John Densmore

John Densmore

Born: December 1, 1944
in Santa Monica, California, USA
John Paul Densmore (born December 1, 1944) is an American musician and songwriter. He is best known as the drummer of the rock group The Doors.

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Title: La Californie !
Character: Self - Drummer (The Doors)
Released: August 1, 2023
Type: TV
From the 1950s to the present day, from Los Angeles to San Francisco via Berkeley University or Silicon Valley, this three-part documentary series unfolds the recent history of California, which is revolutionizing the world by its way of life and its incredible capacity for innovation.
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Let There Be Drums!
Title: Let There Be Drums!
Character: Self
Released: October 28, 2022
Type: Movie
Through conversations with the world's greatest drummers, director Justin Kreutzmann explores the importance of music in bringing people together.
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Jim Morrison: The End
Title: Jim Morrison: The End
Character: Self - The Doors Drummer (archive footage)
Released: July 2, 2021
Type: Movie
Paris, Rue Beautreillis, July 3, 1971. The corpse of rock star Jim Morrison is found in a bathtub, in the apartment of his girlfriend Pamela Courson. The chronicle of the last months of the life of the poet, singer and charismatic leader of the American band The Doors, one of the most influential in the history of rock.
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The Doors: Break On Thru - A Celebration Of Ray Manzarek
Title: The Doors: Break On Thru - A Celebration Of Ray Manzarek
Released: February 12, 2020
Type: Movie
A hybrid concert and documentary capturing a 2016 performance in Los Angeles, CA by surviving Doors members John Densmore and Robby Krieger to honor fellow Doors member Ray Manzarek on what would have been his birthday on February 12th. The film also includes rare archival footage of the band, conversations with Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek, and esteemed music journalist Ben Fong-Torres, as well as new interviews with John and Robby. Proceeds from the LA concert were donated to Stand Up for Cancer as selected by Ray Manzarek.
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The Doors - Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970
Title: The Doors - Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970
Character: Himself (archive footage)
Released: February 23, 2018
Type: Movie
Filmed on August 1970, 2AM, in front of 600,000 people, with Jim Morrison’s ongoing Miami obscenity trial still weighing heavily on the band, they traverse such staples as “Roadhouse Blues”, “Break On Through (To The Other Side)”, and “Light My Fire”.
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The Best Of The Doors
Title: The Best Of The Doors
Released: September 15, 2017
Type: Movie
The Blu-ray disc that accompanies the expanded version of THE SINGLES features a high-resolution Quadraphonic mix of The Best Of The Doors. This 11-song compilation, available on Blu-ray for the first time, was remixed specifically for Quad in 1973 and offers a unique sonic experience on songs like “Soul Kitchen,” “Moonlight Drive” and “Love Me Two Times.”
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Chasing Trane
Title: Chasing Trane
Character: Self - Musician
Released: April 14, 2017
Type: Movie
An account of the life of the brilliant jazz musician John Coltrane (1926-67), a gifted saxophonist, an extraordinarily talented thinker whose original, avant-garde work has impacted and influenced people all over the world. A story about music's ability to entertain, inspire and transform.
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Robert Bly: A Thousand Years of Joy
Title: Robert Bly: A Thousand Years of Joy
Character: Himself
Released: October 10, 2015
Type: Movie
A Thousand Years of Joy charts poet/activist Robert Bly's journey from Midwestern farm boy to global troubadour, bestselling author of Iron John and leader of the men's movement.
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The Doors - Feast Of Friends: Encore
Title: The Doors - Feast Of Friends: Encore
Released: November 10, 2014
Type: Movie
A newly produced feature using footage shot for Feast Of Friends, Encore is a complimentary piece which provides a deeper look into the life of the band at this period as they tour, record, travel and even vacation together. The program avoids the typical selection of hits and makes use of The Doors' rare recordings to accompany this unreleased footage.
