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The Doors

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Group. Formed 1965. Disbanded 1972.

Photo of The Doors Posed group portrait of the Average White Band

Biography

The Doors was an American rock band formed in 1965 in Los Angeles, California by vocalist Jim Morrison, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, drummer John Densmore, and guitarist Robby Krieger. They are considered a controversial and influential band, due mostly to Morrison's cryptic lyrics and unpredictable stage persona. After Morrison's death on July 3, 1971, the remaining members continued as a threesome until disbanding in 1973.

Despite a career that barely totaled eight years, The Doors still enjoy a huge cult following as well as status in the mainstream music industry as being hugely influential and original. According to the RIAA, they have sold over 32.5 million albums in the US alone.

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BBC Reviews Really Simple Syndication

  1. Strange Days 0000

    Strange Days

    Reviewed by Chris Jones

    Morrison's blitzed lounge singer act.
  2. Live At The Matrix 1967

    Live at the Matrix in Los Angeles in March 1967

    Reviewed by Sid Smith

    Quite literally in the case of The Doors, the stuff of legend.

Credits

Role Artist Release
Performer Jim Morrison An American Prayer (1995)
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