Prior News & Reviews
November 2003
November 30, 2003 another re-run of Robby on Married With Children
Robby appeared on TV's "Married With Children" back in 1992. The episode is entitled 'Rock Of Ages' and includes other 60's rockers Spencer Davis, John Sebastian, Richie Havens, Peter Noone, and Mark Lindsay. The storyline is that Al Bundy won a contest to sell the most shoes to win a trip to Hawaii. During the last ten minutes of the show, the Bundy clan encounter Robby and the others in an airport lounge. Robby has both a speaking part and a singing part!!!! This show is being re-run on L.A.'s Channel 11 on Tuesday, December 9 at midnight (west coast time). Check local listings. A MUST-SEE for Robby fans.
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November 29, 2003 Jim Morrison radio special from Westwood One
"Remembering The Lizard King" is a one-hour radio special from Westwood One's VH1 Radio Network that will be broadcast the weekend of December 5-8, 2003 in honor of Jim's 60th birthday. The special will include an exclusive performance by the band. The full press release is posted on http://www.raymanzarek.com/D21CPress33.html (thanks, Dave)
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November 28, 2003 fan memories from Paris, July 2001
Ray Manzarek and Danny Sugerman visited Paris in July 2001 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Jim's death. While there, they held a press conference at a small club in Paris, and rare video footage was shown. A fan from the UK who was there has sent me a link to the photos he took that day, to share on this site. go here (thanks, Adrian)
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November 27, 2003 Classic Rock Magazine, November 2003 issue
The Doors are included in a story called "Trippin' The Light Fantastic" in the November 2003 issue of Classic Rock Magazine. read it
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November 26, 2003 Ray Manzarek to appear at McCabes <> Robby subject of "Dear Guitar Hero"
Ray Manzarek returns to McCabes Guitar Shop in Santa Monica, California on Friday, January 23, 2004 for an evening of spoken word and music. This is an intimate venue with a general admission.seating capacity of 150. Ray has appeared here many times. These appearances become 'interactive' with Ray taking questions from the audience, taking musical requests, etc. Tickets go on sale on Monday, January 5th, and will be a quick sell-out. (thanks, George)
Robby Krieger is the featured guitarist in the "Dear Guitar Hero" page of the newest Guitar World Magazine, January 2004 issue (cover: Blink 182). The feature on page 46 has a vintage photo of Robby, with the header: "He was Jim Morrison's right-hand man and wrote "Light My Fire," but what Guitar World readers really want to know is ..." To see the 9 questions, go here For the answers to those questions, buy the January 2004 issue of Guitar World, or else check back in a month after the February 2004 issue replaces this one on the newsstands.
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November 24, 2003 Frank Lisciandro exhibit
Frank Lisciandro's exhibition of his rock photography collection is currently on display in Hudson, Quebec, Canada. A great write-up about Frank's career appeared in today's Montreal Gazette. read it (thanks, Dave)
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November 22, 2003 Ethan Russell photography exhibit ongoing in San Francisco <> currency conversion charts for Euros and GBP
Ethan Russell's rock photography, including subjects such as Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin and Led Zeppelin, is on display currently at the San Francisco Art Exchange at 458 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA (415) 441-8840 visit Ethan's website at: www.ethanrussell.com (thanks, Beverly)
US Dollars to Euros and/or GB Pounds - currency conversion charts for those of us traveling to the Europe and UK shows, can be accessed through the following links. The conversions were based on rates available as of last Sunday. To use, print out and fold in half -- laminate or cover with clear plastic tape to keep clean and dry. (I suggest making multiple copies for handy access in all pockets & purses.) $ to Euros $ to £ GBP
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November 21, 2003 Temples of Rock show times <> correction to Rollng Stone's list reported yesterday <> Christie's auction included a Morrison door
As previously reported, Ray Manzarek is the host of a 2-hour special on Travel Channel that premieres on November 30th. According to TiVo, west coast broadcast times are 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and again from 9:00 - 11:00 p.m. East coast broadcast times are 9:00 - 11:00pm, and then re-run at midnight to 2:00 am on December 1st.
L.A. Woman made the Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums list at #362. I missed that one when I quickly read the list yesterday morning, as well as X's 'Los Angeles.' These corrections are reflected in yesterday's news item, below. (thanks, Chris)
A door that used to hang in a Jim Morrison house was on the block at Christie's Auction in New York City this weekend, along with many other unusual and valuable rock & roll items. The door did not sell. (thanks, Beverly) read it
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November 20, 2003 The Doors make Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums list <> alternative ordering method for "Boot Yer Butt"
The Doors at #42, L. A. Woman at #362, and Strange Days at #407, are the results of Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Albums Of All Time" list according to their Special Collectors Issue. The Ray Manzarek-produced "Los Angeles" by X also made the list, at #286. To see all the results, go here
"Boot Yer Butt" -- the 4-CD box -- was scheduled to be released today. This was supposed to be able to be ordered on-line through this link, but the order function on the site has not been functioning properly. Each time I've gone to the site, the order info from the last person who placed an order was still on the screen. Scary! I called their toll-free number at (800) 993-6344 and placed my order over the phone. I was told that it was on backorder (already?) and will ship on November 26th. I mentioned the site problem to the girl taking my order; she told me that they were having problems with the on-line order form function on the site, and that they were aware of the problem and working to get it resolved. She agreed that ordering by phone was more secure than using their on-line ordering function, for now. Please note: their site indicates that orders over $50. get shipped free (standard shipping), which automatically qualifies this box for free shipping.
