People talk about Jim being a fuckup or a druggie, but they forget that dude still showed up to work enough times and obviously still put in a ton of effort to become massively successful. It’s foolish to define Jim by his bad habits…
My eyes saw him (1970 Boston), my ears heard him, my bones shook with the white tribe's Densmore summons to ceremony; and my hand shook Ray Manzarek's years later. Decades since, I still blow out the windows every day with what they left us. The music's never over.
Your ears still probably hear him. I tune into his shows once in a while. This is a man with a lot of connections in high places, more than likely a Freemason. He talked a lot about faking his death years leading up to his alleged death. If you look into all events surrounding said incident you’ll be shocked. We didn’t find out until years after his death that his father, Stephen M. was the rear admiral on the ship that was responsible for the Gulf of Tonkin false flag operation that in part lead to the Vietnam War. His father was at the decommissioning of the ship, coincidently it happened to be the same day that Him died. All I can say is there are no coincidences in life. Yes both events coincided.
I remember being in high school and one of my buddies says “Hey, you gotta come over the house and listen to this album!” First song on the first album, set the volume on 11, he played “Break on through to the other side”. Totally blew us away. I’ll never forget it. Never had the chance to see them live, but I’ve got every album. Watching Robby play just simply mind blowing. Incredible talent!
When love has you spiraling out of control: The Doors - TOUCH ME homage Music Video of the places Jim has touched in Los Angeles and W. Hollywood: ua-cam.com/video/L_R8YmomkJo/v-deo.html
My first song I heard was when the music is over, I was totally mesmerized, I couldn't believe what I was hearing, their music actually takes u places, it's an actual experience!
At 75, I am still in awe to the music of the DOORS, Jim Morrison opened my mind to the political and rebellious time of what was going in America during the Viet Nam Era. Jim 4 Ever
@@stuartewoldt1513 strange you say that -- from europe it seemed the u.s.a was tearing itself apart over futile conflicts -- and still not yet 'lived it down'
@@jaixzzYou must remember what a young country the USA was then, and remains so even now. European countries are thousands of years old. We are still trying to get the wrinkles ironed out. The communists are seriously endeavoring to destroy us and they nearly succeeded but the tide has turned. Praise God!!
My youngest son is 27,and he's still a baby in so many ways,with a lot of life and experiences yet to come. To think Jim died long before he reached his full potential just makes me so sad.......he contributed so much to this world,yet could have contributed so much more had he lived longer😔RIP my man.......
I wanna thank those who made this superb documentary. It not only showcased Jim as a brilliant artist, but the photography also caught his thoughtfulness, emotions, and authenticity. I also consider THIS a PIECE OF ART. I believe Jim would really appreciate this documentary. Lastly, it was great hearing the Door's music and their comments, and everyone else's feedback as well. The whole story took on the feeling of a Door's song that Jim might have written. Peace!
Can't believe people even consider matching Mick Jagger to Jim Morrision....there's no comparison whatsoever. Mick looks like a worn out rag surviving....at least Jim will be forever young in our hearts. Jim rules....no question.
I must add that MORRISON HOTEL was a fantastic album too. And WAITING FOR THE SUn and even THE SOFT PARADE have many fantastic songs on them. The latter with of course that "FRANK SINATRA" classic TOUCH ME. What a great song. Marvellously sung by JIM.
Haunting without end. My soul is shaken to the core as it could not be in my twenties. A poet above all, a visionary of such power he could not remain in this world; his desire is realized.
Greatest line ever....when Warren Zevon was told by the doctor that he had terminal cancer and had only months to live, Zevon responded "Well...I got to be Jim Morrison a lot longer than he did".
Wow. Totally blown away. I think we all became part of Jim's soul in this journey. I've always loved The Doors and I've always loved how many of Jim's boyhood haunts were right around my "neck of the woods" too. I never got to meet him but I feel I know him. Thanks for making this and sharing it with us.
When love has you spiraling out of control: The Doors - TOUCH ME homage Music Video of the places Jim has touched in Los Angeles and W. Hollywood: ua-cam.com/video/L_R8YmomkJo/v-deo.html
@@grantkorpez6669 i wonder what might've happened if any of these guys had been elsewhere the week or the month when the band was assembled: there's just no telling , but we know they were all gonna do music, i wonder what happened to all the other would-be-band-members that were put out-of-a-job, by these four guys gettin' together: there's perhaps four bands we'll never get to hear: like thanks-a-lot, guys, wow.... hahaha~ [i daresay, the doors-we-know, are better than all of those four would-be-bands put together, haha]
@@Contact_Info I'd hope not if you knew the real truth as to how Jim was Murders and the way he was bettayed and thrown under the Bus by that CU n t ??.... Sorry about the Language , but TRUELY that's what she was . She sold him down the river without a doubt .
@@tinfoilhatter Incorrect . Jim Morrison had never planned nor tried previously to be a singer . He had never tried in any way to be polished nor practiced at music. His entire life had been as a writer and he had hoped to become involved in film making as a Director . He d gone to Film School at UCLA , graduating with his Master's Degree . His classmates had been Francis Ford Coppola , Steven Spielberg , Oliver Stone and others..... Oliver Stone while on Acid in Viet Nam had believed himself to be Jim Morrison , the Rock Star later on after Jim had died (Murderd)...... This is a simple fact.. I can tell you what happens if you ever wish . But first , if you TRUELY wish to understand Jim s music and writings then you'll have to understand a thing called ; Journey of the Hero .or The Hero s Journey . This Jim believed he was living . On YT , type, Jim Morriso, the Hero s Journey and also Weird Scenes inside the Gold Mine Watch these lectures by the professor . He is spot on and then if you wish , read or audiobook Hero of a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell . These are very important if you're trying to understand what Morrison was trying to do The Birth of Tragedy By Frederick Nietzsche is also important Check it out on YT on audio book. So much easier in that reading Nietzsche is not an easy assignment. Good luck and expand your brain Regards
@@stephenmarkelov1829 you can see a lot of tunes from the European shows if you search 'The Doors are Open ' a UK documentary made at the time. There is also another film from Denmark or someplace of a full concert that is on you tube as well, happy searching both are well worth looking at / listening to
The way that Manzarek tells the story of Morrison and himself meeting for the two times on Venice Beach is just such incredible history, a few moments in time giving way to what we have today, the poetic vision set in front of an incredible bed of beautiful music. The way in which Ray instantly outlined for Jim how the future was to unfold. Ray was like a soothsayer, and Jim to become the messenger, the voice. Kismet is a real thing...man. FAR OUT.
Ray was so talented it was amazing how he actually played 2 instruments in one. How can ones brain play bass and actually crush the keyboard at the same time, truly amazing, then Robbie with the slide, this band was so far ahead of its time, just to actually listen is a trip!
I completely agree with Jim's contention that their music shouldn't be commercialized, that is used to sell products. It turns it from work of art to a tv commercial jingle.
@@VanishedPNW The cosmetic is transient and utterly unimportant to life. The Bible calls your life "a vapor." That is the wisdom of thousands of years. Those who trade on their "good looks" -- male or female -- wake up one day and it's gone and then many are lost and suicidal.
Morrison was beautiful and mystical. He reminds me of the way the archangels like Michael are depicted in pictures and statues. He didn't seem to be aware of that, but I believe he was aware how talented he was. I'll remember him as he wanted to be, as a poet.
