On the set of 33 1/3 Revolutions Per Monkee, November 1968. Peter leaving The Monkees, post 1 of 3.

Tom Snyder: “Why did it all break up?” Micky Dolenz: “Well, Peter Tork quit. That was the main reason.” Davy Jones: “Well, he withdrew, he actually withdrew. He didn’t just quit, there was, there was a reason for it. He was not being artistically satisfied in certain ways. And we were, as I said, Micky and I, had done other things before and so we were used to taking the directions. So when it come down to other people, forgetting that Carole King and Neil Diamond and Harry Nilsson, Neil Sedaka wrote all the tunes — and Mike and Peter also did, but they never got the chance really to put any down in the early days. They decided that they wanted to do more music and Peter was the first one. He withdrew, and said that he would prefer to try it on his own so he could do more of what he likes best, which is music.” MD: “They’d been promised, Mike and Peter had been promised that they would be able to express themselves musically because they were from a musical background. Peter had been in New York, in the Village, come through that scene with the Mamas and Papas and Lovin’ Spoonful. And he’s a genius, the man is a genius at music. As I said, Peter was — and is — a genius in music. And he got very frustrated because he wasn’t able to satisfy himself creatively. And Mike felt the same way." - Tomorrow with Tom Snyder, 1977

"We never thought of replacing him — there’s only one Peter Tork in the world. Who knows, maybe in two or three years’ time he’ll come back?” - Michael Nesmith, Melody Maker, March 1, 1969

"'Of all of us, I was the one who took the most pain,’ Tork said. 'But looking back, I think it was misplaced idealism that caused me that pain, not the actual phenomenon — the thing that Michael Nesmith calls "the artifact." 'As a musician, I feel extremely lucky that we got to make one album, Headquarters, that was exactly the album I hoped to make.’" - The Charlotte Observer, May 31, 1997

“I didn't have a band. I wanted this kind of connection and I didn't get it, so I felt it was up to me to leave." - Peter Tork, The Guardian, April 28, 2011

THE MONKEES (1966-1968) ↳ 1x12 I’ve Got a Little Song Here

My gift to you all this holiday season.

The Monkees singing “Deck the Halls”

Season 2 Episode 15: The Monkees’ Christmas show

i look just like her? 😀 my auntie grizelda?

Although Mike is the leader, protector, and caregiver of the group, there are times when he needs the others to look after him, like when he's sick or wakes up from a nightmare. How would the others help him out? I feel like although their methods wouldn't be perfect, they'd end up being sweet and adorable and Mike would just appreciate the thoughtfulness and effort.

All the guys have their own little methods which usually causes more problems than they fix <3

Whenever Mike has a nightmare, it’s usually Micky who comforts him (until they all move into the one bedroom at least). Micky’s kind of used to dealing with nightmares because of his little sisters and it never crosses his mind that he should treat Mike any different. So he’ll climb into Mikes bed, hug his head to his chest, pet his hair, and whisper that everything’s okay and that he’s safe. Sometimes he’ll encourage Mike to get up and take a walk around the block in the cold because Mikes feeling restless and the cold kinda shocks the bad thoughts out of him. Then when they get back to the pad its super warm compared to outside so it’s easy to get all cozy and go back to sleep. Mike always gets embarrassed when Micky knows he’s had a nightmare but Mickys very good at calming him and making him feel less embarrassed, it’s like the only time Micky ever acts serious.

When Mikes sick, the Pad gets dangerous. Peter slaves over the stove to make him soup (which usually makes him more sick but he tried) and Davy piles every blanket in the house on top of him. Peter will take his soup upstairs to him and Mike is a just a single hand waving for help under a blanket monster.

Davy and Peter are a little less experienced at comforting Mike (since he’s not as touchy feely as them) so they treat him how he treats them. If Mikes upset, Davy and Peter will read a story to him and act it out all dramatically which never fails to make Mike smile. They’ll take him outside to watch the waves or the birds to distract him or calm him down. It’s usually a two man job when it comes to them.

They do try to help him separately though. Peters very good at encouraging Mike to talk about his troubles, even if Peter can’t help. He’ll let Mike rant and rave until he’s tired himself out then Peter will tell him silly stories from his life in the village or something else to lighten the mood.

Davy on the other hand, is the exact opposite. He’ll cuddle up with Mike and just let them sit in silence. It helps Mike to think things through and sort through his head and it’s nice to have comfort without having to explain himself.

Opposite methods but they’re equally as effective.

They’re not at Mike standard but they’re surprisingly good at helping out!

talk to me, i'll talk to you; do you know what you do?

i had to sacrifice some only because of the 10 option limit, so if it's something else put it in the tags :)

Monkees Paw tag scene redraw! I love the outfits in this episode so so much

peter groovin

On tour, 1989. Photo credits as known: Cindy Andrew/Toronto Star via Getty Images, Cathy Whitehead, George Massina, Helen Pantuso.

“[Dolenz said, of a charity concert in London] 'We never mind doing anything for a good cause.’ Peter Tork carried on strumming on his guitar and Davy Jones (yes, he really is that small) relaxed the tense look on his face, briefly, to suggest that the song should be included in their forthcoming American tour. ‘It’s money for old rope,’ is how Micky Dolenz, who has the kind of face that could never look tense, summed up the group’s reformation.” - The Gazette, April 28, 1989 About the '80s tours stage costumes, designed and made by Peter's then-girlfriend Jennifer McLeod: Q: "[A]t what point did you begin making costumes for the Monkees?" Jennifer McLeod: "In 1987, in Australia. David Jones asked me if I would be interested. [...] I'd never really done anything for men before other than some stage costumes years ago. David asked me if I would be interested in doing the Monkees costumes for the '87 tour in the U.S. and I positively leapt at the chance. [...] I had [previously] made some clothes for Peter. [...] In '89, Micky and Trina specifically requested (tuxedo) tails... There was one sketch that I had done with tails. It had actually been done for David, and Micky said he would like tails too, so I modified a design I'd proposed for him and did it in tails." Q: "The Monkees could make changes and you wouldn't be insulted?" Jennifer McLeod: "No, not really. David, in '89, wanted a black version of the jacket I'd done for him in '87 with piano keys. So I did that. Peter came to me after he saw both Micky and Davy had black suits and said, 'I really want a black jacket as well.' So there was a certain give or take." - 16, May 1990

Peter Tork ↳ Love Is Only Sleeping - The Monkees

i love peter’s voice so much why wasn’t he in more songs (sobs)

Classic rock ship moodboard:

The couple/ship: Davy Jones x Peter Tork

Their song: For Pete’s Sake

Yeah I'm punk

*plays "Randy Scouse Git" as loud as possible*

April 15, 2024

Today's Dog: Norfolk Terrier! The smallest working terrier, Norfolks are distinguished from Norwich terriers by their ears! Norwichs have pointy, triangular ears, while the Norfolk's droop. They were developed in the late 1800s in Britain, and were popular housepets for students at Cambridge.

Today's Monkee: Zor and Zam! A Micky lead from The Birds, The Bees, and The Monkees. It was wrote by the Chadwicks and was one of the songs in The Frodis Caper. Zor and Zam exists partially out of anger for the Vietnam War, with a strong anti-war sentiment (literally no one coming to fight in a war)