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November 19, 2003 John appeared last month at a conference
John Densmore appeared on October 18th in San Rafael, California at Bioneers Conference, a 3-day annual gathering of visionaries with practical solutions for restoring the earth. John's program on Saturday afternoon traced his journey from playing drums with The Doors to getting arrested protesting logging of old growth forests. He was joined by singer / songwriter Holly Near, and motion pictures producer Paula Silver.
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November 18, 2003 Ray interview in upcoming UK paper
Ray Manzarek's interview at a D21C show on topics of The Doors & D21C, as well as comments from fans, will be a feature article in the UK's 'Sunday Express' paper, color supplement section, on Sunday, November 30. The entire interview will be reprinted here later. (thanks, Alex)
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November 17, 2003 purchase link for Boot Yer Butt
'Boot Yer Butt' will be released later this week, on November 20th. It can be pre-ordered through the Rhino Handmade / Collectors Choice Music site. For the details and ordering link, go here (thanks, Lord)
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November 16, 2003 John was interviewed by Drummerworld
John Densmore was interviewed by Drummerworld in 1995 as he toured his one-man "Riders On The Storm" show. This is that archived interview. There are alot of photos, so if the page loads too slowly, then use the link at the top of the page. go here
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November 15, 2003 Ian interview excerpt <> Ray to do radio to promote Travel Channel special
Ian Astbury was interviewed on UK Channel 4 recently. This was posted on The Doors Message board and on the D21C message board. Read it (thanks, Daphne)
Ray Manzarek will do a radio interview on "The Glen Jones Show" between 7:00-8:00 p.m. on WFMU 91.1FM in New York & New Jersey, and 90.1 FM in New York's Hudson Valley. It will be streamed live at www.wfmu.org and immediately following the broadcast, will be archived at www.wfmu.org/jonesville Ray will be discussing the Travel Channel's "Temples Of Rock" show (see November 30th calendar event) and other subjects. There will be additional radio appearances scheduled. (thanks, Dave and Carlo)
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November 12, 2003 Ray is host of upcoming "Temples Of Rock" <> "Boot Yer Butt" artwork
Ray is the host of a 2-hour special on Travel Channel that premieres on November 30th. The show visits some of rock and roll's most important performing and recording sites. A program highlight is a 4-minute monologue by Ray performed on the stage of the Whisky a Go Go, set to "The End" in which he recounts the infamous tale of The Doors' final performance there. To read the entire press release and other details about this exciting show, go here
"Boot Yer Butt" -- the 4-CD set of Doors bootlegs scheduled for release on November 20, has unique artwork based on a cartoon concept created by Robby Krieger. To see the artwork and the track listings, follow this link to www.raymanzarek.com (thanks, Dave)
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November 11, 2003 Robby on selling their music for ads
Robby continues to maintain The Doors music integrity in resisting millions of dollars in offers for the use of Doors music in advertising. (thanks, Beverly) go here
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November 7, 2003 The Cure cover The Doors <> Myth & Reality being re-released <> Echo, et al cover Soul Kitchen
The Cure recorded three different versions of 'Hello, I Love You' on a forthcoming 4-CD box set. "Join The Dots: B-sides and Rarities, 1979-2001 (The Fiction Years) will be released on January 13. Disc 2 contains the "Slight Return Mix" (10 seconds); "Psychedelic Mix," and the third version, which can be also be found on Elektra's 40th anniversary "Rubaiyat" box set. This info comes from ICE, December 2003 issue (cover: Offspring).
Ray Manzarek's "Myth & Reality" 2-CD is listed for re-issue from Fuel 2000 on November 25, according to ICE, December 2003 issue (cover: Offspring) 'From The Vaults' section.
