Song of the Day: The Monkees - "Daydream Believer" (Official Music Video)

"Daydream Believer", released in 1967, is probably the most popular and enduring song by the Monkees. It is happy, hopeful and innocent, and a great timeless pop song. The official video is colorful, fun and could have only been made in the 60's!

Photo of Davy Jones and Maureen McCormick from the television program The Brady Bunch. (November 23, 1971) Photo By ABC Television link

David "Davy" Jones, the cute lead singer (and everybody's favorite Monkee) would have celebrated his 71st birthday today--he was born on December 30, 1945, in Openshaw, Manchester, England. Sadly, he passed away in 2012. 

The Monkees television episodes originally aired from 1966 to 1968, but reruns of the sitcom were broadcast for many years, introducing new generations of fans to their music.  From 1986 to 2011, the band reunited and toured several times, and even recorded new music.

The Monkees in May 1967 link

Fans remember Davy Jones for his distinctive voice, charm and good looks. Davy's official website is www.davyjones.net. It features pictures, merchandise, biographical information and personal stories from people who knew him.

Davy Jones loved horses, and even trained as a jockey in his teens. In later years, he raced as an amateur, and he kept a herd of mostly rescued racehorses. After his death, his family created the Davy Jones Equine Memorial Foundation (DJEMF), which helps to care for his beloved horses. To find out more, or become a supporter, click the foundation link on his official website, or visit www.djemf.com.