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Davy Jones with Valerie Kairys and more in "Monkee Spectacular"

7/15/2017

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(From the November 1967 issue of Monkee Spectacular)
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Valerie Kairys backstage with The Monkees

8/7/2016

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Monkees Valerie Kairys
(Photo courtesy of Rich Dart)
Valerie Kairys appeared in numerous episodes of The Monkees television series. Her most noteworthy role came during the first season episode "Monkees à la Mode" where she played Toby Willis, nominating The Monkees for ​Chic Magazine's "Typical Young Americans Of The Year" award. Valerie can also be seen in the movie Head during the 'Jumping Girl' scene.

Valerie was backstage this past Friday evening when The Monkees performed at the Golden State Theatre in Monterey, California. You can listen to her provide audio commentary on the recently released Monkees Blu-ray collection.
Here is a complete list of episodes where Valerie makes an appearance:
​Mijacogeo 
Monkees Blow Their Minds
Some Like It Lukewarm
Monkees Mind Their Manor
Monkees Race Again
Monstrous Monkee Mash
The Card Carrying Red Shoes
Monkees à la Mode
Case of the Missing Monkee
Too Many Girls
I've Got a Little Song Here
The Chaperone 
The Spy Who Came in from the Cool 
Your Friendly Neighborhood Kidnappers
Monkee vs. Machine
The following screenshots are courtesy of Sunshine Factory:
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Rhino reveals full contents of limited edition Blu-ray box set; Release date moved from January 29 to April 29

1/12/2016

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*UPDATE: APRIL 14, 2016*
Rhino has announced a second delay regarding The Monkees' Blu-ray package, which now has a release date of June 27, 2016.

In an email this evening from Monkees.com, the following information regarding the upcoming release, The Monkees - The Complete Series on Blu-ray, was provided:

Full contents of THE MONKEES - THE COMPLETE SERIES
on Blu-ray revealed!
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​All 58 episodes, newly remastered in stunning HD from the original negatives for the very first time, plus the 1969 TV Special "33 1/3 Revolutions Per Monkee"

Bonus material featuring commentaries from all four Monkees, original Kellogg's Monkees commercials, and more

The 1968 Monkees film "HEAD" in HD with never-before-seen outtakes

Unique packaging including a 7" featuring "Star Collector" b/w "Goin' Down" in unique TV mono mixes

Strictly limited to 10,000 individually numbered sets

Only available at Monkees.com
​We're excited to reveal the contents of this long-awaited collection. But first, check out the fantastic packaging - a lenticular 3-D cover mount that "moves" as you tilt it!
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Discs 1-7

All 58 original, uncut episodes of THE MONKEES, remastered in HD from the original film negatives
Audio commentary from all four Monkees

NEW audio commentary from Micky Dolenz, Rodney Bingenheimer and
"Monkee Girl" Valerie Kairys Venet

Alternate "Saturday morning rerun" versions of 10 episodes with alternate songs and mixes

All in the original glorious mono direct from the film audio mags

Disc 8

The 1968 movie HEAD, in HD

Optional DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround soundtrack
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Audio commentary from all four Monkees

Disc 9

The 1969 NBC television special 33 1/3 REVOLUTIONS PER MONKEE, restored from
newly discovered video elements

Audio commentary from Micky Dolenz

Disc 10 - BONUS DISC, AVAILABLE IN THIS STRICTLY LIMITED EDITION ONLY!

​Original screen tests

Original TV commercial spots featuring The Monkees

Newly discovered outtakes from THE MONKEES TV series

Newly discovered color promo film for "Randy Scouse Git" created for TOP OF THE POPS and unseen since its original airing

Never-before-seen backstage footage of The Monkees at the 1967 Emmy Awards

Newly discovered outtakes from the movie HEAD

Newly discovered outtakes from the TV special 33 1/3 REVOLUTIONS PER MONKEE

The Monkees on THE JOHNNY CASH SHOW in 1969, including "Nine Times Blue" and "Everybody Loves A Nut (with Johnny Cash)"

The Monkees on THE GLEN CAMPBELL GOODTIME HOUR in 1969, including a medley of "Last Train to Clarksville/I'm A Believer/Salesman" and a performance of "Tear Drop City"

The Monkees on ROWAN & MARTIN'S LAUGH-IN in 1969

Davy Jones performing "Someday Man" from the 1969 TV special MUSIC BAG,
​unseen since its original airing

Newly restored color promo film for "Oh My My"
As you can see, we've been working up to the last minute to make this the most spectacular collection possible for fans. As a result, we reluctantly have to move our release date a few weeks back, to April 29. We realize this is disappointing, but we want to ensure this is release is up to Rhino's highest standards. And believe us, it will be worth the wait! 

