On April 6, 2011, John Densmore issued the following statement:  My Dear Fans: This is a hard paragraph for me to write, but necessary. It is about autographs. The last several years I have been so flooded with requests that it is interfering with my personal life, and I am going to have to stop. Fans (or opportunists from ebay) track me when I land at any airport, follow me into the bathroom, and hang around my hotel, looking for my John Henry. It is unfortunate, but I have to draw the line. I will still do the occasional autograph, and of course at any “official” signing I will oblige, but I must say no to the stacks of letters and photos that are sent to me personally, as I must retrieve my privacy. If anyone requests an autograph in the future, they should send the request to The Doors offices, and they will hold them there until we can go through them on a semi-regular basis. Anything else will not be answered. Thanks very much for understanding, jd   http://forum.johndensmore.com/index.php?showtopic=4470

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 January 22, 2012   John interview
John Densmore spoke at length with Jon Woodhouse of the Maui News while in Hawaii last month.  The story ran a few weeks ago at: http://www.mauinews.com/page/content.detail/id/556868/JOHN-DENSMORE-reopens-the-doors--way-of-perception.html?nav=5014  (thanks, Jeff)

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 January 19, 2012    John interview on LAW
John Densmore shares remembrances with Graham Reid for NZHerald.co.nz, and talks about recording L.A. Woman.  Check it out at:  http://www.nzherald.co.nz/graham-reid/news/article.cfm?a_id=89&objectid=10780001

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 January 18, 2012     Skrillex <> John interview & appearance 
Skrillex cannot be ignored.  (I have been trying).  No apologies, I am not the 'target demographic' for his type of music anyway.  This video that was released for "Breakn' A Sweat" featuring Ray, Robby and John: http://www.vevo.com/watch/skrillex/breakn-a-sweat/USQY51224268  Don't get your hopes up, John was NOT in the studio at the same time that Ray and Robby were.   :=(   I'm unsure if it is the same one I shared a few months ago.  Anyway, if this scene is your cup of tea, Skrillex has a bunch of L.A.-area dates in the near future: http://www.skrillex.com/  (thanks, Ruben)

John Densmore does an interview with the MusicSantaBarbara.com website and talks about an upcoming event.  On February 17, John and actor Edward James Olmos will co-host a benefit for The Rhythmic Arts Project at Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara, CA.  According to the website, the headliner is Robben Ford.  Read the interview at:  http://musicsantabarbara.com/featured/john-densmore.   For more info about the Rhythmic Arts Project, go to: http://traponline.org/    For the Lobero Theater website: http://lobero.com/calendar/index.php?display=event&id=738&returnto=list    (thanks, Jim)

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 January 7, 2012     John on radio Monday a.m.
John Densmore will be on L.A. radio station 100.3 The Sound at 9:00 a.m. on Monday when "She Smells So Nice" gets premiered.  You can listen live on the station's website at: http://thesoundla.com/  (thanks, Kyle)

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 December 1, 2011     HB 2 John
John Densmore celebrates his 67th birthday today.  Happy birthday, John.

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 November 26, 2011    John on Fallon parody
John Densmore's assistant Traci Odom posted a comment on November 16 on behalf of John on Jimmy Fallon's website blog regarding Fallon's spot-on impersonation of Morrison on the Ed Sullivan show performing LeVar Burton's 'Reading Rainbow'.  The comment text is:  Jimmy, I am Traci Odom, John Densmore's assistant. He has a message for you: In the press I've always said that no one could fill Jim's shoes (except Eddie Vedder who sang with us when we were inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame). I've changed my mind. This late night Jimmy dude can even fill Morrison's leather pants! I've got a book coming out next year and hope to be a guest. Now I know to bring my hair dye and my fake mutton chop sideburns, and we'll go back into time. John Densmore.  The comment (and others) can be found at: http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2011/11/the-doors-sing-reading-rainbow-theme/  (thanks, James)

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 November 6, 2011    John called in to Jim Ladd program
John Densmore was one of the celebrities who called in to speak with Jim Ladd on AM radio station KFI 640 last evening.  I caught the third hour of the program and heard John's call, the second-to-last before the show ended.  A local paper already has a story about Jim Ladd's on-air program.  Read it at: http://www.ocregister.com/entertainment/ladd-325700-radio-jim.html

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 October 20, 2011    John at Occupy L.A. rally
John Densmore can be seen in a 2-1/2 minute YouTube video talking to the camera at last Saturday's 'Occupy L.A. Rally' in downtown L.A.   With him on-screen is his friend Sam Joseph, who wrote the play 'Window of Opportunity' that John co-produced in 2006 for a 5-week run at the Met Theater in Hollywood.  Check out the YT video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUhVUV10qyg.  (thanks, Jim)

