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40th Anniversary Commemorative Events
July 3 2011
FRANCE
PARIS
July 3 | The Doors Alive tribute band | La Cigale
As well as their faithful rendition of the timeless music of The Doors, singer Willie Morrison will also be reading some of Jim’s poems. The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation to the legendary 1960s rock gods The Doors in the world today. Buy tickets.
PARIS
July 3 | Tribute in Motion poetry reading | Père Lachaise cemetery
40 Years Gone: Jim Morrison Paris poetry reading. Père Lachaise, rue de Repos, outside La Renaissance bar. 1 pm–3 pm
PARIS
June 29–July 5, 2011 | The DCM Morrison 40th anniversary tour
The Doors Collector Magazine—in association with Cinetropic—is proud to extend this invitation to our friends world-wide for a gathering in Paris to celebrate the life and music of Jim Morrison and The Doors.
PARIS
July 1–3 | Weekend Rock Tour
Special Group Tours—Jim Morrison in Paris: Celebrate his life in Paris and pay your respects at his grave on the 40th anniversary of his death
PARIS
March 29–June 26 | Richard Prince “American Prayer” exhibit
National Library of France (BnF)—After the Musée du Louvre and the Château de Versailles where Jan Fabre’s and Jeff Koons’ works were respectively presented, the Bibliothèque nationale de France also opts for contemporary creation, inviting the worldwide famous American artist, Richard Prince. Especially well-known for his cow boy photographs illustrating Marlboro advertising campaigns and for his series of “nurse” paintings, the artist is the best at depicting the American fin de siècle. This is the first monographic exhibition on Richard Prince organised in Paris. The title “Richard Prince—American Prayer” refers to Jim Morrison’s poem. The exhibition focuses on a feature of personality never presented before. Richard Prince is a passionate booklover and a collector of American pop culture and countercultures from the 50s’ to the 80s’.
HOLLAND
AMSTERDAM
July 1 | The Doors Alive tribute band | Melkweg
As well as their faithful rendition of the timeless music of The Doors, singer Willie Morrison will also be reading some of Jim’s poems. The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation to the legendary 1960s rock gods The Doors in the world today.
USA
ENICE BEACH, CALIFORNIA
July 3 | Peace Frog tribute band | The Venice Bistro
This highly acclaimed act pays tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors by recreating the magic and intensity of a Doors concert experience. Based out of Venice, California, lead singer Tony Fernandez lives out every move of Jim Morrison on stage and delivers a powerful recreation of true likeness in presence, vocals, mannerisms and spirit. Peace Frog is the drama and rock theater that made the Doors famous. Dark and spooky, mystical and hypnotic, the band demonstrates the ability to transform any room into an actual Doors concert experience.
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
July 3 | The Double Doors tribute band | The Fulton 55
This group of musicians have been playing this music together for some time now and definitely recreate a live Doors performance better then any other group! Come out and check this out! We do’’t claim to look like the Doors nor do we try to use the same vintage equipment, we only try to recreate the sound and feeling of a live show. All that you can do now is hope for a reunion of the remaining Doors members or listen to the recordings to get back on the snake. We offer another vehicle to transport yourself to another time and place… Break on thru.
TULALIP, WASHINGTON
July 3 | The American Night tribute band | Tulalip Casino
The American Night, a Doors tribute band from Seattle, Washington, recreates the energy, myth and experience of a live Doors concert. At an American Night show, the audience steps back in time to an evening of music, poetic drama, and the unexpected. The show unfolds before the eyes of the audience who imagine they are witnessing a legendary Doors performance. The night feels surreal. “When will this dream stop?” the audience asks.
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS
July 15 | The Soft Parade tribute band | Showcase Live
Seeing The Soft Parade is like reliving the legendary concerts Jim Morrison and The Doors performed over 30 years ago. The Soft Parade is internationally recognized as one of the most authentic, realistic tribute bands working today. From the vintage musical instruments and sound equipment right down to stage clothing and hairstyles, watching The Soft Parade is as close to seeing the Doors as anyone can possibly get. They have toured 20 countries, been joined onstage by original Doors guitarist Robby Krieger and have performed hundreds of concerts worldwide.
MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK
July 16 | The Lizard King tribute band | The Bayou
The musicians duplicate the sound of The Doors but also add a modern sound and energy to the show. Enthusiastic Doors fans have consistently come back for more. Come ride the snake with Lizard King and be drawn into the world of The Doors.
CANADA
RUSSELL, ONTARIO
July 2 | Light My Fire tribute band | Russell Music Festival
Light My Fire comprises Lee M. Keeley who embodies the spirit and boisterous essence of Jim Morrison on vocals; Stephen Tippet, a keyboard veteran for hire who tickles the ivories and interprets the imaginative keyboard melodies of Ray Manzarek; Mark Sudworth, an imaginative rocker who plays Robbie Krieger’s complex string-plucking arrangements; Brian Butler, a well-seasoned rock band veteran who plays the fun and colorful bass grooves and vintage session drummer Rick Houle who plays the creative drum beats imagined by John Densmore.
AUSTRALIA
NEWCASTLE
July 3 | The Doors Experience tribute band | Live & Cookin’ at Lizotte’s
Dress in your 60s gear and remember with The Doors Experience, one of the most authentic tribute shows Australia has ever seen. This show will transport the hardest of critics back to the Whisky in 1968.
ISRAEL
TEL AVIV
July 5 | Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger | Hangar 11
40 years after Morrison’s death, remaining members of The Doors to play Tel Aviv. Two members of the 60s rock band The Doors will arrive for a one-off concert in Israel in July. The band’s keyboardist Ray Manzarek and guitarist Robby Krieger will perform at Hangar 11 at the Tel Aviv port on July 5, just two days after the 40th anniversary of lead man Jim Morrison’s demise. The concert program will include many signature songs of the now-legendary band. They will be accompanied in Israel by drummer Ty Dennis and bassist Phil Chen. Standing in for Morrison will be Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad.
RUSSIA
MOSCOW
July 7 | Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger | Crocus City Hall
Two remaining members of legendary rock group The Doors will play their first ever gig in Russia to mark the 40th anniversary of late lead singer Jim Morrison’s death.
jimmorrisonsparis.com/40th-anniversary-commemorative-events/
July 3 2011
FRANCE
PARIS
July 3 | The Doors Alive tribute band | La Cigale
As well as their faithful rendition of the timeless music of The Doors, singer Willie Morrison will also be reading some of Jim’s poems. The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation to the legendary 1960s rock gods The Doors in the world today. Buy tickets.
PARIS
July 3 | Tribute in Motion poetry reading | Père Lachaise cemetery
40 Years Gone: Jim Morrison Paris poetry reading. Père Lachaise, rue de Repos, outside La Renaissance bar. 1 pm–3 pm
PARIS
June 29–July 5, 2011 | The DCM Morrison 40th anniversary tour
The Doors Collector Magazine—in association with Cinetropic—is proud to extend this invitation to our friends world-wide for a gathering in Paris to celebrate the life and music of Jim Morrison and The Doors.
PARIS
July 1–3 | Weekend Rock Tour
Special Group Tours—Jim Morrison in Paris: Celebrate his life in Paris and pay your respects at his grave on the 40th anniversary of his death
PARIS
March 29–June 26 | Richard Prince “American Prayer” exhibit
National Library of France (BnF)—After the Musée du Louvre and the Château de Versailles where Jan Fabre’s and Jeff Koons’ works were respectively presented, the Bibliothèque nationale de France also opts for contemporary creation, inviting the worldwide famous American artist, Richard Prince. Especially well-known for his cow boy photographs illustrating Marlboro advertising campaigns and for his series of “nurse” paintings, the artist is the best at depicting the American fin de siècle. This is the first monographic exhibition on Richard Prince organised in Paris. The title “Richard Prince—American Prayer” refers to Jim Morrison’s poem. The exhibition focuses on a feature of personality never presented before. Richard Prince is a passionate booklover and a collector of American pop culture and countercultures from the 50s’ to the 80s’.
HOLLAND
AMSTERDAM
July 1 | The Doors Alive tribute band | Melkweg
As well as their faithful rendition of the timeless music of The Doors, singer Willie Morrison will also be reading some of Jim’s poems. The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation to the legendary 1960s rock gods The Doors in the world today.
