Since Michael's passing, the office has been discussing how best to pay tribute to our King of Pop. In the last week we've gone through his records, listened to his songs and watched his dance moves.

Our shirts are very different from many of the other Michael Jackson shirts out there. We specifically chose not to put a date, or RIP. We want the shirts to be a celebration of Michael more than anything else.

I'm going to post the shirts on the site later today. Let us know your thoughts. We took a full week to make them so that they'd be perfect. And in a first for Crooked Monkey, we decided to put these on V necks. What a great way to honor the King of Pop--introducing a new type of shirt in his memory.

I'd also like to point out that our love of Michael Jackson has long roots in our company. Our monkey on the front page dances to Billie Jean and rocks the moonwalk and robot. Go to the homepage, and click on the speakers. Then watch the monkey go to work.

Labels: Michael Jackson, MJ, new t-shirt, RIP, tribute shirts

The great thing about Michael Jackson is that his songs transcended genres, generations and all other boundaries. From ABC to Thriller to Bad to Black and White, Michael produced wholly different types of music--and it was all awesome. Here's a remix we found to "Bad" by David Guetta. The video is great cause its a medley of Michael's moves. Enjoy.

Labels: Bad, David Guetta, Michael Jackson, RIP

Since news broke of Michael's passing I have been teary eyed and at a loss for words. I never got to see him in concert but watched him on TV whenever I got a chance. I did have the pleasure of videotaping his Madison Square Garden Concert, and watching it over and over again. I put my favorite video of his below, Smooth Criminal.

He loved his fans more than anything else in the world. That kind of mutual love--between an icon and his fans--is so rare. But now we are left to mourn alone.

He was planning a huge concert series in London. Turns out he was just practicing for his debut with God.

RIP Michael.

Labels: eulogy, Life stories, Michael Jackson, RIP, top blog posts

History repeats itself. Just usually its hundreds of years later, not 15 months later.

When Governor Spitzer resigned from office last March because of his lust for Prostitutes, Crooked Monkey produced the "I'm not a governor, i just like hoes t-shirt." It was a huge hit, but the moment was short-lived.

Well yesterday we were excited to hear that Governor Mark Sanford joined the ranks of Governors who love hoes. I'm not sure who went to greater lengths to secure a Crooked Monkey shoutout--Spitzer for spending tens of thousands of dollars, or Sanford for going A-wall for 5 days--but regardless they both earned it.

Ironically enough, yesterday monring, I decided to wear the Governor shirt, long before news broke of Governor Sanford's infidelities. After hearing the news, I was beside myself. A modern day prophet? That's for the history books to decide.

Labels: Funny stories, governor sanford, governor spitzer, I'm not a gardener I just like hoes, i'm not a governor i just like hoes, Phrases you can't find on google, political t-shirts, top blog posts

Heeb Magazine, the edgy New York based Jewish Magazine, interviewed me the other day--over Gchat. That's a first for me, and it was pretty interesting. I think I like phone or in person interviews more, but I'm happy with the end product.

With 5 comments, its the most commented post this week. That's good news--means we're interesting.

Go read the interview and learn a little more about our history, our roots and our t-shirts.

Labels: blogs, Heeb Magazine, Interviews, Press

Holiday shipping is always a bit stressful. Like Santa, we need to deliver on time, every time. But unlike Santa, we don't have thousands of elves working for us--just caring and loving interns.

For Father's Day we're running a huge promotion--25% off any of our t-shirts when you use the promo code "Father." We've noticed some pretty questionable "Father's Day gifts"--namely random girls shirts and the I'm not a gardener i just like hoes shirts. I know those shirts aren't going to your dad, but we won't tell anyone. We're happy when you're happy.

Speaking of being happy when you're happy, I wanted to share some customer testimonials. Real people, just like you, who bought shirts and appreciated our prompt, pro active customer service.

Dave from California writes:
"Hey guys, I'm wondering if there's any way I can buy just a few of your company stickers with the crooked monkey logo. You guys always threw in some freebies with my t-shirt orders, but this time I'm just looking for some more stickers if possible.

Dave in California"

We sent him a bunch of stickers and ping pong balls for free. We appreciated his suggestion of paying, but we're going to ship that stuff out for free.

Spencer from France writes:
"So many choices! So, the story is that I'm in France and it's going to be my parents who are bringing it here (yes I'm trying to take crooked monkey global)....

If you think it'd arrive in time, I'll go with the Tips shirt, but if you're hesitant, I'm entirely happy with the polaroid shirt.

I leave the decision in your expert hands!"

We appreciated him calling us experts and are glad that he will be taking the shirts to France.

Craig from Connecticut writes:
"Proactive customer support….I’m impressed."

Enough said.

So if you've got something nice to say, just email us. Thanks!

Labels: customer service, Customer stories, discounts, Father's Day, holiday gifts, holidays, I'm not a gardener I just like hoes, Promo Code, promotions

Hilary had to come into work late today because her house was toilet papered and Egged. To make things worse, it was pouring while she cleaned up the mess. As you can imagine, she wasn't very happy this morning. But we want to turn that frown upside down.

We're going to start a fund to purchase eggs and toilet paper so she can retaliate against the perpetrators. 10% of the sale of t-shirts for the next 2 hours will go to a special Intern fund! And our Father's Day coupon is still up (Promo code: "Father") so go help a good cause--Crooked Monkey Rules.

Labels: Funny stories, Interns, Life stories, Office Stories