The Doors

The Doors came out of Los Angeles’ rock scene in the mid ‘60s playing a mix of music that sounded unlike any of their peers’. Pulling together jazz, blues, garage, rock and pop, the band staked its ground with Ray Manzarek’s jazz-noir keyboard runs and the Beat-inspired poetry of singer Jim Morrison. They were an immediate hit, with the single ‘Light My Fire’ reaching No. 1 and their self-titled debut album making it to No. 2. Over the next four years they released five more albums, all of which hit the Top 10. During their brief career, they became one of rock’s most controversial groups, including a 1969 incident in which Morrison may have exposed himself to a concert audience. On July 3, 1971, Morrison died at the age of 27 from an alleged heroin overdose. The rest of the group continued for a few years before calling it quits.

How Jim Morrison Inspired Matthew McConaughey's Catchphrase
How Jim Morrison Inspired Matthew McConaughey's Catchphrase
How Jim Morrison Inspired Matthew McConaughey's Catchphrase
For years now, the easiest way to do a Matthew McConaughey impression has been to imitate his 'Dazed and Confused' character, David Wooderson, by saying "Alright, alright, alright" in a goofy Southern drawl -- something McConaughey himself acknowledged when he uttered those magic words while picking up his Oscar and Golden Globe awards for 'Dallas Buyers Club.' And as it turns out, we ha
Artists Line Up for 'A Psych Tribute to the Doors'
Artists Line Up for 'A Psych Tribute to the Doors'
Artists Line Up for 'A Psych Tribute to the Doors'
The Doors have already been the subject of multiple tribute albums, but the folks at Cleopatra Records have put together a new one that promises to see "the original riders on the psychedelic storm get their own minds blown by the leaders of the new psych rock movement."
Jim Morrison's Apartment Furnishings for Sale
Jim Morrison's Apartment Furnishings for Sale
Jim Morrison's Apartment Furnishings for Sale
Well, here's something interesting for Doors fans: According to a recent Craiglist posting, the owner of the Los Angeles building that's said to be Jim Morrison's last known U.S. residence is selling furnishings from his apartment.
Doors Documentaries Streaming Free for Jim Morrison's Birthday
Doors Documentaries Streaming Free for Jim Morrison's Birthday
Doors Documentaries Streaming Free for Jim Morrison's Birthday
Jim Morrison would have turned 70 on Dec. 8, and while it's impossible to imagine what he might have done over the past few decades if he hadn't passed away in 1971, he'd probably have Internet access if he were still alive -- which he could use to stream a trio of free Doors films from Qello.
The Doors Announce Archival 'R-Evolution' DVD
The Doors Announce Archival 'R-Evolution' DVD
The Doors Announce Archival 'R-Evolution' DVD
Early television appearances, music films and rare footage will make up the bulk of the Doors' 'R-Evolution' DVD, which will be released later this year. The band just announced the project, which will also be available as a deluxe edition featuring a 40-page book of lyrics and photos.
Win a Doors and Led Zeppelin Ultimate App Pack
Win a Doors and Led Zeppelin Ultimate App Pack
Win a Doors and Led Zeppelin Ultimate App Pack
a Rafflecopter giveaway This year has seen the release of iPad apps related to both the Doors and Led Zeppelin. Ultimate Classic Rock and Diffuser.fm have teamed up with Rhino Records to give away a prize pack comprised of seven items, including both apps.
Robby Krieger Talks Doors and Getting Back With John Densmore
Robby Krieger Talks Doors and Getting Back With John Densmore
Robby Krieger Talks Doors and Getting Back With John Densmore
Legendary Doors guitarist Robby Krieger has been keeping busy in the wake of the passing of his former bandmate Ray Manzarek earlier this year. He recently wrapped up a series of tour dates with his latest endeavor, Robby Krieger’s Jam Kitchen, and according to Krieger, he’s in the process of cooking up some new tunes with that project that we might hear as soon as the end of this year.

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