@@ripmurdock232, How would you know he did? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, if he was egotistical at all, I'd say it was bc he knew he was artistically gifted & not that he saw himself physically beautiful the way I described him.
If their were "EVER" 4 dudes meant to come together in a band/recording studio it was these 4 magicians! Its still hard to comprehend theres NO bass guitar in their live gigs or on most of their LP,s!!! The music has such great "bottom" with Ray,s magical left-handed bass runs! Thanks for the music doors,..RIP Ray N Jim
All their studio recordings utilized studio musicians playing bass guitar. IMO, it's a much classier sound than that keyboard bass contraption. Not that Ray wasn't an awesome keyboardist, of course...
James Douglas Morrison.... Look at the legacy the Doors left us with their music which doesn't let describe it self. Some call it Blues, others call it Rock but no one actually knows. I think when they had atleast some knowledge backthen, they probably could have saved the life of Jim Morrison. Back then most people said: oh, it is Jim, he drinks to much! in stead of trying to help him stop his drug and alcohol abuse. With that they might have saved the Doors, and they probably would have been there for a dozen years more. The Doors probably bigger then the Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Elvis Presley together. If some came with a change in music, the Doors did. It is such a shame Jim Morrison passed away aged 27. Master poet, master artist.
Being myself a Jim fan I think everyone should listen to an amazing interview he made for Canada in 1970. You can find it as an audio file on some streaming platforms. He speaks very calmy and gently of important topics and you can feel all the brightness of his spirit and how smart he was without being pretentious or too sure of himself, you can hear some of the philosophical and cultural references he had. But what is maybe the most important thing for me about this interview is how far it is from the cliché of the "dangerous rock rebel yelling at people and wanting to destroy everything" ! Anyway, Jim forever !!!!
this is an awesome documentary on the life of Jim Morrison. I have the utmost respect for his writing and poetry as well as his tribute to The doors. he was an awesome creative soul and should be remembered as one. he got sidetracked into a little bit of alcohol and drugs but it happens and especially to creative people sometimes they accidentally get caught up in this.
This is an incredible documentary because you can tell that it was produced by music people in the business. This was not made by some greaser producer at CBS trying to make a name for himself.
It sounded like the recording was skipping at points. Was that something with this recording, or was it something with my computer? That said, I love the Doors, and grew up listening to them back in 67'',68', and ever since. Over the last couple of months, I have come back around to digging the Doors again. Not that I ever stopped digging them, it just seems like the music I really love from those days comes around, and goes around in cycles. So, here I am again, sitting before the Master poet, like a child being inspired, and finding myself in awe of this person-Band, and musical journey! Everyone as the Doors suggested in their tune-"Break on through to the other side,!!" because this side can be a real drag at times, and all of us need to take a journey inward, or if you prefer, take a journey to Paris! Peace........
The parallels between Jim Morrison and Jack Kerouac and their reluctant acceptance of (well deserved) fame are undeniable. Both were incredible wordsmiths…both were essentially introverted with a personal vision of being poets, yet thrust upon a voracious and expectant audience while being unable to want or deal with such an enormous spotlight. I find both their stories very sad 😢
+jacky pattersont technically that is true but they were considered common-law spouses which is why control of Jim's estate was split between the Morrison family and the Courson family after Pam's death. Jim's will left everything to Pam and she was single at death so her parents got control of Jim's estate, which the Morrison's did not like (and rightfully so).
Also the other Doors tried 2 sue Pamela 4 25 grand in loans Jim had gotten while in Paris. .Other than that they had no contact with her. She was blamed 4 everything
From the day I first heard the Doors my Brain was changed forever I entered another world suddenly everything around me just stopped nothing mattered anymore
Went to Pere La Chaise and suddenly the emotion came pouring up within me being near Jim....so moving. Was glad I went to see him....he's kind of near the entrance, not far. RIP ole buddy.
i went in September last year. i was there alone at 8:30am. I listen to a couple of Doors songs on my headphones and had my own little concert. the cemetery is absolutely haunting early in the morning.
Take a journey to the bright midnight….. I went to his grave in the winter of 1971. A few dead flowers and lots of graffiti. One empty coke bottle seemed strangely at home. RIP
I went in January 2019. I was in Paris for my older sister’s funeral. I had a few days to walk around and decided to go to Père Lachaise (so many times in Paris and had never gone.) Anyway, it was grey and rainy and cold. I got there late and walked around, and finally found his grave. Just as I found it, the clouds broke open and the sun burst through. Everything glistened from the rain. Magical. I’ll never forget that moment.
While in Paris,after L.A WOMAN album hit the stores,Jim called Densmore asked how was the album selling,JIM was excited and said he wanted to tour to support the album and sing those songs live,he was gona come back
The doors was without a doubt a rock group that there presentation as erotica politicians was in no way shape or for bull shit. Thank you morrison for shaping my mind, you were sent to making us believe and know that society in a whole streams in one big mind fuck bouncin bob
My inspiration for putting pen to paper and trying poetry, rid my head of darkness , torment and torture , love, drugs and romance. Thank you Jim Morrison for all you did and all you do forevermore . peace and love .
Jim Morrison was one of those extreme few people who were able to turn poetic talent, into music and song. Have always been a fan of the Doors since late 60's. When I had read about Jim's death in July 1971, it floored me . . . but did not surprise me.
Why were you NOT surprised? Jim didn't die in Paris. The "kid" did. The Rockstar was given a Rockstar death ending. The contract was fulfilled. Jim shed his skin , and walked on down the hall. There's probably been thousands of people who have spoken, seen, sat by,etc Jim since and never knew.
@@MrSwitchblade327 yup, he filled his obligations and just like Kurt did his part. Do you know the significance of a leading influence just dying and it overwhelming damage it does to a teenagers brain. It opens you up to more destruction
Jim was on a different plane than most of us..most geniuses are...The Doors changed society...helped break away The Generatin Gap..(ugh)...and gave relief to our guys in Vietnam
One of the best on jim and the doors I’ve ever seen thanks life long fan .since I was around 11 in 1971 I’m 61 now .rip jim .but your words will stay with us a very long time .you got your wish .
I'll never forget the moment I first heard about the Doors. I was in 8th grade and getting into the rock music scene. My special ed teacher (I'm deaf) caught on and suggested I try some bands she's listened to for decades. It wasn't "cool" to borrow CDs from teachers, but who cares? She loaned me their Greatest Hits collection with Jim's face on the cover. I still remember seeing that prominent square jaw above his beady necklace. And those curly locks. And Jim's piercing eyes. I got the impression he was a spiritual leader of a hippie rock band. Truth is, Jim was anything but a leader. If you watch his interviews, he was always somewhere else mentally. I didn't fall in love with the Doors right away because I didn't give them a chance. 15 years later, I finally did. Now that I look back, I have to laugh. It's almost like my teacher *knew* I would get into these guys. Jim reminds me of myself. I feel like I exist in an entirely different realm and can only express it with words. Thank you Ms. Nisbet for introducing me to the Doors. You helped me find and understand myself.
I was the only 5 year old i know of who begged his mother to play doors records when I was growing up in the 80s. My parent's friends couldn't believe a little kid was so interested in the band that they grew up with.
I started listening to the Doors. When I was a young boy. Living in the NYC area.Where rock was king. I am 64 now. Still listen to their outstanding music!
I think the three musicians played very well together and Morrison seems to have created the theatricality of what a front man was and how immaculate he seemed. I love how masculine, intelligent, but free spirited the guy was, he lived through his own perception of life and didn’t seem to fit in with the rest
Yeah fucked up because I really believed Oliver Stone's movie which is mostly fiction, so Jim was portrayed like a mad man.i did hang out with Robby Krieger and what a sweet man.