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The Doors - R-Evolution
Title: The Doors - R-Evolution
Character: Himself
Released: November 24, 2013
Type: Movie
Combining early TV appearances with their own music films, it illustrates how The Doors evolved from the constraints of late sixties television to a point where they had the creative input and power to shape how they were portrayed on screen. Throughout the unique charisma and talent of The Doors comes across, whether it be on a lightweight pop show or on a film created from their own imaginations, along with some of the most influential music ever made. Bonus Features: Commentary by Doors members John Densmore, Robby Krieger and Ray Manzarek plus Bruce Botnick and Jac Holzman / Performance of "Break On Through (To The Other Side)" from the Isle Of Wight Festival 1970 / 45 minute documentary: The Doors - Breaking Through The Lens / "Love Thy Customer" - 1966 Ford training film with music by The Doors / Outtakes: Malibu U 1967.
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The Doors: Live at the Bowl '68
Title: The Doors: Live at the Bowl '68
Character: Self - Drums
Released: October 22, 2012
Type: Movie
A concert video that captures legendary rock 'n' roll band The Doors at the height of the group's powers. Filmed live at the Hollywood Bowl in the summer of 1968, Jim Morrison and the band perform an extended version of "Light My Fire," plus ten of their other most loved songs, taking a standing room only audience on an aural journey of mystical worlds and psychedelic experiences.
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You Had to Be There
Title: You Had to Be There
Released: October 22, 2012
Type: Movie
A collection of memorable stories from The Doors as well as friends who were present the night of their legendary 1968 appearance at the Hollywood Bowl - from long-held rumors to behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
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Echoes from the Bowl
Title: Echoes from the Bowl
Character: Self
Released: October 22, 2012
Type: Movie
The Doors' legendary performance at the Hollywood Bowl remains a part of Rock and Roll history to this day. But the Bowl wasn't always so welcoming of rock music. Explore the history of the iconic venue and the artists who paved the way for The Doors to perform there.
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Reworking The Doors
Title: Reworking The Doors
Released: October 22, 2012
Type: Movie
We went back into The Doors' footage vault and restored the original concert film of their legendary Hollywood Bowl performance to high-definition video with a 5.1 stereo surround mix! Get a glimpse into the process of restoring the picture and sound.
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Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - The Story of L.A. Woman
Title: Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - The Story of L.A. Woman
Character: Himself
Released: January 24, 2012
Type: Movie
“Mr Mojo Risin’” is the story of the making of the Doors’ last album with Jim Morrison “L.A. Woman”. 2011 is the 40th anniversary both of the album’s release and of the death of Jim Morrison and this programme goes into detail of how the album came about, its recording and what was happening to the band at the time. The story is told through new interviews with the three surviving Doors: Ray Manzarek, Robbie Krieger and John Densmore plus contributions from Jac Holzman, founder of their label Elektra Records, Bill Siddons, who was their manager, Bruce Botnick, engineer and co-producer of the album and others associated with the Doors at this time. The show includes archive footage of the Doors performing both live and in the studio, classic photographs and new musical demonstrations from the Doors.
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When You're Strange
Title: When You're Strange
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: April 9, 2010
Type: Movie
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America's most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison's death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA's film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.
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Classic Albums - The Doors
Title: Classic Albums - The Doors
Character: Self
Released: April 22, 2008
Type: Movie
A future classic was unleashed in January 1967 as the Doors released their eponymously titled debut album. This documentary in the Classic Albums series takes an in-depth look at the album, with commentary from Bruce Botnick, who worked on the album, and the three remaining Doors--guitarist Robbie Krieger, keyboard player Ray Manzarek, and drummer John Densmore. The three band members also play some of their instrumental parts from the album, offering invaluable insight into how the songs were constructed.
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The Doors of the 21st Century - L.A. Woman Live
Title: The Doors of the 21st Century - L.A. Woman Live
Released: January 6, 2003
Type: Movie
A Note from The Doors' Ray Manzarek: This is the tour that never was. The tour that was supposed to happen when Jim came back from Paris. The tour that we were all eagerly anticipating. In May or June of 1971, Jim called John from Europe and asked him how LA Woman was doing. John told him it was doing great and that the critics actually loved it, too. Jim was excited and wanted to go on the road as soon as he got back to the States. The two of them even talked about taking the bass player - Jerry Sheff - on the road with the four original Doors to duplicate the sound of the LP.
