The Doors

The Doors
Company type	Private
Industry	Music
Founded	1965 in Los Angeles, California, United States
Founder	Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, John Densmore
Headquarters	Los Angeles, United States
Products	Music albums, singles
Number of employees	4 (band members)

The Doors emerged as a rock ensemble in Los Angeles in 1965, featuring vocalist Jim Morrison, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Krieger, and drummer John Densmore. They quickly rose to prominence as one of the 1960s’ most impactful and contentious rock groups, propelled by Morrison's unique lyrical style, vocal delivery, and unpredictable stage charisma. The band played a significant role in shaping the countercultural movement of the decade.

Their name was inspired by Aldous Huxley’s book The Doors of Perception. In 1966, they secured a contract with Elektra Records and went on to produce six studio albums within five years. Their debut album The Doors (1967) was followed by critically acclaimed records such as Strange Days (1967), Morrison Hotel (1970), and L.A. Woman (1971), all considered among the finest albums in rock history. Referred to as the "Kings of Acid Rock" by Life, they achieved considerable commercial success, selling upwards of 4 million albums and close to 8 million singles across the United States by 1972.

After Morrison’s passing in 1971, the remaining members continued as a trio, releasing two more albums before disbanding in 1973. A brief reunion occurred in 1978 with An American Prayer, which combined new musical compositions with Morrison’s poetry recordings. Later reunions included their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993 and various projects throughout the 2000s. In 2002, Manzarek, Krieger, and Ian Astbury performed under the name "The Doors of the 21st Century," but legal issues forced a name change to Manzarek–Krieger, with touring continuing until Manzarek’s death in 2013.

The Doors were pioneers as the first American band to secure eight consecutive RIAA Gold and Platinum LP certifications. With over 36 million albums sold domestically and more than 100 million records worldwide, they rank among the top-selling musical acts globally. Esteemed outlets such as Rolling Stone, which positioned them at number 41 on its "100 Greatest Artists of All Time" list, recognize The Doors’ enduring influence on rock music.

Origins (July 1965 – August 1966)

The formation of The Doors traces back to July 1965 when Jim Morrison met Ray Manzarek at Venice Beach in Los Angeles. Both alumni of UCLA’s School of Theater, Morrison shared his songwriting ideas with Manzarek, who was motivated to compose music that complemented Morrison’s distinctive lyrics, including those found in "Moonlight Drive."

At that time, Manzarek was part of the struggling group Rick & the Ravens, which included his brothers. Drummer John Densmore, known from meditation sessions, joined the ensemble in August 1965. Drawing from diverse influences such as jazz, rock, blues, and folk, the band—initially featuring bassist Patty Sullivan—recorded a six-song demo in September that year. They selected The Doors as their name, inspired by Aldous Huxley’s The Doors of Perception, symbolizing their artistic vision. Later that year, guitarist Robby Krieger became a member following the departure of Manzarek’s brothers.

From February through May 1966, The Doors secured a residency at Los Angeles’ London Fog nightclub, refining their live act and crafting seminal tracks like "The End" and "Light My Fire." Manzarek later described this era as when the band "became this collective entity... that is where the magic began to happen." Their growing popularity led them to perform at the renowned Whisky a Go Go, where they served as house band from May 1966 onward and opened for artists including Van Morrison's group Them.

On August 10, 1966, Elektra Records president Jac Holzman, encouraged by singer Arthur Lee of Love, attended their Whisky a Go Go performance. After watching two sets and assessing their potential, Holzman alongside producer Paul A. Rothchild signed The Doors on August 18. This marked the beginning of a fruitful partnership with Rothchild and sound engineer Bruce Botnick. However, their residency ended abruptly on August 21 when Morrison’s controversial interpretation of the Greek myth of Oedipus during "The End" led to their expulsion from Whisky a Go Go.

The Doors and Strange Days (August 1966 – December 1967)

The Doors laid down tracks for their first album at Sunset Sound Studios around August 1966. This debut, which was released in January 1967, included the nearly 12-minute epic "The End". In November 1966, Mark Abramson directed a promotional clip for their lead single "Break On Through (To the Other Side)". The band’s initial television appearances featured performances such as on Shebang, where they mimed "Break On Through". Although their early singles achieved limited success, "Light My Fire" became Elektra Records' inaugural number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, selling over one million copies.