"Soul Kitchen" covered by Echo & The Bunnymen is one of the previously unreleased tracks included on the digitally remastered "Echo & The Bunnymen" CD
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November 5, 2003 Mastermind Grand Final quiz answers <> Boot Yer Butt release date <> Frank Lisciandro gallery showings
The correct answers for the Jim Morrison "specialist subject" on BBC Two's "Mastermind" Grand Final 2003 have been provided. To see the test without the answers, go here. To see those questions with the show's answers provided, go here (thanks, Alex)
"Boot Yer Butt," the 4-CD box set of Doors bootleg recordings which has been a Robby Krieger project for several years, is expected to be released on Thursday, November 20 via both Bright Midnight/Rhino Handmade, and retail in stores. More information will be available very shortly through www.raymanzarek.com, and will be linked from here as well. (thanks, Dave)
Reminder: Frank Lisciandro's gallery opening at Photographic Image Gallery in Portland begins tomorrow evening with an artist's reception from 6pm to 9pm. There is another exhibition now scheduled for Hudson, Quebec, Canada from November 22 through January 15, 2004, with artist's reception on Saturday, November 22nd at 6pm. Frank wants to extend his best wishes to everyone as we approach what would have been Jim's 60th birthday, and hopes that many of you will be able to attend one of the exhibitions: the images may surprise you! Here are links to the event invitations: Portland, Oregon and Hudson, Quebec, Canada (thanks, Frank)
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November 6, 2003 re-run of Robby on 'Married With Children' <> Rolling Stone Readers Poll <> setlist for 'Boot Yer Butt' <> album covers that never were <> set list grid updated <> Houston show review <> George Winston interview
Robby appeared on TV's "Married With Children" back in 1992. The episode is entitled 'Rock Of Ages' and includes other 60's rockers Spencer Davis, John Sebastian, Richie Havens, Peter Noone, and Mark Lindsay. The storyline is that Al Bundy won a contest to sell the most shoes to win a trip to Hawaii. During the last ten minutes of the show, the Bundy clan encounter Robby and the others in an airport lounge. Robby has both a speaking part and a singing part!!!! This show is being re-run on FX Channel on Monday, November 17 at 3:00 p.m. Check local listings. A MUST-SEE for Robby fans.
Rolling Stone Readers Poll 2003 is underway, allowing voting for many categories. This is our chance to be heard and honor our band in categories such as 'Best Band,' 'Best Tour' and 'Most Welcome Comeback' ... not to mention, 'Best On-line Fan Site' (suggestion: www.idafan.com) :=) Voting ends December 23rd, and poll results will be announced in RS 941, on sale January 16th, 2004. Big thanks to Dave at www.raymanzarek.com for the link to the poll.
The setlist for the 4-CD "Boot Yer Butt" forthcoming release is posted on www.raymanzarek.com (thanks, Dave)
The Greatest Album Covers That Never Were are on display through November 15th at Track 16 Gallery in Santa Monica, California. 100 visual artists created imaginary album covers for their favorite recording artists in this show curated by music archivist Michael Ochs and artist Craig Butler. A display of 50 were first shown at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, where I saw it in June of this year. The display included a Doors album cover, which was inspired by the Rolling Stones' "Sticky Fingers" album cover: a finger sticking out of the button-fly front of jeans. The concept was by Gary Burden and Jenice Heo, and photographed by Henry Diltz. Some locals have been added for this L.A. show. For info call (310) 264-4678.
Set List grid has been updated to include Atlanta and Houston shows go here (thanks, Beverly)
My review / summary of the Houston show is completed and uploaded. go here
George Winston discussed The Doors influence in a recent interview in Everett, Washington's HeraldNet.com go here (thanks, Beverly)
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November 4, 2003 Mastermind Grand Final - questions <> link to CNN photo
BBC Two's "Mastermind" Grand Final 2003 competition is over. Finalist Darren Martin, who chose Jim Morrison as his "specialist subject" answered all of those questions correctly, but lost on the next round. Special thanks to Alex Patton who first notified me about this show, and who recorded all the questions precisely as asked so we can all test ourselves. The program sounds like the grand-daddy of USA's "Millionaire" program. To see the questions and Alex's background on the show, please go here (thanks, Alex)
To see a photo of The Doors of the 21st Century during their appearance on CNN's Headline News on October 24, follow this link to Ray Manzarek's new website at www.raymanzarek.com (thanks, Dave)
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November 3, 2003 The Doors incense
Spencer's Gifts stores are carrying incense packs with Jim pictured on the front, and a photo of all four of The Doors on the back of the pack. The packaging indicates 2002 Doors Music Company (so it's official merchandise), under license by Signatures Network. This "variety pack" of 24 sticks contains the following scents: Waiting For The Sun, Riders On The Storm, and People Are Strange. (thanks, Daphne)
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November 2, 2003 guide for French tomb tourists <> ticket info for Benidorm Bullring, Spain <> AZ Diamondbacks won World Series the night Robby played Scottsdale
Jim Morrison's original headstone is used in a CNN.com/Travel story about the latest "Guide To Celebrity Tombstones" which covers where 7,000 celebrities from all genres are buried in France. go here (thanks, Steve C.)
The Doors of the 21st Century open their European tour with a show at Benidorm Bullring in Benidorm, Spain on December 4th. Show info has been provided by a fan there. For more info about getting tickets for that show and a photo of the Spanish ad, go here (thanks, Borja)
Robby Krieger Band used to play Anderson's Fifth Estate in Scottsdale when they toured --- before he got busy with D21C. I saw what may have been the last RKB show there in October 2002, but here is a brief story and some photo links from Robby's show there in November 2001. Apparently the Diamondbacks won the World Series the same night as Robby's show. go here (thanks, Gary)
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November 1, 2003 BBC's "Mastermind" grand final
The Life and Music of Jim Morrison is the "specialist subject" of a finalist contestant in BBC Two's Mastermind Grand Final 2003. The suspense ends on Monday, November 3rd. I can't watch the show from here, but Alex will let us know how it turns out. I'm cheering for Darren Martin!! http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2003/10_october/28/mm_final.shtml (thanks, Alex)
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