@@ThePVTProductions yea.. I actually met Oliver Stone briefly in LA for his doors movie pre-release party in a Club at the corner of Sunset Blvd and he was a nasty, mean SOAB! Ppl were clearly scared of him and his dark rathe! He was definitely pissed about some of the chaos going on. Yea.. not a great first impression.. I ran away, like most of us guests did. Very Weird 😳
Jim Morrison hated being frontman and was incredibly shy during the whiskey go go performances early in their careers as a stand alone band ...it was an eureka moment for Jim when he saw Van Morrison perform, he befriended and imitated Vans stage theathrics (with Vans blessings) and thus the Lizard Kings stage presence was born ...this was when Pam and he were living in Laurel Canyon and he wrote 'people are strange' in one afternoon jjust up the rd from Cass Elliots house at a vista of Downtown LA off Lookout Mountain View
I’m only 20 minutes in and it’s like the book No One Here Gets Out Alive which I read in one sitting. I could listen to this from beginning to end right now.
I find it ironic most of the tunes played in the background were written by ROBBIE KRIEGER MORRISON WAS A GREAT POET BUT SO WAS RK and it seems he was never really giving the credit he deserves
+the EQUATION there are a lot of very intelligent people in the world and all tho they can see faults in others and laugh they are blind to their own faults and insecurities his slow decay is noticeable in the photos taken of him i'm sure people tried to help him but if they don't want to be helped cause they are blind to the fact then you cant help and at that point you cant save a man from him self i will stand by what i said 5 months ago he was a good person intelligent and unique it wasn't art that killed him it was 27 young feeling bulletproof and perhaps arrogance but at end of the day his attitude its tragic and a waste but that's how it is
im not jealous and i never said anything against him you miss read what i said cause your a total piece human excrement looking to abuse people cause you have nothing better to do so take you manic thoughts take your meds and most of all take a hike
+KITTYKISSIS WHITE RACE NUMBER ONE GERMAN AMERICAN good to know your off your meds just go check your self into a padded cell and you'll be back in reality in no time
+the EQUATION His talent as a musician lies in his songwriting and vocals, which were unique. Not a lot of people would disagree. He could rock out and mellow down to suit his hypnotic ballads and his lyrics were relatable to many among the masses. But as a band, the doors were fresh in their sound. If you're going to discredit every band that borrows, then you should add more to your list including, probably all of the greats. Was he a junkie that wasted his talent and potential years to come? Definitely. Is that an objective reason to diss him out as a "musician"? Not at all. I'm not into glorifying a person based on hype, but let's give credit where it's due.
I've watched this before in it's entirety, so last night I put it on the big screen with the volume off and cranked up my old school stereo playing a stack Doors CD's. It was great!
Ray is one of the best raconteurs I've ever heard. I can listen to him talk about anything. His background stories about how certain songs came together are poetry in themselves. Oh... and not a bad keyboardist.
If Ray could have lived long enough to have his own podcast!!! Very unique phrasing coupled with that LA rock voice. He was every bit as important to the Doors as Morrison.. and Jim knew that from the day they met.
@@TheFunkybert You and Me, brother.Over the decades as we heard m,ore bootlegs and live recordings, I gained tremendous respect for John and Robbie and their ability to back Jim doing so much spoken word, Hard to fill and follow. But it seemed like Ray just had a special intuition of where to9 go and what to do. One undeniable fact: each one of those guys needed the other three.
The Doors definitely had 2 distinct musical styles. The Blues Boogie, and the weird, dark depressing Heavy Psyche Bad LSD trip songs, as well as the occasional Pop songs like Hello I Love You. Personally I only like the weird songs like the End , but with Riders On the Storm they succeeded in combining the different types of music in a simple arrangement with sparse lyrics. A song like that was quite an achievement
This is a great documentary retrospective on the Doors and Jim Morrison’s entire career. An Insightful and interesting look at what is probably America’s best band!
Hey Positive Buoyancy, There are so many + aspects to prepare for boatbuilding in Flowida. ‘ boat prep. long before “ they got the guns, we’ve got the numbers… gonna win ( ? ) takin’ over “ . ‘ Chrystal Ship ‘. & ‘Horse Latitudes’. pulls me out of the oil quagmire, to help ‘ Light me Fier ‘. ‘Lizard King, ( ? ) can do anything’ really practical when working on traditional Ronett music boat or ‘Wooden Ship’ off Jefferson A.plane’s Volunteer Album. Darius and others trying to control their Persian siblings from overrunning with Czar’s glue and tar ? Indian Summer , see you off the trail where quiet can be following EPA Clean Air Act
The Doors opened my eyes. Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger & John Densmore... Thank you isn't even close to what I owe you guys. RIP Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek. Thanks for the upload.
Jim Morrison is a poetic singer, is manly mystify voice is haunting . His music fits his voice perfectly .it resonates . The Doors The poet band. A one of kind band. Jim Morrison is the foundation of the band, without the foundation , everything falls apart, Ray is absolutely right
(21:20) At first you think Ray is infatuated with Jim, but you listen to Ray tell that story and how he felt. That is just fucking pure magic. The way he knew right off the bat they were gonna be stars. Like he's totally giving Jim credit, what a great homage. Ray was one great, just amazing freak of nature. The way he can split his brain into playing the organ like a king, owns the song, another part of his brain fucking replaces the bass player, and many times, he took another part of his brain and he would sing the whole song when Jim would faint, or not show up. How great that the Doors, such a group, wouldn't just cut the show if Jim wasn't there, they still got their show. I think the Manzarek show wasn't a let down, but a bonus.
Yes my best friend hung out with him and wrote songs. He shared stories about Jim and his red corvette. Too much alcohol and the pace was too fast. Now they are all deceased . I am left with vivid memories of those times in this country, and the vibe was cosmic. The music couldn’t have been better, each group had a distinctive signature sound. Oh well fond memories.
He never had a red corvette. He a blue mustang Shelby GT Cobra which he named the blue lady. Your friend wrote songs with Jim Morrison? Sure he did . Let me guess he helped Jim write Doors lyrics but didn't want any credit which is why we never heard of him ..The red corvette is the dead giveaway that your friend is full of shit .
My first four albums were: Born On the Bayou- Creedence Clearwater Santana I Rubbersoul- the Beatles The Doors 🚪 What a beginning to listen to music at 13 years old (!) Those were the days!
In 1965 it was always Jim Morrison of The Doors that made from 1965 67 and 69 Morrison the doors what they were legendary the sound of his music was perfect it was all psychedelic flower power i it was the 1960s Jim Morrison will be remembered forever from the Doors🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😮😮😮😮😅😅😅😅😅😅❤❤❤❤❤
I saw them live at the Whiskey A Go Go in 1967, pretty early in their career. Jim was absolutely mesmerizing but I liked how Ray seemed to keep everything together. I was 16 years old and wanted to be just like Jim. What a show. Our paths kept crossing in the later 60s but then Jim died and that was the end of that. This presentation is pretty good. A lot of photography I've never seen before. Was that done by Ms. ShipofFools? I wonder. Anyhow, this gives you a little idea of how hypnotic Jim could be. I went and saw Robbie Krieger's show when he was in town performing with his son. They rocked the place out doing some Frank Zappa stuff and some Doors numbers. I like when he was doing "Wild Child" and at the end he says, "Do you remember when we were back in Africa?" Cool, Jim and the band wherever you are.