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The Doors - Soundstage Performances
Title: The Doors - Soundstage Performances
Released: October 22, 2002
Type: Movie
Three different TV appearances ('67-'70) including old interviews, performances and the commentaries about specific songs by band members.
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The Doors: A Celebration - VH1 Storytellers
Title: The Doors: A Celebration - VH1 Storytellers
Character: Himself
Released: November 22, 2000
Type: Movie
This episode of VH1 Storytellers is broadcast on November 22, 2000 to coincide with the release of the tribute album Stoned Immaculate: The Music Of The Doors. All of the performers joining The Doors on this program also appear on the album. This performance would mark the last time that Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore ever reunited to play live together as The Doors. Set List: Love Me Two Times (Pat Monahan) / Alabama Song (Ian Astbury) / Back Door Man (Ian Astbury) / Wild Child (Ian Astbury) / The End (Travis Meeks) / Break On Through (Scott Weiland) / Five To One (Scott Weiland) / L.A. Woman (Perry Farrell) / Riders On The Storm (Scott Stapp) / Roadhouse Blues (Scott Stapp) / Light My Fire (Scott Stapp)
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The Doors: Collection
Title: The Doors: Collection
Character: Himself
Released: April 13, 1999
Type: Movie
A collection of short films, interviews and concert footage of the '60s rock band The Doors. Includes three basic video segments: Dance on Fire, Live at the Hollywood Bowl and The Soft Parade. Each of the videos is directed by Ray Manzarek. The "extras" include Ray's two UCLA student films.
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The Road of Excess
Title: The Road of Excess
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: August 14, 1997
Type: Movie
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Title: Classic Albums
Character: Self - Drums
Released: April 14, 1997
Type: TV
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
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Title: Classic Albums
Character: Self - The Doors
Released: April 14, 1997
Type: TV
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
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The Doors - The Soft Parade
Title: The Doors - The Soft Parade
Character: Himself
Released: September 12, 1991
Type: Movie
This historical music video features as its centrepiece The Doors' last televised appearance, aired on PBS in 1969.
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The Doors: Live in Europe 1968
Title: The Doors: Live in Europe 1968
Character: Himself (drums)
Released: July 1, 1991
Type: Movie
Filmed during their 1968 European tour, The Doors are captured in performances in London, Stockholm, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam. Paul Kantner and Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, who shared the bill with The Doors on this tour, narrate this compilation.
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The Doors
Title: The Doors
Character: Engineer - Last Session
Released: March 1, 1991
Type: Movie
The story of the famous and influential 1960s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.
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Title: Beverly Hills, 90210
Released: October 4, 1990
Type: TV
Follow the lives of a group of teenagers living in the upscale, star-studded community of Beverly Hills, California and attending the fictitious West Beverly Hills High School and, subsequently, the fictitious California University after graduation.
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Title: Coach
Released: February 28, 1989
Type: TV
Hayden Fox, the curmudgeonly coach of Minnesota State University's Screaming Eagles football team, tries to navigate his way through the sports world, fatherhood and family life without dropping the ball.
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Dudes
Title: Dudes
Character: Beeson
Released: August 1, 1987
Type: Movie
Two punks from the big city, traveling across the country in a Volkswagen bug, embrace the western ethos when they must take revenge against a group of rednecks for killing their friend in this lighthearted road movie. Along the way, they enlist the help of a young woman who runs a wrecking service.
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Title: Sledge Hammer!
Released: September 23, 1986
Type: TV
Sledge Hammer! is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that ran for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike Reiss, best known for their work on The Simpsons, wrote for the show and worked as story editors.
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The Doors - Dance on Fire
Title: The Doors - Dance on Fire
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1985
Type: Movie
A combination of concert footage, television appearances, record company promo clips and new video footage shows the Doors, a top '60s rock band. This film would later become part of The Doors 30th Anniversary Collection (released in 1999 and 2001) which compiles three films previously released by MCA/Universal Home Video: Dance on Fire (1985), Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1987) and The Soft Parade: A Retrospective (1991).