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 October 19, 2011    John to appear at library benefit
John Densmore has just been added to the line-up for the 'Young Literati 4th Annual Toast', an evening to benefit the Los Angeles Public Library.  The October 28th event will be hosted by Shepard Fairey and feature readings and performances by Russell Brand, Demetri Martin, Henry Rollins, Busy Phillips, and John.  This all happens at the Richard J. Riordan Central Library in L.A., and it costs $150. per person.  Oh well, I won't be reporting on this one!  For more info, go to: http://www.lfla.org/event-detail/672/p-classnomarginstrong4th-Annual-Toaststrongp

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 October 17, 2011    John at protest rally
John Densmore's appearance at Saturday's 'Occupy L.A. Rally' in downtown L.A. can be viewed in a 1-1/2 minute YouTube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hu-n_acBXRI

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 October 16, 2011    John leads protest rally
John Densmore led an 'Occupy L.A. Rally' in downtown L.A. yesterday morning.  According to the story on MyBackPage.com, John was joined by Rapper Wil B and Comic Jeff Ross.   An estimated 10,000 anti-Wall Street protesters marched in Downtown L.A. from Pershing Square to City Hall in solidarity with other occupation movements across the country.  Read the full story, which also includes some photos:  http://www.backpagemagazine.com/2011/10/16/the-doors%E2%80%99-john-densmore-rapper-wil-b-comic-jeff-ross-at-occupy-l-a-rally/

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 October 13, 2011     Skrillex & RE:GENERATION project <> unseen 1967 photos
The recent collaboration between DJ and producer Skrillex with Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger and John Densmore got a blog write-up in today's LA Weekly, complete with a few photos.  Read it at: http://blogs.laweekly.com/westcoastsound/2011/10/skrillex_robby_krieger.php.   Here is a promo for the resulting film RE:GENERATION: http://www.youtube.com/hyundaiusa?x=us_regeneration_390_   (thanks, Roland)

Unseen color photos of The Doors and Jim Morrison at the Mt. Tamalpais festival in June 1967 are included in "A Perfect Haze: An Illustrated History of the Monterey International Pop Festival".  This is the newest book from noted rock journalist Harvey Kubernik and his brother Ken Kubernik.  The book includes some narrative contributed by Ray Manzarek about The Doors show at Mt. Tam, which took place the weekend before Monterey Pop.  The book's release date is November 1, and can be pre-ordered at: http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Haze-Illustrated-Monterey-International/dp/1595800603/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1318525648&sr=1-2  The authors are earmarking their proceeds from the sales of the book to the Monterey International Pop Festival fund.  (thanks, Harvey)

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 October 12, 2011     John at Harrison event
John Densmore was at last night's 'by invitation only' VIP event at L.A.'s Grammy Museum hosted by Olivia Harrison, George's widow.  The occasion was the opening of the latest exhibition, "George Harrison: Living in the Material World" which will run through February 2012.  Other celebs in attendance included Ringo & his wife; Jeff Lynne; Edward James Olmos; Jim Keltner.  The private event was Tuesday (last) night, not Wednesday (tonight) as indicated in the story.  Read the full story in today's L.A. Times at:   http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2011/10/george-harrison-material-world-grammy-museum.html

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 October 11, 2011     John profile 
John Densmore was profiled in Los Angeles Magazine last December.  A fan just sent me the link to share: http://www.lamag.com/culture/lastory/Story.aspx?ID=1405389  (thanks, Kyle)

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 October 9, 2011    John at film screening last night
John Densmore appeared in Santa Monica last night when Aero Theater screened a 70mm print screening of Oliver Stone's "The Doors".  I had a conflict and did not attend, but fan Roxanne did and provided a detailed report:  The movie started a little late, around 7:40, and wrapped at 10:05 or so.  John took the stage with Geoff Boucher.  John held up a bag of bagels that he brought for those who fasted today for Rosh Hashanah, stating that he was a (reformed) Catholic.  Three of the bagels were distributed by a member of the audience.  John said he was “his own roadie” and got out a drum and sheet music stand.  He spoke of listening to the first album with his parents, dreading having to listen to The End.  He said that the movie is about 2/3 true and 1/3 poetic license, and that he wished the 1960’s had been more prominent in the movie.  John said that he met Bob Dylan in Malibu and Dylan was kind of aloof until John introduced himself as “The Doors drummer” and from then on they were friendly.  He said that Dylan was backstage at The Doors Rock Hall Induction, almost like a groupie, strangely dressed in a hoodie and almost unrecognizable.  He said that Dylan let him use a quote (maybe a lyric) for his book for only $50, whereas Billy Joel was charging $400 for one of his.  John spoke of the new book he is working on regarding the trial, and that during the trial he met the Admiral.  He expressed definite displeasure over Ray and Robby doing the D21C thing, and said that he is using his veto power to protect Jim’s legacy.  John did a Q&A with the audience.  He said the first time he met Jim was at Ray’s parent’s garage in Manhattan Beach , that Jim was barefoot in cords and a t-shirt and extremely shy.  He said that their recording L.A. Woman at the workshop was their attempt to get back to the “few takes / garage” feel, and that he had a lot of room for fills without a live bassist in the band.  John also spoke of “the greed gene” and that he is part of the 99%.  He was raised lower-middle-class, with his childhood home being where the 405 & 10 freeways meet, and that he tithes 10% to charity.  He said that while Ian Astbury is a good singer, even if you get the best singer in the world to sing the songs, that singer still isn’t Jim.  John closed with 'An American Prayer' while again playing the drum.  He did a short meet and greet afterwards, telling someone in his entourage that he “was ok with it – they paid money to be here”.  Although the theater’s website says there is no recording allowed, a few folks were recording on their phones so it may hit YouTube pretty soon.   Thanks to Roxanne for a great re-cap!  (thanks, Roxanne)

