First off, we’re really really old, and actually remember all of the decades. Second, we saved the pop charts out of record stores when we were in Junior High. And third, we measured total sales. “The Tennessee Waltz” was the biggest chart success of the 50’s, but “Hounddog” and “Don’t Be Cruel” sold a buttload of records. Quadruple Platinum, baby.
As far as the most popular “City Songs”, well, you’ve listened to both episodes and you realize what a daunting task we face each week. Same story–chart success and record sales. One important thing we’ve learned in our research: There aint no train station in Clarksville. The Monkees have lost all their credibility, and have been banished from future episodes.
Send us any grand brainstorms for new shows.