Listen to the Band (album)
The Monkees · 1991
225 min · 80 tracks · pop rock
A nostalgic blend of sunny pop melodies and whimsical storytelling that captures the spirit of the Monkees' playful charm.
Why this album works
This album matters as it encapsulates The Monkees' evolution from a manufactured band to genuine musical artists, showcasing their influence on pop rock. The compilation included both hits and deeper cuts, appealing to long-time fans while introducing new listeners to their diverse catalog, thus helping them maintain relevance in the early '90s music scene.
- Best for
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends playful storytelling for sunny days dynamic pacing keeps engagement high
- Context
- By 1991, The Monkees were revisiting their legacy with 'Listen to the Band', a compilation album featuring tracks from their original run in the 1960s and later works. This release came after a resurgence in interest in their music, driven by nostalgia and the reairing of their television series. It marked a moment where the band sought to redefine and celebrate their impact on pop culture before disbanding again shortly thereafter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Prince· Cher· Harry Nilsson· Kenny Rogers· Willie Nelson· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 (Theme From) The Monkees Standout 2:21
- 2 Last Train to Clarksville 2:46
- 3 Take a Giant Step 2:32
- 4 Saturday’s Child 2:43
- 5 I Wanna Be Free 2:26
- 6 Papa Gene’s Blues 2:00
- 7 Sweet Young Thing 1:58
- 8 Gonna Buy Me a Dog 2:42
- 9 All the King’s Horses 2:18
- 10 I’m a Believer 2:47
- 11 (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone 2:24
- 12 She 2:38
- 13 Mary, Mary 2:25
- 14 Your Auntie Grizelda 2:38
- 15 Look Out (Here Comes Tomorrow) 2:18
- 16 Sometime in the Morning 2:32
- 17 I Don’t Think You Know Me 2:18
- 18 I’ll Spend My Life With You 2:29
- 19 I’ll Be Back Up on My Feet 2:37
Disc 2
- 1 A Little Bit Me, a Little Bit You 2:51
- 2 The Girl I Knew Somewhere 2:47
- 3 She Hangs Out 2:46
- 4 All of Your Toys 3:07
- 5 Love to Love 2:35
- 6 You Told Me 2:30
- 7 Forget That Girl 2:27
- 8 You Just May Be the One 2:07
- 9 Shades of Gray 3:29
- 10 For Pete’s Sake 2:14
- 11 No Time 2:20
- 12 Randy Scouse Git 2:41
- 13 Pleasant Valley Sunday Standout 3:22
- 14 Words 2:59
- 15 Daydream Believer Standout 3:12
- 16 Goin’ Down 4:27
- 17 Salesman 3:02
- 18 The Door Into Summer 2:52
- 19 Love Is Only Sleeping 2:33
- 20 Cuddly Toy 2:43
- 21 What Am I Doing Hangin’ ’round? 3:14
- 22 Daily Nightly 2:34
- 23 Star Collector 4:26
- 24 (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone (live version) 3:52
Disc 3
- 1 Valleri 2:23
- 2 Tapioca Tundra 3:08
- 3 P. O. Box 9847 3:24
- 4 Auntie’s Municipal Court 4:04
- 5 Zor and Zam 2:09
- 6 Nine Times Blue 2:11
- 7 Tear the Top Right of My Head 2:06
- 8 Carlisle Wheeling 3:09
- 9 D.W. Washburn 2:51
- 10 It’s Nice to Be With You 2:52
- 11 St. Matthew 2:46
- 12 Porpoise Song 4:15
- 13 As We Go Along 4:11
- 14 Circle Sky (live version) 2:25
- 15 Can You Dig It 3:25
- 16 Long Title: Do I Have to do This All Over Again 2:40
- 17 Tear Drop City 2:05
- 18 A Man Without a Dream 3:05
- 19 Through the Looking Glass 2:44
- 20 I Won’t Be the Same Without Her 2:43
- 21 You and I 2:15
- 22 While I Cry 3:00
Disc 4
- 1 Listen to the Band 2:28
- 2 Someday Man 2:40
- 3 Good Clean Fun 2:19
- 4 Mommy and Daddy 2:14
- 5 Looking for the Good Times 2:04
- 6 Some of Shelley’s Blues 2:33
- 7 Steam Engine 2:38
- 8 Oh My My 3:02
- 9 I Love You Better 2:29
- 10 Do It in the Name of Love 2:09
- 11 That Was Then, This Is Now 4:04
- 12 Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere 3:57
- 13 Heart and Soul 3:55
- 14 Gettin’ In 3:02
- 15 Every Step of the Way 3:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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