Five Mean Years of The Doors

Soundcheck | Dec 8, 2011

In their five years as a band, The Doors made a deep impression on rock ‘n’ roll. Today: Music critic and cultural historian Greil Marcus discusses his new book about today’s relevancy of the short-lived, yet explosive band. Plus: A live performance from blues-rock band Blitzen Trapper.

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