50+ years after the passing of Jim Morrison, John Densmore of The Doors continues to honour the wishes of his bandmate when it comes to the commercialism of the music of The Doors. John discusses that journey and many other fascinating memories of the legacy of The Doors.

Meet Mr Blue Hair
A moment with John Coltrane & Elvin Jones
Not selling out the Doors legacy
Defending the wishes of Jim Morrison
Visiting Jim Morrison’s grave
Was there a funeral for Jim?
Being aware of the “Jim is Alive” rumours
Evolving perspective of substance abuse
Last conversation with Jim and his state
All Doors except Jim participated in mixdowns
Jim’s behaviour in the studio
John’s impression of punk early on
Did Jim dabble in hard drugs?
How much of LA Woman was played live?
Multiple live Doors shows being made available
The live performance that best represents The Doors at their peak
Memories and recordings of the final Doors show
Recording of Jimbo and Jimi Hendrix
John’s upcoming projects with Chuck D and Adam Holzman
Memories of the original Doors demo acetates
Signing to Columbia – appearing on the “drop list”
Arrangements for Doors music after John passes
Involvement with Jim’s family after his passing
The journey of Jim’s father
John’s comparison of political environment then and now
Did John get negative PR from the trial?
The story of the Buick commercial
What circumstance or situation would John consider approving Doors music to be made available commercially?
John was uncomfortable being the centrepiece of the band?
Bands reforming and touring in the modern era
Jim’s relationship with money
After Jim passes, was there any closure?
Names that were floated as potential replacements for Jim
Is John comfortable with The Doors music so closely associated with Vietnam?
Preparing for a potential draft and conflict
We need to find moments and try to be grateful when you can
Interview wrap up

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