He struck me as a great poet/writer among the greats (Ferlangette, TS Elliot, Kafka....) from the first time I heard him about age12......shy and afraid of many things; Light My Fire turned on the Dancer in me, fully grasping my inner tribal..... A dangling fuse of a trance is a close metaphor.
I don't blame Jim for being irate about the other doors selling out at the start of their careers. The betrayal must have been heartbreaking to him. It definitely separates him from them as far as Artistic integrity goes.
All successful artists are sell outs. Why else would you do photo shoots and promoting yourself on tv and radio? It's to sell albums and make money, otherwise you would be content to be a bar band in Podunk Alabama if it's only about the art.
His creations were creations he breathed life into. Souls that developed and songs that may beget other songs. Selling out is a shallow way of making fun of it all, and losing the song to an undignified cheap catch phrase. Mocking the work that went into it.
MAGNIFICENT CREATURE ❤️. I lived in Melbourne Fl from the late 50's until the early 70's , to bad as far as I know they never built any kind of memorial tribute to him a statue or name a park or beach or something maybe a MORRISON HOLTEL ?
Very well done, includes many unfamiliar photographs and poetry bits. When I visit the Jim Morrison fan groups, I discover over and over again that Jim is perceived as a hero who partied nonstop, and whose goal was to get his kicks today. Not so; he was a serious and accomplished artist. He wrote extraordinary songs, and the quality of his lyrics are unsurpassed. He was a hard working poet, whose work was dismissed as sophomoric self-indulgence for too many years, when in fact it was beautiful and exceptional. A fine tribute..
I saw Jim Morrison and the Doors, live, at the University of Michigan, on Oct. 20th, 1967,at our (Letterman Winners) Homecoming "dance ". I am in the process of making a documented summary of, what I saw, which went from a disastrous concert, to the most hypnotic and mesmerizing and theatrical event that one could ever imagine...and it's true... you will be amazed. My final take on The Doors live is," You don't see a Doors concert, you FEEL it"! ❤🎉
I first heard this on KLOS 95.5 in Los Angeles when I was just a kid in elementary school in the early 80's. I recorded it on cassette and lost the tapes years ago. Thanks for posting this. It brought back so many memories. I still have the book "An Hour For Magic".
I was 11 years old 1967 praying for the soldiers to come home and the war to stop the 1968 the death of Robert f Kennedy is this changed my heart forever for America I I was 11 years old 1969 my cousin's I instantly was drawn to Jim Morrison's poetry and magic that came out of the albums when he sang and the band played being 11 years old Jim Morrison change my path in life for the better I was a shy timid girl I did not drink I did not do drugs and it stayed like that for all my life poetry was magic and my high.
People talk about Jim being a fuckup or a druggie, but they forget that dude still showed up to work enough times and obviously still put in a ton of effort to become massively successful. It’s foolish to define Jim by his bad habits…
My eyes saw him (1970 Boston), my ears heard him, my bones shook with the white tribe's Densmore summons to ceremony; and my hand shook Ray Manzarek's years later. Decades since, I still blow out the windows every day with what they left us. The music's never over.
Where did you see him? Was it at a show? Formal or informal. (Proper Bostonian here) ;)
April 10, 1970 at Boston Arena (show is now on CD)...
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Nice! Very poetic :)
Your ears still probably hear him. I tune into his shows once in a while. This is a man with a lot of connections in high places, more than likely a Freemason. He talked a lot about faking his death years leading up to his alleged death. If you look into all events surrounding said incident you’ll be shocked. We didn’t find out until years after his death that his father, Stephen M. was the rear admiral on the ship that was responsible for the Gulf of Tonkin false flag operation that in part lead to the Vietnam War. His father was at the decommissioning of the ship, coincidently it happened to be the same day that Him died. All I can say is there are no coincidences in life. Yes both events coincided.
I remember being in high school and one of my buddies says “Hey, you gotta come over the house and listen to this album!” First song on the first album, set the volume on 11, he played “Break on through to the other side”. Totally blew us away. I’ll never forget it. Never had the chance to see them live, but I’ve got every album. Watching Robby play just simply mind blowing. Incredible talent!
Cool IO baby bro
When love has you spiraling out of control: The Doors - TOUCH ME homage Music Video of the places Jim has touched in Los Angeles and W. Hollywood: ua-cam.com/video/L_R8YmomkJo/v-deo.html
Now now, don't be cheeky lad...amps didn't go to eleven till Spinal Tap.
I'm teasing/playing of course. ;)
My first song I heard was when the music is over, I was totally mesmerized, I couldn't believe what I was hearing, their music actually takes u places, it's an actual experience!
My first Doors encounter was listening to when the music's over, I was convinced the west was the best!
At 75, I am still in awe to the music of the DOORS, Jim Morrison opened my mind to the political and rebellious time of what was going in America during the Viet Nam Era. Jim 4 Ever
Yeh i was in
"upper sixth form" at school -- couldnt wait to get away and
"break on through to the othrr side"
It destroyed the country. The music is great beyond belief but for such a young country it ripped us apart
@@stuartewoldt1513 strange you say that -- from europe it seemed the u.s.a was
tearing itself apart over futile conflicts -- and still not yet
'lived it down'
Who do you think started the Vietnam war…Admiral Morrison…Jim’s dad.
@@jaixzzYou must remember what a young country the USA was then, and remains so even now. European countries are thousands of years old. We are still trying to get the wrinkles ironed out. The communists are seriously endeavoring to destroy us and they nearly succeeded but the tide has turned. Praise God!!
My youngest son is 27,and he's still a baby in so many ways,with a lot of life and experiences yet to come. To think Jim died long before he reached his full potential just makes me so sad.......he contributed so much to this world,yet could have contributed so much more had he lived longer😔RIP my man.......
I wanna thank those who made this superb documentary. It not only
showcased Jim as a brilliant artist, but the photography also caught
his thoughtfulness, emotions, and authenticity. I also consider THIS a
PIECE OF ART. I believe Jim would really appreciate this documentary.
Lastly, it was great hearing the Door's music and their comments,
and everyone else's feedback as well. The whole story took on the
feeling of a Door's song that Jim might have written. Peace!
@William Reaves Yes, it's a special documentary for our beloved Jim!
Can't believe people even consider matching Mick Jagger to Jim Morrision....there's no comparison whatsoever. Mick looks like a worn out rag surviving....at least Jim will be forever young in our hearts. Jim rules....no question.
No comparison to Elvis Jim rules Elvis is not even close..Jim ❤
Cecilia Wells I concur 👍
Cecilia Wells true dat but Sinatra > Jim and Elvis
Hooper45 Jim was the Psychedelic Sinatra. They’re in two different worlds
Lmao
Whenever I want to have fun I d ask ……..” what would Jim do ??”
I must add that MORRISON HOTEL was a fantastic album too. And WAITING FOR THE SUn and even THE SOFT PARADE have many fantastic songs on them. The latter with of course that "FRANK SINATRA" classic TOUCH ME. What a great song. Marvellously sung by JIM.
GODDAMN I LOVE THE DOORS.
Back 3 Years Later!!!! Always be back!
Lol . No one would have guessed
Thank God for Jim Morrison.
indeed
George Vreeland Hill the F u talking about??
He didn't BELIEVE IN GOD.
