{"id":3465,"date":"2026-10-14T11:50:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T03:50:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.careforenutrition.com\/blog\/?p=3465"},"modified":"2026-10-14T11:50:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T03:50:40","slug":"what-are-all-the-doors-albums-43fa-0e5eed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.careforenutrition.com\/blog\/2026\/10\/14\/what-are-all-the-doors-albums-43fa-0e5eed\/","title":{"rendered":"What are all The Doors albums?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a music retailer, bar manager, or vinyl collector looking to stock official, high-quality copies of The Doors\u2019 discography, you\u2019ve probably spent hours sorting through bootleg pressings, mislabeled reissues, and incomplete sets that get passed off as official band releases. As a supplier that works directly with the band\u2019s official catalog (and has spent years vetting every pressing we send out to customers), I\u2019m here to break down every official studio album by The Doors\u2014plus key live and compilation releases that are worth your time to stock, and what to watch for when sourcing authentic copies for your customers. I won\u2019t waste your time with obscure fan projects or bootlegs; this is all about the official releases that matter, tied to the band who shaped 1960s rock and roll and still draw new listeners every year. Doors<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Doors formed in 1965 in Los Angeles, when Ray Manzarek (keyboards, vocals), Jim Morrison (lead vocals), Robby Krieger (guitar), and John Densmore (drums) bonded over their love of blues, psychedelia, and poetry. They signed to Elektra Records, the iconic Los Angeles label that prioritized artistic control over commercial pressure, a move that let The Doors craft albums that were equal parts experimental and addictive. Their debut album, The Doors<\/em>, released in January 1967, is the one that put them on the map\u2014you probably know the hits: \u201cLight My Fire,\u201d \u201cBreak on Through (To the Other Side),\u201d \u201cPeople Are Strange.\u201d But it\u2019s not just the singles that matter; side two\u2019s 11-minute \u201cThe End,\u201d with its apocalyptic spoken-word coda, is a masterpiece of psychedelic rock, and it\u2019s the track that got them noticed by director Francis Ford Coppola, who used it in Apocalypse Now<\/em>. As a supplier, I always make sure we have both the original mono and stereo pressings of this album for customers who care about the raw, warm sound of the 1960s, not just the remastered versions that came out in the 2000s.<\/p>\n

Next, in September 1967, came Strange Days<\/em>. This album leaned deeper into the group\u2019s surreal, atmospheric side, with Morrison\u2019s brooding vocals front and center. Standout tracks include the title track \u201cStrange Days,\u201d \u201cLove Me Two Times,\u201d and \u201cWhen the Music\u2019s Over,\u201d another epic that shows their willingness to stretch songs beyond three-minute pop lengths. What made Strange Days<\/em> different from their debut is how tightly the band gelled\u2014Manzarek\u2019s organ, Krieger\u2019s guitar, and Densmore\u2019s drums lock into a groove that feels both tense and dreamlike. For retailers, this album is a consistent seller among classic rock fans, and it\u2019s also a popular pick for new listeners who want to go deeper than the hits. A lot of bootleg versions of Strange Days<\/em> pop up on marketplaces, but as a supplier, we only source copies pressed under Elektra\u2019s original catalog numbers, so you never have to worry about sending a fake to your customers.<\/p>\n

1968 brought Waiting for the Sun<\/em>, which became The Doors\u2019 only No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, spurred by the massive success of \u201cHello, I Love You.\u201d But it\u2019s not all bubblegum rock\u2014tracks like \u201cSpanish Caravan\u201d show Krieger\u2019s Latin guitar influences, and \u201cFive to One\u201d is a menacing, political track that still resonates today. The album also has a softer side, with \u201cNot to Touch the Earth\u201d and \u201cSummer\u2019s Almost Gone\u201d highlighting Morrison\u2019s quieter, more introspective songwriting. A lot of new fans don\u2019t realize that Waiting for the Sun<\/em> was recorded during a chaotic time for the band\u2014Morrison was struggling with alcohol and fame, and the sessions were rushed to capitalize on their growing popularity. As a supplier, we make sure to note the difference between the original 1968 stereo pressing and later reissues, which often have different track order and sound quality.<\/p>\n

By the time The Soft Parade<\/em> came out in 1969, The Doors were experimenting with orchestration and brass, a move that divided critics and fans. You either love the brass-heavy \u201cTouch Me\u201d (their fourth Top 10 single) or you think it\u2019s a step away from their raw rock roots. Tracks like \u201cRunnin\u2019 Blue\u201d blend soul and psychedelia, while \u201cWaiting for the Sun\u201d (wait, no, that\u2019s the earlier album\u2014sorry, this one has \u201cTell All the People\u201d) shows the band\u2019s willingness to take creative risks. The Soft Parade<\/em> was a commercial success, but it was also the start of a period of tension between Morrison and the other members, who wanted to keep the band\u2019s sound tight and focused. For retailers, this album is a niche pick, but it\u2019s essential for any serious The Doors collection, so we always stock a mix of original pressings and affordable reissues for customers who want to add it to their library.<\/p>\n

