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Op-Ed: The Monkees put on the best live concert for March of 2019

In the beginning of the month, on March 8, Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith of The Monkees performed at The Paramount in Huntington, as part of “The Mike and Micky Show.” Their show was well-received and they played for a good turnout of people, which spanned several generations of fans in the audience.

On a personal note, Micky Dolenz celebrated his 74th birthday at this show, which was held at The Paramount on Long Island.

Micky Dolenz performing live at The Paramount

Micky Dolenz performing live at The Paramount
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Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith delivered all of the fan-favorites recordings such as “Good Clean Fun,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” the infectious A Little Bit Me, a Little Bit You,” “Pleasant Valley Sunday,” “Daydream Believer,” and the Neil Diamond-penned “I’m a Believer.” There was a feeling of nostalgia in the venue.

Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith onstage at The Paramount

Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith onstage at The Paramount
Gary Hahn

This concert was a fitting homage to their late band members Peter Tork, who passed away in February, as well as the legendary musician Davy Jones, who died in 2012. Most importantly, it is a substantial indication that The Monkees are one of most glaring omissions of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The musical catalog of The Monkees has helped mold the contemporary pop and rock music scene into what it is today, and their classic songs will stand the test of time.

For more information on Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, check out his official website.

To learn more about The Monkees, check out their homepage.

Markos Papadatos
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Markos Papadatos is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for Music News. Papadatos is a Greek-American journalist and educator that has authored over 22,000 original articles over the past 18 years. He has interviewed some of the biggest names in music, entertainment, lifestyle, magic, and sports. He is a 16-time "Best of Long Island" winner, where for three consecutive years (2020, 2021, and 2022), he was honored as the "Best Long Island Personality" in Arts & Entertainment, an honor that has gone to Billy Joel six times.

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