrator Peter Coyote—as well as home movies and candid stories that unpack the contradictions, challenges, and wild hope behind the commune movement.   From free love and experiments in co-parenting, to the practical struggles of survival, "Commune" lets viewers consider what it really takes to build, and sustain, genuine community.   Learn more about screenings near you: https://www.opensignalstudios.com/films/commune   Making Media Now is sponsored by Filmmakers Collaborative, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting media makers from across the creative spectrum. From providing fiscal sponsorship to presenting an array of informative and educational programs, Filmmakers Collaborative supports creatives at every step in their journey. About the host: www.writevoicecreative.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-azevedo/   Sound Engineer: A.J. Kierstead  

Okay, lets you and him fight! In shameless pursuit of ‘brand synergy,' this episode of Casual Trek celebrates the return of Strange New Worlds to our streaming services by doing an episode about those lizardy bastards Kirk fought once at those rocks from Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey, the Gorn! In ‘Arena,' Kirk fights a string vest wearing space lizard while Spock watches and provides inane commentary (hey Spock-o, that's OUR job) and then in the Strange New Worlds Season 2 finale and Season 3 opener ‘Hegemony Parts 1 and 2' Pike spends more time hiding and less time building rudimentary cannons, Spock and Chapel play a little Alien Isolation and Ortegas loses herself in the job… Bogus. Episodes discussed: Arena (07:20) and Hegemony Parts 1 and 2 (38:27)Talking Points include: American Family Reunions, Donkey Kong Bananza, young Tom Jones is weird looking and The Monkees are great, Oh no not another Godlike being, Vasquez Rocks, everyone got tinnitus making this episode, Charlie's time as a scout, Miles has a legitimate reason to bring up ‘Blake's 7,' they tried to build the cannon on Mythbusters… it did not go well, we're not Trying That in a Small Town but we finally listen to The Mountain Goats for the show! Pike's brief moment of religious crisis is weird, Strange New Worlds' making the Gorn so monstrous clashes with how it went down in ‘Arena', Alien Isolation, the nature of ‘Good' and ‘Evil' members of various Star Trek races and how the idea the Gorn might be biologically evil might not be a great look for Trek.

On the special episode of Right Between The Eyes, RBTE lets  ⁨@roguerecordmusic⁩  takes over the feed in a double YouTube upload crossover episode.   Its been a rough summer for RBTE, Rob addresses the lack of content and the state of RBTE. BUUUUT  that does not mean we cant have an episode here and have some fun before summer completely goes away, right?!  Rob does have content for his other podcast. Rob's other channel is all about his vast music collection spanning various genres from Rock, Metal, to POP and some Country, and to Jazz and just about anything else! yes most of the channel is rock and metal... not worries there.... but... that does not mean Barry Manilow might not pop up too haha.  Call this a cross promotion if you will.   Rob is joined by Stevie Fylthe from  ⁨@ontheflythe1621⁩  to discuss how they became Monkees fans (in the 80's mind you) and they also pick their 9 favorite Monkees songs. So take the last train to Clarksville and take giant step because you might just be a daydream believer after this one!   Rogue Record Music Link:www.facebook.com/RogueRecordMusicX@RogueRecMusicRob's Link@DrummerRob10https://twitter.com/DrummerRob10 Guest Host:Stevie Flythehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/ontheflythe/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-flythe/id1537459428⁨@ontheflythe1621⁩   RBTE Links:SHOW HOSThttps://right-between-the-eyes-podcast.simplecast.com/TWITTER@RBTEpodcasthttps://twitter.com/RBTEpodcastNick Caruso@NCarusoJrhttps://twitter.com/NCarusoJrNikko Caruso@NikkoCarusohttps://twitter.com/NikkoCarusoNikko Knows Film (new YouTube Show)www.youtube.com/@nikkocarusoThe Vigilante 1939 Podcast@Vigilante1939  Rob Myers@DrummerRob10https://twitter.com/DrummerRob10Rogue Record Musicwww.youtube.com/@roguerecordmusic (Rob's New Podcast)Right Between The Eyes PodcastFACEBOOKwww.facebook.com/RightBetweenTheEyesPodcastINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/rightbetweentheeyespodcast/EWe love it loud... Right Between The Eyes! 

In this episode, Nathan sits down with documentary filmmaker Jonathan Berman to discuss the newly restored 20th anniversary release of his 2005 film Commune—a fascinating portrait of Black Bear Ranch, a real-life countercultural commune founded in 1968 with help from rock legends like The Doors, Frank Zappa and The Monkees.Together, they explore the ideals and contradictions of communal living, what it means to build something outside the system and why Commune feels more relevant than ever in today's fractured world. Jonathan shares the behind-the-scenes journey of tracking down former residents, preserving decades-old archival footage and telling a story that still sparks conversation and curiosity.Whether you're drawn to the 1960s counterculture, alternative living experiments or just love thoughtful documentary filmmaking—this is a conversation worth tuning into.Watch the film / Learn more: communethemovie.comFollow the film on Instagram: @communethemovie More from Jonathan Berman: OpenSignalStudios.comRead Nathan's thoughts on ‘Commune.'Support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/moviesarelife