This collection is strictly limited to 10,000 individually numbered boxes and once those are sold out, this edition and bonus disc will never be available again. Don't miss out - pre-order your copy now!
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Monkees guest star visits with Andrew Sandoval

12/16/2015

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Valerie Kairys, who made appearances in several Monkees episodes and Head, is recording commentary for the upcoming Monkees Blu-ray box set.
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(Screenshot courtesy of Sunshine Factory)
Andrew Sandoval & Valerie Kairys Venet talk Monkeess

We have a couple of special visitors today at Monkees HQ - Blu Ray Reissue Producer Andrew Sandoval and "Monkee Girl" Valerie Kairys Venet! They're here today recording brand new commentaries for the boxed set. Check out the video below for some behind-the-scenes insight!Get 'THE MONKEES - THE COMPLETE SERIES' in glorious High-Definition Blu Ray January 2016! Order at Monkees.com here: http://smarturl.it/MonkeesD2C

Posted by The Monkees on Wednesday, December 16, 2015
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Valerie Kairys appears at Beavertown Davy event

6/29/2014

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Davy Day lures ’60s sidekick
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Message from Davy Jones Equine Memorial noting end of 2014 Auction

5/27/2014

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Davy Jones Equine Memorial
It’s over! 

We are so thankful to everyone who participated in our Art & Collectibles Auction—your support will help us to continue providing sanctuary for Dad’s herd, take care of unforeseen expenses (like our recent fence repair and Smither’s emergency vet visit!), and allow us to begin working toward our longer-term goals for DJEMF over the coming year. 

We’d like to especially recognize everyone who contributed to the wonderful offerings that were available for auction. Heartfelt thanks and appreciation go out to:
Anita Pollinger-Jones
Annabel Jones
Beverly Chick
Bobbi Boyce
Bonnie Folnsbee 
Charlene Nowak
Darlene Brushwood
Donna Corbin
Emily Dolenz
Gary Strobl
Henry Diltz
Jennifer McLeod
Julie Newmar
Linda Haines Jones
Mary Cherry
Michael Nesmith
Nurit Wilde
Paul McCartney
Peter Tork
Phoenix Burrows-Jones
Sert Fetti
Susan A. C. Farris
Suzanne Gee
The Estate of Bonnie Lemieux 
Valerie Kairys Venet

Again, thank you all—we are endlessly grateful for your love and support; it really makes a difference, every day! xxox
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  • '60s
    • 1966 PROMOTIONAL TOUR
    • 1966 - 1967 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
    • 1967 US / BRITISH TOUR
    • "HEAD" (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE) CONCERT
    • AUSTRALIA & JAPAN 1968
    • 1969 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
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    • THE MONKEES LIVE IN 1970
    • THE GREAT GOLDEN HITS OF THE MONKEES (Dolenz, Jones, Boyce & Hart)
  • '80s
    • 1986 'SOUND OF THE MONKEES' AUSTRALIAN TOUR
    • 1986 '20th ANNIVERSARY' NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
    • THE GREEK THEATRE 1986 (all four Monkees reunited)
    • 1987 'SOUND OF THE MONKEES' AUSTRALIAN TOUR
    • 1987 NORTH AMERICAN 'HERE WE COME AGAIN' TOUR
    • 1988 AUSTRALIAN TOUR
    • 1989 EUROPEAN TOUR
    • 1989 NORTH AMERICAN / JAPANESE TOUR
    • UNIVERSAL AMPHITHEATRE 1989 (all four Monkees reunited)
  • '90s
    • 'MICKY AND DAVY: TOGETHER AGAIN'
    • 1996 '30th ANNIVERSARY' NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
    • BILLBOARD LIVE 1996
    • 1997 UNITED KINGDOM 'JUSTUS' TOUR
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    • 2002 NORTH AMERICAN / UNITED KINGDOM 'MONKEEMANIA' TOUR
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    • AN EVENING WITH THE MONKEES (THE 2012 TOUR)
    • A MIDSUMMER'S NIGHT WITH THE MONKEES (THE 2013 TOUR)
    • 2014 MONKEES TOUR
    • AN EVENING WITH THE MONKEES (FEATURING MICKY DOLENZ & PETER TORK)
    • GOOD TIMES: THE 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR
    • THE PANTAGES THEATRE 2016 (Michael Nesmith's final Monkees concert)
    • THE MONKEES PRESENT: THE MIKE NESMITH & MICKY DOLENZ SHOW
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