Classic rocker pens editorial inspired by events in ferguson. May 14, 2015 doors drummer john densmore to host hollywood book signing saturday john densmore, shown in 2010, will sign copies of his 20 book the doors unhinged. Doors drummer john densmore at book signing may 16 in. Doors densmore remembers jim morrison and bands heated feud ahead of his book signing in boulder drummer for legendary group will speak about and sign new book the doors. John densmore will launch a book signing tour for the doors. Stick was signed at his book signing june 14, 20 amoeba music, hollywood, ca. This allstar track features john densmore founding member of the doors on percussion and vocals, floyd westerman in.
Doors drummer john densmore to talk about and sign his. John densmore was born on december 1, 1944 in santa monica, california, usa as john paul densmore. Feb 22, 20 while his new book may light some fires with his cohorts from the doors, john densmore is hoping it will also help fix the fractured state the iconic groups alumni are currently in. Aug 14, 2019 director oliver stone and drummer john densmore will be part of a screening of the doors. John densmore book signing for the doors unhinged on june. John arrived and raced inside and the his security guy came out and literally started screaming at us that he would only sign 2 items. John densmore, the drummer for the doors, at a book signing for his new book, the doors unhinged at amoeba records, hollywood, california, usa. We had to form a line outside of the store in the rear parking lot. While his new book may light some fires with his cohorts from the doors, john densmore is hoping it will also help fix the fractured state the iconic groups alumni are currently in. He was signing copies of his new book the doors unhinged.
Drummer and founding member of 60s rock band, the doors, john desmore will be doing a book signing at radioactive records friday, sept. Aug 31, 2014 what john densmore book signing when 7. Very sad that ray, robby, and john had to go through this though. John densmore, the doors, announces book signing at scarborough bull moose on record store day. As the doors get ready to celebrate their legacy with a new concert film of their 2016 tribute to the late ray manzarek and a daylong event in l. And the john densmore memoir is a 1990 5th printing, also clean and near fine in a bright, priceintact, near fine dustjacket. Densmore s case against his fellow surviving members of the l.
Firedup fans get to meet doors drummer press herald. May 02, 20 i purchased the book on the right at the bookstore. John densmore, drummer and founding member of the doors will sign his book, the doors. Besides the new book, we spoke to him about the state of the music and publishing world, groups reuniting with no. They were among the most controversial and influential rock acts of the 1960s, mostly because of morrisons lyrics and voice along with his erratic stage persona, and the group was widely. Doors drummer john densmore recounted his roller coaster ride through the legal system on the opposite side of the courtroom from his former bandmates in his lively 20 book the doors unhinged. I brought my copy of john s autobiography in case he would be willing to sign that as well. John densmore, drummer for the doors, will be signing copies of the doors. Unhinged, the drummer of the legendary rock band writes about music, commerce and the very tricky task of maintaining personal integrity in the face of. In the book, the 68yearold rock and roll hall of famer discusses the legal battle he fought several years ago with his doors band mates ray. John densmore, drummer of the legendary band the doors, will be signing copies of his new book the doors. Jun, 20 john densmore, former drummer for the doors, will sign his book the doors unhinged. John densmore will sign copies of his new book the doors unhinged. Thanks goodness the doors had john densmore fighting that good fight for.
John densmore s book signing at bull moose on record store day draws a grateful crowd. Usa today riders on the storm is very enjoyable, especially its homespun and selfexperienced insights. John densmore, us musician and drummer of the rock group. Jim morrisons legacy goes on trial on friday at amoeba music in hollywood. Eventbrite boulder book store presents john densmore book signing the doors. Unhinged, detailing his court case against fellow former band. Were excited to have someone of johns legendary status in our store, said coowner of radioactive, mikey ramirez. A woman who worked at the store announced john would be signing his new book and one piece of memorabilia. Densmore argued that the new incarnation tarnished the bands. Doors drummer details controversial trial in new book the. In 1965, he joined the doors and remained a member until the bands dissolution in 1973. Saw john densmore the doors tonight steve hoffman music. Doors drummer john densmore to talk about and sign his book. Dec, 20 thanks goodness the doors had john densmore fighting that good fight for.
Director oliver stone and drummer john densmore will be. Kpfk radio presents a special book signing at amoeba hollywood with john densmore, the drummer of the legendary band, the doors, signing copies of his new book the doors unhinged. Firedup fans get to meet doors drummer portland press. Only now has the doors drummer john densmore released his new book, the doors unhinged. John densmore august 22 check out this article and catch john this saturday 3pm at streetlight recordssanta cruz for a book signing of the doors. According to densmores own book, he quit the band on one occasion in reaction to morrisons increasingly selfdestructive behavior, although he returned the next day. In addition to signing his book, densmore will also sign one doors item. The doors john densmore on paying tribute to ray manzarek. John densmore book signing for the doors unhinged on. Courtesy photo its 1968, one of the most pivotal years for america in the 21st century.
Hilsingermendelson pr doors drummer john densmore s new memoir, the doors. Dj carlos nino kpfkspaceways will be spinning some of johns favorite artists and classic doors music. Doors john densmore on the high cost of not selling out good. Densmore says, there wouldnt be any doors without maharishi. This allstar track features john densmore founding member of the doors on percussion and vocals, floyd westerman in one of his. Scarborough, maine john densmore, former drummer with the doors and author of the new york times bestseller riders on the storm, is embarking upon a book signing tour for his second book, the doors. Drummer for the doors john densmore will appear at boulder book store tuesday to discuss and sign his new book the doors.