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 October 8, 2011    John in Santa Monica tonight
Reminder:  John Densmore is scheduled to attend a 70mm print screening of Oliver Stone's "The Doors" film tonight at Aero Theater in Santa Monica.  Although many fans dislike (even despise) this film, mostly everyone agrees that - when viewed as a rock & roll film and one not to be taken totally literally - it is a great ride (with great music!) and Val Kilmer was terrific in the role.  John had a role in the film and Robby did an accidental walk through in one scene, and they were both consultants and musical coaches.  This film was responsible for a huge resurgence of interest in the band and introduced their music to new generations of future fans.  John will participate in a discussion afterward.  I won't be able to attend due to a concert conflict, but I do plan to check out what is going on at 8512 Santa Monica Boulevard and will take photos of whatever I find.  More about the film screening tonight at:   http://www.smmirror.com/?ajax#mode=single&view=33106

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 October 6, 2011    new film includes Ray, John & Robby
"RE:GENERATION" is the title of a feature film due out in 2012 which, among other things, features music from all three remaining Doors.  As I understand it from the following linked story which appeared today on RollingStone.com (and includes a trailer), they worked with a DJ & Producer named Skrillex (Sonny Moore).  According to the story, the film is co-produced by the Grammys.  It should premiere early in 2012, and will be a big part of Grammy Week next year including "Re-mix Labs" with the artists involved, as well as an event at the Grammy museum and screening that week.  So, stay tuned.  Meanwhile, read the full source story at: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/remaining-doors-members-record-with-skrillex-for-new-documentary-20111006

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 October 5, 2011    John's induction of Jac
John Densmore inducted Jac Holzman into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in New York City back in March.  The full 20-minute video, which includes Jac's touching acceptance speech and a performance from Judy Collins, can be seen on a Facebook page titled "John Densmore's Videos".  Check it out at: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10150315033628191  (thanks, Jim)

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 September 24, 2011     John interview (& rant) 
John Densmore is speaking his mind again.  In an interview with Frying Pan News, John shares his thoughts on greed, Jim Morrison's legacy, and politics & patriotism.  Read the full article at:  http://fryingpannews.org/2011/09/23/the-doors%E2%80%99-john-densmore-on-greed-morrison%E2%80%99s-legacy-and-how-to-love-your-country/  (thanks, Jim)

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 September 23, 2011     John to appear at 'The Doors' screening
John Densmore appears at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica on Saturday, October 8 for a 20th anniversary 70mm screening of Oliver Stone's "The Doors".  John will participate in a discussion following the screening, moderated by Geoff Boucher of the L.A. Times.  For more info and advance tickets, go to: http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/content/the-doors-0.  (thanks, Harvey)

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 September 1, 2011    John in a vintage YT video
E Network apparently ran a program about the Oliver Stone film, so clearly the time frame was 1991.  It features John Densmore visiting some of the local Doors landmarks, as well as interviews with members of the film cast talking about the film and their roles.  This YouTube video is 14-1/2 minutes long:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIaxyxyzFR8&feature=player_embedded  (thanks, Michele E.)

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 August 24, 2011    John in MD's video
John Densmore is featured in a downloadable video from Judith Orloff, MD.  Apparently Dr. Orloff is a UCLA psychiatrist, intuition expert and best-selling author who relates her own experience using intuition and dreams as key sources of knowledge and insight.  John's role in the video, along with Hani Naser, is to provide live music for centering, relaxation, and igniting intuition.  For more details and ordering info, go to:   http://www.drjudithorloff.com/_product_39324/Awaken_Intuition_for_Health%2c_Energy%2c_and_Creativity_-_Video_Download

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 August 23, 2011    London Fog recording & pix <> more about London Fog <> Uncut's L.A. Woman issue
The Doors Manager Jeff Jampol posted some exciting news a few days ago on The Doors forum about newly found recordings and photos from the London Fog.  Jeff's messages reveal that there is an excellent quality, reel-to-reel recording of the band done by a friend of Ray's from UCLA.  She also helped with an early Doors flyer which promoted folks to come to the London Fog to check out "Ray and Jim's new band!"  This lady also took lots of great quality black & white photos.  Among the songs performed are Little Richard's 'Lucille', which Robby told Jeff he has no recollection of them ever playing, as well as 'Strange Days'!  Apparently on Saturday night at the Manzarek-Krieger show at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, Robby announced during the show that they recently acquired recordings of the London Fog shows which included lots of blues songs.  Robby also said they will be released later this year, but logically that type of release would be held off until at least 2012 so as not to conflict with the L.A. Woman Anniversary releases planned for later this year.  Other news shared by Jeff on the forum concerns a never-before-heard (or known about) Doors song described as a long-ish blues jam called 'She Smells So Nice.'  Jeff says it will be included in several (maybe all) of the L.A. Woman 40th Anniversary packages.  If you have the patience and tolerance to pick your way through the childish bickering on the forum, this information is contained within later pages on the BMA thread titled 'Great News on LA Woman Deluxe' which starts at: http://www.thedoors.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=21343&st=0.   If anyone is nice enough to keep me updated on more revelations there, I'll happily share those here.  (thanks, Fred)