Between March 7 and 11, 1967, The Doors held a residency at San Francisco’s Matrix Club. Performances from March 7 and 10 were recorded by the venue’s co-owner Peter Abram and later issued as Live at the Matrix 1967 through the band’s Bright Midnight Archives label.

On August 25, 1967, they appeared on the American television program Malibu U, performing "Light My Fire" in a lip-synced segment. This footage did not achieve commercial success and remained relatively unknown until their breakthrough appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show.

Their first international television broadcast took place on October 16, 1967, with a live rendition of "The End" recorded at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Parliament Street Colour Studio in Toronto. This performance, taped in September for the show O'Keefe Centre Presents, was not officially released until a DVD edition appeared in 2002.

On September 17, 1967, The Doors performed "Light My Fire" on The Ed Sullivan Show. Despite network demands to omit the word "higher" due to its drug connotations, the band delivered the song without alteration. Consequently, Ed Sullivan canceled six scheduled appearances with them. Jim Morrison reportedly remarked: "Hey man. We just did the Sullivan Show."

On December 24, they played "Light My Fire" and "Moonlight Drive" live on The Jonathan Winters Show. Following this, from December 26 to 28, The Doors performed at San Francisco's Winterland Ballroom, pausing during their set to watch their TV appearance on a monitor backstage.

The band dedicated several weeks to recording their sophomore album, Strange Days, integrating emerging technology such as the Moog synthesizer. Although the album reached number three on the Billboard chart, it quickly dropped in position alongside singles that failed to meet expectations. The track "People Are Strange" later inspired the title of their 2009 documentary, When You're Strange.

While session musician Larry Knechtel occasionally played bass on their debut album, Strange Days marked the first time a studio bassist was featured consistently across most tracks—a trend maintained on subsequent releases. Ray Manzarek explained that his keyboard bass worked well for live performances but lacked clarity in studio recordings. Douglas Lubahn handled bass duties on this album and two that followed; other bass players involved over time included Kerry Magness, Leroy Vinnegar, Harvey Brooks, Ray Neopolitan, Lonnie Mack, Jerry Scheff, Jack Conrad (notably during post-Morrison tours), Chris Ethridge, Charles Larkey, and Leland Sklar.

New Haven event (December 1967)

On December 9, 1967, the Doors took the stage at New Haven Arena in New Haven, Connecticut, but their performance was cut short when Morrison was apprehended during the show—making him the first rock musician to be arrested live onstage. Prior to the concert, Morrison was either talking with or kissing a female admirer backstage when a police officer, unaware of his identity, instructed them to leave. Morrison reacted defiantly, prompting the officer to deploy mace against them.

The band’s set was postponed for about an hour while Morrison recovered. Authorities intended to file charges as the concert eventually resumed late. Partway through their opening set, Morrison spontaneously created a profanity-filled song narrating his encounter with law enforcement, mocking officers stationed near the stage. When a police lieutenant approached, Morrison confronted him over the microphone before being forcibly ejected by police. The audience responded with displeasure to this interruption. Morrison faced accusations including inciting a riot and public obscenity; nonetheless, these and associated charges against three reporters were dismissed weeks later due to lack of evidence.

Waiting for the Sun (April–December 1968)

The process of recording their third album began in April 1968 but was hampered by Morrison’s escalating alcohol issues and producer Paul Rothchild’s dismissal of the 17-minute "Celebration of the Lizard" as commercially unviable. At their height of fame, the Doors performed outdoor concerts that sometimes resulted in clashes between fans and police, notably at Chicago Coliseum on May 10.

Broadening their musical approach, Waiting for the Sun became their sole US No. 1 album, featuring the chart-topping single "Hello, I Love You". After its release, the publisher of the Kinks' 1964 track "All Day and All of the Night" threatened to sue for copyright infringement; however, songwriter Ray Davies chose not to pursue legal action. Kinks guitarist Dave Davies expressed particular frustration over the resemblance. During live shows, Morrison occasionally handed vocal duties for this song to Manzarek, as documented in The Doors Are Open.

Following a tumultuous concert at New York City’s Singer Bowl, the band embarked on their inaugural tour outside North America in Great Britain. They held a press conference at London’s Institute of Contemporary Arts and performed at the Roundhouse. Granada TV captured this tour in The Doors Are Open. They also toured Europe alongside Jefferson Airplane, including a performance in Amsterdam where Morrison collapsed onstage after a drug episode.

Upon returning to the United States, they completed nine additional shows before resuming work on their fourth album in November. The year ended with the release of "Touch Me", which climbed to No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached No. 1 on the Cashbox Top 100 in early 1969—becoming their third and final US chart-topping single.

Miami event (March 1969)

On March 1, 1969, the Doors performed at the Dinner Key Auditorium in Miami, Florida, marking one of the most contentious moments in their career that nearly jeopardized the band’s future. The venue, a former seaplane hangar lacking air conditioning, had its seating removed by promoters to accommodate a larger audience, resulting in overcrowding.

Morrison arrived intoxicated after several missed flights, causing a delay exceeding an hour before the show began. The crowd, surpassing the venue’s official capacity, grew restless during prolonged pauses caused by Morrison’s strained vocal delivery. Drawing from avant-garde theatrical influences, he antagonized attendees with contradictory expressions of affection and insult, repeatedly challenging them with the phrase "What are you gonna do about it?"

During the second track, "Touch Me," Morrison abruptly stopped the performance in protest. Onstage, he grabbed a police officer’s hat and tossed it into the audience; the officer reciprocated by throwing it back. Manager Bill Siddons described the scene as surreal and chaotic, including a man carrying a sheep among the crowd. Equipment manager Vince Treanor recalled champagne being poured over Morrison, who then urged fans to undress. Morrison himself removed his shirt and made suggestive movements behind it. Manzarek later described the atmosphere as resembling a collective "religious hallucination."

On March 5, Dade County issued an arrest warrant against Morrison for charges including indecent exposure, obscenity, simulated oral sex onstage, and public intoxication. Morrison declined a plea deal that involved performing a free concert and was subsequently convicted, receiving a sentence of six months’ hard labor and a $500 fine. He remained free on appeal but passed away before the case concluded. In 2007, Florida Governor Charlie Crist considered granting a posthumous pardon, which was ultimately approved in December 2010. Band members Densmore, Krieger, and Manzarek have consistently denied claims that Morrison exposed himself during this concert.

The Soft Parade (May–July 1969)

Increasingly alienated from his bandmates, Morrison contemplated leaving but was convinced by Manzarek to remain for six additional months to complete The Soft Parade. Released in July 1969, this album uniquely incorporated brass and string sections—a concept introduced by producer Rothchild. Members Densmore and Manzarek welcomed the jazz-inspired additions; however, Morrison resisted orchestral arrangements on his compositions. The album’s lead single "Touch Me" featured saxophonist Curtis Amy.

While striving to expand their musical style with orchestral elements, critics questioned their artistic authenticity. Morrison’s ongoing struggles with alcohol complicated recording sessions, resulting in delays and increased studio expenses that nearly fractured the group. Despite these challenges, The Soft Parade achieved commercial success as their fourth charting album.

Morrison Hotel and Absolutely Live (November 1969 – December 1970)

During late 1969 sessions for Morrison Hotel, Morrison encountered legal issues stemming from an incident aboard a flight en route to see the Rolling Stones. Charges including interference with an aircraft and public intoxication were dismissed in April 1970 after a stewardess withdrew her identification.

Returning to a blues rock foundation, Morrison Hotel (1970) climbed to No. 4 on US charts and restored both critical acclaim and support from their core audience. It was hailed by reviewers as their finest work so far. Morrison resumed his role as principal songwriter. The album’s 40th anniversary edition features outtakes with contributions from notable musicians such as Lonnie Mack and John Sebastian.

In July 1970, they released Absolutely Live, which reached No. 8 on the charts. Producer Rothchild disclosed that extensive editing merged recordings from multiple concerts to create the final product. This live album included the introduction of "Celebration of the Lizard."

Despite facing bans in conservative regions and cancellations following turbulent performances, the Doors completed 18 shows across North America after Miami and an additional 23 early in 1970. They appeared at August’s Isle of Wight Festival alongside prominent artists; this event marked the conclusion of their Roadhouse Blues Tour.

On his 27th birthday in December 1970, Morrison recorded poetry that would later be incorporated into An American Prayer. A short tour followed with three performances; during their final live show at The Warehouse in New Orleans on December 12, Morrison experienced an onstage breakdown—damaging equipment and refusing to proceed. Subsequently, Densmore, Manzarek, and Krieger agreed to cease live performances altogether, convinced that Morrison was prepared to retire from touring.

L.A. Woman, Morrison's hiatus, and his passing (December 1970 – July 1971)

In spite of Morrison's legal troubles and the negative aftermath in New Orleans, the Doors sought to restore their prominence with the 1971 release of L.A. Woman, recorded in Los Angeles. This album included contributions from rhythm guitarist Marc Benno and bassist Jerry Scheff, who was recognized for his tenure with Elvis Presley's TCB Band. Although it reached only No. 9 on the Billboard charts, L.A. Woman yielded two Top 20 singles and became their second best-selling studio album following their debut. The record marked a return to their R&B influences, despite producer Paul Rothchild abandoning the project during rehearsals due to dissatisfaction with the band's creative direction, resulting in Bruce Botnick and the Doors assuming production responsibilities.

Tracks such as the title song alongside singles "Love Her Madly" and "Riders on the Storm" have endured as rock radio mainstays, with "Riders on the Storm" earning induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Morrison’s vocalization "Mr. Mojo Risin" within "L.A. Woman" serves as an anagram of his own name. A filmed performance of "Crawling King Snake" from these sessions is thought to be the final footage featuring Morrison with the band.

On March 11, 1971, as L.A. Woman neared completion, Morrison took a leave of absence from the group and relocated to Paris with Pamela Courson, a city he had previously visited. On July 3, 1971, Courson discovered Morrison deceased in his bathtub; official records cited heart failure as the cause without conducting an autopsy. His interment took place on July 7 in the "Poets' Corner" at Père Lachaise Cemetery.

Morrison passed away at 27 years old, joining the notorious 27 Club. His partner Pamela Courson also died at age 27 in 1974.

Other Voices and Full Circle (July 1971 – January 1973)

While Morrison was in Paris, work began on their subsequent album, Other Voices, with hopes for his return. Following his death, the remaining members explored potential new frontmen such as Iggy Pop, but ultimately Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger shared lead vocal duties. The album was completed by August 1971 and released that October; it featured the single "Tightrope Ride," which received moderate radio attention. From November 12, 1971, onward, the trio resumed live performances supplemented by additional musicians, playing venues including Pershing Municipal Auditorium, Carnegie Hall, and the Hollywood Palladium.

Recorded in spring 1972 and released in August of that year, Full Circle incorporated funk and jazz influences while adding Jack Conrad on bass and Bobby Ray Henson on rhythm guitar for touring purposes. The band embarked on a European tour covering countries such as France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, highlighted by an appearance on the German program Beat-Club. Despite these efforts, both Other Voices and Full Circle fell short commercially compared to earlier works featuring Morrison; neither post-Morrison album entered the Top 10 charts. Following the conclusion of their contract with Elektra Records, the Doors officially disbanded in 1973.

Reunions

The third album released after Morrison's passing, An American Prayer (1978), combined the band's instrumental performances with Morrison’s spoken word poetry. This record earned platinum certification and received a Grammy Award nomination in 1980 for "Spoken Word Album." A remastered edition featuring additional tracks was issued in 1995.

In 1993, the Doors were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. During the ceremony, Manzarek, Krieger, and Densmore came together on stage with Eddie Vedder providing vocals and Don Was on bass. For the 1997 boxed set, the remaining members finalized "Orange County Suite," a piece originally composed by Morrison in 1969.

Around the year 2000, the Doors contributed to the tribute album Stoned Immaculate: The Music of The Doors and appeared on VH1 Storytellers in 2000, featuring guest vocalists such as Perry Farrell and Scott Weiland. Farrell’s group, the Satellite Party, released Ultra Payloaded in 2007, which included a track incorporating Morrison’s pre-recorded vocals.

In 2012, Manzarek, Krieger, Densmore teamed up with DJ/producer Skrillex to record "Breakn' a Sweat" for Skrillex’s EP Bangarang. This collaboration merged classic rock elements with electronic music and was part of the documentary Re:Generation, which focuses on genre-blending innovations.

The surviving members worked alongside rapper Tech N9ne in 2013 on "Strange 2013," which featured new instrumentation alongside samples of Morrison’s voice. Their last joint project prior to Manzarek’s passing involved supporting poet Michael C. Ford’s album Look Each Other in the Ears.

On February 12, 2016, at The Fonda Theatre, Densmore and Krieger reunited to celebrate Manzarek’s legacy while raising funds for Stand Up to Cancer. The event showcased notable musicians including Exene Cervenka, John Doe, Rami Jaffee, Robert Deleo, Stephen Perkins, Emily Armstrong, and Andrew Watt.

After the Doors

Following Morrison’s death in 1971, Densmore and Krieger relocated to London in search of a new frontman. They established the Butts Band in 1973, signed with Blue Thumb Records, and released their debut album Butts Band. After producing a second album featuring bassist Phil Chen, the group dissolved in 1975.

Manzarek launched three solo records between 1974 and 1983 and created Nite City in 1975, which released two albums during 1977–1978. Krieger issued six solo albums from 1977 through 2010. In 2002, Manzarek and Krieger revived a version of the Doors named the Doors of the 21st Century. Due to legal conflicts with Densmore and Morrison’s estate concerning usage rights of the band name, they performed under various titles before settling on "Manzarek–Krieger" or "Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger of the Doors," maintaining an active touring presence.

In July 2007, Densmore expressed that he would only consider a Doors reunion if Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam assumed vocal duties.

Manzarek passed away on May 20, 2013, at age 74 due to complications from bile duct cancer. On February 12, 2016, Krieger and Densmore reunited for a tribute concert honoring Manzarek with proceeds benefiting "Stand Up to Cancer."

Legacy

The band foreshadowed the emergence of gothic rock through the intense and shadowy themes present in their initial recordings. As early as 1967, critic John Stickney authored an article titled "Four Doors to the Future: Gothic Rock Is Their Thing." Later, journalist Dave Marsh recognized the earliest albums by The Doors as quintessential examples of "gothic rock." Scholars Paul Hegarty and Martin Halliwell also regarded The Doors as forerunners of prog, highlighting their influence on the evolution of progressive music.

During the late 1970s, a resurgence introduced The Doors to a fresh audience. This renewed interest was sparked by the 1978 release of An American Prayer, which included a live rendition of "Roadhouse Blues" that received considerable playtime on album-oriented rock radio stations. In 1979, "The End" gained prominence through its inclusion in the film Apocalypse Now. Additionally, in 1980, Morrison’s bestselling biography No One Here Gets Out Alive was published. That same year, The Doors' debut album reappeared on the Billboard 200 chart in September, with Elektra Records reporting their strongest sales since the album's original release. This momentum led to the October 1980 launch of the compilation Greatest Hits, which reached No. 17 and stayed on the chart for nearly two years.

The revival sustained its momentum with the 1983 release of Alive, She Cried, a collection of live performances. The song "Gloria" climbed to No. 18 on the Billboard Top Tracks chart, while its music video enjoyed frequent rotation on MTV. Another compilation, The Best of the Doors, appeared in 1985 and was certified Diamond in 2007 after surpassing 10 million copies sold.

A second wave of renewed interest occurred in 1991 following Oliver Stone’s biographical film The Doors, featuring Val Kilmer as Morrison. Stone developed the screenplay based on extensive interviews and structured it around selected songs from the band’s catalog. However, surviving members expressed dissatisfaction with its depiction; Manzarek believed it harmed Morrison’s legacy and wished it had better represented all four members equally. Densmore dismissed much of it as fictionalized, while Krieger acknowledged imperfections but remarked it "could have been a lot worse." The movie’s soundtrack achieved a peak position of No. 8 on the Billboard album chart, and both Greatest Hits and The Best of the Doors reappeared on charts, with the latter reaching a new high at No. 32.

Awards and nominations

Year	Award	Category	Work	Result
1993	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame		Themselves	Template:Won
1998	Grammy Awards	Hall of Fame	"Light My Fire"	Template:Won
2002		Hall of Fame	The Doors	Template:Won
2007		Lifetime Achievement Award	Themselves	Template:Won
2010		Hall of Fame	"Riders on the Storm"	Template:Won
2014	British Classic Rock Magazine's Roll of Honour	Tommy Vance "Inspiration" Award	Themselves	Template:Won
2015	Library of Congress	National Recording Registry	The Doors	Template:Won

