Kemper, Tom

The Monkees: Made in Hollywood (Reverb)

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ISBN 13:
9781789147070
author:
Kemper, Tom
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Reaktion Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
248
Dimensions:
21 x 14.8 centimetres (0.31 kg)
Genre:
Music, Genres & Styles, Pop Vocal,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£13.41

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The Monkees Made in Hollywood The Monkees were a pivotal band in the 1960s music scene, sparking a debate about the role of music versus personality in rock and pop. This book delves into the behind-the-scenes story of the Monkees, a made-for-TV band that achieved significant success despite controversy surrounding their creation. The Monkees' unlikely success highlights the commercial genius of the Hollywood system, which coordinated talented individuals from songwriters to studio musicians to producers. Through the Monkees' story, the book illustrates the enduring legacy of this system in popular music today. By examining the Monkees' rise to fame, this book sheds light on the complex dynamics of the 1960s Hollywood music industry, revealing the commercial forces that shaped the music of the era.

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