More info about that newly surfaced London Fog recording that Doors manager Jeff Jampol posted about on the Doors forum, and shared earlier today here:  it is one 30-minute reel, and will probably be released in 2012.  Better than nothing, and something exciting to look forward to!  (thanks, Fred)

The September issue of the U.K.'s "Uncut" magazine with the L.A. Woman cover story, has finally surfaced on our shores.  A friend alerted me that he found it in Barnes & Noble in his area, and I had the same luck at my local B&N.   It's nice to see the entire band featured on the cover.  Over the span of 13 pages, Ray, Robby and John talk about Jim's demise, his last testament, L.A. Woman, and the band's long strange afterlife.  Here is the cover to look for:  Uncut Mag Sept 2011  (thanks, Tim)

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 August 13, 2011    John at orangutan benefit
John Densmore recently attended an annual fundraiser in Toluca Lake, CA to benefit the Orang Utan Republik Education Initiative, a program which began in 2004 to help save the endangered orangutans of Indonesia by saving their forest home, the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra.  Read the full story at:  http://studiocity.patch.com/articles/celebs-help-the-orang-utan-republik-foundation-in-toluca-lake

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 August 6, 2011    John in environmental coalition
John Densmore is mentioned in a story about Green Music Group or GMG, a coalition of musicians, industry leaders and music fans that facilitates large-scale greening of the music community encompassing all aspects including touring, venue standards, transportation, and grassroots initiatives.  It's an interesting story.  John is mentioned in context of having launched the Global Cool climate change campaign to reduce carbon emissions, along with Perry Farrell and actor Josh Hartnett.  Read the story at:  http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/310012#ixzz1UI01g4WU.

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 July 29, 2011     John as film's Co-Exec Producer <> Uncut magazine
John Densmore is Co-Executive Producer and investor in the film 'Napoleonic' starring Ty Granderson Jones.  I recognize this gentleman's name and face, as he often attended the Doors trial in 2004.  Anyway, there is a profile of this actor and the story behind the film at:  http://www.canyon-news.com/artman2/publish/On_the_Industry_1168/An_Interview_With_Ty_Granderson_Jones.php.  At the end of the story is mention of a possibility of reviving 'Window Of Opportunity', another play that John was involved in as Producer.  That 2006 project can be re-visited through this story from the L.A. Times Calendar in 2006.

'L.A. Woman' is the cover story of the newest issue of the U.K.'s "Uncut" magazine.  It's nice to see the entire band featured on the cover.  Inside the issue, Ray, Robby and John talk exclusively about Jim's demise, his last testament, L.A. Woman, and the band's long strange afterlife.  Check out the cover at: http://www.uncut.co.uk/magazine   (thanks, Gilles)

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 July 25, 2011    John is on Facebook
John Densmore is now on Facebook!  In an opening statement on his wall, John says:  Ok, admittedly I'm rather late on coming out of my tech-dinosaur phase, but I'm ready to embrace my fans....I mean "friends," in a new way. I'm still rabid for doing new writing and music, so welcome aboard. And thanks for supporting me... it means a lot. We will have much to talk about in the next few years. On the front burner, and most important to me, is my second memoir which has been in the oven for many years and WILL be born early next year. Let's stay connected!! john densmore    The direct link to John's Facebook page is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Densmore/125291304221701   (thanks, Jim)

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 July 21, 2011     John in drummer poll
John Densmore landed a slot in a poll of the 50 Greatest Drummers of All Time conducted by England's Gigwise.com.  Led Zeppelin's John Bonham and The Who's Keith Moon came in at numbers one and two in the poll.  Some of the other high profile drummers who made the list include Rick Allen at #7; Gene Krupa at #9; Phil Collins at #10; Stewart Copeland at #12; Ginger Baker at #13; Charlie Watts at #27, and Mitch Mitchell at #32.  John captured the #33 slot, but he still beat out U2's Larry Mullen at #38 and Ringo Starr at #43.