“I like the Pickwick score, it's robust and British. I've often been offered parts in American musicals but I've always turned them down. No matter how good they are, I always feel they are not part of us. That's why I waited and thought of this idea of making a musical of ‘Pickwick.” - Harry Secombe, 1963.And so the idea was realised, based on the 1837 Charles Dickens novel The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, better known simply as The Pickwick Papers. Harry got the idea for the musical while on holiday in the Bahamas, inspired by the success of Oliver! The writer Wolf Mankowitz agreed to turn it into a musical but faced the considerable challenge of condensing the 250,000words and loosely-linked anecdotes from the original novel into a workable stage production. He eventually decided to use the Pickwick-Bardell breach of promise action as a basic skeleton from which to hang the two-act musical adaptation. Pickwick premiered in Manchester in summer 1963 and as well as Secombe as the titular rotundity featured the likes of Anton Rodgers, Julian Orchard, Hilda Braid, Peter Bull and Norman Rossington among the cast.It swiftly transferred to the West End and two years later opened in the United States. Some of the original British cast reprised their roles (obviously including Harry) but Charlotte Rae came on board as Mrs Bardell and a young scapegrace called Davy Jones took up the part of Sam Weller. The story is he was spotted and signed up for The Monkees during this, and was subsequently replaced by the great Roy Castle. An original cast recording was released on LP in 1963 and in 1969 the BBC broadcast a 90-minute colour adaptation of the musical, adapted for the screen by James Gilbert and Jimmy Grafton. It reunited Secombe with Roy Castle and Julian Orchard and introduced us to Hattie Jacques as Mrs Bardell, Aubrey Woods as Mr Jingle and Robert Dorning as Tupman.This week returning guest Tim Worthington talks all things Pickwick but as you would expect with someone like Tim the conversation is wide-ranging and he pulls many a thread from the tapestry of sixties popular culture!

ONE IF BY LAND, TWO IF BY SEAPAUL REVERE AND THE RAIDERS GREATEST HITS by Paul Revere and the Raiders (Columbia, 1967)This group, this record: they were fundamental elements in the experience of the 13 year old Captain Billy. My band, The Full House, played a smokin' cover of “Steppin' Out”; Dick Clark's WHERE THE ACTION IS tv show was a can't miss, daily after-middle school check in; I coveted those Vox amps and Mark Lindsay's ponytail. And, re-listening to this setlist 56 years later verifies that this band kicked hard and tight. Just ask Quentin Tarantino, who included two of the cuts for the soundtrack of ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD. America's answer to the British Invasion actually started earlier, in 1958, in Boise Idaho, when keyboardist Paul Revere and sax player Mark Lindsay met and collaborated in the instrumental group The Downbeats. Revere was the organist's actual name, so the subsequent donning of Revolutionary outfits was a natural, if cringey gimmick. The fact that Mark Lindsay was also one of America's best rock singers was a secret weapon.The initial bombshell was dropped in April, 1963, in Portland, Oregon, when the group recorded the seminal rock standard “Louie Louie” in the same year and the same studio as the Kingsmen (the version everybody remembers): The Northwestern Motion Pictures and Sound Recordings, Inc. studio. But, that didn't matter. Yes, The Kingsmen's recording was a one hit mega-wonder, but, the Raiders became a national institution with a string of 12 top 30 hits. The first incarnation of the Raiders dissolved around the same time that this collection came out, but they kept reforming in various line ups until Revere's death from cancer in 2014. Like their contemporaries, The Monkees, there was a media hyped, manufactured quality (Producer Terry Melcher fattened their sound with the help of The Wrecking Crew), but the Raider's street cred as musicians was impeccable, and very few could wail like Mark Lindsay. 

We’re speeding through the final lap of season 6, and not even the return of an archeologist / treasure hunter ex-husband can slow us down! The gang analyzes a throwback romp that includes a classic Cory and Shawn scheme and a member of *NSYNC offending one of the Monkees off-camera. Rider remembers some weird vibes on set that week, but it doesn’t stop him from giving us a lesson in bee science. So strap on your platform shoes and get ready to hit the dance floor - right here on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on another brand new episode of the Rarified Heir Podcast we have a first in our history. We bring you the first ever, three part episode. Our guest today is Peter Rafelson, son of director Bob Rafelson. Admittedly, we sort of lied to you on because there really wasn't going to be a third episode. But after our chat with Peter on the first two episodes, we decided there was more to discuss and we bring you the result. It's a fun one too. On this episode, we discuss Peter's remembrances of his father's favorite LA restaurants – from Dan Tana's to The Cock and Bull, Hamburger Hamlet and a mob joint at the end of Sunset whose name is lost to the mists of time. Somehow this turns into a discussion about visiting the Playboy Mansion in elementary school, dressing in drag while dining for a very specific purpose and sneaking into a nude stage production at age nine. Clearly, the Wild Child we discussed in prior episodes still has stories to tell us that will delight and amaze you. From there we learn about what kind of car his father drove and why he (and his mom) got a new one every year. Thank you Colgems! We segue from here to Peter's own career in music and a discussion about the most unlikely place he met a member of Fleetwood Mac who recorded a song of his, watching Madonna clear the hall of Teamsters before a surprise appearance on network television, meeting Prince in the rafters of a private home, playing piano alongside Burt Bacharach on a piano bench, driving Babs home after a one take recording and so much more. We really hope that our white lie was worth it and you enjoy the first ever three part interview on the Rarified Heir Podcast with Peter Rafelson. As you know, everyone has a story. This one just has three parts. Take a listen. 

A charming song by one of our favorite songwriters, and a band that carved out its place in history, and the cover where everyone realized the world had changed in an important way. Different Drum, originally by the Greenbriar Boys, covered by Stone Poneys.  Outro music is Papa Gene's Blues, by The Monkees, because we don't often get to share a song where Mike Nesmith is credited as the lead vocalist. 

