Robby Krieger
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Robert Alan Krieger, born January 8, 1946, in Los Angeles, is a musical performer and The Doors guitarist. He attended UCLA. “The first music I heard that I liked was Peter and the Wolf. I accidentally sat and broke the record (I was about seven). Then I listened to rock ‘n’ roll – I listened to the radio a lot – Fats Domino, Elvis, The Platters.
“I started surfing at fourteen. There was lots of classical music in my house. My father liked march music. There was a piano at home. I studied trumpet at ten, but nothing came of it. Then I started playing blues on the piano?no lessons though. When I was seventeen, I started playing guitar. I used my friend’s guitar. I didn’t get my own until I was eighteen. It was a Mexican flamenco guitar. I took flamenco lessons for a few months. I switched around from folk to flamenco to blues to rock ‘n’ roll.
“Records got me into the blues. Some of the newer rock ‘n’ roll, such as the Paul Butterfield Blues Band. If it hadn’t been for Butterfield going electric, I probably wouldn’t have gone rock ‘n’ roll.
I didn’t plan on rock ‘n’ roll. I wanted to learn jazz; I got to know some people doing rock ‘n’ roll with jazz, and I thought I could make money playing music. In rock ‘n’ roll you can realize anything that you can in jazz or anything. There’s no limitation other than the beat. You have more freedom than you do in anything except jazz – which is dying – as far as making any money is concerned.
“In The Doors we have both musicians and poets, and both know of each other’s art, so we can effect a synthesis. In the case of Tim Buckley or Dylan you have one man’s ideas. Most groups today aren’t groups. In a true group all the members create the arrangements among themselves.”
Most people know Robby Krieger as the consummate music artist in his role as former guitar player and songwriter of the legendary band The Doors.
What shouldnβt be surprising is that creativity has no boundaries and many times artistic expression will spill over into more then one medium for the artist.
Robby Krieger is no exception as demonstrated in his creation of a collection of spectacular, never-before-seen works of artβ¦now available to art lovers and Robby fans.
Now, through the charity services organization, ART FOR A CAUSE, limited edition, giclee prints of his beautiful paintings will, for the first time, be available to the fans of Robby Krieger.
βI hope my paintings brings joy and love to art lovers for many years to come.β – Robby Krieger
For anyone who attended this year's Medlock-Krieger event, you'll remember it as a bittersweet night as it was the first time without Scotty Medlock, who passed away just over a year ago. But it was also a celebration of Scotty, who along with Robby, have been putting on this event to benefit charities such as St. Jude and the Pat Tillman Foundation. Take a look at this incredible gallery by Robby's photographer Jill Jarrett. Thanks Jill for capturing the event, and thanks to all the fans and artists who showed up to support Scotty.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.οΏΌ Great οΏΌ images for a beautiful eventοΏΌ!!! miss you Scotty!! memory eternal brother!!οΏΌ thank you Robby for keeping it going!!!οΏΌ
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Great event this year. Glad I could be part of it.
Wow Jill!!! You have such a gift. I missed seeing all of you this year. Just sad without Scotty and Phil. heartbreaking.
Thanks Robby !!! You rock π€πΆπΈ
Thank you Robbyπ§‘
Very cool π pics Robbie the coolest
I want to be there next year.
Increíble Robby.....
Lerxst Alert !!!
Thank you Jill Jarrett for capturing these memories and the wonderful event. Thanks you Robby Krieger for your generous heart and giving soul. We know that you lost a best friend in Scotty Medlock and we will never let his memory die!β€οΈ
Special thanks to all of the Doors fans who contacted us and sent us their memories and photos of the Doors concerts they attended in the '60s and '70s. The response was overwhelming, and you will soon see their first-person reviews in The Doors' official mobile app: The Doors.ai!
For those who didn't see the original post, we are trying to gather as many Doors concert memories as possible so future generations of Doors fans can experience what it was like to see The Doors live! So if you attended a Doors concert in the 1960s or 1970s, please email us at david@thedoors.com with your memories. And if you took photos or have ticket stubs, we'd love to feature them as well!
The below photo was contributed by Robert Haimer and Billy Mumy, who attended The Doors concert at the Aquarius Theater in 1969. They both also contributed reviews and personal stories to the app.
My friend took photos of Jim in 1967 at the Devonshire Meadows Raceway. He blew up one of the negs and created this amazing 9 foot mural on my wall. I’m a lucky girl! β€οΈ
It was a privilege & honor to finally meet you guys at Tower Records in Hollywood at the release of The Doors BoxSet back in 1997….. I will forever cherish…. Lived The Doors then & still do to this day…. Break On Through
Saw the 21st century Doors with Ian Asbury in London years ago. Very awesome. π
Born in ‘68 in Hollywood, and not far from all the clubs where The Doors performed, I missed all the concerts, but the music, videos, books and poetry have been life altering. Thank you Robby!
