John Paul Densmore (born December 1, 1944) is an American musician. 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. [1]

Jan 20, 2021 · The Doors drummer John Densmore will always be known for the famous beats he laid down on the band's original albums. Densmore is very proud of the music he created with the band and his relationship with its iconic, outspoken, and wild frontman, Jim Morrison.

Nov 30, 2023 · Doors drummer John Densmore on the legal battle between bandmates at the heart of his new book 'The Doors Unhinged' and his role in protecting the legacy of Jim Morrison.

Dec 1, 2024 · John Densmore is one of Rock's most unique drummers, he has developed a personal technique in which he blends among other styles Jazz, Tribal beats and Rock. With The Doors he became famous and scored several hits during the late 1960's.

Densmore joined Manzarek and Krieger for The Doors’ induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. He has since authored articles for The Nation, The Guardian, Rolling Stone and Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribnue, Huffington Post, and Utne Magazine.

Feb 7, 2024 · John Densmore took the spotlight at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA) last week to celebrate the release of his new book, The Doors Unhinged, with a discussion and Q&A. The legendary rock drummer explored the rise and …

A detailed overview of John Densmore, The Doors' drummer, including his influences, career, early life, relationships and legacy.