{"title":"Michael Nesmith","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMichael Nesmith, also known as Michael Blessing, Nez, Woolhat, and Papa Nez, was a multi-talented American artist. Born on December 30, 1942 in Houston, Texas, he made significant contributions to the music industry as a singer\/songwriter, musician, actor, producer, novelist and businessman. He was the proud owner of The Pacific Arts Corp., Inc. Throughout his career, Nesmith's creativity knew no bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a diverse range of talents and interests spanning various artistic fields including music and literature, Nesmith left an indelible mark on the entertainment world. His work extended beyond his solo endeavors; he collaborated with renowned artists such as *Gene Clark*, *Dillard \u0026amp; Clark*, *The Flying Burrito Brothers*, *The International Submarine Band*, *Roger McGuinn*, *Gram Parsons*, *Chris Hillman* and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTragically passing away on December 10th 2021 in Carmel Valley Village California at the age of 78,*Michael Nesmith* leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. As we remember this influential figure in music history let us celebrate his extraordinary achievements as an artist who truly embodied versatility and passion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"different-drum-the-lost-rca-victor-recordings","title":"Different Drum - The Lost RCA Victor Recordings","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Nesmith has always travelled to the beat of a 'Different Drum', whether as the writer of that classic hit for Linda Ronstadt and The Stone Poneys, the wool hat-clad member of The Monkees, or one of the earliest progenitors of the country-rock genre. In recent years, Nesmith has penned a critically acclaimed autobiography, reformed the First National Band to sold-out audiences, and both recorded and performed live to fans young and old with The Monkees. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow, Real Gone Music and Second Disc Records are proud to present a major deep dive into the Nez archives. \u003ci\u003eDifferent Drum: The Lost RCA Victor Recordings\u003c\/i\u003e features 22 tracks drawn from the RCA Victor vaults, every one of which is previously unreleased in any physical format. Over six RCA albums released between 1970 and 1973, Nesmith blossomed as a singer, songwriter, bandleader, and producer under the aegis of RCA Nashville legends Chet Atkins and Felton Jarvis. With bandmates including legendary pedal steel guitarist O.J. 'Red' Rhodes, John Ware, and John London, Nesmith pioneered country-rock with a spiritual and searching style all his own. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDifferent Drum\u003c\/i\u003e premieres on CD some of his most remarkable musical explorations from this vivid period including cosmic reimaginings of Monkees-era favorites like 'Tapioca Tundra,' 'Magnolia Simms,' 'Circle Sky,' and 'Listen to the Band;' unheard outtakes like 'American Airman' and 'Six Days on the Road;' vastly different alternate takes of 'Different Drum,' 'Dedicated Friend,' and 'Tengo Amore;' and even an early version of 'Marie's Theme' from his cult classic multimedia project The Prison. The mind-altering music on \u003ci\u003eDifferent Drum\u003c\/i\u003e has been mixed from the original multitracks by Andrew Sandoval and mastered by Vic Anesini at Sony's Battery Studios, while Papa Nez himself has contributed insightful new commentary to the liner notes by The Second Disc's Joe Marchese. Rare photos by renowned photographer Henry Diltz and previously unseen images round out this landmark package. Different Drum is a freewheeling, widescreen journey through the world of one of rock's greatest iconoclasts. Don't take our word for it: listen to the band!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Gone Music","offers":[{"title":"Blue | LP | x2","offer_id":50462164943179,"sku":"1154684","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/e8cc317a-e294-4e46-b3fe-ae722347c3e7_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727255358"},{"product_id":"magnetic-south","title":"Magnetic South","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Nesmith is best known as a member of the successful American pop and rock band The Monkees. After their break-up, he started performing with the seminal country-rock group the First National Band, and later as a solo artist. 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This stripped-down album was a musical dialogue between Nesmith (on vocals and 12-string acoustic guitar) and Red Rhodes (on his pedal steel), journeying from his pre-Monkees songbook through the present day. On \u003ci\u003ePretty Much Your Standard Ranch Stash\u003c\/i\u003e Michael brought in a seven-piece country band. It includes a new version of the Monkees-era track \"Some Of Shelly's Blues,\" and Cindy Walker's \"Born To Love You.\" Rolling Stone magazine called his material \"the best music you've never heard.\" \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music On CD","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50484027916619,"sku":"133148","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2030a700-4593-4972-8a22-b67b701cb8c2_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727579197"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/michael-nesmith.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}