Today on part two of our conversation on the Rarified Heir Podcast, this episode continues our conversation with Peter Rafelson, son of director and producer Bob Rafelson. Recorded the week after part one, this episode delves into some pretty heavy as well as some pretty of the wall stuff. And as you have heard on part one, it seems like that was par for the course in the Rafelson household in the 1960s and 1970s. As one of the leading figures in the American New Wave filmmakers, Bob Rafelson was responsible for producing or directing some classic, seminal films that influenced generations of film makers. It's quite a resume including films like The Postman Always Rings Twice, Head, The Last Picture Show, Easy Rider, The King of Marvin Gardens, Mountains of the Moon, a film we discuss at length, Stay Hungry as well as an unfortunately named anthology, Porn.com. Beginning with Davy Jones, we also discuss what each member of The Monkees was like off camera, how he spent the Summer of 1975 pumping iron with Arnold Schwarzenegger in Alabama, his role in the Alan Parker movie Fame, how the magazine Psychology Today saved his bacon growing up as a kid and everything in between. We discuss dyslexia, smoking pot with your teachers, trade school, working with his dad scoring a film and much more. So get ready for part two of our conversation with guest Peter Rafelson and learn what it was like having The Monkees instruments in his basement for years after the show ended its run. It's up next on part two of our conversation with the son of an Easy Rider or a Raging Bull. We're just not sure which one it was. This is the Rarified Heir Podcast. Everyone has a story.

My guests today are the filmmaker Jonathan Berman, director of "Commune", Elliott Sharp, the film's composer, and one of its producers, Christian Ettinger. In 1968, two hippies hiking near Mt. Shasta in Northern California stumbled across an unlikely property for sale: an abandoned goldmine and surrounding land, 300 acres for $22,000. Fueled by contributions from the Doors, the Monkees, Frank Zappa and others, they bought the property and named it Black Bear Ranch. It quickly became the prototypical 1960s commune, with the motto “Free Land for Free People.” Utopian communities have always been a part of the United States, but in the 60's and 70's their audacious goal was to reshape the world with free love and common property – creating a revolutionary movement that would spread to the rest of society. But utopia is different for each person, and these experiments often brought strife, jealousy and sometimes even endangered lives. Featuring interviews with several Black Bear alumni, including actor/activist Peter Coyote, alongside a wealth of photographs and home movies, this acclaimed documentary offers a candid look into the joys and difficulties of free love, nude farming, survival in the wilderness, multiple-parent childrearing and other fascinating aspects of communal living. "Commune" is enjoying a new theatrical release based on its recent 4K restoration. It will be screening at DCTV's Firehouse Cinema beginning Friday, July 11th.

A podcast celebrating the golden age of pop culture. For the kids who counted down every song on American Top 40, clipped a Monkees record from a box of Alpha-Bits or begged their parents for a Han Solo action figure or Six Million Dollar Man lunchbox. Join Emmy-winning writer Frank Santopadre and a panel of equally obsessed celebs, superfans, cultural experts and industry insiders as they gush and geek out over the TV, films, toys and trends of the 1960s, 70s, 80s...and beyond.  Subscribe now on  Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre/id1824012922 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/18EQJNDwlYMUSh2uXD6Mu6?si=97966f6f8c474bc9 Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/13b5ed88-d28d-4f0c-a65e-8b32eecd80f6/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgvlbF41NLLPvsrcZ9XIsYKkH_HvUXHSG iHeart https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-fun-for-all-ages-with-fran-283612643/ TuneIn http://tun.in/pxOWO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on part one of the latest episode of the Rarified Heir Podcast we are speaking with musician, producer, entrepreneur and much more Peter Rafelson. Son of director and producer Bob Rafelson & production designer Toby Carr, Peter spent this episode really digging deep and getting into some intense as well as humorous stuff about growing up the son of an easy rider. Or is that a member of The Monkees? No matter. We get into it all and then some on this episode. Fans of the sixties and seventies counterculture will know the work of Bob Rafelson for his associations with very specific touchstones of American film and television thar forever changed the course of the entertainment industry. From The Monkees to Easy Rider, from Five Easy Pieces to The Last Picture Show, Bob Rafelson along with partners Bert Schneider & Steve Blauner ushered in a new wave of independent film in Hollywood that smashed convention as well as the studio system. Along with writer, star and co-hort Jack Nicholson, Bob Rafelson directed films like The King of Marvin Gardens, Stay Hungry, The Postman Always Rings Twice and many more. Bob Rafelson was in the epicenter of films that brought an independent streak to a staid industry and never looked back. Our conversation with Peter centered around the growing up too fast where he learned about drugs, revolution and the FBI is one for the ages. Along the way we talk about Madonna, Abbie Hoffman, The Black Panthers, Dennis Hopper, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sally Field, how he ended up with the Monkees instruments in his bedroom and the death of his sister under troubling circumstances. Ladies and gentlemen, we bring you part one of the latest episode of the Rarified Heir Podcast with guest, Peter Rafelson. Take a listen.  

Pure Pop with influences from such odd bedfellows as The Monkees and The Residents (No, really!), this talented duo's albums on the Big Stir label have been garnering rave reviews and airplay on the BBC. And they're from Akron! Tune in this Thursday, May 29, at 10 pm on The Summit FM, 91.3, to hear their story - and a lot of cool music!

