The Monkees Self-Titled Debut Vinyl LP and similar items

The Monkees Self-Titled Vinyl LP - Colgems COM-101 Mono First Pressing (1966) with Last Train to Clarksville and Monkees Theme Condition: Very Good Vinyl and Very Good Cover. Vinyl has some light scuffs, was cleaned and play-tested on both sides and plays very well with occasional, light background noise. Cover has good color, minor wear, and no writing. Matrix / Runout (Side A): TZRM-4687-12S B1 - Rockaway Matrix / Runout (Side B): TZRM-4688-8S B2 - Rockaway The Monkees is the debut studio album by the Monkees. It was released in October 1966 by Colgems Records in the United States. It was the first of four consecutive U.S. number one albums for the group, taking the top spot on the Billboard 200 for 13 weeks. The Monkees has been certified quintuple platinum by the RIAA. The song "Last Train to Clarksville" was released as a single shortly before the release of the album and went to the top of the Billboard chart. Track listing - Original 1966 Colgems vinyl issue Side 1 1. "(Theme From) The Monkees" Micky Dolenz 2:18 2. "Saturday's Child" (David Gates) Micky Dolenz 2:43 3. "I Wanna Be Free" Davy Jones 2:39 4. "Tomorrow's Gonna Be Another Day" (Tommy Boyce, Steve Venet) Micky Dolenz 2:39 5. "Papa Jean's Blues" (Michael Nesmith) Michael Nesmith 1:57 6. "Take a Giant Step" (Gerry Goffin, Carole King) Micky Dolenz 2:33 Side 2 1. "Last Train to Clarksville" Micky Dolenz 2:44 2. "This Just Doesn't Seem to Be My Day" Davy Jones 2:09 3. "Let's Dance On" Micky Dolenz 2:30 4. "I'll Be True to You" (Gerry Goffin, Russ Titelman) Davy Jones 2:50 5. "Sweet Young Thing" (Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Michael Nesmith) Michael Nesmith 1:56 6. "Gonna Buy Me a Dog" Micky Dolenz, Davy Jones 2:41 The Monkees Drums, Vocals ? Micky Dolenz Guitar, Vocals ? David Jones*, Mike Nesmith*, Peter Tork Supervised By ? Don Kirshner _____________________________________________ Shipping: Calculated domestic shipping via Media Mail or Priority Mail. Will ship internationally at FLAT RATES. Records mailed in a proper cardboard LP mailer. All records cleaned prior to shipment. Check out my other auctions, and save on shipping! I do offer multiple-bid shipping discounts -- please contact me before paying if you plan to purchase or bid on multiple auctions. Payment: Paypal is preferred method of payment. Return Policy: I do accept returns for up to 30 days. Please let me know if you have questions about this item or any others I have for sale before you bid or purchase. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact me immediately and I will do whatever I can to resolve. This may be a replacement, a credit, or a full or partial refund depending on the circumstances. _____________________________________________ I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects. MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint. NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage. GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft. Feel free to contact me with any specific questions.