YOU FN GODLESS LIBS GOTTA CHOOSE ONE! Don't be a wishy-washy flaky douche
Thank Nietzsche
It's hard to believe he didn't think he could sing, and in the beginning even suggested they find a singer!
Three magical hours, not many other creative artists would warrant this much attention.Morrison and the Doors just get better as the years pass.
Isn't it amazing?????
Yes. I love there last 2 albums,blues, like . Divine great
@@jeremygreen7183 You have to like it all and understand the progression.
@@jeremygreen7183
Their ...........
@Generic Name LOL!
Haunting without end. My soul is shaken to the core as it could not be in my twenties. A poet above all, a visionary of such power he could not remain in this world; his desire is realized.
Well he was looking at doing hard time in Florida for his public lewdness at a concert there I think he would have rather died.
@@annalisavajda252The band said it never happened.
Greatest line ever....when Warren Zevon was told by the doctor that he had terminal cancer and had only months to live, Zevon responded "Well...I got to be Jim Morrison a lot longer than he did".
Wow. Totally blown away. I think we all became part of Jim's soul in this journey. I've always loved The Doors and I've always loved how many of Jim's boyhood haunts were right around my "neck of the woods" too. I never got to meet him but I feel I know him. Thanks for making this and sharing it with us.
When love has you spiraling out of control: The Doors - TOUCH ME homage Music Video of the places Jim has touched in Los Angeles and W. Hollywood: ua-cam.com/video/L_R8YmomkJo/v-deo.html
Jim's relationship with his dog was so beautiful. He would leave parties to be with them.
Fabulous documentary!❤
My love for Jim Morrison will never die, What an inspiring and loving man of wild truth !
You were meant to be Pam's replacement if you were born earlier.🥲
@@Contact_Info pure genius
@@grantkorpez6669 i wonder what might've happened if any of these guys had been elsewhere the week or the month when the band was assembled: there's just no telling , but we know they were all gonna do music, i wonder what happened to all the other would-be-band-members that were put out-of-a-job, by these four guys gettin' together: there's perhaps four bands we'll never get to hear: like thanks-a-lot, guys, wow....
hahaha~ [i daresay, the doors-we-know, are better than all of those four would-be-bands put together, haha]
@@Contact_Info
I'd hope not if you knew the real truth as to how Jim was
Murders and the way he was bettayed and thrown under the Bus by that CU n t ??....
Sorry about the Language , but TRUELY that's what she was .
She sold him down the river without a doubt .
@@tinfoilhatter
Incorrect .
Jim Morrison had never planned nor tried previously to be a singer .
He had never tried in any way to be polished
nor practiced at music.
His entire life had been as a writer and he had hoped to become involved in film making as a Director .
He d gone to Film School at UCLA , graduating with his Master's Degree .
His classmates had been Francis Ford Coppola , Steven Spielberg , Oliver Stone and others.....
Oliver Stone while on Acid in Viet Nam had believed himself to be Jim Morrison , the Rock Star later on after Jim had died (Murderd)......
This is a simple fact..
I can tell you what happens if you ever wish .
But first , if you TRUELY wish to understand Jim s music and writings then you'll have to understand a thing called ;
Journey of the Hero .or
The Hero s Journey .
This Jim believed he was living .
On YT , type, Jim Morriso, the Hero s Journey and also
Weird Scenes inside the Gold Mine
Watch these lectures by the professor .
He is spot on and then if you wish , read or audiobook
Hero of a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell .
These are very important if you're trying to understand what Morrison was trying to do
The Birth of Tragedy
By Frederick Nietzsche
is also important
Check it out on YT on audio book.
So much easier in that reading Nietzsche is not an easy assignment.
Good luck and expand your brain
Regards
These Guys had SOOO MANY pictures taken of them. If you grew up back then you're lucky to have a few photos to Reminiscence with.
I saw them at the Roundhouse in London in 1968....the memory stays with me......unique band
So how was it to see Jim on stage?
Yes Dave, How was Jim on that Tour that Night , Long Time Ago, LUCKY -Please Do TELL -Reese, NY
@@stephenmarkelov1829 you can see a lot of tunes from the European shows if you search 'The Doors are Open ' a UK documentary made at the time. There is also another film from Denmark or someplace of a full concert that is on you tube as well, happy searching both are well worth looking at / listening to
Did they play roadhouse blues?
Wow man so special
What an animal 🦁
Fierce and alive with passion. Blood pulsing through him like electricity among a night storm.
The way that Manzarek tells the story of Morrison and himself meeting for the two times on Venice Beach is just such incredible history, a few moments in time giving way to what we have today, the poetic vision set in front of an incredible bed of beautiful music. The way in which Ray instantly outlined for Jim how the future was to unfold. Ray was like a soothsayer, and Jim to become the messenger, the voice. Kismet is a real thing...man. FAR OUT.
Very nice piece of writing ✌🏻
🦎 thank you, much peace and love.
Ray was so talented it was amazing how he actually played 2 instruments in one. How can ones brain play bass and actually crush the keyboard at the same time, truly amazing, then Robbie with the slide, this band was so far ahead of its time, just to actually listen is a trip!
Jim Morrison- An American Poet
Thank you for everything. You are the one who first posessed my hand and helped me become a writer. I celebrate you.
I literally grew up listening to The Doors. Listening to the music now makes scenes from my childhood appear in my mind.
Me too
100%. The Doors are timeless which IMO is the sign of true art.
Addiction where you can have everything and nothing
I recall the....clothes; i was little , no kid was in designer then; WE WERE THE ...DESIGNS...lol
I’m in your childhood faze rn
I love this dude , spent many days just listening and feeling this dude , a straight gift from God .
We are all a straight gift from God.
he did it alone with a band.
why not the rest of us. for better this world ?
I completely agree with Jim's contention that their music shouldn't be commercialized, that is used to sell products. It turns it from work of art to a tv commercial jingle.
Morrison was absolutely gorgeous
so are you,but do you dance in all of your gloriousness,or do you hide your elegance from the boys of summer.
Why do you think so?
That's what matters. Something that one is born with.
@@VanishedPNW The cosmetic is transient and utterly unimportant to life. The Bible calls your life "a vapor." That is the wisdom of thousands of years. Those who trade on their "good looks" -- male or female -- wake up one day and it's gone and then many are lost and suicidal.
His mind was more gorgeous!
"If The Doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, Infinite."
That a man!
Yes check it out sometime.
and do you believe it ?
Steve G It’s written by William Blake
Ryan d Lion It’s written by William Blake
Rip Jim & ray the music will never die
Morrison was beautiful and mystical. He reminds me of the way the archangels like Michael are depicted in pictures and statues. He didn't seem to be aware of that, but I believe he was aware how talented he was. I'll remember him as he wanted to be, as a poet.
I agree with you completely Mary Smith. :-)
He was well aware of how he looked!! LoL
I never seen 40% of these photos !
@@ripmurdock232, How would you know he did? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, if he was egotistical at all, I'd say it was bc he knew he was artistically gifted & not that he saw himself physically beautiful the way I described him.
@@ripmurdock232 , whatever, makes no difference to me.
If their were "EVER" 4 dudes meant to come together in a band/recording studio it was these 4 magicians! Its still hard to comprehend theres NO bass guitar in their live gigs or on most of their LP,s!!! The music has such great "bottom" with Ray,s magical left-handed bass runs! Thanks for the music doors,..RIP Ray N Jim
Ray! what can you say; your the best.