Bands Across America: Indiana Michael Jackson – Bad (1987) & Guns N' Roses – Appetite for Destruction (1987)Our summer musical road trip hits Indiana, the Hoosier State, home to pop royalty and hard rock legends. This week, we spotlight two iconic albums from Indiana natives who changed the sound and shape of popular music: Michael Jackson and Guns N' Roses. We dive into the creative ambition, cultural impact, and lasting legacy of these genre-defining records.What's Inside- Michael Jackson's Pop Mastery: Explore the sharp-edged, hit-packed Bad, the follow-up to Thriller, featuring iconic singles, slick production, and MJ's relentless drive for reinvention. We break down the album's attitude, standout tracks, and the ways it both builds on and diverges from Jackson's earlier work.- Guns N' Roses' Hard Rock Revolution: Take a ride through the chaos and chemistry of Appetite for Destruction, the best-selling debut album in U.S. history. From the explosive “Welcome to the Jungle” to the anthemic “Sweet Child o' Mine,” we dissect how two Lafayette outsiders helped redefine rock for a new generation.- Our Takes: We break down each album's vibe, killer tracks, production quirks, and replay value—plus, which one best captures Indiana's musical spirit.- Deep Questions: Don gets philosophical about Indiana's cultural legacy and the meaning behind these albums.- Reflections: Why these records are essential listening for any road trip through the Midwest and beyond.Diggin'- The Monkees – The Birds, The Bees & The Monkees (1968): A fragmented but ambitious pop-psych classic, showcasing the band's creative range as they moved beyond their TV image.- Badflower – No Place Like Home (2025): LA rockers deliver a raw, emotionally charged album tackling grief, identity, and mental health, highlighted by the moving ballad “Paws.”- Sarah McLachlan – Better Broken (2025): The Canadian singer-songwriter returns with her most personal album in years, blending piano-driven ballads with subtle electronic textures.- Al Jardine – Islands in the Sun (2025): A sunny, harmony-rich collection from the Beach Boys legend, featuring guest spots from Neil Young and Flea.Podcast Shout-OutDon't miss Can I Pod With Madness?—a nostalgic journey through classic issues of Kerrang! and the wild world of '80s and '90s metal. Expect fun conversations about Iron Maiden, Mötley Crüe, KISS, and more, plus plenty of pop culture tangents. Find it wherever you get your podcasts.Join the Conversation!What's your favorite Indiana album? What are you spinning lately? Let us know on Instagram, Facebook, BlueSky, and Threads @albumnerds, or email us at podcast@albumnerds.com.Thanks for listening—see you on the road! Next stop: North Carolina

Hey hey! Micky Dolenz was a Monkee, and once he stopped Monkeeing around his career took him to some unusual places. Few stranger than this one-off BBC television drama, part of the Premiere strand of single plays. It's a bleak, eccentric snapshot of a now almost unrecognisable time when Hell's Angels patrolled the streets, single parenthood was a mark of shame and British television channels could afford to make shows.In the first in a two-part look at Premiere's pop connections - which will conclude over on our Patreon - Mark Cunliffe joins us again to talk about the often grim lives of the film's cast, the strange niches they often got cast in, and their connections to everyone from Joan Collins to Saddam Hussein. We also discuss Cliff Twemlow, and Graham makes a confession that risks his career...As noted above, we've got a sequel to this episode coming out which Rocky Horror fans won't want to miss - and you won't miss it if you join our Patreon, where you'll also find weekly articles on Doctor Who, The X-Files and The Twilight Zone, plus an end-of-month podcast (Last Night...) that rounds up the wide variety of things we've been watching recently. Follow us on Instagram, BlueSky and Facebook to find out more.

Who's Your Band Episode 172 with hosts Jeffrey Paul and Sean Morton, and special guest comedian Ken Krantz!In Episode 172 of Who's Your Band?, the guys dive deep into their Top 5 Beach Boys songs—sparking debate, nostalgia, and a few surprises (Kokomo, really?). They also dish out brutally honest concert reviews of Springsteen, Bon Jovi, and more, share wild music memories, and ride an edible-fueled moment of podcast magic. Plus, tour dates, Devo vs B-52s talk, and a Monkees vs Beach Boys face-off!

9-10-2024 is The TICK's 30th Anniversary of when "The TICK Animated Series" first birthed onto television. The Big Blue Birthday Bash took place at El Cid in Hollywood. Many fans of the comic book, live action shows, and cartoon, gathered to geek out about their favourite superhero. Adam Conover interviewed co-writers Ben Edlund and Chris McCulloch, along with Townsend Coleman (the voice of the TICK). A man dressed like the TICK walked around, taking photos with people. I had a surreal conversation with Twitch streamer, GOAT Vs FISH, a performance artist who has been on America's Got Talent, is a friend of Green Jello, Radioactive Chicken Heads and other unique folks can be found here: https://www.goatvsfish.com/Check out Ben Edlund's band, Ghost Tyger and Friends here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqtPFRc2EF2VC9RnnyKzvwQ His website is here - http://benedlund.com/ Check out Isaiah Ferguson's information here - https://linktr.ee/artby_isaiah To see the videos mentioned on this episode, check out this channel... https://www.youtube.com/@MOAVSociety-p5v/videos These are the people who appear in the "Stories From The Chums of The TICK" video that Isaiah Ferguson edited: Doug Katsaros - Composer of the TICK animated series soundtrack, Stu Yellin - Storyboard artist of the TICK animated series Maurice Lamarche - Voice of 'Evil Midnight Bomber' Joshua Shubart - "Frank" from the TICK Amazon Prime series Ian Chase Nichols - The TICK Comic illustrator Jeff McClelland - The TICK Comic Writer Sean Wang - The TICK Comic Book Writer/Illustrator Rob Paulson - Other voice of Arthur on The TICK animated series Patrick Warburton - "The TICK" in the first live action version of the tv show. More info about Chris McCulloch, co-writer of "The TICK" animated series, is found here - https://venturebrothers.fandom.com/wiki/Christopher_McCulloch Eli 5 Stone, writer/illustrator/animator of the "Here We Go Again" video has a great website here: https://www.eli5stone.com/ Thank you to Superhero - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JeK9aXtfx0 Rob Broski from Twin Peaks - http://www.abrahamlincolnlives.com/ and Micky Dolenz from The Monkees (and voice of "Arthur" from the animated series) - https://mickydolenz.com/ for the delightful Inspirado Projecto promos! Make sure to check out our Yachtley Crew tour schedule in case we might stop in your town - http://yachtleycrew.com

