ABOUT
The Doors were a highly acclaimed and influential hard rock band with a unique sound incorporating elements of blues, jazz, acid rock, and dark psychedelia that became famous during the late 1960s. Their best known songs include such era-defining classics as "Light My Fire" (1967), "Hello, I Love You" (1968), and "Touch Me" (1968), all showcasing the haunting baritone vocals of the band's charismatic lead singer, Jim Morrison (December 8, 1943 - July 3, 1971).
Formed in 1965 in Los Angeles, the original lineup consisted of John Densmore (drums), Robby Krieger (guitar), organist/keyboardist Ray Manzarek (February 12, 1939 - May 20, 2013), and lead singer Jim Morrison who, along with Manzarek, served as the band's main songwriter. After Morrison died unexpectedly in a Paris apartment at age 27, the band continued as a trio until disbanding in 1973. The Doors' numerous honors and accolades include being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1993.
LINKS
- For more info about The Doors, visit thedoors.com.
- Rolling Stone remembers Jim Morrison amd Ray Manzarek.
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SONGS
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The Doors
- Hello, I Love You 1968
(This song topped the charts.) - Light My Fire 1967
(This song topped the charts and later also became a hit for Jose Feliciano (1968) and Amil Stewart (1979, as a medley). "Light My Fire" recharted for the Doors in 1968. This song is ranked at #35 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. It is also included in the Songs of the Century list and VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of All Time list.) - Love Her Madly 1971
- Love Me Two Times 1967
- People Are Strange 1967
- Riders On The Storm 1971
- Touch Me 1968
- Wishful Sinful 1969
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