Opening Acts vs the Headliners: It’s On!
Getting a shot to open for a big headline act isn’t always the break it seems. And some pairings were stranger than others.
The Year of the Monkees: 1967
In just a single year, the Monkees won an Emmy, their creative freedom, and released several hit albums plus the top single of the year.
The Mosquitos: Rescuing Their Liverpool-via-Long Island Sound
The Mosquitos delivered a similar 60s power pop vibe as The Smithereens. Finally, this almost-lost ‘80s band gets its due
The Monkees’ Enduring — and Maybe Surprising — Influence
Sure, they were hired as actors to play musicians, but the band soon evolved way beyond that. The Monkees were talented performers, and were also surrounded by world-class talent. It added up to genuinely excellent music that had a lasting, under-appreciated impact.
