Description
Explore the fascinating world of The Monkees with this brand new book, published in 2023 by Reaktion Books. This insightful read delves into the unique phenomenon of the made-for-TV band that captivated audiences in the 1960s. With their catchy pop hits, The Monkees raised pivotal questions about the essence of music, examining whether it’s the sound or the spectacle of performers that truly matter. This detailed study presents the intricate web of talent behind The Monkees, showcasing the contributions of songwriters, studio musicians, and producers who shaped the iconic sound of this era.
As you dive into this book, you’ll uncover the truth behind the commercial success of The Monkees and the innovative system of the 1960s Hollywood music industry. Critics may have dismissed them as a 'fake band,' but fans embraced their charm, making them one of the most beloved acts of the decade. This book highlights how The Monkees represent the genius of a well-orchestrated musical operation that continues to influence popular music today.
Praise has flowed in from various artists—'Weird Al' Yankovic, Chris Shiflett of the Foo Fighters, and Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles—celebrating the book for its clarity and enjoyment. Don't miss the chance to explore the legacy of The Monkees and the machinery behind pop perfection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781789147070.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789147070
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
The Monkees represent a vital problem for rock and pop, and perhaps the major question: is it the music that matters or the personality and image of the performers? This book explores the system behind the Monkees, the controversial made-for-tv band that scored some of the biggest hit records of the 1960s. The Monkees represent the cumulative result of a complex coordination of talented individuals, from songwriters to studio musicians to producers - the system of the 1960s Hollywood music industry.
The new rock criticism bewailed the fake band, while fans and audiences made the Monkees a major commercial success. More than any other band in the 1960s, the Monkees illustrate the genius of the system and its role in popular music.
'I spent the entire summer of 1987 on the road opening up for The Monkees, and I didn’t learn 1% as much about them as I learned from this thorough and remarkable book by Tom Kemper.'
– "Weird Al" Yankovic
'The Monkees gets into the vast machinery that goes on behind the scenes of producing perfect pop – still relevant today even if the names and corporations have changed – and does it with a lot of fun.' – Chris Shiflett, Foo Fighters
'Kemper's book clarifies so much that is misunderstood in the Monkees story.' – Susanna Hoffs, The Bangles
As you dive into this book, you’ll uncover the truth behind the commercial success of The Monkees and the innovative system of the 1960s Hollywood music industry. Critics may have dismissed them as a 'fake band,' but fans embraced their charm, making them one of the most beloved acts of the decade. This book highlights how The Monkees represent the genius of a well-orchestrated musical operation that continues to influence popular music today.
Praise has flowed in from various artists—'Weird Al' Yankovic, Chris Shiflett of the Foo Fighters, and Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles—celebrating the book for its clarity and enjoyment. Don't miss the chance to explore the legacy of The Monkees and the machinery behind pop perfection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781789147070.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789147070
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
The Monkees represent a vital problem for rock and pop, and perhaps the major question: is it the music that matters or the personality and image of the performers? This book explores the system behind the Monkees, the controversial made-for-tv band that scored some of the biggest hit records of the 1960s. The Monkees represent the cumulative result of a complex coordination of talented individuals, from songwriters to studio musicians to producers - the system of the 1960s Hollywood music industry.
The new rock criticism bewailed the fake band, while fans and audiences made the Monkees a major commercial success. More than any other band in the 1960s, the Monkees illustrate the genius of the system and its role in popular music.
'I spent the entire summer of 1987 on the road opening up for The Monkees, and I didn’t learn 1% as much about them as I learned from this thorough and remarkable book by Tom Kemper.'
– "Weird Al" Yankovic
'The Monkees gets into the vast machinery that goes on behind the scenes of producing perfect pop – still relevant today even if the names and corporations have changed – and does it with a lot of fun.' – Chris Shiflett, Foo Fighters
'Kemper's book clarifies so much that is misunderstood in the Monkees story.' – Susanna Hoffs, The Bangles