It’s hard to beat 1966 for comics tunes. Not only was it the year of the Batman TV show (possibly the most recorded comics-related song in history) but it was a banner year for the competition over at Marvel. When The Marvel Super-Heroes TV show made its debut in ’66, it introduced us to five different super-hero theme songs. Plus, the Merry Marvel Marching Society theme. That’s a.k.a. the M.M.M.S. for those of U who text (U no who U R.).

Until today, I didn’t know who had written those songs. For all I knew it was Smilin’ Stan Lee who limned those tongue-twisting lyrics. But no! Thanks to fellow I.T.C.H.-er Steve Thompson and the good folks at PBS, we now know it was the same man responsible for both music and lyrics – Jack Urbont. The unsung hero of 1966 finally gets his chance to sing.

In a rare departure from our usual Tuesday ritual of sharing a record with you, we’re presenting this video. It showcases all of the Merry Marvel melodies as performed by the man who wrote them. Enjoy!

Click the itty-bitty image to see it in its full-size glory.

Click the link and march along.