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 July 18, 2011     'All Wood and Doors' interview
'All Wood and Doors' musician James Lee Stanley gave a lengthy interview about that CD project, which has contributions from Robby Krieger and John Densmore, to article author Tim O'Shea for BlogCritics.org.  He also discusses his latest solo CD, 'Backstage at the Resurrection'.  Read it at: http://blogcritics.org/music/article/interview-musician-james-lee-stanley-on/.  Visit the website for the recording at: http://www.allwoodanddoors.com/instruments.html

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 July 11, 2011     John & Eddie Vedder
 John Densmore's guest appearance with Eddie Vedder during his encores on Friday night at L.A.'s Wiltern Theater got a mention in one more review: http://www.soundspike.com/reviews/2519-eddie-vedder-news-concert-review-eddie-vedder-in-los-angeles/

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 July 10, 2011     John's bio in Italian
John Densmore's autobiography 'Riders On The Storm' was recently translated into Italian and should be available there soon.  This info was posted back in May by John himself on his website forum at: http://forum.johndensmore.com/index.php?  (thanks, Dona)

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 July 9, 2011     John & Eddie Vedder
John Densmore guest performed with djembe and Tibetan bells last night at Eddie Vedder's solo show at L.A.'s Wiltern Theater.  According to the LA Weekly blog review, John played on three songs during the two encores.  Read the full review at:  http://blogs.laweekly.com/westcoastsound/2011/07/live_review_eddie_vedder_at_th.php

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 July 8, 2011     John to guest tonight
John Densmore will guest perform on several songs tonight when Eddie Vedder takes the stage at L.A.'s Wiltern Theater.  This is part of the Pearl Jam front man's solo tour in support of his charming 'Ukulele Songs' CD.  I was at his Wednesday night show in Long Beach and I can tell you, it was an exquisite show.  Opening act Glen Hansard joined Eddie onstage several times, and PJ band mate Mike McCready came out to do Yellow Ledbetter with Eddie as the final song of the evening.  I already tried yesterday morning to score a ticket for tonight's show, but it's been sold out for ages.  If you are lucky enough to already have a ticket for tonight, you were already in for a treat ... and now an extra special treat with John guesting.   http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/8044950/CA/Los-Angeles/Eddie-Vedder/The-Wiltern/  (thanks, Jim)

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 July 2, 2011     Jim remembered
John Densmore, Ian Astbury and Burton Cummings share remembrances and thoughts about Jim Morrison in this piece at: http://www.lfpress.com/entertainment/music/2011/06/29/18354031.html

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 June 24, 2011      John at Huxley event
John Densmore was one of four panelists who discussed "Huxley On Huxley" on Wednesday evening at the L.A. Central Library's Mark Taper Auditorium.  I attended and wrote about it later that night.  The L.A. Times has posted a story about the program.  Read it at: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/jacketcopy/2011/06/aldous-huxley-psychdelic-los-angeles.html

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 June 21, 2011     John at 'Huxley' program
John Densmore was one of four panelistst who discussed "Huxley On Huxley" this evening at the L.A. Central Library's Mark Taper Auditorium.  The other panelists were Don Bachardy, Ann Louise Bardach, and Mary Ann Braubach.  To read their bios, go to: http://www.lfla.org/event-detail/586/Huxley-on-Huxley.  The event was free and beyond full.  I neglected to promptly reserve a seat when the show was announced, then learned too late it was already "full".  I arrived early enough to be very close to the front of the stand-by line of 45 people.  Only about 10 of us got in due to no-shows or cancellations.  A clip from the film was shown before the panel took their stage seats.  John started off with some spoken-word 'Break On Through' and a hand drum.   His discussion contributions included topics such as LSD, transcendental meditation, and nuclear waste.  He quoted Michael Franti and Paul Simon lyrics, read a passage from his very tattered high school copy of 'Brave New World'', and closed the program reciting some 'An American Prayer.'  Since this was an 'official event', John was cheerful and gracious as he signed memorabilia for fans.  Soft-cover copies of his 'Riders On The Storm' autobiography were for sale.                              

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 June 3, 2011      'All Wood & Doors'
'All Wood And Doors' is the all-acoustic CD of Doors songs that was released a few months ago from James Lee Stanley and Cliff Eberhardt.  The "Doors connection" is that both John Densmore and Robby Krieger contributed to tracks on the CD.  If you missed those news stories and/or want refresh your memory, check out their website at: http://www.allwoodanddoors.com/index.html.   Those two musicians have announced two shows in CA next weekend, June 10 & 11, in Atascadero and Culver City.  For more details, go to:  http://www.allwoodanddoors.com/appearing.html

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May 25, 2011       John Densmore on Huxley
John Densmore will be a participant in panel discussions for the event "Huxley On Huxley".  This happens on June 21 in the Los Angeles Central Library's Mark Taper Auditorium.  Admission is free.  For more info or to make a reservation for this event, go to:  http://www.lfla.org/event-detail/586/Huxley-on-Huxley.   (thanks, Jim)

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April 28, 2011      John & Santana
John Densmore joined Carlos Santana last night on stage at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas.  The Las Vegas Weekly ran a story about the show, which included other surprise guests as well.  Read the full story at: http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/blogs/luxe-life/2011/apr/28/photos-santana-brings-music-stars-final-shows-join/

