The Monkees – More of the Monkees

Dive into the heart of 1960s pop-rock with this pristine first-pressing, mono LP of More of the Monkees, straight from Colgems’ original 1967 factory run. With an exceptionally low serial number etched in the run-out groove, this copy represents the earliest pressing of the band’s sophomore effort—issued just months after their explosive TV debut. The bright yellow sleeve, featuring a candid portrait of Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork, and Davy Jones framed against sunlit oaks, remains remarkably crisp aside from gentle corner wear.

Inside, you’ll find the band at the peak of their playful yet polished sound. Producers Tommy Boyce & Bobby Hart and Neil Sedaka & Carole Bayer Sager trade off steering the sessions, while Dolenz’s cheeky delivery on “Your Auntie Grizelda” and Nesmith’s country-tinged guitar on “Sometime in the Morning” reveal the group’s surprising versatility. Of course, the album culminates in the era-defining smash “I’m a Believer,” a Jeff Barry/Neil Diamond masterpiece that still resonates on radio playlists today.

This collectible pressing offers the authentic warmth and punch of 1960s mono vinyl, capturing every handclap, guitar twang, and backing-vocal harmony in full analog glory. The high-gloss label remains free of spindle marks, and the vinyl surface shows only the slightest patina—guaranteed to play through all 12 tracks with minimal background noise. Whether you’re a Monkees completist or a vintage-vinyl aficionado, this low-numbered gem is a rare opportunity to own a cornerstone of pop history.