The fact that he wanted to tour independent shops versus big box retailers. John densmore book signing for the doors unhinged on june 14. Doors drummer john densmore to host hollywood book signing saturday john densmore, shown in 2010, will sign copies of his 20 book the doors unhinged. Densmore is also noted for his veto of attempts by the other two doors members, in the wake of singer jim. Jan 03, 2020 as the doors get ready to celebrate their legacy with a new concert film of their 2016 tribute to the late ray manzarek and a daylong event in l. John densmore, the doors, announces book signing at scarborough bull moose on record store day scarborough, maine john densmore, former drummer with the doors and author of the new york times bestseller riders on the storm, is embarking upon a book signing tour for his second book, the doors. Rock icon and former doors drummer john densmore talks jim morrisons. Former doors drummer john densmore will sign his new book about his legal battles with former doors keyboardist ray manzarek and.
John densmore, us musician and drummer of the rock group the doors, arrives for a signing session of his book the doors. John densmore and the legacy of the doors nashville scene. Director oliver stone and drummer john densmore will be part of a screening of the doors. Unhinged on saturday, april 20 at bull moose, 456 payne road, scarborough. Kpfk radio presents a special book signing at amoeba hollywood with john densmore, the drummer of the legendary band, the doors, signing. The doors john densmore signs books this sunday at monster. The doors john densmore visits porter square the boston. Densmore next hooked up with chicagobred keyboardist ray manzarek, who was then playing in a group known as rick and the ravens with his brothers and. According to densmores own book, he quit the band on one occasion in reaction to jim morrisons increasingly selfdestructive behavior, although he returned the next day. Get premium, high resolution news photos at getty images.
Doors drummer john densmore at book signing may 16 in hollywood. But that is what john densmore, drummer for the doors, did in 2004, when. New date john densmore the doors book signing amoeba music. Sep 05, 2014 drummer and founding member of 60s rock band, the doors, john desmore will be doing a book signing at radioactive records friday, sept. John densmore, former drummer for the doors, will sign his book the doors unhinged. If the stones were a boulder picking up bits of soil, sweat, and grease as it rumbled through the american south, and pink floyd was a spaceship sending home images from across the galaxy, then the doors were a great wave approaching an unsuspecting shore, moving quietly with suspicious calm and mystery, then crashing down with the explosive violence of a natural.
I saw john densmore tonight at vintage vinyl records in jersey. Hilsingermendelson pr doors drummer john densmore currently is traveling around the u. The doors john densmore makes time for fans at book signing. The doors john densmore hopes book spurs dialogue with. Today, due to technology and its a great thing you can make you own cd, book, movie, whatever. John densmore check out this article and catch john this. Before we begin, i need to address the fact that i too am a maineard. Densmores next book will be about his meetings with musicians.
Unhinged, detailing his court case against fellow former band members ray manzarek and robby krieger. Unhinged saturday, september 28, 2019 at boulder book store, boulder, co. John densmores book signing at bull moose on record store day draws a grateful crowd. Sep 23, 2019 doors densmore remembers jim morrison and bands heated feud ahead of his book signing in boulder drummer for legendary group will speak about and sign new book the doors. But that is what john densmore, drummer for the doors, did in. John densmore will sign copies of his new book the doors. According to densmore s own book, he quit the band on one occasion in reaction to morrisons increasingly selfdestructive behavior, although he returned the next day. Unhinged in a french book store on april 19, 2014 in paris. John densmore, like it or not, stuck to the plan that was laid out in 1965 and never sold out. Classic rocker pens editorial inspired by events in. Doors drummer details controversial trial in new book. Live fast, look good exploring the worlds of exotic automobiles, distinctive fashion, cinematic pleasures and other eclectic topics. Jim morrison, john densmore, ray manzarek and robby krieger.
He is best known as the drummer of the rock band the doors, and as such is a member of the rock and roll hall of fame. Apr 17, 20 john densmore will launch a book signing tour for the doors. Doors john densmore on the high cost of not selling out. Director oliver stone and drummer john densmore will be part. Might be long enough to reach the next whiskey bar. John paul densmore born december 1, 1944 is an american musician, songwriter, author and actor. My dad was born in york beach and then drove across the country with the family when he was 12. John densmore book signing at amoeba records hollywood, ca. John sees a friend there and takes a break from autographing so. Doors drummer john densmore to host hollywood book signing saturday. The doors john densmore autographed signed drumstick ebay.
Doors drummer john densmore to talk about and sign his book the. John densmore discusses new memoir and relationship with. According to densmore s own book, he quit the band on one occasion in reaction to jim morrisons increasingly selfdestructive behavior, although he returned the next day. Unhinged, drummer and founding member john densmore looks at the conflict between him and his band mates as they fought over the right to use the doors name. Biography i play the drums, says john densmore, with tangible pride. First of all, i tried to book this signing at dinner key, but it was closed, densmore deadpans by phone during a recent interview. We are happy to confirm the new, rescheduled event with john densmore. Densmore met keyboardist ray manzarek and guitarist robby krieger at a transcendental meditation lecture.