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April 23, 2011      John in Vegas with Santana
John Densmore will be sitting in with Carlos Santana this Wednesday, April 27 at The Joint inside the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada: http://www.hardrockhotel.com/events/supernatural-santana-a-trip-through-the-hits/   (thanks, Jim)

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 April 17, 2011      John in jazz tribute event
John Densmore is part of the line-up for 'A Tribute to Jazz Legend Billy Higgins'.  Sponsored by KPFK 90.7 FM, this special event is billed as the 'First Annual Hero Awards and Tribute' and happens on Sunday, May 1 at Catalina Bar & Grill on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood.  The VIP reception begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the tribute at 7:00.  For more participant and ticket info, go to: https://www.swiftpage3.com/speasapage.aspx?X=2V0JXDMQHZXPC74C00XNWR  (thanks, Jim)

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 April 14, 2011      "L.A. Woman" radio show
The Doors' "L.A. Woman" album and conversations with John, Robby, Ray and engineer / producer Bruce Botnick are featured on the nationally syndicated radio show 'Off The Record' on Monday, April 25.  Check this website for affiliate stations in your area: http://unclejoe.com/xotr.html

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 April 6, 2011      John statement regarding autographs
John Densmore has issued the following statement:  My Dear Fans:  This is a hard paragraph for me to write, but necessary.  It is about autographs.  The last several years I have been so flooded with requests that it is interfering with my personal life, and I am going to have to stop.  Fans (or opportunists from ebay) track me when I land at any airport, follow me into the bathroom, and hang around my hotel, looking for my John Henry. It is unfortunate, but I have to draw the line.  I will still do the occasional autograph, and of course at any “official” signing I will oblige, but I must say no to the stacks of letters and photos that are sent to me personally, as I must retrieve my privacy. If anyone requests an autograph in the future, they should send the request to The Doors offices, and they will hold them there until we can go through them on a semi-regular basis. Anything else will not be answered. Thanks very much for understanding, jd   http://forum.johndensmore.com/index.php?showtopic=4470

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 April 1, 2011     John at Grammy
John Densmore was out on the town last evening.  He and his lady were spotted in attendance at 'An Evening With R. Carlos Nakai' at the Grammy Museum in downtown Los Angeles.  Nakai is a Native American described as the world's premier performer of the Native American flute.  (thanks, DD)

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 March 20, 2011     Rock Hall highlights
The John Densmore induction of Elektra Records founder Jac Holzman in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last Monday evening in New York City, got less than a minute of coverage in the 2-hour Fuse channel program of highlights, just after the 1:30 mark.  The show gets re-run four more times on Thursday and Friday this week.

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 March 19, 2011      Holzman induction
The Jac Holzman induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by John Densmore this past Monday evening, will be broadcast tomorrow (Sunday March 20) exclusively on the Fuse channel.  There is a 4+ minute YouTube video with highlights, which includes Jac and John, at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVM-7qz7eN8.  For Fuse 'channel finder' info in your area, go to: http://www.fuse.tv/channelfinder.html

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 March 14, 2011      John inducts Jac
John Densmore played a hand drum and read a Jim Morrison poem as he introduced Jac Holzman at this evening's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in New York City. Holzman said 'Take care of the music, and the music will take care of you.'  Read the full story about the events at:  http://www.cleveland.com/popmusic/index.ssf/2011/03/rock_and_roll_hall_of_fame_her.html.  The ceremony will be televised on Sunday, March 20 exclusively on Fuse channel at 9:00 p.m.

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 March 13, 2011     John inducting Jac
John Densmore has the honor of inducting Jac Holzman into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony in NYC tomorrow evening at the Waldorf-Astoria.  The induction ceremony will be televised on Sunday, March 20 exclusively on Fuse channel at 9:00 p.m. EST.  The following story contains a link for more info about the programming:   http://www.raisedonindie.com/industry-news/the-2011-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-to-air-exclusively-on-fuse/

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 March 9, 2011     'All Wood and Doors' <> workshop & office in transition
'All Wood And Doors' is now available for ordering through its website at: www.allwoodanddoors.com.     This is a collaboration between James Lee Stanley and Cliff Eberhardt performing twelve classic Doors songs on acoustic guitar.  There are contributions from both Robby and from John, and many others.  The official release date is May 24, but it is available for those who visit the website. Check out the website for the back story of this CD, the song listing, order links, sound samples, and more.  (thanks, James)

John Densmore attended a Shepard Fairey event last weekend at the LA Library.  You can check that out in a YouTube video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNo6p_CscEo.  There is a Shepard Fairey artist's Opening Reception this Saturday night, March 12.  There will be musical performance presented by Soul Kitchen.  hmmm?  For more information about that event, go to:  http://obeygiant.com/headlines/revolutions-x-shepard-fairey#more-13419.  (thanks, Darren)

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 March 2, 2011     Rock Hall rehearsals 
$2,000. per person will get the general public into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame award ceremonies on March 14 in New York City, where John Densmore will do the honors to induct Jac Holzman as a non-performer.  What's new this year is that for an additional $1,500. (total $3,500.) you can actually get into the normally-closed rehearsals for the event, as well as a cocktail party.  Read the full story at: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2011/03/rock-hall-fame-2011-rehearsal-ceremony-induction.html

