THE DOORS - Absolutely Live 12" 2LP VINYL

Red Record Label and Gatefold Album Cover

This album "Absolutely Live" is the first live album released by American rock band The Doors in July 1970. Many shows were recorded during the 1970 tour to create the "Absolutely Live" album.

 

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Album Description:

The album "DOORS - Absolutely Live 2LP Gatefold" stands as a testament to the raw energy and captivating performances of the legendary American rock band, The Doors. Released in July 1970, this record marked their first foray into the live album territory. It showcased the band's ability to captivate audiences with their electrifying stage presence and showcased their unique blend of blues, rock, and poetic lyricism.

The creation of "Absolutely Live" was a meticulous process undertaken by the band's producer, Paul Rothchild. With numerous shows recorded during the 1970 tour, Rothchild embarked on the arduous task of piecing together a cohesive concert experience from the various performances. He meticulously edited and spliced different sections from different shows, aiming to create what he called "the ultimate concert". The end result is a captivating album that seamlessly blends the best parts of various shows, making it difficult to discern which parts originate from which performances.

The tracklist of "DOORS - Absolutely Live 2LP Gatefold" takes listeners on an exhilarating musical journey. The album kicks off with the "House Announcer", setting the stage for what's to come. It then launches into a powerful rendition of "Who Do You Love?" showcasing the band's ability to infuse their own flavor into blues classics. The hauntingly beautiful "Alabama Song (Whisky Bar)" follows, with Jim Morrison's enigmatic vocals painting vivid imagery.

The Doors' signature intensity is exemplified in tracks like "Back Door Man" and "Love Hides", where they deliver electrifying performances that ooze with passion. "Five to One" further solidifies their status as provocateurs, challenging societal norms with its rebellious spirit and incisive lyrics.

Moving to Side Two, "Build Me a Woman" showcases Morrison's poetic prowess, with his introspective lyrics accompanied by mesmerizing instrumentation. However, the centerpiece of the album undoubtedly lies in "When the Music's Over", a sprawling 16-minute epic that takes listeners on an enthralling sonic journey. It serves as a testament to The Doors' ability to create expansive musical landscapes and captivate audiences with their improvisational skills.

Side Three features the bluesy "Close to You", followed by the introspective and enigmatic "Universal Mind". The album then takes an intriguing turn with the inclusion of "Petition the Lord with Prayer" and "Dead Cats, Dead Rats", showcasing The Doors' willingness to experiment with unconventional ideas. The infectious energy of "Break On Through (to the Other Side) No. 2" rounds out this side, leaving listeners craving for more.

The final side of the album kicks off with "Celebration of the Lizard", a mesmerizing and complex piece that highlights the band's artistic ambitions. It seamlessly transitions into the short but impactful "Lions in the Street" and "Wake Up", displaying The Doors' ability to create an atmosphere of tension and anticipation. The intriguing interlude of "A Little Game" leads to "The Hill Dwellers", a haunting track that captures the band's penchant for poetic storytelling. "Not to Touch the Earth" follows, delivering an energetic burst of rock 'n' roll, while "Names of the Kingdom" and "The Palace of Exile" provide a mystical and surreal sonic experience. The album concludes with the ever-popular "Soul Kitchen", leaving listeners with a sense of fulfillment and a desire to relive the entire musical journey.

The Doors producer, and long time collaborator Paul Rothchild painstakingly edited the album from many different shows to create one cohesive concert. For example, the best part of a song from the Detroit show may have been spliced together with another part of the same song from the Boston show, again trying to create "the ultimate concert". It can become very difficult to identify what parts are from what shows. Rothchild has said "I couldn't get complete takes of a lot of songs, so sometimes I'd cut from Detroit to Philadelph

Music Genre:

 Psychedelic rock, acid rock, blues-rockĀ  

Album Production Information:

 The album: "DOORS - Absolutely Live Gatefold" was produced by: Paul A. Rothchild

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Bruce Botnikck

This album was recorded with: Fedco Audio Labs, Wally Heider Recording

Album cover design: Robert L. Heimall

Album cover photography: Frank Lisicandro, Ed Caraeff; Robert L. Heimall

Record Label & Catalognr:

Red Label Elektra 2EKS-9002
Packaging: Gatefold (FOC) cover design with artwork / photos on the inside cover pages

Media Format:

 Double 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 480 gram  

Year & Country:

 1970 Made in Canada
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: DOORS - Absolutely Live 2LP Gatefold
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Jim Morrison – vocals
  • Ray Manzarek – lead vocals on "Close To You", backup vocals, organ, Keyboard bass
  • Robby Krieger – guitar
  • John Densmore – drums
Complete Track-listing of the album "DOORS - Absolutely Live 2LP Gatefold"

The detailed tracklist of this record "DOORS - Absolutely Live 2LP Gatefold" is:

    Side One:
  1. "House Announcer" – 2:40
  2. "Who Do You Love?" (McDaniel) – 6:02
  3. "Alabama Song (Whisky Bar)" (Brecht, Weill) – 1:51
  4. "Back Door Man" (Dixon) – 2:22
  5. "Love Hides" (Jim Morrison) – 1:48
  6. "Five to One" (The Doors) – 4:34
    Side Two:
  1. "Build Me a Woman" (Jim Morrison) – 3:33
  2. "When the Music's Over" (The Doors) – 16:16
    Side Three:
  1. "Close to You" (Dixon)[4] – 4:04
  2. "Universal Mind" (The Doors) – 4:54
  3. "Petition the Lord with Prayer" (The Doors) – 0:52
  4. "Dead Cats, Dead Rats" (The Doors) – 1:57
  5. "Break On Through (to the Other Side) No. 2" (The Doors) – 4:41
    Side Four:
  1. "Celebration of the Lizard" – 14:25
  2. "Lions in the Street" (The Doors) – 1:14
  3. "Wake Up" (The Doors) – 1:21
  4. "A Little Game" (The Doors) – 1:12
  5. "The Hill Dwellers" (The Doors) – 2:35
  6. "Not to Touch the Earth" (The Doors) – 4:14
  7. "Names of the Kingdom" (The Doors) – 1:29
  8. "The Palace of Exile" (The Doors) – 2:20
  9. "Soul Kitchen" (The Doors) – 7:15

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Red Coloured ELEKTRA 2EKS-9002 Record Label Details: Manufactured by distributed by WEA Music of Canada ltd.

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