In a message sent earlier today to subscribers of his Beatland Books email list, Andrew Sandoval, author of The Monkees: The Day-By-Day Story and the group's manager/tour producer, provided the latest shipping status updates regarding his new book. He also took time to report on the early days of The Monkees Farewell Tour, which stops in Austin, Texas this Thursday!
Read Andrew's message below, along with a timely postscript: Dear Beatland Reader: The Monkees On Tour
Hours after sending the message above, Andrew posted the following on Facebook :
UPDATE 9/24/2021: Now shipping!
20 Comments
BobbyG
9/21/2021 20:32:46
Always great to see this kind of heartfelt insider's info from Andrew. I love to live vicariously through his notes--imagine starting as a fan and transforming into what he's become.
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Linda B.
9/21/2021 23:16:54
I read somewhere that Micky said this would be the final TOUR but they might do some individual shows after the tour. When I talked to management at the Big Barn, they said they expected the new dates to be in the spring. So, keep your fingers crossed.
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William Byron
9/22/2021 09:28:33
Where did you read this? I've read every interview with Micky so far and the only thing he's said that I've seen is that *he* will still do solo shows billed as "The lead singer from The Monkees" so is that what you are referring to possibly?
JJ Lloyd
9/22/2021 11:42:52
William Byron... looks like you missed at least one interview. Micky said that he and Mike getting together for single dates in the future was a possibility in his interview with Variety this past May.
William Byron
9/22/2021 16:43:28
Thank you JJ! You are correct, I missed that one.
Robbie Blackmon
9/21/2021 22:38:50
Curious, now.. So, what were the chords that Pete transposed for "Listen To the Band"??
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Bri
9/22/2021 14:19:33
Beautiful post by Andrew. This appears to really be the end for The Monkees. Savor the moment. We've had it really good as fans with the Deluxe Edition albums, blu-ray of the series and Head with outtakes, Micky sings Mike album. Live albums . A New very good album, even a Christmas album. This upcoming book that appears to be incredible. Concerts allowed us to see all 4 in concert at different times. I saw them back in 2013 with Mike and it was a blast.
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Matthew
9/23/2021 13:31:23
I agree. Rhino did right by the Monkees. The only thing is, as a fan, I wish I hadn't heard some of the things that came out (mostly from Mike) in the last few years. I'm referring mainly to the revelation that, while they were all kinda friends (except Mike and Peter, according), they weren't really the kind of friends who hang out together, or, well, make music together. They all had their own groups of friends with whom they preferred hanging out. As Mike put it, they were all "work associates"
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Dan
9/24/2021 16:40:46
I think that is likely more true today, and in the years that followed 1967. From 1965 - 1967/68 they were probably closer/more friendly with eachother out of necessity. That same, round the clock filming/singing/playing likely also destroyed what level of friendship they did have. Look at the beatles... they spent most of the 70's - 2020's as work associates too. I mean, it doesn't seem like Ringo goes BBQing with Paul.
Matthew
9/27/2021 19:54:46
Dan,
Jeff
9/24/2021 15:18:45
I've seen every touring combination post 60s, even DJB&H, but never all 4 together, unfortunately. But you're right, it's literally been an embarrassment of riches in terms of everything we've gotten. And just got my shipping notification for the book, so I have something to be excited about yet again.
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Freddie Fredder
9/24/2021 17:17:29
I have not gotten an email from Beatland Books in months. I know there have been email issues so I am thankful to the MLA. Glad to hear the email notifications of shipping have been sent out. As much as I'd like to see the farewell tour I am going to pass. It's just been just to difficult to watch the videos of the performances. I'd like to remember M & M performing like I saw them in 2018/19. It was the remaining band --this tour seems too much like a "TV Band"
Tom B
9/22/2021 20:58:12
Micky, Mike, David, and Peter. Words can’t ever begin to describe the impact you have had on our lives. All I can say is thank you, sincerely, thank you for everything you have done and everything you have given these past 55 years.
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Lou Sevens
9/25/2021 19:53:25
Kudos to Andrew on his hard work on the book- whomever emailed him 7 time should be embarrassed and realize its a pandemic and things are difficult.
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Bill
10/1/2021 07:02:18
The book arrived yesterday. Well worth the wait! The day I was born was the first day of filming for the pilot. Born together ...
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Richard Silverberg
10/2/2021 09:54:10
The "Monkees Day to Day" book arrived at my front door on 10/1/21. Thanks to Andrew and staff for the book. The physical weight of the book is as advertised - heavy!
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David A Bush
10/2/2021 11:15:21
Book arrived yesterday. It's beyond my wildest expectations. Don't how he was able to sell these things for $75. It had to have cost much more to produce! It's awesome!
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David S Gofstein
10/2/2021 16:17:35
My copy of the book showed yesterday as well. This is even better than advertised. Seriously it is a beautiful thing to behold. I'll be working my way through it for months to come. Like the previous comment said, I can't imagine how it could have possibly even been produced for $75.00. THANK YOU for all your hard work, Andrew!
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Gregg McKenzie
10/2/2021 18:16:05
Quite simply, and the best way to put it - this book is BEAUTIFUL!!! This will obviously be the crown jewel of any Monkees' publication. Not to diminish Maggie McManus' book from way back (still a wonderful book), but this one is amazing. Easily worth twice the price. Thank you, Andrew. In the words of Mr. T, "I pity the fool who e-mailed Andrew seven times and canceled his order.'
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Don Jack
10/15/2021 14:33:22
My books arrived today and "impressive" does not do it justice...VERY well worth the money spent! I had ordered both the Super Deluxe and the Softback...the box felt like it weighted 50 pounds!
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