Buckle up, Monkees fans! Jeff welcomes back John Billings, legendary bassist, and all-around cool guy, to dish on recording "Live at The Troubadour" with Micky Dolenz. From stage jitters to bass lines that matter, John takes us behind the scenes of capturing a once-in-a-lifetime performance. We talk Micky’s timeless voice, the club’s rock-and-roll legacy, and a few “OMG” moments in production. Plus, hear about the surprise VIPs lurking in the wings, why the bass deserves more respect, and how Make-A-Wish plays into this historic show.
Episode Highlights:
🎸 What makes this album special?
🎸 Did Jeff almost meet Davy Jones? (The regret is real.)
🎸 The song John wishes he could redo—but didn’t need to.
🎸 The unsung hero of any band… the bass player.
Press play for music nostalgia, backstage shenanigans, and a whole lot of wit.
👉 Listen now and experience The Troubadour magic!
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- Micky Dolenz Live at the Troubadour CD
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- Episode 230 of this podcast also with John Billings
- John's musical credits
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