Doing a 180: The Monkees, Good Times

Rhino has made it a point to reissue classic albums on 180-gram vinyl on a regular basis. This is the latest to get that treatment. You're welcome.

Say, have you heard about this new Monkees album? Or has that joke gotten old at this point? Well, even if it is, we’re not going to stop telling it, because it’s served us pretty well thus far: it’s the highest charting album by the group since 1968’s The Birds, The Bees & The Monkees, and it’s gotten some of the best reviews of their 50-year history.

The Herald Standard: “If indeed this latest album serves as the group’s swan song, then it is a joyous finale.” The Independent: “Probably The Monkees’ best album, after their hits compilation.” The New York Times: “Fifty years later, The Monkees are still endearing.” Record Collector: “To everyone’s considerable relief and delight, they’ve pulled it off.” Rolling Stone: “Monkees freaks have waited far too long for this album. But it was worth it.”

Yes, it really is that good, which you already know if you’ve picked up a copy digitally or on CD, but if you’ve been waiting for the chance to have Good Times! on 180-gram vinyl, then your wait is over. Why, it’s like getting a Christmas present in the middle of August, isn’t it?

What the LP are you waiting for? Go grab yourself a copy!