All their studio recordings utilized studio musicians playing bass guitar. IMO, it's a much classier sound than that keyboard bass contraption. Not that Ray wasn't an awesome keyboardist, of course...
After the 1st lp yes
Plus Jim's deep voice gave depth to every song.
there's bass on half the debut album tracks .. and bass on every other album on every track
James Douglas Morrison....
Look at the legacy the Doors left us with their music which doesn't let describe it self. Some call it Blues, others call it Rock but no one actually knows.
I think when they had atleast some knowledge backthen, they probably could have saved the life of Jim Morrison. Back then most people said: oh, it is Jim, he drinks to much! in stead of trying to help him stop his drug and alcohol abuse. With that they might have saved the Doors, and they probably would have been there for a dozen years more.
The Doors probably bigger then the Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Elvis Presley together. If some came with a change in music, the Doors did.
It is such a shame Jim Morrison passed away aged 27. Master poet, master artist.
Sometimes it’s difficult to see something that’s right before your eyes love that quote
Being myself a Jim fan I think everyone should listen to an amazing interview he made for Canada in 1970. You can find it as an audio file on some streaming platforms. He speaks very calmy and gently of important topics and you can feel all the brightness of his spirit and how smart he was without being pretentious or too sure of himself, you can hear some of the philosophical and cultural references he had. But what is maybe the most important thing for me about this interview is how far it is from the cliché of the "dangerous rock rebel yelling at people and wanting to destroy everything" !
Anyway, Jim forever !!!!
Agreed. Have done. There was a gulf between Jim and 'young people', it transpired, those conceived and born AFTER WW2.
Regret having forgotten the Bass guitarist hired to record such strong lines 'over'
Manzarek pedalboard sound -- perfect match
this is an awesome documentary on the life of Jim Morrison. I have the utmost respect for his writing and poetry as well as his tribute to The doors. he was an awesome creative soul and should be remembered as one. he got sidetracked into a little bit of alcohol and drugs but it happens and especially to creative people sometimes they accidentally get caught up in this.
This is an incredible documentary because you can tell that it was produced by music people in the business. This was not made by some greaser producer at CBS trying to make a name for himself.
I recorded this program over three days in 1983...on cassette tapes! Still have them, including the local radio commercials. An awesome program.
It sounded like the recording was skipping at points. Was that something with this recording, or was it something with my computer? That said, I love the Doors, and grew up listening to them back in 67'',68', and ever since. Over the last couple of months, I have come back around to digging the Doors again. Not that I ever stopped digging them, it just seems like the music I really love from those days comes around, and goes around in cycles. So, here I am again, sitting before the Master poet, like a child being inspired, and finding myself in awe of this person-Band, and musical journey! Everyone as the Doors suggested in their tune-"Break on through to the other side,!!" because this side can be a real drag at times, and all of us need to take a journey inward, or if you prefer, take a journey to Paris! Peace........
no, the recording was mint at the time. I have one I recorded on tape back then off the local fm channel. no skips.
I have the complete original box set for this and there are no skips or anything in the original vinyl.
I've heard the original vinyl can sell for up to $400. Good for you.
I got it for about $50 at a record store about 20 years ago. Got really lucky.
Jim was Jim.
The parallels between Jim Morrison and Jack Kerouac and their reluctant acceptance of (well deserved) fame are undeniable. Both were incredible wordsmiths…both were essentially introverted with a personal vision of being poets, yet thrust upon a voracious and expectant audience while being unable to want or deal with such an enormous spotlight. I find both their stories very sad 😢
"Wife Pamela" .."Father-in Law"...Jim was always single, he never married Pam, she was his steady girlfriend, not his wife..
No he did not marry Pamela.
+jacky pattersont technically that is true but they were considered common-law spouses which is why control of Jim's estate was split between the Morrison family and the Courson family after Pam's death. Jim's will left everything to Pam and she was single at death so her parents got control of Jim's estate, which the Morrison's did not like (and rightfully so).
I see u know some of the Doors history
Also the other Doors tried 2 sue Pamela 4 25 grand in loans Jim had gotten while in Paris. .Other than that they had no contact with her. She was blamed 4 everything
Mos. I am aware of all that...
tx. Meager food 4 souls 4 got
First time he performed in front of a crowd, he performed with his back to the crowd, he was so shy, bless him
It’s SOOO HARD to believe that, omg!!!!!
don't believe the movie
He still had a lovely 😍 arse or ass as Americans say. 😅
That first photo of him where hes young and chubby looks EXACTLY like his older self, its crazy. His face didnt change at all. Love Jim!
I really think Jim never cared about money, that in itself is a rarity,
Jim was an exceptionally good looking guy there's only one Morrison.
There is only one you there is only one me ect.
@@paulcooper5748 people really say the dumbest thing and stay alive. Never fails to amaze me!
@@paulcooper5748 you sound so insecure but truly narcissistic
@@paulcooper5748actually there’s Jim Morrison and then there’s JIMBO 🤩
Lol very true i know what your saying@@robert.m4676
Handsome man and talented. Beautiful soul. Amazing person. Wish you was here Jim. R.I.P. ❤
I agree, no band was better. Absolutely amazing!
ed remillard they were the best!!!!!
It’s 2023 and the music still sounds fresh does not sound like old 60’s music.
From the day I first heard the Doors my Brain was changed forever I entered another world suddenly everything around me just stopped nothing mattered anymore
Awesome description
Went to Pere La Chaise and suddenly the emotion came pouring up within me being near Jim....so moving. Was glad I went to see him....he's kind of near the entrance, not far. RIP ole buddy.
i went in September last year. i was there alone at 8:30am. I listen to a couple of Doors songs on my headphones and had my own little concert. the cemetery is absolutely haunting early in the morning.
Cool
Jim is like a a god 2 me. Iv got the doors. Tattooed. On my stomache
Take a journey to the bright midnight…..
I went to his grave in the winter of 1971.
A few dead flowers and lots of graffiti.
One empty coke bottle seemed strangely at home.
RIP
I went in January 2019. I was in Paris for my older sister’s funeral. I had a few days to walk around and decided to go to Père Lachaise (so many times in Paris and had never gone.) Anyway, it was grey and rainy and cold. I got there late and walked around, and finally found his grave. Just as I found it, the clouds broke open and the sun burst through. Everything glistened from the rain. Magical. I’ll never forget that moment.
Greatest band to walk the earth.
Amen brother!
Lizard King Central 1. The Doors 2. Led Zeppelin
NOT ! Only one more !
Without a doubt! For better or worse, nobody did it better either way.
Really created what became goth rock may be the first and thank you Jim never sold out
I was very little when he died. I listen to his music. It will live forever.
The lizard king ! The legendary genius! 🦎👑 Your greatly missed!
While in Paris,after L.A WOMAN album hit the stores,Jim called Densmore asked how was the album selling,JIM was excited and said he wanted to tour to support the album and sing those songs live,he was gona come back
The doors was without a doubt a rock group that there presentation as erotica politicians was in no way shape or for bull shit. Thank you morrison for shaping my mind, you were sent to making us believe and know that society in a whole streams in one big mind fuck bouncin bob
Also jim mentioned getting that bass player they had help record on LA woman. join them
On the live tours
My inspiration for putting pen to paper and trying poetry, rid my head of darkness , torment and torture , love, drugs and romance. Thank you Jim Morrison for all you did and all you do forevermore . peace and love .
