Suspension maintenance

I own a 98 MGM and I am planning to replace the shocks. Does anyone recommend any particular brand or type. I feel the current suspension is kinda stiff - I can feel all the little imperfections of the streets.
Any other suspension parts you recommend to be replaced?

Thanks in advance.
El Marquis

FYI,
The top of the rears are almost impossible to get to. I fought them for a couple of hours before I took it to a shop and paid them to install them.

in my 90 the PO had me install police spec HD Ford units. yes he is a freind of mine. :D no problems and they are fairly inexpencive. IMHO i would stay FAR away from Monroes. i had em in a couple cars and withing 8 months they were shot. so. just something to think about.

Thanks for your comments, guys!

ElMarquis