The music of the American classic rock, blues rock, and psychedelic rock band The Doors was a complex melting pot of various genres and influences. Among these influences were, of course, a series of literary influences, but, at the same time, there were also several mythological and spiritual influences (deeply… Read more“The Mythological And Spiritual Influences Of The Doors”
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10 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Ray Manzarek
Ray Manzarek was one of the most talented, technical, and influential keyboardists and musicians of the 20th century, best known for his work with the legendary rock band the Doors during the late 1960s and early 1970s. This brief informative article consists of 10 interesting facts you should know about… Read more“10 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Ray Manzarek”
The Doors – An American Prayer (1978), An Enchanting Album Of Poetry And Music
An American Prayer is the title of the ninth and last studio album released by the American classic rock, psychedelic rock, blues rock, and acid rock band (with significant jazz influences) the Doors in 1978. It is an enchanting record of poetry by Jim Douglas Morrison and music by the… Read more“The Doors – An American Prayer (1978), An Enchanting Album Of Poetry And Music”
What Happened To The Doors After The Death Of Jim Morrison?
What some might not know is the fact that after the untimely and very unfortunate death of American lead vocalist and poet Jim Morrison, The Doors went on, continuing to perform as a trio until 1973. As such, the band consisted then of the surviving members Ray Manzarek (keyboards), Robby… Read more“What Happened To The Doors After The Death Of Jim Morrison?”
The Jazz Influences Of The Doors
It is undeniable that the influence of jazz left an indelible mark on the music one of the best and most beloved rock bands ever, more specifically The Doors. This brief post will focus on how The Doors became influenced by several jazz legends and what this genre of music… Read more“The Jazz Influences Of The Doors”
The Doors – When You’re Strange (Documentary)
‘When You’re Strange‘ is the title of a 2009 rock music documentary (or rockumentary, for short) focusing on the musical career of the legendary L.A.-based classic rock and blues rock band The Doors. The film is narrated by Johnny Depp and directed by Tom DiCillo. The rockumentary follows the path… Read more“The Doors – When You’re Strange (Documentary)”
Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman
‘Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman’ is a 2012 one-hour long documentary (or rockumentary, to better put it) on the creation process of the legendary last studio album L.A. Woman by the classic rock band The Doors (which were rooted in Los Angeles, California, of course)…. Read more“Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman”
The Doors – Morrison Hotel (1970): A Must Listen Blues Rock Album
‘Morrison Hotel’ is the fifth studio album released by the legendary American classic rock/psychedelic rock/blues rock band The Doors. The LP was released in February 1970 by Elektra Records. It is an overall mix of blues rock and psychedelia and produced only one single, more specifically ‘You Make Me Real’/’Roadhouse… Read more“The Doors – Morrison Hotel (1970): A Must Listen Blues Rock Album”
From Rick & The Ravens To The Doors: The Roots Of The Doors
The Doors were by far one of the most popular, fantastic, critically- and commercially-successful American rock bands of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Nevertheless, few actually know (even among their most longtime fans) the fact that the band was rooted in another very interesting musical projected entitled ‘Rick &… Read more“From Rick & The Ravens To The Doors: The Roots Of The Doors”
The Doors – The Band Of Perception, Poetry, And Mystery
The Doors were one of the most critically-acclaimed rock acts of the 1960s. Part of the American counterculture that would impact the history of music for the many decades to come, the band was originally formed in the summer of 1965 in Los Angeles, California by frontman Jim Douglas Morrison… Read more“The Doors – The Band Of Perception, Poetry, And Mystery”