1970\u2019s Morrison Hotel<\/em> marked a return to The Doors\u2019 bluesy, stripped-down roots, and it\u2019s often cited as one of their best albums. Gone are the orchestras and excesses of The Soft Parade<\/em>; this album is raw, gritty, and full of energy. Hits like \u201cRoadhouse Blues,\u201d \u201cPeace Frog,\u201d and \u201cBaby, Please Don\u2019t Go\u201d are staples of classic rock radio, and side two\u2019s \u201cThe End\u201d adjacent \u201cMad Eyes\u201d is a perfect example of the band\u2019s chemistry. What makes Morrison Hotel<\/em> special is that it was recorded quickly, with the band pushing each other to play with more urgency. As a supplier, this is one of our top-selling The Doors titles\u2014everyone from college students buying their first classic rock album to long-time fans picking up a vinyl copy for their shelf reaches for Morrison Hotel<\/em>. We also offer the 50th anniversary remastered version, which has bonus tracks and alternative takes, for customers who want to dig deeper.<\/p>\n

The last studio album to feature Jim Morrison is L.A. Woman<\/em>, released in April 1971, just two months before Morrison moved to Paris. This album is often called The Doors\u2019 swan song, and it\u2019s a masterpiece. Tracks like \u201cLove Her Madly,\u201d \u201cRiders on the Storm,\u201d and \u201cThe Changeling\u201d are iconic, and the album has a warm, live-in-the-studio feel that\u2019s missing from many of their earlier records. Morrison\u2019s vocals are raw and passionate, and the band locks into a groove that feels final, like they knew this would be their last record together. Tragically, Morrison died in Paris in July 1971, just a few months after L.A. Woman<\/em> came out, so this is the last studio album with the classic line-up. For retailers, L.A. Woman<\/em> is always in high demand, and we make sure we have plenty of copies in stock, as well as the expanded edition that includes bonus tracks and live recordings from the L.A. Woman<\/em> sessions.<\/p>\n

After Morrison\u2019s death, the remaining members (Manzarek, Krieger, Densmore) released three more studio albums, but they didn\u2019t feature the core line-up that fans loved. 1971\u2019s Other Voices<\/em> is the first post-Morrison album, and it\u2019s a mix of blues, rock, and even some country, but it lacks Morrison\u2019s charismatic vocals. 1972\u2019s Full Circle<\/em> is similar, with the band trying to find a new sound without Morrison, but it\u2019s largely forgotten by most fans. Then, in 1978, they released An American Prayer<\/em>, a collection of Morrison\u2019s poetry set to music by Manzarek, Krieger, and Densmore, with contributions from other musicians. It\u2019s a more experimental album, not for everyone, but it\u2019s a key part of The Doors\u2019 discography. As a supplier, we only stock these post-Morrison releases for customers who are completeists, so we don\u2019t push them as hard as the classic albums with Morrison.<\/p>\n

Beyond the studio albums, there are a number of live and compilation releases that are worth stocking. The 1970 live album Absolutely Live<\/em> captures The Doors at their peak, with Morrison\u2019s wild stage banter and powerful performances of hits like \u201cFive to One\u201d and \u201cWhen the Music\u2019s Over.\u201d The 1997 box set The Doors: Box Set<\/em> includes rare demos, live tracks, and alternative takes, and it\u2019s a must-have for serious collectors. More recently, there have been remastered box sets, like The Complete Studio Albums<\/em> (2013), which includes all six classic studio albums with Morrison, remastered in high quality. As a supplier, we make sure we have a range of options for every type of customer\u2014from budget-friendly single albums to expensive box sets for collectors.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a retailer looking to stock authentic The Doors releases, it\u2019s important to work with a supplier that vets every copy to make sure it\u2019s official. A lot of bootleg copies of classic The Doors albums pop up, especially on online marketplaces, and they often have poor sound quality or mislabeled tracks. We source all our releases directly from the official Elektra\/ Rhino catalog, so you can be sure that every copy you sell is authentic. Whether you\u2019re a small local record store looking to build your classic rock section, a bar that wants to play The Doors\u2019 music, or an online retailer shipping to customers across the country, we can work with you to get the right products at the right price.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re interested in placing an order, or learning more about our inventory of The Doors albums, we\u2019d love to hear from you. We offer bulk discounts for retailers, fast shipping, and flexible terms to meet your needs. Whether you need a dozen copies of Morrison Hotel<\/em> for your store\u2019s new release display, or a full set of classic albums for your online shop, we can help.<\/p>\n

Casement Doors<\/a> References:
\nThe Doors: The Complete Studio Albums (1967\u20131971), Rhino Entertainment, 2013.
\nManzarek, Ray, with Ramona Foster. Light My Fire: My Life with The Doors. G.P. Putnam\u2019s Sons, 1998.
\nHopkins, Jerry, and Danny Sugerman. No One Here Gets Out Alive. Warner Books, 1980.
\nBillboard 200 Chart History: The Doors. Billboard Media, 2024.<\/p>\n

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