The guys RIFF on The DOORS from July 1967 - “The Doors” album, presented by Wayne. (Soul Kitchen / The Crystal Ship / 20th Century Fox / Backdoor Man). ENTERTAINMENT TRACK: Theme from “The Monkees” TV Show. STAFF PICKS: “San Francisco” by Scott McKenzie — Brian. “Whiter Shade of Pale” by Procol Harum — Rob. “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane — Bruce. “Come on Down to My Boat” by Every Mother's Son — Wayne. LAUGH TRACK: “Grazing in the Grass” by Hugh Masekela.
With their self-titled debut, The Doors burst onto the late 1960's scene on the strength of Jim Morrison's poetry and psychedelic style. There's a dark element to the group. The band takes its name from a book by Aldous Huxley called "The Doors of Perception," and took inspiration from concepts of altered perception. Jim Morrison could not read music or play an instrument but was a poet as well as a singer. His poetry infiltrates all of The Doors music.
We hope you enjoy this radical album from a radical age.
“Soul Kitchen”
This song was a tribute to a restaurant where Jim Morrison spent a lot of time while in film school.
“Crystal Ship”
This song is the B-side from the single "Light My Fire." B-sides of popular singles often got greater air play during this time.
“20th Century Fox”
An ode to girls who've "got it" and know they've got it! You may have heard a version of this by 38th Special.
“Backdoor Man ”
This is a cover song written by Willie Dixon. The Doors change this to make it their own, using a heavy organ element.
Theme to “The Monkees”
Did you know this???? During July 1967, Jimi Hendrix left his role as opening act for The Monkees. WOW!
“San Francisco” by Scott McKenzie
Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair! This song was written by John Phillips of The Mamas and The Papas, and was used to promote the Monterrey Music Festival.
“White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane
Part Alice in Wonderland, part drug reference, part Bolero, the song “White Rabbit” is one long crescendo from beginning to end. One pill makes you larger, and one pill makes you small.
“Whiter Shade of Pale” by Procol Harum
It was all just a misunderstanding....listen to learn about the name! This tune reached number 5 on the charts in this month. The writer was inspired by Bach. We skipped the light fandango.
“Come on Down to My Boat” by Every Mother's Son
Finishing out the organ-heavy podcast, Wayne's pick became Every Mother's Son's only top 40 hit..
“Grazing in the Grass” by Hugh Masekla
I can dig it, he can dig it, she can dig it, we can dig it...can you dig it?