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The Monkees · 1966

The Monkees

Historical music event in the Radio Music History database.

August 16, 1966Release⭐⭐⭐⭐

Description

Colgems Records released The Monkees' debut single "Last Train to Clarksville", almost a month before the premiere of the band's television series. Micky Dolenz sang the lead vocal, while studio musicians including guitarist Louie Shelton provided the instrumental backing. The lyrics tell the story of a man called to fight in the Vietnam War who wonders whether he will ever return home.

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