Same with me! How did ur poetry come out?💕
@@intoxicatingmooneyes9150
just go play in traffic you fuck up
He was a creater and a demonstrater. He was not afraid to show himself in any form😊
Jim Morrison was one of those extreme few people who were able to turn poetic talent, into music and song. Have always been a fan of the Doors since late 60's. When I had read about Jim's death in July 1971, it floored me . . . but did not surprise me.
Why were you NOT surprised? Jim didn't die in Paris. The "kid" did. The Rockstar was given a Rockstar death ending. The contract was fulfilled. Jim shed his skin , and walked on down the hall. There's probably been thousands of people who have spoken, seen, sat by,etc Jim since and never knew.
@@MrSwitchblade327 yup, he filled his obligations and just like Kurt did his part. Do you know the significance of a leading influence just dying and it overwhelming damage it does to a teenagers brain. It opens you up to more destruction
Jim was on a different plane than most of us..most geniuses are...The Doors changed society...helped break away The Generatin Gap..(ugh)...and gave relief to our guys in Vietnam
Jim 4ever. Great poetry.
These photos play out like art. They capture so much, just amazing.
One of the best on jim and the doors I’ve ever seen thanks life long fan .since I was around 11 in 1971 I’m 61 now .rip jim .but your words will stay with us a very long time .you got your wish .
I'll never forget the moment I first heard about the Doors. I was in 8th grade and getting into the rock music scene. My special ed teacher (I'm deaf) caught on and suggested I try some bands she's listened to for decades. It wasn't "cool" to borrow CDs from teachers, but who cares? She loaned me their Greatest Hits collection with Jim's face on the cover. I still remember seeing that prominent square jaw above his beady necklace. And those curly locks. And Jim's piercing eyes. I got the impression he was a spiritual leader of a hippie rock band. Truth is, Jim was anything but a leader. If you watch his interviews, he was always somewhere else mentally. I didn't fall in love with the Doors right away because I didn't give them a chance. 15 years later, I finally did. Now that I look back, I have to laugh. It's almost like my teacher *knew* I would get into these guys. Jim reminds me of myself. I feel like I exist in an entirely different realm and can only express it with words. Thank you Ms. Nisbet for introducing me to the Doors. You helped me find and understand myself.
The Doors movie should have portrayed him as a sensitive, humorous, caring, and gentle poet!
I was the only 5 year old i know of who begged his mother to play doors records when I was growing up in the 80s. My parent's friends couldn't believe a little kid was so interested in the band that they grew up with.
I started listening to the Doors.
When I was a young boy.
Living in the NYC area.Where rock was king.
I am 64 now.
Still listen to their outstanding music!
I think the three musicians played very well together and Morrison seems to have created the theatricality of what a front man was and how immaculate he seemed. I love how masculine, intelligent, but free spirited the guy was, he lived through his own perception of life and didn’t seem to fit in with the rest
Masculine is what I have always thought about Jim and yes very intelligent unlike most white guy..Jim Morrison is it..Sorry but that's me feeling..
Yeah fucked up because I really believed Oliver Stone's movie which is mostly fiction, so Jim was portrayed like a mad man.i did hang out with Robby Krieger and what a sweet man.
@@ThePVTProductions yea.. I actually met Oliver Stone briefly in LA for his doors movie pre-release party in a Club at the corner of Sunset Blvd and he was a nasty, mean SOAB! Ppl were clearly scared of him and his dark rathe! He was definitely pissed about some of the chaos going on. Yea.. not a great first impression.. I ran away, like most of us guests did. Very Weird 😳
Jim Morrison hated being frontman and was incredibly shy during the whiskey go go performances early in their careers as a stand alone band ...it was an eureka moment for Jim when he saw Van Morrison perform, he befriended and imitated Vans stage theathrics (with Vans blessings) and thus the Lizard Kings stage presence was born ...this was when Pam and he were living in Laurel Canyon and he wrote 'people are strange' in one afternoon jjust up the rd from Cass Elliots house at a vista of Downtown LA off Lookout Mountain View
🎉
Hands down the best documentary on Morrison and The Doors journey.
And I’m only 5 minutes in… wow 😯
I’m only 20 minutes in and it’s like the book No One Here Gets Out Alive which I read in one sitting. I could listen to this from beginning to end right now.
I find it ironic most of the tunes played in the background were written by ROBBIE KRIEGER MORRISON WAS A GREAT POET BUT SO WAS RK and it seems he was never really giving the credit he deserves
The Absolutely live album was a masterpiece, nothing can touch it, ❤
who cares how he died or what ever he died from the point is the wold lost a remarkable intelligent person and poet and a unique human being
+the EQUATION there are a lot of very intelligent people in the world and all tho they can see faults in others and laugh they are blind to their own faults and insecurities his slow decay is noticeable in the photos taken of him i'm sure people tried to help him but if they don't want to be helped cause they are blind to the fact then you cant help and at that point you cant save a man from him self i will stand by what i said 5 months ago he was a good person intelligent and unique it wasn't art that killed him it was 27 young feeling bulletproof and perhaps arrogance but at end of the day his attitude its tragic and a waste but that's how it is
im not jealous and i never said anything against him you miss read what i said cause your a total piece human excrement looking to abuse people cause you have nothing better to do so take you manic thoughts take your meds and most of all take a hike
AMEN PETER!!!!
+KITTYKISSIS WHITE RACE NUMBER ONE GERMAN AMERICAN good to know your off your meds just go check your self into a padded cell and you'll be back in reality in no time
+the EQUATION His talent as a musician lies in his songwriting and vocals, which were unique. Not a lot of people would disagree. He could rock out and mellow down to suit his hypnotic ballads and his lyrics were relatable to many among the masses. But as a band, the doors were fresh in their sound. If you're going to discredit every band that borrows, then you should add more to your list including, probably all of the greats. Was he a junkie that wasted his talent and potential years to come? Definitely. Is that an objective reason to diss him out as a "musician"? Not at all. I'm not into glorifying a person based on hype, but let's give credit where it's due.
I think Jim was very loyal to his band mates.
no why
He was actually. Split royalties 4 ways from the start.
@@PaoloLery and very few musicians do that Jim was one of a kind of star
There will Never be Another Like Him. He had such a VOICE!
I've watched this before in it's entirety, so last night I put it on the big screen with the volume off and cranked up my old school stereo playing a stack Doors CD's. It was great!
Ray is one of the best raconteurs I've ever heard. I can listen to him talk about anything. His background stories about how certain songs came together are poetry in themselves. Oh... and not a bad keyboardist.
If Ray could have lived long enough to have his own podcast!!! Very unique phrasing coupled with that LA rock voice. He was every bit as important to the Doors as Morrison.. and Jim knew that from the day they met.
@@TheFunkybert You and Me, brother.Over the decades as we heard m,ore bootlegs and live recordings, I gained tremendous respect for John and Robbie and their ability to back Jim doing so much spoken word, Hard to fill and follow. But it seemed like Ray just had a special intuition of where to9 go and what to do. One undeniable fact: each one of those guys needed the other three.
The Doors definitely had 2 distinct musical styles. The Blues Boogie, and the weird, dark depressing Heavy Psyche Bad LSD trip songs, as well as the occasional Pop songs like Hello I Love You. Personally I only like the weird songs like the End , but with Riders On the Storm they succeeded in combining the different types of music in a simple arrangement with sparse lyrics. A song like that was quite an achievement
I love The Doors. They have been one of my favorite bands forever.