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Get Crazy
Title: Get Crazy
Character: Toad
Released: August 5, 1983
Type: Movie
Mega-promoter Colin Beverly plans to sabotage the New Year's 1983 concert of small-time operator Max Wolfe. Wolfe's assistants Neil Allen and Willie Loman find romance while trying to save the drugs, violence, and rock and roll from Beverly's schemes.
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Title: Square Pegs
Released: September 27, 1982
Type: TV
Two awkward freshmen desperate to fit try to adjust to life at Weemawee High School.
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No One Here Gets Out Alive: A Tribute To Jim Morrison
Title: No One Here Gets Out Alive: A Tribute To Jim Morrison
Character: Himself
Released: January 1, 1981
Type: Movie
No One Here Gets Out Alive, The Doors' tribute to Jim Morrison is a full exploration of the controversial and quixotic singer, delving into his fascination with cinema and psychology, mysticism and sexuality, poetry and power. In addition to clips of the band in action, it features interviews with the surviving members of The Doors and many others who were instrumental in creating and maintaining the legend.
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The Doors vs Led Zeppelin
Title: The Doors vs Led Zeppelin
Released: January 1, 1973
Type: Movie
Both The Doors and Led Zeppelin were influential bands in their own right, and their impact on music history is significant. The Doors, with their poetic lyrics and unique sound, are often credited with helping to define the psychedelic rock genre. Led Zeppelin, on the other hand, is known for their powerful, blues-influenced hard rock and heavy metal music. Both bands have left a lasting legacy and have a large and dedicated fan base. Ultimately, determining which band was "better" is subjective and depends on individual musical preferences. Some may prefer the introspective and poetic style of The Doors, while others may favor the raw energy and virtuoso musicianship of Led Zeppelin.
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The Doors: Beat Workshop
Title: The Doors: Beat Workshop
Character: self
Released: November 9, 1972
Type: Movie
An extended special version of the Doors' 1972 appearance on the German TV show Beat-Club
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The Doors: Feast of Friends
Title: The Doors: Feast of Friends
Character: Himself
Released: March 13, 1970
Type: Movie
A cinematic look at The Doors on the road during their summer '68 tour. Concert performances are intercut with fly-on-the-wall footage of the group in their natural habitat.
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The Doors: The Doors Are Open
Title: The Doors: The Doors Are Open
Character: Drums
Released: October 4, 1968
Type: Movie
Sex, death, reptiles, charisma and a unique variant of the electric blues gave the Doors an aura of profundity that has survived the band's demise. In September, 1968, The Doors gave a history making performance at The Roundhouse in London's Chalk Farm. They gave powerful renditions of their best songs. Part of the Pioneer Artist Concert Film Series.
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The Unknown Soldier
Title: The Unknown Soldier
Released: March 17, 1968
Type: Movie
Promotional film for The Doors' single "The Unknown Soldier." The film features graphic Vietnam war footage, the band walking on the beach, and Jim Morrison being "executed." Due to its controversial content, the film was not shown on national television as intended and many venues were hesitant to show it. The film premiered before a Doors concert in Boston on March 17, 1968.
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Title: 4-3-2-1 Hot and Sweet
Character: Self
Released: June 11, 1966
Type: TV
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The Best Of The Doors Quadio
Title: The Best Of The Doors Quadio
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
This Blu-ray release includes some of the band’s biggest hits, such as “Hello, I Love You” and “Touch Me." All in high-resolution quadrophonic mixes from the 1973 compilation The Best Of The Doors on Blu-ray for the first time. 1 Who Do You Love 2 Soul Kitchen 3 Hello, I Love You 4 People Are Strange 5 Riders On The Storm 6 Touch Me 7 Love Her Madly 8 Love Me Two Times 9 Take It As It Comes 10 Moonlight Drive 11 Light My Fire