the doors

Ray Manzarek had his own version of how the Doors' classic song was written.

Guitarist tells of friction over third album as success led to boredom and bad influences in 1968.

Just like the band's first two albums, their third is getting expanded for its golden anniversary.

The unusually shaped house was later owned by Fred Durst, but don't let that stop you from looking at the pictures.

Gary Burden's album artwork helped define the images of the California singer-songwriter scene of the '70s.

The Doors released a video of “Light My Fire” performed at the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970, highlighting upcoming live album release.

More than 50 years after their debut LP, the Doors remain one of the most intriguing, distinct and powerful bands to ever roam the earth.

Here are 5 classic songs that turn 50 years old this year

It was a clash of mainstream culture vs. the counterculture.

I'm really loving these Mash-Ups! Who knew all these songs would fit together? Today we have The Doors with special guest Michael Jackson. Here's "Billie Jean on the Storm"

Judging from the reaction of Rock fans and musicians alike, Ray Mansarek was a much liked, much respected musician. One musician in particular, John Densmore, the Doors drummer, was very moved despite the erstwhile feuding between the surviving members over the past few years.

Ray Manzarek, founding member and keyboardist for the Doors, died today (May 20) at age 74 after a long battle with bile duct cancer.