This is a great documentary retrospective on the Doors and Jim Morrison’s entire career. An Insightful and interesting look at what is probably America’s best band!
Jim just knew how much his art would affect us so deeply and for so long. i bet for generations to come.
Hey Positive Buoyancy, There are so many + aspects to prepare for boatbuilding in Flowida. ‘ boat prep. long before “ they got the guns, we’ve got the numbers…
gonna win ( ? ) takin’ over “ . ‘ Chrystal Ship ‘. & ‘Horse Latitudes’. pulls me out of the oil quagmire, to help ‘ Light me Fier ‘. ‘Lizard King, ( ? ) can do anything’ really practical when working on traditional Ronett music boat or ‘Wooden Ship’ off Jefferson A.plane’s Volunteer Album. Darius and others trying to control their Persian siblings from overrunning with Czar’s glue and tar ? Indian Summer , see you off the trail where quiet can be following EPA Clean Air Act
RIP JIM. Thanks for the music.
The Doors opened my eyes. Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger & John Densmore... Thank you isn't even close to what I owe you guys. RIP Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek. Thanks for the upload.
I didn’t learn until recently that The Doors were The Whiskey’s house band. 🎸
What made Jim was his ability to be a dual threat! He had a great voice but his screams were otherworldly as well!!!!
TwoFace...
Jim Morrison is a poetic singer, is manly mystify voice is haunting . His music fits his voice perfectly .it resonates . The Doors The poet band.
A one of kind band. Jim Morrison is the foundation of the band, without the foundation , everything falls apart, Ray is absolutely right
(21:20) At first you think Ray is infatuated with Jim, but you listen to Ray tell that story and how he felt. That is just fucking pure magic. The way he knew right off the bat they were gonna be stars. Like he's totally giving Jim credit, what a great homage. Ray was one great, just amazing freak of nature. The way he can split his brain into playing the organ like a king, owns the song, another part of his brain fucking replaces the bass player, and many times, he took another part of his brain and he would sing the whole song when Jim would faint, or not show up. How great that the Doors, such a group, wouldn't just cut the show if Jim wasn't there, they still got their show. I think the Manzarek show wasn't a let down, but a bonus.
Well put. Don't forget robbie on the slide
Yes my best friend hung out with him and wrote songs. He shared stories about Jim and his red corvette. Too much alcohol and the pace was too fast. Now they are all deceased . I am left with vivid memories of those times in this country, and the vibe was cosmic. The music couldn’t have been better, each group had a distinctive signature sound. Oh well fond memories.
He never had a red corvette. He a blue mustang Shelby GT Cobra which he named the blue lady. Your friend wrote songs with Jim Morrison? Sure he did . Let me guess he helped Jim write Doors lyrics but didn't want any credit which is why we never heard of him ..The red corvette is the dead giveaway that your friend is full of shit .
John and robbie are still alive
RIP genius Jim Morrison.
a poet... that CAN sing
My first four albums were:
Born On the Bayou- Creedence Clearwater
Santana I
Rubbersoul- the Beatles
The Doors 🚪
What a beginning to listen to music at 13 years old (!)
Those were the days!
TRUE TO HIS OWN SPIRIT
Listening to him in interviews is an intellectual delight
It is! Listening to his opinions about things in this setting and not just a singer on stage or in the studio is the best!
In 1965 it was always Jim Morrison of The Doors that made from 1965 67 and 69 Morrison the doors what they were legendary the sound of his music was perfect it was all psychedelic flower power i it was the 1960s Jim Morrison will be remembered forever from the Doors🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😮😮😮😮😅😅😅😅😅😅❤❤❤❤❤
I saw them live at the Whiskey A Go Go in 1967, pretty early in their career. Jim was absolutely mesmerizing but I liked how Ray seemed to keep everything together. I was 16 years old and wanted to be just like Jim. What a show. Our paths kept crossing in the later 60s but then Jim died and that was the end of that. This presentation is pretty good. A lot of photography I've never seen before. Was that done by Ms. ShipofFools? I wonder. Anyhow, this gives you a little idea of how hypnotic Jim could be. I went and saw Robbie Krieger's show when he was in town performing with his son. They rocked the place out doing some Frank Zappa stuff and some Doors numbers. I like when he was doing "Wild Child" and at the end he says, "Do you remember when we were back in Africa?" Cool, Jim and the band wherever you are.
Fantastic post
They got fired in the Summer of 1966.
@@sr2291 The Doors play several times at the whisky a go go in 1967 .
He struck me as a great poet/writer among the greats (Ferlangette, TS Elliot, Kafka....) from the first time I heard him about age12......shy and afraid of many things; Light My Fire turned on the Dancer in me, fully grasping my inner tribal..... A dangling fuse of a trance is a close metaphor.
I don't blame Jim for being irate about the other doors selling out at the start of their careers. The betrayal must have been heartbreaking to him. It definitely separates him from them as far as Artistic integrity goes.
All successful artists are sell outs. Why else would you do photo shoots and promoting yourself on tv and radio? It's to sell albums and make money, otherwise you would be content to be a bar band in Podunk Alabama if it's only about the art.
His creations were creations he breathed life into. Souls that developed and songs that may beget other songs. Selling out is a shallow way of making fun of it all, and losing the song to an undignified cheap catch phrase. Mocking the work that went into it.
That is why Jim is so awesome, he has always had integrity and loyalty, very rear in rhis world.
He always had all the songs labeled as the DOORS, much 😅 respect
MAGNIFICENT CREATURE ❤️. I lived in Melbourne Fl from the late 50's until the early 70's , to bad as far as I know they never built any kind of memorial tribute to him a statue or name a park or beach or something maybe a MORRISON HOLTEL ?
She won't waste time on elementary talk. Jim was sooo handsome && intelligent 😍
Very well done, includes many unfamiliar photographs and poetry bits. When I visit the Jim Morrison fan groups, I discover over and over again that Jim is perceived as a hero who partied nonstop, and whose goal was to get his kicks today. Not so; he was a serious and accomplished artist. He wrote extraordinary songs, and the quality of his lyrics are unsurpassed. He was a hard working poet, whose work was dismissed as sophomoric self-indulgence for too many years, when in fact it was beautiful and exceptional. A fine tribute..
Very well put.
I saw Jim Morrison and the Doors, live, at the University of Michigan, on Oct. 20th, 1967,at our (Letterman Winners) Homecoming "dance ". I am in the process of making a documented summary of, what I saw, which went from a disastrous concert, to the most hypnotic and mesmerizing and theatrical event that one could ever imagine...and it's true... you will be amazed. My final take on The Doors live is," You don't see a Doors concert, you FEEL it"! ❤🎉
I first heard this on KLOS 95.5 in Los Angeles when I was just a kid in elementary school in the early 80's. I recorded it on cassette and lost the tapes years ago. Thanks for posting this. It brought back so many memories. I still have the book "An Hour For Magic".
I have the book. Never heard or knew about this special.
I was 11 years old 1967 praying for the soldiers to come home and the war to stop the 1968 the death of Robert f Kennedy is this changed my heart forever for America I I was 11 years old 1969 my cousin's I instantly was drawn to Jim Morrison's poetry and magic that came out of the albums when he sang and the band played being 11 years old Jim Morrison change my path in life for the better I was a shy timid girl I did not drink I did not do drugs and it stayed like that for all my life poetry was magic and my high.
I really like Jim Morrison Too bad he went so young a handsome man full of charisma may his memory be blessed ❤️💘💘💯🎸🌹🙏😢