The Doors Lyrics

When it comes to music lyrics, at first place comes The Doors. This is the famous and influential 1960’s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.

An interesting review about Doors lyrics titled JMo fans light my fire answers the question:

“Which Doors song lights your fire and why?”

The people who shared their stories reveal what makes them passioned about their favorite Doors song.

The origins of The Doors begins with meeting between the film students Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek in July 1965. At this time Morrison enjoys writing songs and at Manzarek’s encouragement sang “Moonlight Drive“. Impressed by Morrison’s lyrics, Manzarek suggested they form a band.

Line Up - according to wikipedia

1965-1971

• Jim Morrison - lead vocals
• Robby Krieger - guitar, vocals
• Ray Manzarek - keyboards, keyboard bass, vocals
• John Densmore - drums, percussion

1971-1973

• Robby Krieger - guitar, vocals
• Ray Manzarek - keyboards, keyboard bass, vocals
• John Densmore - drums, percussion

Current line-up — “Riders on the Storm”

• Brett Scallions - lead vocals, guitar (formerly of Fuel)
• Robby Krieger - guitar
• Ray Manzarek - keyboards, backing vocals
• Ty Dennis - drums, percussion
• Phil Chen - bass guitar

Former Members — “Riders on the Storm”

• Ian Astbury - vocals, harmonica
• Angelo Barbera - bass guitar
• Stewart Copeland - drums, percussion

John Densmore is not a member of the current “Doors” band, entitled “Riders on the Storm“. Ironically, his latest biography was entitled the same. He has been awarded an injunction against the band using the name, “The Doors.” Furthermore, he has refused to participate in any band activities or functions.

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