Watch the entire video – Johnny D’s Rock n Roll PhD – Author Rosanne Welch “Why The Monkees Matter” Get the book, Why The Monkees Matter , from Amazon, Bookshop.org, or McFarland I had a great conversation about Why The Monkees Matter with the two hosts of “Johnny D’s Rock n Roll PhD”. Often, I speak … Continue reading "Rosanne Talks “Why The Monkees Matter” on “Johnny D’s Rock n Roll PhD” Podcast [Video]" Related posts: Quotes from When Women Wrote Hollywood – 3 in a series – Beyond the glamour When Women Wrote Hollywood – 11 in a series – The Shocking Miss Pilgrim (1947), Story: Frederica Sagor Maas 13 The Amityville Horror from When Women Write Horror with Dr. Rosanne Welch [Video] (32 seconds)

Anika and Liz put their hair up and settle in to discuss the most pressing topic of our time -- hairstyles in Star Trek.  We talked for so long that we wound up splitting this into a two-parter, which is PEAK Antimatter Pod, but in this first half, we discuss... Janice Rand, Marie Antoinette and Sabrina Carpenter Pavel Chekov, The Monkees and appealing to girls WASP beauty standards, "professionalism" and Deanna Troi Tasha Yar and the changing meanings of short hair on women since 1987 "I'm sorry, I'm thinking of Reagan again, and it makes me angry." Beverly's hair is always changing, but without much intentionality behind it Sisko's hair tells a story (sometimes that story is about racism) Kira's "busy suburban mother of a toddler" hair

Former singer and actor Bobby Sherman has passed away at 81 years old. In March, it was revealed Sherman was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Born in Santa Monica and raised in Van Nuys, Sherman was a teen idol in the late '60s and early '70s. From 1968 to 1970, he starred in the ABC series “Here Come the Brides.” He later appeared on episodes of “Honey West,” “The Partridge Family,” “The Mod Squad,” “Murder She Wrote,” “The Monkees,” and more.Sherman then left show business and became a paramedic. He volunteered with the Los Angeles Police Department and instructed CPR and first aid classes. In the 1990s, he became a technical reserve officer with the LAPD, serving until 2017. In 1999, he was honored as the LAPD's Reserve Officer of the Year. He also served as a deputy sheriff with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and retired in 2010.In 2011, Sherman and Brigitte founded the Brigitte & Bobby Sherman Children's Foundation, which is a “Ghana-based center that provides local children with quality education and programs, along with meals for the entire community,” the foundation's website explains.RIP Bobby Sherman. You meant so much to so many.

This episode features a Spirit Chief, who shares a conversation chock full of insight and powerful wisdom, during our short trip to a music video shoot with yacht rock band, Yachtley Crew. Thank you to these amazing artists who gave us heartfelt promos: Superhero, Jay Asaang from Twin Peaks, Man Behind The Machine Podcast, and Micky Dolenz from The Monkees

Join us as we recap and chat about Bob's Burgers Season 8 Episode 12 The Hurt Soccer and Season 8 Episode 13 Cheer Up Sleepy GeneDid you know the title "Cheer Up Sleepy Gene" is a reference to the line Cheer up, sleepy Jean from the 1967 The Monkees hit, "Daydream Believer."Wiki page for the episode:The Hurt Soccer Cheer Up Sleepy GeneLinks, articles, and videos mentioned in this episode:Join our Book Club and get access to exclusive content on PatreonFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TiktokFollow us on Bluesky

A wild Thanksgiving tale from musician Barry Greenfield featuring Mike Nesmith of The Monkees and a dessert you won't believe!Listen To Episode 292: Tales Of Apple Records & Psychedelic Feasts: Barry Greenfield's Journey---------- BookedOnRock.comThe Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

Send us a textStep into the musical time machine with Jay Franze and co-host Tiffany Mason as they navigate through fascinating moments in music history, from Kenny Rogers and Dottie West topping charts in 1978 to The Monkees winning an Emmy that same decade. Their infectious camaraderie and playful banter create the perfect backdrop for music industry insights you won't find anywhere else.The heart of this episode beats around a simple yet revealing question: What was the first album you ever purchased with your own money? Listeners chime in with touchstone albums spanning decades – from Aerosmith's "Toys in the Attic" and ACDC's "Back in Black" to more recent gems like Eric Church's "Chief" and Taylor Swift's "Fearless." These musical firsts paint a vibrant portrait of generational tastes and personal connections to music.Nashville takes center stage as Jay and Tiffany discuss the upcoming CMA Fest (though Jay insists on calling it by its original name, "Fanfare"), where they'll connect with industry professionals and artists who've been featured on the show. The conversation weaves through breaking news about Jelly Roll's ambitious plans for Nashville's new Nissan Stadium and Post Malone's expanding country music footprint with a massive new venue on Broadway.Music recommendations shine with Tiffany suggesting indie artist Jolie's hauntingly beautiful "Ghost of Us" and Jay countering with Ukrainian female-fronted rock band No Apology's "Bad News." Their distinct musical preferences highlight the show's diverse appeal and the hosts' genuine passion for discovering and sharing new sounds.Whether you're a longtime music industry professional or simply a passionate fan, this episode delivers that perfect blend of insider knowledge, nostalgic reflection, and forward-looking excitement that keeps listeners coming back. follow now and join the conversation at jayfranzy.com, where the music never stops!LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ Support the show

Hey Rock Campers, get ready to go ape as Rock Camp The Podcast unearths the real story of The Monkees! David Fishof drops exclusive, untold stories from managing their massive 80s MTV comeback (including a wild Super Bowl party moment!). Plus, special guest Aviva Maloney, who toured with the band, spills the tea on their incredible dynamics, the truth about Jimi Hendrix opening for them, and so much more. From their TV revolution to the Rock Hall debate and legendary songwriters, this is a no-holds-barred Monkees deep dive packed with behind-the-music secrets you absolutely can't miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host J.D. Reager chats with producer, musician, songwriter, and music supervisor Fred Mollin - who he originally met in 2017 on a Memphis Flyer assignment to cover Lamont Dozier. They discuss the late Motown legend, Fred's early career in improv comedy, a few career highlights (Dan Hill, Kris Kristofferson, America, Rita Wilson, the Monkees' biopic Daydream Believers), and his new book, Unplugged. Get Fred's book here: fredmollinunplugged.com. Also, Memphis friends: meet Fred in-person - August 23 at Lansky Bros.!For more episodes and other fine podcasts, visit ⁠backtothelight.net⁠!