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 February 16, 2011     update on John's book
John Densmore's forthcoming book is undergoing some changes, according to a recent post by his Webmaster on the forum at www.johndensmore.com.  Webmaster Jim shared that John has a new publisher, and the book is currently being revised and rewritten (which according to John, will make it much better).  (thanks, Dana)

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 February 11, 2011    John & Ruben Guevara
John Densmore joined Ruben Guevara onstage at the House of Blues back in December, according to this YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZfyyb17tK0.  There is a related link of the two of them at another venue in 2009:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiox8a2-LEs&feature=related. (thanks, Gilles)

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 February 8, 2011    John to induct Holzman
John Densmore will be on stage at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in NYC on March 14 to welcome Elektra Records founder Jac Holzman into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.  Holzman is among the 'Class of 2011' inductees, and it's about time!  Read the full story in today's L.A. Times at: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2011/02/rock-roll-hall-fame-2011-presenters.html.

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 February 7, 2011     'All Wood and Doors' update
'All Wood and Doors' is a forthcoming project from a musician named James Lee Stanley, in which Doors songs are rearranged for voices and acoustic guitars, bass and percussion.  Both John Densmore and Robby Krieger participated in this project.  I first reported about this on October 7 ...  refresh your memory by going to: http://idafan.com/all_wood_and_doors.htm.  The CD is finished and in the manufacturing process currently.  Expect a May release, and stay tuned for more release details as they become available.  (thanks, James)

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 December 10, 2010      post-pardon comments
John Densmore's brief interview on NBC's Evening News with Brian Williams last night, can be seen on-line at: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032619/#40596094. (thanks, Michael)

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 December 4, 2010     John & Sandy Nelson
John Densmore and Sandy Nelson share a December 1 birthday.  A blogger pays tribute to them both, referring to them as "two underappreciated rock 'n' roll drummers" in a piece titled 'Let There Be Drummers'.  The blog ends with a great 6:45 clip of John on the Dennis Miller Show, way back in the 90's when he performed excerpts from his autobiography. Check it out at: http://blogs.canoe.ca/ent/music/let-there-be-drummers/

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 December 3, 2010     John at benefit on Sunday
John Densmore appears on Sunday afternoon, December 5 in Malibu, CA at a benefit for Lifesavers Wild Horse Rescue called "Mustangs In Malibu".  The events runs from 2:00 to 6:00 pm and features music by Tony Gilkyson and band, as well as John drumming and reciting poetry.  This late breaking news just came via an email blast from John's webmaster.  A conflicting event that evening 90 miles away will prevent me from going, but if anyone else attends and would like to share a report or photos, please feel free.  More info is available at: http://weatherstation.tripod.com/Event.PDF

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 December 2, 2010     John interview
John Densmore discusses the possibility of a pardon from the State of Florida and the Miami 'incident', the 'When You're Strange' Doors documentary, and the Oliver Stone film, in a new interview with Hollywood Reporter.  Read it at: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/doors-john-densmore-jim-morrison-55608.

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 December 1, 2010     HB 2 John
Happy birthday wishes to John Densmore who celebrates his 66th today.  As I observed one year ago:  John's birthday kicks off the magical ten-week period in which all members of The Doors AND their #1 Fan (me) AND Jim and Dave (the Webmasters of John's, Ray's and Robby's websites) celebrate turning another year older.  Time flies.  Carpe diem.

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 November 30, 2010     John & New Orleans music project
John Densmore is a participant in the Congo Square Project, a volunteer organization dedicated to helping New Orleans musicians in need.  This is being done through a series of albums that trace the origin and development of the music from that city.  80 percent of the proceeds will be contributed to the New Orleans Musician's Clinic.  Besides John, some of the other names featured include Clem Burke, Danny Kortchmar, Levon Helm, Mike Watt, Dr. John, and many others.  Read the full story at: http://worldmusiccentral.org/2010/11/30/international-musicians-join-forces-to-support-the-new-orleans-musicians-clinic/.  For more info: http://threadheadrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-congo-square-project-sacred-ground-volume-1

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 October 30, 2010     'All Wood and Doors'
The 'All Wood and Doors' project that I wrote about on October 7, is now in the final mixing stages.  I will soon have an URL to share where the music can be heard once it is finished.  This is a CD of classic Doors songs rearranged for voices, acoustic guitars, and bass and percussion created by James Lee Stanley and Cliff Eberhardt.  Both John Densmore and Robby Krieger have contributed to this project.  Check out 'All Wood and Stones', the first project in this ilk from James Lee Stanley which covers 11 classic Rolling Stones songs: http://www.allwoodandstones.com/

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 October 28, 2010      John at L.A. rally
John Densmore is one of the speakers scheduled to appear at the L.A. companion to Jon Stewart's & Stephen Colbert's "Rally To Restore Sanity and/or Fear" rally happening in Washington D.C. on Saturday, October 30.  The L.A. version occurs at Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.   Kate Flannery of 'The Office' and comedian Paul Provenza are also scheduled speakers.  Read the source story at: http://www.ladowntownnews.com/articles/2010/10/28/entertainment/doc4cc9e2f5528af161969862.txt.  For the official site and/or to donate to the cause, go to:  http://www.restoresanityla.com/.

