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A 2000s Hit References The Monkees’ Theme

The Monkees’ theme inspired the most successful song by a 2000s band. A music executive thought the 2000s song was much older because of its style. The track in question was a bigger hit than The ...
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"Tommy just started out: ‘Here we come, walking down the street'": Bobby Hart on the evolution of the Monkees theme

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. From left to right: Tommy Boyce, Davy Jones, Bobby Hart and Micky Dolenz, photographed in 1975 ...
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Bobby Hart, the songwriter behind some of the The Monkees’ biggest hits, dead at 86

NEW YORK — Bobby Hart, a key part of the Monkees’ multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as “Last Train to Clarksville” and “I’m Not Your Steppin’ Stone,” has died. He was 86. Hart ...
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Bobby Hart, the Creative Force Behind The Monkees’ Sound and Theme Song, Dead at 86

The world of pop music just lost one of its quiet powerhouses. Bobby Hart, half of the famed songwriting duo Boyce and Hart, has passed away at the age of 86. If you’ve ever found yourself humming ...

Micky Dolenz Said The Monkees’ TV Show Was Like ‘Friends’

The Monkees' Micky Dolenz compared his show to 'Friends'. That might seem like a surprising comparison at first, but one of The Monkees' albums was inspired by the 'Friends' theme.
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Bobby Hart, co-wrote 'Last Train to Clarksville' and other hits for the Monkees, dead at 86

Read full article: Liberty University returns from gifting shoeboxes to kids in Jamaica NEW YORK – Songwriter Bobby Hart, a key part of the Monkees' multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on ...
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Legendary songwriter who created some of The Monkees’ biggest hits dead

Bobby Hart, a pivotal figure in The Monkees' multimedia empire, has died aged 86. Mr Hart passed away at his Los Angeles home, confirmed by his friend and co-author, Glenn Ballantyne. He had been in ...

1 Great Monkees Song Lost the Chance to Become a Big Hit

The Monkees' "I Wanna Be Free" is often considered a standout song in the band's catalog. However, it wasn't as big of a hit as some of their other songs.
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Bobby Hart, co-wrote 'Last Train to Clarksville' and other hits for the Monkees, dead at 86

Read full article: ‘Prototype’ Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s what to know NEW YORK – Songwriter Bobby Hart, a key part of the Monkees' multimedia empire who teamed with ...
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Bobby Hart, co-wrote 'Last Train to Clarksville' and other hits for the Monkees, dead at 86

NEW YORK (AP) — Bobby Hart, a key part of the Monkees' multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as “Last Train to Clarksville” and “I’m Not Your Steppin’ Stone,” has died. He was 86.
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Bobby Hart, who co-wrote 'Last Train to Clarksville' and other Monkees hits, dies

NEW YORK — Bobby Hart, a key part of the Monkees' multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as "Last Train to Clarksville" and "I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone," has died. He was 86. Hart ...