He was offered a deal with Apple Records, toured with John Lee Hooker, recorded an unreleased masterpiece at RCA Studios in Hollywood, and had a very psychedelic Thanksgiving dinner with Mike Nesmith of The Monkees. All these incredible stories from musician Barry Greenfield!Purchase a copy of My Journey to Blue Sky Listen To Barry Greenfield's Blue Sky Album (Deluxe Edition 2024)Visit Barry Greenfield's websiteEmail Barry Greenfield at barrygreenfield@shaw.ca---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

Episode 192 of Pudding On The Wrist.  In which your faithful deejay and psychic friend, Frozen Lazuras, spins choice cuts from The Monkees, John Coltrane, PiL, Spotch Forecey, and so many more.Giving you what the algorithms won't since 2020.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier celebrates the 1960's with Mike Love of The Beach Boys, Barbara Eden of “I Dream of Jeannie” (seen weekdays on Antenna TV), Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Bill Mumy of Lost in Space, George Schlatter of “Laugh In” and iconic singer Darlene Love.

In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we're looking at the clash between music and The Man diving into times when the FBI investigated musicians. In 1956, J. Edgar Hoover's FBI created a covert and legally questionable program called COINTELPRO with the goal of disrupting groups that the Feds considered to be subversive – communists, black nationalists, feminists, anti Vietnam protestors, civil rights activists.  Considering the role that music played in the 60s and 70s, it was only a matter of time before the FBI started investigating rock and roll. Some of the stories are silly. Picture this, it's 1963 and a bunch of FBI agents are hunched over a record player listening to Louie Louie over and over – forwards and backwards – desperately searching for dirty lyrics that didn't exist.  And others are more serious. In 1972, the FBI put John Lenon under surveillance and wiretapped his phone because President Nixon was afraid that his stance on the Vietnam War would influence young voters. The government started proceedings to deport him.  Over the decades, the FBI has investigated or kept tabs on all sorts of musicians. Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison; folk singers Pete Seeger and Woodie Guthrie; Aretha Franklin, the Monkees, NWA, Charles Mingus, the Insane Clown Posse, and more. There's a lot of ground to cover in this one, but we're up for the challenge. Let's hit it. Episode Playlist Check out our episode playlist ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get In Touch Check us out ⁠⁠⁠⁠online⁠⁠⁠⁠, on⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drops us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠show@prisonersofrockandroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Or if you're in Philadelphia, come visit our home base at ⁠⁠⁠⁠McCusker's Tavern⁠⁠⁠⁠. Prisoners of Rock and Roll is part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠⁠. We're sponsored by⁠⁠⁠⁠ Boldfoot Socks⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve been doing these shows where we don’t book any guests, where we fill the hour with your calls. And your calls have been interesting and surprising and amusing. This hour, the conversation winds around to our tribute to Jill Sobule, spotted lanternflies, The Monkees, the provision in the tax bill that would weaken the courts, cardboard boxes, sea chanteys … Anything. (Seemingly) everything. These shows are fun for us, and they seem to be fun for you, too. So we did another one. You can now watch our calls shows on Connecticut Public’s YouTube. Subscribe and get notified when we go live. Or join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Colin McEnroe, Robyn Doyon-Aitken, Megan Fitzgerald, and Dylan Reyes contributed to this show.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we're looking at the clash between music and The Man diving into times when the FBI investigated musicians. In 1956, J. Edgar Hoover's FBI created a covert and legally questionable program called COINTELPRO with the goal of disrupting groups that the Feds considered to be subversive – communists, black nationalists, feminists, anti Vietnam protestors, civil rights activists.  Considering the role that music played in the 60s and 70s, it was only a matter of time before the FBI started investigating rock and roll. Some of the stories are silly. Picture this, it's 1963 and a bunch of FBI agents are hunched over a record player listening to Louie Louie over and over – forwards and backwards – desperately searching for dirty lyrics that didn't exist.  And others are more serious. In 1972, the FBI put John Lenon under surveillance and wiretapped his phone because President Nixon was afraid that his stance on the Vietnam War would influence young voters. The government started proceedings to deport him.  Over the decades, the FBI has investigated or kept tabs on all sorts of musicians. Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison; folk singers Pete Seeger and Woodie Guthrie; Aretha Franklin, the Monkees, NWA, Charles Mingus, the Insane Clown Posse, and more. There's a lot of ground to cover in this one, but we're up for the challenge. Let's hit it. Episode Playlist Check out our episode playlist ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Get In Touch Check us out ⁠⁠⁠online⁠⁠⁠, on⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠⁠YouTube.⁠⁠⁠ or drops us an email at ⁠⁠⁠show@prisonersofrockandroll.com⁠⁠⁠. Or if you're in Philadelphia, come visit our home base at ⁠⁠⁠McCusker's Tavern⁠⁠⁠. Prisoners of Rock and Roll is part of ⁠⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠. We're sponsored by⁠⁠⁠ Boldfoot Socks⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Intro Only - Go to our Patreon for the FULL EPISODE! Don't worry, it's free! (available 5/30 @ 12pm)If you didn't know about Pumpkinhead II: Bloodwings, you do now! Tune in with Stanley as he slashes up and bleeds out the most definitely forgotten sequel to the beloved late 80's monster-opus, but fear not, because there's as much to love as there is to hate with this messy sequel! Ami Dolenz, for starters, and tons of gory special effects thanks to early work of KNB! Remember, this is an intro clip only! so go be a Patron today! She's a growing beast!www.patreon.com/thegorygaysStay gory! Stay gay!-TGGSupport the showInstagram @thegorygays / YouTube @thegorygays / Threads @thegorygays