USA
ENICE BEACH, CALIFORNIA
July 3 | Peace Frog tribute band | The Venice Bistro
This highly acclaimed act pays tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors by recreating the magic and intensity of a Doors concert experience. Based out of Venice, California, lead singer Tony Fernandez lives out every move of Jim Morrison on stage and delivers a powerful recreation of true likeness in presence, vocals, mannerisms and spirit. Peace Frog is the drama and rock theater that made the Doors famous. Dark and spooky, mystical and hypnotic, the band demonstrates the ability to transform any room into an actual Doors concert experience.
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
July 3 | The Double Doors tribute band | The Fulton 55
This group of musicians have been playing this music together for some time now and definitely recreate a live Doors performance better then any other group! Come out and check this out! We do’’t claim to look like the Doors nor do we try to use the same vintage equipment, we only try to recreate the sound and feeling of a live show. All that you can do now is hope for a reunion of the remaining Doors members or listen to the recordings to get back on the snake. We offer another vehicle to transport yourself to another time and place… Break on thru.
TULALIP, WASHINGTON
July 3 | The American Night tribute band | Tulalip Casino
The American Night, a Doors tribute band from Seattle, Washington, recreates the energy, myth and experience of a live Doors concert. At an American Night show, the audience steps back in time to an evening of music, poetic drama, and the unexpected. The show unfolds before the eyes of the audience who imagine they are witnessing a legendary Doors performance. The night feels surreal. “When will this dream stop?” the audience asks.
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS
July 15 | The Soft Parade tribute band | Showcase Live
Seeing The Soft Parade is like reliving the legendary concerts Jim Morrison and The Doors performed over 30 years ago. The Soft Parade is internationally recognized as one of the most authentic, realistic tribute bands working today. From the vintage musical instruments and sound equipment right down to stage clothing and hairstyles, watching The Soft Parade is as close to seeing the Doors as anyone can possibly get. They have toured 20 countries, been joined onstage by original Doors guitarist Robby Krieger and have performed hundreds of concerts worldwide.
MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK
July 16 | The Lizard King tribute band | The Bayou
The musicians duplicate the sound of The Doors but also add a modern sound and energy to the show. Enthusiastic Doors fans have consistently come back for more. Come ride the snake with Lizard King and be drawn into the world of The Doors.
CANADA
RUSSELL, ONTARIO
July 2 | Light My Fire tribute band | Russell Music Festival
Light My Fire comprises Lee M. Keeley who embodies the spirit and boisterous essence of Jim Morrison on vocals; Stephen Tippet, a keyboard veteran for hire who tickles the ivories and interprets the imaginative keyboard melodies of Ray Manzarek; Mark Sudworth, an imaginative rocker who plays Robbie Krieger’s complex string-plucking arrangements; Brian Butler, a well-seasoned rock band veteran who plays the fun and colorful bass grooves and vintage session drummer Rick Houle who plays the creative drum beats imagined by John Densmore.
AUSTRALIA
NEWCASTLE
July 3 | The Doors Experience tribute band | Live & Cookin’ at Lizotte’s
Dress in your 60s gear and remember with The Doors Experience, one of the most authentic tribute shows Australia has ever seen. This show will transport the hardest of critics back to the Whisky in 1968.
ISRAEL
TEL AVIV
July 5 | Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger | Hangar 11
40 years after Morrison’s death, remaining members of The Doors to play Tel Aviv. Two members of the 60s rock band The Doors will arrive for a one-off concert in Israel in July. The band’s keyboardist Ray Manzarek and guitarist Robby Krieger will perform at Hangar 11 at the Tel Aviv port on July 5, just two days after the 40th anniversary of lead man Jim Morrison’s demise. The concert program will include many signature songs of the now-legendary band. They will be accompanied in Israel by drummer Ty Dennis and bassist Phil Chen. Standing in for Morrison will be Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad.
RUSSIA
MOSCOW
July 7 | Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger | Crocus City Hall
Two remaining members of legendary rock group The Doors will play their first ever gig in Russia to mark the 40th anniversary of late lead singer Jim Morrison’s death.
jimmorrisonsparis.com/40th-anniversary-commemorative-events/
