Barrelful of Monkees: Monkees Songs for Kids! facts for kids
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| Released | March 12, 1996 | |||
| Recorded | 1966 - 1991 | |||
| Genre | Rock | |||
| Length | 29:22 | |||
| Label | Rhino | |||
| Producer | Various | |||
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Barrelful of Monkees: Monkees Songs For Kids! is a special music album released in 1996 by Rhino Records. It's a compilation album, which means it's a collection of songs that were originally released on different albums. This particular album was made especially for kids and features many fun and catchy tunes by the famous American band, the Monkees.
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About "Barrelful of Monkees"
This album was put together by Rhino Records, specifically for their "Kid Rhino" record label. It was designed to introduce the fun and catchy songs of The Monkees to a younger audience. The album includes a mix of their well-known hits and some lesser-known tracks that were thought to be perfect for children.
What is a Compilation Album?
A compilation album is like a "best of" or "collection" album. Instead of featuring all new songs, it gathers songs that have already been released on other albums, or sometimes even singles. These albums are great for new fans who want to hear a band's most popular songs, or for themed collections like "songs for kids."
Who Were The Monkees?
The Monkees were a very popular American rock and pop band formed in 1966. They were created for a TV show about a fictional band, but they quickly became a real musical group with huge hits. The band members were Micky Dolenz, Davy Jones, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork. They were known for their catchy songs, fun personalities, and energetic performances. Even though the TV show ended, their music continued to be loved by many generations.
The Songs on the Album
Barrelful of Monkees features 12 songs that were chosen to be kid-friendly. These songs come from various Monkees albums released between 1966 and 1991. The album has a mix of upbeat tunes and some gentler songs, making it a good listen for different moods.
- "Theme From) The Monkees" (from the 1966 album The Monkees)
- "Gonna Buy Me a Dog" (from the 1966 album The Monkees)
- "Apples, Peaches, Bananas and Pears" (from the 1987 album Missing Links)
- "Your Auntie Grizelda" (from the 1967 album More Of The Monkees)
- "Teeny Tiny Gnome" (from the 1987 album Missing Links)
- "Porpoise Song" (from the 1991 album Micky Dolenz Puts You To Sleep)
- "The Poster" (from the 1968 album The Birds, The Bees & The Monkees)
- "Papa Gene's Blues" (from the 1966 album The Monkees)
- "I Can't Get Her off My Mind" (from the 1967 album Headquarters)
- "Saturday's Child" (from the 1966 album The Monkees)
- "Laugh" (from the 1967 album More Of The Monkees)
- "Pillow Time" (from the 1969 album The Monkees Present)