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 October 22, 2010     John's poetry event
John Densmore was one of the producers of 'Waiting For Jack', a live poetry event held in Santa Monica on October 16.  Here is a story about the event: http://news.wooeb.com/NewsStory.aspx?id=608157&cat=23

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 September 25, 2010     John & beat poetry event
John Densmore is one of the producers and also reads as Gary Snyder in "Waiting For Jack", a Poetry Theater Event described as a 'loose re-creation' of the historic 1955 Six Gallery poetry reading in San Francisco and other readings of the Beat Era.  This is a one-night-only event which will be held on Saturday, October 16 at Studio 1520 in Santa Monica, CA.  This info came via an e-mail blast yesterday from JohnDensmore.com and includes the press release and poster.  To see those, go here.  (thanks, Jim)

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 September 13, 2010     new DiCillo blog 
8:20 p.m.  John Densmore and Tom DiCillo, writer and director of 'When You're Strange', were together in Paris a few months back to do press for the film.  DiCillo has added new blog #83 Back Alley with pix from a playful photo session with French photographer Alexandre Isard.  Check it out at: http://www.tomdicillo.com/blog/

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 September 9, 2010      Gibson story <> Dukes Coffee Shop
Gibson's website has a new story in their 'Lifestyle' section with comments by both Robby and John about the early days.  Read it at: http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/News/doors-0909/

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 August 24, 2010       John in Huxley DVD
John Densmore is one of the contributors to 'Huxley On Huxley', a new DVD about Aldous Huxley which I reported on back in July.  The L.A. Times has a story about the DVD today.  Read it at:  http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-huxley-20100824,0,258781.story

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 August 15, 2010       John appearance in L.A.
John Densmore is appearing tonight in L.A. (at least, I think this means he is there for all appearances). Sorry for the late notice, I was finally catching up on reading last Thursday's L.A. Weekly and just spotted it, and notice this has been going on since Friday evening.  In the Poetry section under the headline 'Drumming Up Dead Beats':  Don't be expecting Doors drummer John Densmore to regale you with stories about who he and the Lizard King shtupped back in the '60s. Instead, like waiting for Elijah,he'll be trying to conjure Jack Kerouac in Waiting For Jack, a 90-minute, partly scripted, partly improvised re-creation of the historic 1955 Six Gallery poetry reading, along with other readings of the Beat era.  Kerouac may indeed be roused from the dead as Densmore reads from the works of Gary Snyder.  If that doesn't do it, noted L.A. poets will try to take on the personae of the Beat icons. (Does that mean drunk and depressed?)  Readers including Sarah Maclay, Bill Duke, Stephen J. Kalinich, Eve Brandstein, S.A. Griffin, John Harris, Jerry Garcia, Cyril O'Reilly, Michael C. Ford, Rex Weiner, Gail Wronsky and Chuck Rosenthal will speak the words of Denise Levertov, Kenneth Rexroth, Charles Bukowski, Philomene Long, Philip Whalen, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, William Carlos Williams, Allen Ginsberg, Henry Miller, Philip Lamantia, LeRoi Jones, William Burroughs and others.  Fittingly, the action takes place in a bar, so perhaps Kerouac will at least stop by for a drink.  Poets and readings change nightly.  The Short Stop, 1455 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., Fri-Sun., Aug. 13-15, 7-9:30 p.m.  $5 donation.  (213) 482-4942, waitingforjackshow@blogspot.com      

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 August 1, 2010       John's book troubles
John Densmore has another legal battle on his hands, as I first reported on July 15 based on a story posted on http://www.courthousenews.com/2010/07/15/New_Complaints.htm.  John has recently posted a statement about this on his website forum at:   Hello friends. I just want to catch you up on a recent development.  You may have heard about my new book project.  Yes, I have written a book about some recent experiences of mine in the Doors, including the actual experience of the trial with my band-mates.  It is titled “The Doors: Unhinged – Rock n’ Roll Goes Up On Trial.”  Unfortunately, without a written agreement or my authorization, a publisher announced the forthcoming publication of the book as part of its catalog, and pre-orders were even being taken on-line.  The book is basically finished, but there is no written publishing agreement.  The premature announcement of publication forced me to file a suit to prevent the unauthorized release of the book.  I am hopeful that the matter will be resolved soon, which seems to be the case, and that my literary agent will soon reach an agreement with a new publisher.  I am as excited about getting the book published and “out there” as are you to read it, but all these legal issues about publication now have to be “cleaned up”.  I’ll keep you posted, and thanks for all your continued support,  john d.  (thanks, Jim)

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