🎄 MUSIC LEGEND RETURNS: MICKY DOLENZ BRINGS HIS ICONIC VOICE AND CHRISTMAS SPIRIT TO ROCKEFELLER CENTER THIS YEAR 🎤✨
This holiday season, New York City is set to shine brighter, sparkle harder, and sing louder than ever — because Micky Dolenz, the legendary voice of The Monkees and one of pop music’s most enduring icons, is making his grand return to the stage for NBC’s “Christmas at Rockefeller Center” celebration.
At 80 years old, Dolenz remains a living embodiment of joy, nostalgia, and timeless musical charm — and his upcoming performance promises to be one of the most unforgettable holiday moments of 2025.
🌟 A LEGEND RETURNS TO THE LIGHTS
For millions, Christmas in New York means one thing: the majestic Rockefeller Center tree lighting, a night where music, magic, and memories blend together under a sky full of lights. This year, however, the event carries a special kind of warmth — the kind only Micky Dolenz can bring.
Known for his unmistakable voice, playful wit, and heartfelt energy, Dolenz has captivated audiences for nearly six decades. From hits like “I’m a Believer” and “Daydream Believer” to his countless live performances across the world, his music has become part of the American soundtrack — cheerful, honest, and filled with love.
Now, for the first time in years, Dolenz will take the stage at Rockefeller Center, performing a setlist that producers have called “a perfect blend of classic holiday magic and golden-era nostalgia.”
“There’s something deeply moving about seeing Micky under the Rockefeller lights,” said NBC producer James McCallister. “He’s not just performing songs — he’s giving people back a piece of their childhood.”
🎶 A SETLIST FULL OF HOLIDAY MAGIC
Fans tuning in on NBC or gathering live at Rockefeller Center can expect a concert brimming with both reverence and fun.
Micky Dolenz is set to perform deeply emotional renditions of timeless Christmas hymns such as “Silent Night” and “O Holy Night,” songs that highlight the rich, soulful warmth of his maturing voice. Between those moments of intimacy, he’ll turn up the energy with upbeat, retro-styled performances of “Jingle Bell Rock” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” infusing each tune with his signature Monkees-era playfulness.
But perhaps the most anticipated moment of the night will be the debut of Dolenz’s brand-new original holiday single, titled “A Monkee Christmas (Lights of Love).”
The song — written and recorded specifically for this year’s NBC special — is described as “a heartfelt reflection on family, love, and the magic of shared memories,” wrapped in shimmering harmonies and that unmistakable 1960s pop spirit.
“It’s not about grand gestures,” Dolenz explained in a recent interview. “It’s about the simple things — the light in someone’s eyes, the laughter at the dinner table, the warmth of being together. That’s Christmas to me.”
🕯️ A PERFORMANCE FILLED WITH HEART AND HISTORY
For Micky Dolenz, this isn’t just another concert — it’s a full-circle moment. Nearly six decades after The Monkees first brought smiles to television screens and radio waves, Dolenz’s return to a live national broadcast on NBC feels poetic.
Back in the 1960s, Dolenz was one of the most recognizable faces on television, representing youth, optimism, and the joy of pop music. Now, as one of the few remaining members of The Monkees, his presence carries with it a profound sense of legacy — a reminder of music’s power to transcend time.
“When people hear his voice,” said longtime collaborator David Alexander, “they’re not just hearing Micky Dolenz — they’re hearing the soundtrack of their own lives. That’s what makes this Christmas performance so powerful.”
Behind the scenes, NBC producers have gone all-out to create a stage design inspired by both Dolenz’s musical legacy and the nostalgia of the holiday season. Expect vibrant gold and red lighting, subtle nods to the 1960s pop aesthetic, and a grand orchestral backing that brings both warmth and grandeur to the night.
🎁 A MESSAGE BEYOND THE MUSIC
Beyond the glitz, lights, and harmonies, Dolenz’s return also carries a message of reflection — about gratitude, resilience, and finding light even in the quieter chapters of life.
Having lived through immense highs and personal losses, Dolenz often speaks candidly about cherishing every moment on stage.
“I don’t take this for granted,” he told NBC News. “Every note, every smile, every audience — it means something. If I can make someone feel a little less alone this Christmas, then that’s worth everything.”
His humility and humor remain as vibrant as ever. Backstage insiders say Dolenz insisted on greeting the choir, band, and crew personally, thanking everyone for being part of “the magic.”
“He’s the same Micky — warm, funny, and full of life,” one staff member shared. “When he started rehearsing ‘Silent Night,’ half the room was in tears.”
🎄 ROCKEFELLER CENTER — WHERE MEMORIES SHINE
The 2025 “Christmas at Rockefeller Center” special will feature a star-studded lineup of performers, but producers say Dolenz’s segment is the emotional centerpiece — “a reminder of why music matters, especially at Christmas.”
As the 80-foot Christmas tree lights up the New York skyline, Micky Dolenz will close his performance with his new single, “A Monkee Christmas (Lights of Love),” joined by a children’s choir and accompanied by falling snow.
It will be more than just a performance — it will be a moment of unity, nostalgia, and pure joy.
“Music and Christmas share the same magic,” Dolenz said. “They both remind us that love and light never fade — they just keep shining, year after year.”
✨ “CHRISTMAS AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER” — AIRING LIVE ON NBC, DECEMBER 3, 2025
A night of music, memories, and magic — starring Micky Dolenz, the man who made us all believers once more.
Because this Christmas, the brightest light won’t just be on the tree — it’ll be in his voice. ❤️🎶