That song reminds me of that special time with that special person. Music often takes us back to a moment of our life that we love to revisit. Jovial Jay and Shua share some of their favorite albums and why they love them on Enjoy Stuff.  Wipe off that vinyl and sharpen that needle because it's time to spin some tunes. Let's check out some of our favorite albums.    News Steve Martin Writes the Written Word Collected Written Works by Steve Martin (thanks to Jonathan) A new Kong x Godzilla Ride has been announced for a theme park far, far away.  Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra have a new album and it's pretty jazzy' RIP Norm…or is it Fat Sam… or maybe just the legendary George Wendt     Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been revisiting the funny pages with the complete collection of Berke Breathed's Bloom County. This classic comic strip was a staple of the 80's and spotlighted important political and social issues while selling stuffed penguins. Jay joined in the fun of so many Star Wars fans when he experienced Andor season 2. The storytelling is award-worthy, the performances were sensational, and it will go down as one of the best Star Wars tales of all time. And of course you should follow it up with Andor season three, also known as Rogue One.      Sci-Fi Saturdays This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay is filled with Dredd. Judge Dredd that is. The 2012 film starring Karl Urban is pretty true to the original and less campy than it's 90s counterpart. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU. Enjoy Music!  Doctor Oliver Sacks calls the psychological connection between the music and the brain “Musicophilia”. We call it a lot of fun. When you experience music at important times in your life, it tends to stick with you. And when you want to have some of those feelings again, all you need to do is put that album on again. Music is an important part of Jay's and Shua's life, and so many great memories are tied to tunes. Let's take a look at what they are and why they like them so much.    And make sure to like and subscribe to Chris Collects Stuff on YouTube What albums bring up good memories for you? Why do you like them? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I've got a request” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Today's guest is Douglas Ray Jaffe. An author, poet, and modern-day philosopher whose words challenge conventional thinking and offer profound insights into the human experience. His work delves deep into themes of existence, consciousness, and the intricate connections that bind us all. His book, “Who Is Douglas Ray? Lyrics, Writings, and Poems,” is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Who-Douglas-Ray-Lyrics-Writings/dp/B08QLMR2WD His musings were recognized by a friend for their poetry and lyrical possibilities. Douglas Ray Jaffe teamed up with award-winning producer, Craig Brandwein, to set his lyrics and musings to music. The Douglas Ray Jaffe Project is an expansive undertaking. It is a collaborative project, seeking musicians and voices that fit each song and its sensibilities, regardless of genre. In the spirit of groups like Broken Social Scene, Animal Collective, The Six One Five Collective, and Moonsville Collective, The Douglas Ray Jaffe project is an experiment as a musical collective. Three songs have already been released: “Gullability”,“For Rachel”, and “One More”. Each song is a distinctly different treatment. The EP is called NO BOUNDS and is available on Spotify among other streaming sites... https://open.spotify.com/artist/7nPKSPEaAlfEQMyikAl99m . His website is here... https://www.douglasrayjaffeproject.com/ His Youtube channel ... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMZJOMvnoz8VDP-PO85GepQ Thank you to Krista Dykes from PLAmedia for connecting us... http://www.plamedia.com/ Also thank you to these fine folks for stopping by: Martin Schmidt The Sock Monkey Guy - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSockMonkeyGuy Blythe Baines - https://open.spotify.com/artist/11T5aPjQHiRbtqpvnKDg9p Micky Dolenz from The Monkees - https://mickydolenz.com/ Henry D Horse - https://henrydhorse-blog.tumblr.com/image/119921750303

