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What happened with The Monkees television series?
In assigning instruments for purposes of the television show, a dilemma arose as to which of the four would be the drummer.
How long did the dilemma about who will be the drummer for purposes of the television show last?
Dolenz was assigned to become the drummer. Tork taught Dolenz enough for him to fake his way through filming the pilot, but he was soon taught how to play properly.
When did The Monkees officially have a concert and went on stage?
The band went out on the road and made their debut live performance in December 1966 in Hawaii.
What are some important aspects of the The Monkees on tour article?
They had no time to rehearse a live performance except between takes on set. They worked on the TV series all day, recorded in the studio at night.
Did the band The Monkees become successful on stage?
The results were far better than expected. The group was greeted fan adulation reminiscent of Beatlemania.

Question: What happened with the unreleased recordings?
Self-contained rewrite: What happened with the unreleased recordings by The Monkees?