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"Experience the energy and nostalgia of the Monkees."

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Ed Glantz - Drums

Ed Glantz

Drums

Drawing on decades behind the kit, Ed powers Monkee Business with crisp grooves, stacked harmonies, and a deep love for the Monkees' catalog. From the first downbeat to the final cymbal crash, he keeps the show driving forward.

Gerald Todd - Bass & Keyboards

Gerald Todd

Bass & Keyboards

Gerald weaves melodic bass lines, lush keyboard textures, and rock-solid vocals into every arrangement. He anchors the show musically while sharing stories that bring fans closer to their favorite Monkees moments.

Ken Johnson - Guitar

Ken Johnson

Guitar

When Ken Johnson was in his 30's he was invited to join a band called Cruisin' for a Bruisin'. They played 50's and 60's music and had a huge setlist. At the time Ken didn't play any musical instruments! Out of curiosity and grit, Ken accepted this challenge and learned how to play rhythm and lead guitar. 30+ years later, this band still plays gigs at car shows and church events throughout Northern California.

Ken then started playing with another rock band called The Cadillacs, and recruited his wife to play keyboard. Time is tight when you have a young family in your 30's and the only time the band could practice was late Tuesday nights. Loud rock music became his daughters' lullabys one night a week for a few years and it is a funny and special memory of how music has shaped Ken's life.

It was around this time when Ken realized that apparently, he was committed to music, and decided he wanted to perform with that true-to-form vintage sound. This triggered the beginnings of a guitar and amp collection that Ken has curated for 40 years, often bringing them along to perform with at shows. His vintage collection has been featured in magazines and many have stories of famous musicians who have owned them in the past.

Most recently, Ken's interest was piqued when he learned about Monkee Business. He has always been a fan of the Monkees sound, but had an especial respect for the world's best studio band in LA (The Wrecking Crew) who recorded the instrumental music on the first few Monkees albums. Ken joined Monkee Business in July 2025 as the guitar player. He loves the technical skill, rich repertoire, and the joy of sharing this beloved music with others.

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