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Dave Flemming joins the show, previewing the San Jose Greek festival, and WDYTLT: The Monkees See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Dave Flemming joins the show, previewing the San Jose Greek festival, and WDYTLT: The Monkees See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susie went to a Micky Dolenz of the Monkees concert, and the next day a stranger stopped her at the grocery store to make a comment about something Susie did at the show. We learn why medical professionals and workers at senior facilities are being trained to stop using "elderspeak" with their patients. They say that the baby talk and cutesy language infantilizes older folks and causes greater resistance to care and more anti-psychotic prescriptions. We discuss the Carter family documentary and hear how the stardom of their sons Aaron and Nick contributed to strife, addiction, and death in the family. We talk about a man who intentionally injected himself with snake venom and willingly let snakes bite him hundreds of times with the hope of becoming immune to their poison, and somehow, someway, he actually did it. And he might end up being responsible for creating a universal anti-venom. We debate whether the Pulitzer prize-winning photo of the Vietnam War victim "Napalm Girl," who is running naked after being burned, should be allowed on social media or if it's pornographic.LIVE TRIVIA NIGHT: MAY 22nd 8PM - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/LiveListen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comBCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastSusie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterSarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBCP on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodSponsors:For 20% off your order, head to https://www.harvesthosts.com and use code BRAINCANDY.Use code BRAINCANDY at https://cozyearth.com for 40% off best-selling sheets, pajamas, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Neil Diamond is one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all time.  In August 1972 he performed a series of 10 sold-out shows at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.  Recordings from this concert would be released as a live double-album entitled Hot August Night later that year in December.  Neil Diamond was born in Brooklyn, New York, the child of a Jewish family.  At the age of 16 he was inspired by seeing folk singer Pete Seeger perform at a camp for Jewish children in upstate New York, and received his first guitar shortly thereafter.  This would set the direction of Diamond's career, starting with both taking guitar lessons and writing songs.  After some time barely scraping by as a songwriter, Diamond began to find some success by the mid-60's, most prominently with several songs for The Monkees, including the big hit, "I'm A Believer."  Diamond moved to Los Angeles in 1969, where he recorded some of his bigger solo hits, including the iconic "Sweet Caroline."Many consider "Hot August Night" to be Neil Diamond's best work, capturing the artist at his prime and at the top of his game.  It went to number 5 on the Billboard 200 album chart, and was number 12 for the 1973 year-end chart.  It was number 1 in Australia for 29 weeks in 1973 and 1974, and remains one of the highest selling albums in that country. Neil Diamond retired from touring in 2018 toward the end of his "50 Year Anniversary World Tour" after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.  However, Diamond did not retire from music, and continued writing and developing new projects.Wayne brings us this soft rock singer-songwriter live album for this week's podcast. Kentucky WomanThis song is a bonus track on the CD, and many will recognize this song from the remake performed by Deep Purple.  It was written in 1967 and went to number 22 on the charts after its release.  It appeared on the compilation album, "Neil Diamond's Greatest Hits" released in 1968 on Bang records after Diamond left that label.Cherry CherryThe inspiration for this song was an early relationship with a significantly older woman.  This was Diamond's first hit, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100.  The most familiar studio version of this song was released in mid 1966 on Bang records, and was the final track on Diamond's debut studio album, "The Feel of Neil Diamond."Song Sung BlueThis song was originally released on Diamond's eighth studio album, "Moods."  It was his second number 1 song in the United States, and his last solo #1 song in America to date.  The musical inspiration for the song is Mozart's Piano Concerto #21, second movement.  The lyrics reflect on the power of music to heal when a sad mood is poured into a song. Cracklin' RosieOriginally released in 1970, this song topped the charts and sold over 1 million copies.  The studio version appeared on "Tap Root Manuscript," Diamond's sixth studio album, and was recorded with instrumentation provided by session musicians from the Wrecking Crew. While the lyrics suggest that Rosie is a prostitute, there are tales that it actually refers to a cheap sparkling wine from Canada called "Crackling Rosè."  ENTERTAINMENT TRACK:Theme from the animated series "Josie and the Pussycats"The animated series "Josie and the Pussycats" and "Josie and the Pussycats in Outer Space" concluded its run this month. STAFF PICKS:Ventura Highway by AmericaRob leads off the staff picks with a song inspired by a drive that vocalist and writer Dewey Bunnell took in 1963 on the Pacific Coast.  While his father was changing a flat tire, he and his brother stood on the side of the road near a road sign for Ventura, watching shapes in the clouds, inspiring the lyrics "alligator lizards in the air."Superstition by Stevie WonderLynch brings us the lead single from Wonder's fifteenth studio album "Talking Book."  It's lyrics mention many popular superstitions and their negative consequences.  Stevie Wonder collaborated with Jeff Beck on the demo for this song, and Beck would include his version of "Superstition" on his "Beck, Bogert & Appice" album.Rockin' Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu by Johnny RiversBruce features the song originally recorded in 1957 by Huey "Piano" Smith.  The original version went to number 52 on the pop charts, but the version we all know went to number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Rivers was a member of the Wrecking Crew, and several musicians from that session group played on this single. It Never Rains in Southern California by Albert HammondWayne's closes out the staff picks with a storytelling song about a performer off to make it big.  He fails in his efforts, but wants to hide the failure from those he left behind.  Members of the Wrecking Crew also provide instrumentation on this song that went to number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. NOVELTY TRACK:Crazy Horses by The OsmondsThis surprisingly heavy performance from the Osmonds takes us out for this week.  Thanks for listening to “What the Riff?!?” NOTE: To adjust the loudness of the music or voices, you may adjust the balance on your device. VOICES are stronger in the LEFT channel, and MUSIC is stronger on the RIGHT channel.Please follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whattheriffpodcast/, and message or email us with what you'd like to hear, what you think of the show, and any rock-worthy memes we can share.Of course we'd love for you to rate the show in your podcast platform!**NOTE: What the Riff?!? does not own the rights to any of these songs and we neither sell, nor profit from them. We share them so you can learn about them and purchase them for your own collections.

In this very special Mother's Day episode, Phil steps aside (momentarily) and Janelle joins Phil's mom to talk about gifts, Niagara Falls, Military Juntas, Alfred Hitchcock, Queen, The Monkees, The Cranberries, DC Talk, and more.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with DINO KOVAS! Dino tells us about his childhood as a Monkees fan, his encounters with the guys, and how he became a New Monkee! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #newmonkees #dinokovas #larrysaltis #martyross #jaredchandler The post New Monkee Dino Kovas Part 1 – Monkeeing Around – Episode 70 appeared first on The ESO Network.

*The music in this video is copyrighted and all rights reserved to the respective copyright holders* In the premiere episode of The Audio Files, hosts Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot fire up Saturday night with a high-voltage celebration of all things music. From their roots as lifelong metalheads to their guilty pleasures in disco and Motown, the duo delivers deep musical passion with equal parts reverence and riotous fun. They kick off with a tribute to AC/DC and Casey & the Sunshine Band, then trade stories of their earliest musical influences, Brad's Monkees obsession and metal awakening via Sepultura and Megadeth, and Jay's unforgettable childhood brush with David Lee Roth (and the comment that ended a potential stepdad relationship in one sentence). The show includes a heartfelt Mother's Day In Memoriam segment, spotlighting Glenn Miller and Blondie, plus a sobering tribute to Blondie's late drummer Clem Burke. The pair also introduce a recurring segment, Video Killed the Radio Star, launching with Billy Squier's legendary career-killing video for “Rock Me Tonight.” From punk and metal to disco and funk, The Audio Files is a love letter to music across genres, with live commentary, backstories, and raw appreciation for what makes music timeless. As they sign off with Parliament's “Flashlight,” it's clear: this isn't just another music podcast. It's a full-body jam session and a joyride through the soundtrack of your life.

-It's a Bugaboo Tuesday….what's bothering Bill today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "[Theme From] The Monkees" - The Monkees (1966)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy