Music, Mystery, and Myth
The Doors, one of the most influential rock bands of the 1960s, blended poetic lyrics, psychedelic sounds, and blues influences to create a unique and enduring musical legacy.
Formed in 1965 by Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore, the band quickly rose to fame with their self-titled debut album, featuring the iconic hit Light My Fire. Morrison’s enigmatic stage presence and deeply introspective lyrics, often exploring themes of freedom, death, and the subconscious mind, set the band apart from their contemporaries.
Manzarek’s signature keyboard melodies replaced the need for a bassist, giving their music a distinctive, hypnotic quality. Though their time was brief—cut short by Morrison’s untimely death in 1971—their impact on rock music remains profound, influencing countless artists and continuing to captivate listeners with their raw energy and haunting mystique.
Listen to the Very Best of The Doors, a two-volume, career-spanning collection uninterrupted