Additional Recognitions

In 1998, VH-1 placed the Doors at number 20 on their list of the 100 Greatest Rock and Roll Artists, while readers of Rock on the Net ranked them 15th.
By 2000, VH1 positioned the Doors at number 32 among their 100 Greatest Hard Rock Artists, with "Light My Fire" securing the seventh spot on VH1's Greatest Rock Songs.
In 2004, Rolling Stone listed the Doors as the 41st greatest artist in their 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. That same year, two tracks by the band featured in Rolling Stone's The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time: "Light My Fire" at number 35 and "The End" at number 328.
The Doors were honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.
In 2011, director Tom DiCillo earned a Grammy Award for Best Long Form Music Video for the Doors documentary When You're Strange.
The band's presence was notable in Rolling Stone's 2012 edition of Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, which included three albums: their self-titled debut at number 42, L.A. Woman at number 362, and Strange Days at number 407.
In 2016, All Music recognized the Doors with an award for Favorite Reissues and Compilation for their live record London Fog 1966.
On January 4, 2017—marking half a century since their first album's release—the city of Los Angeles declared it "The Day of the Doors." Surviving members Densmore and Krieger received an official framed proclamation along with a commemorative sign lighting in Venice.
At the Asbury Park Music & Film Festival in 2018, the documentary Break on Thru: Celebration of Ray Manzarek and The Doors won Best Feature Length Film.
Rolling Stone included the 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of Morrison Hotel in their list of "The Best Box Sets of the Year" in 2020.

Members of the Band

Jim Morrison – lead vocals, harmonica, percussion
Ray Manzarek – keyboards, backing and lead vocals
Robby Krieger – guitar, backing and lead vocals
John Densmore – drums, percussion, backing vocals
Patricia Sullivan (Patricia Hansen) – bass

Touring Musicians

Jack Conrad – bass
Bobby Ray Henson – rhythm guitar
Eddie Vedder – vocals
Don Was – bass
Angelo Barbera – bass
Perry Farrell – vocals
Pat Monahan – vocals
Ian Astbury – vocals
Travis Meeks – vocals
Scott Weiland – vocals
Scott Stapp – vocals

Studio Contributors

Larry Knechtel – bass
Doug Lubahn – bass
Kerry Magness – bass
Leroy Vinnegar – acoustic bass
Harvey Brooks – bass
Curtis Amy – saxophone
George Bohanon – trombone
Champ Webb – English horn
Jesse McReynolds – mandolin
Jimmy Buchanan – fiddle
Reinol Andino – conga/percussion
Ray Neopolitan – bass
Lonnie Mack – bass
John Sebastian (also known as G. Puglese) – blues harp
Jerry Scheff – bass
Marc Benno – rhythm guitar
Jack Conrad – bass/rhythm guitar
Willie Ruff – acoustic bass
Wolfgang Melz – bass
Emil Richards – marimba/percussion
Francisco Aguabella – percussion
Venetta Fields, Clydie King, Melissa Mackay – vocals
Bassists on later albums include Chris Ethridge, Charles Larkey, Leland Sklar, Bob Glaub, and Ray Neopolitan
Charles Lloyd – tenor saxophone, flute
Percussionists Bobbye Hall and Chico Batera

This ensemble highlights key collaborations that enriched both studio sessions and live performances throughout pivotal phases of the band's career.

Discography

The Doors (1967)
Strange Days (1967)
Waiting for the Sun (1968)
The Soft Parade (1969)
Morrison Hotel (1970)
L.A. Woman (1971)
Other Voices (1971)
Full Circle (1972)
An American Prayer (1978)

Videography

The Doors Are Open (1968)
Feast of Friends (1969)
A Tribute to Jim Morrison (1981)
Dance on Fire (1985)
Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1987)
Live in Europe 1968 (1989)
The Doors (1991)
The Soft Parade: A Retrospective (1991)
The Best of the Doors (1997)
The Doors Collection – Collector's Edition (1999)
VH1 Storytellers – The Doors: A Celebration (2001)
No One Here Gets Out Alive (2001)
Soundstage Performances (2002)
The Doors of the 21st Century: L.A. Woman Live (2003)
The Doors Collector's Edition – 3 DVD Set (2005)
Classic Albums: The Doors (2008)
When You're Strange (2009)
Mr. Mojo Risin': The Story of L.A. Woman (2011)
Live at the Bowl '68 (2012)
R-Evolution (2013)
The Doors Special Edition – 3 DVD Set (2013)
Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970 (2018)
Break on Thru: Celebration of Ray Manzarek and The Doors (2018)

Sources

Olsen, Brad. Sacred Places Europe: 108 Destinations. CCC Publishing, 2007.
Riordan, James; Prochnicky, Jerry. Break On Through: The Life and Death of Jim Morrison.
Riordan, James.

External links

Life With the Lizard King: Jim Morrison and The Doors Photographs, 1968 – Time Magazine
Ray Manzarek Interview – NAMM Oral History Program, December 8, 2008
FBI Vault Record: The Doors