THE DOORS - Self-Titled German Release 12" VINYL LP ALBUM

Album Info:  

 

THE DOORS - Self-Titled German Release 12" VINYL LP ALBUM
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Description & Collectors Information:

 
 

Music Genre:

 
60s American Rock

Album Production Information:

 
The album: "The Doors S/T self-titled" was produced by: Paul Rothschild

Record Label Information:

 
Red Elektra ELK 42 012 (42012)

Media Format:

 
12" Vinyl Full-Length Stereo Long-Play  Gramophone Record
Album weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

 
1973 Made in Germany
Band Members and Musicians on: The Doors S/T self-titled
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Robby Krieger - guitar
  • Jim Morrison - vocals
  • Ray Manzarek - organ, piano, keyboards
  • John Densmore - drums
Track Listing of: "The Doors S/T self-titled"

The Songs/tracks on "The Doors S/T self-titled" are

  • Break on Through (To the Other Side) 2:30
  • Soul Kitchen 3:35
  • The Crystal Ship 2:34
  • Twentieth Century Fox 2:33
  • Alabama Song (Whisky Bar) (Bertolt Brecht, Kurt Weill) 3:20
  • Light My Fire 7:08
  • Back Door Man (Willie Dixon) 3:34
  • I Looked at You 2:22
  • End of the Night 2:52
  • Take It as It Comes 2:18
  • The End 11:44

 

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THE DOORS - Self-Titled German Release 12" VINYL LP ALBUM
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THE DOORS - Self-Titled German Release 12" VINYL LP ALBUM
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"DOORS - Self-Titled German Release" Record Label Details: Red Elektra ELK 42 012 (42012)

"DOORS - Self-Titled German Release" Record Label Details: Red Elektra ELK 42 012 (42012)
 

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Band Description:

 The Doors are a legendary American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1965. The band consisted of Jim Morrison on vocals, Ray Manzarek on keyboards, Robby Krieger on guitar, and John Densmore on drums. The Doors were known for their unique sound and Morrison's provocative lyrics, which made them one of the most influential and controversial bands of the 1960s.

 The Doors' music was a fusion of rock, blues, and jazz, with Manzarek's keyboard playing providing a distinctive sound. Morrison's lyrics were often cryptic and provocative, and his performances were known for their intensity and unpredictability. The band's self-titled debut album, released in 1967, was a commercial and critical success, featuring hits like "Light My Fire," "Break on Through (To the Other Side)," and "The End."

 The Doors' music was a reflection of the cultural and social changes happening in the 1960s, with songs that dealt with issues like love, freedom, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Morrison's lyrics, in particular, touched on themes of sexuality, drugs, and death, and his live performances were often controversial, with his onstage behavior ranging from the mesmerizing to the outrageous.

 The Doors' success was not without controversy, however. In 1969, Morrison was arrested on charges of indecent exposure and profanity during a concert in Miami, leading to a decline in the band's popularity and the cancellation of their upcoming tour. Morrison's subsequent drug use and erratic behavior further strained the band's relationships and led to his eventual death in 1971 at the age of 27.

 Despite their relatively short career, The Doors' influence on rock music has been profound. Their music has inspired countless artists and continues to be celebrated today, with their songs still played on the radio and in movies and TV shows. The Doors were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993, and their legacy as one of the greatest rock bands of all time continues to be celebrated by fans around the world.