Similar to the Archies or Scooby-Doo, with a notable distinction: really good music. Led by the vocals of Motown Artist Patrice Holloway (Brenda Holloway's sister, who actually played Valerie on the concert tours) and backed by the vocals of future Charlie's Angel Cheryl Ladd as Melody, the producers used ace studio musicians and ace singers to produce real soul music - in a cartoon.
I wonder how many people who like this show were aware that there was a live band that went on tour with the songs as "Josie and the Pussycats" to promote it?
It was also funnier than either the Archies or Scooby-Doo. Although Alex annoys me - he's exactly the same character and Shaggy on Scooby-Doo. But Alexandra is hysterical.
Valerie was also the first regular black character on a children's cartoon show.
I wonder how many people who like this show were aware that there was a live band that went on tour with the songs as "Josie and the Pussycats" to promote it?
It was also funnier than either the Archies or Scooby-Doo. Although Alex annoys me - he's exactly the same character and Shaggy on Scooby-Doo. But Alexandra is hysterical.
Valerie was also the first regular black character on a children's cartoon show.