You’re a good band! You’re a VERY good band!
Here's my interview of Robby and Ray a few years back! youtu.be/yYOmr6o4QZY
I was born and raised on the Doors, too young to see a show though. I have listened to The Doors daily since the early 80's! My all time favorite. Catching one of your shows at The Whiskey is still on my bucket list. I can't wait for this β€
I was a bit too young, but I'm 55 now and for the last 45 years I've enjoyed the music, it's very Profound, Thank You!
Wow that’s an awesome pic of Jim. Nice pic mate
First time I saw them is person was at the Tower Records on Sunset Blvd in 98' when they released the 4 disc box set. Such an honor to meet them, shake their hands and get the set, the booklet signed. Even met the late Danny Sugerman that night. Also saw the Harley Davidson 100th Anniversary Doors of the 21st Century at the California Speedway in Fontana in 2003. The Day of the Doors in Venice in 2017 too...
With the combined talent of Robby and Ray and Jim and John, the Doors music is timeless and eternal. Each band member contributed to the incredible music that even younger generations are discovering . I listen to their music even after fifty years and it never gets old. The Doors are forever.
Awesome! I had the privilege of seeing you and Ray play a show in Detroit on 11/11/2011 - absolutely amazing!
I was too young to attend a doors concert but I’ve seen a lot of footage and wish Id been there! I would have given anything to have seen them in person!
I played in a band in high school that played the Doors music. A very special band !
Thank you thank you thank you and hope more doors fans share their pictures and memories just can’t get enough of this band im 44 been with them since I was 11 years old never left your side every time Robby comes into Pittsburgh I’m there thank you thank you thank you
Wow Jim not wearing his leathers
Was that Billy Mumy as Lost in Space Billy Mumy? Was he even old enough to be there?
Was unfortunately born in the ‘90s, so won’t ever get the opportunity to see ‘em! But my favourite band, Robby inspired me to start electric guitar, (after playing acoustic all my life), and some say that I have a way with words, with my poetry and songs, and that I look a bit like Pam. β€οΈ
Saw the Doors of the 21st Century in Glasgow SECC in 2004 was in total awe seeing Robbie and Ray an absolutely amazing night would have loved to seen Jim Morrison back in the day too my fave band ever β€οΈ
I got turned on to The Doors as a teenager in the 1990's. I would give anything to be able to go back in time and catch a show live, and in their prime! Must have been amazing!
Starting to look like Jerry!
I have always loved "The Doors" you guys were definitely ahead of your time.
I’ve had this for years a co- worker who lived in Lockport,NY got this signed for me , I’ll never get rid of this , thank you
I first started listening to the doors about 30 years ago, still my favourite band, went to Jim’s grave 1990 when you could still sit around it , had a great time in Paris, spent two weeks just at the grave fantastic days, never get bored listening to the music
Wow ... that's a great pic of Jim. I was too young to attend a Doors concert. I listen to your music daily and have a fair amount of your music, memorabilia. Thanks, Robby
Robby Krieger Event Alert! For those of you in the Los Angeles area, be sure to join Robby at the annual "Medlock-Krieger Golf, Art Show & Guitars" event on October 24/25. For all details, click here! themedlockkrieger.org/
Here is a review of this amazing night with photos!! www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid021Sp3axoTEUUYWTUQgWQ9ZptkNVSksMyEUWaGvSBXiLJkTSv9...
Would love to go No wheels Alas
isnt that the one chuckie does ?
NYC...PLEASE!! OR DO A LIVESTREAM!!
In September, Robby went back to where it all began.. the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, and played two sold-out shows at the famous Whisky A Go-Go. Were any of you lucky enough to see these once-in-a-lifetime shows? Robby's photographer Jill Jarrett was on hand to memorialize both nights. Check out her incredible gallery below!
www.facebook.com/jill.jarrett.14/posts/pfbid02Vdvd1mmrNNSuB8fBhDy5ePyjknJAj2JKoA6tLXNVxrQdPh8BzAH...
I came from London specifically for this show on the 25th. I still can't believe it happened, it was such a moment, and it was pure joy. ππποΈ. I even got Robbys set list, and pick. Met some lovely people. Thank you allβ
I did. Traveled from Arizona to see him
Was there for 2nd night, great show!! Hope you come back!
I wasn’t a these particular ones but attended several different events.Soul Savage at Santa Monica Pier & Canyon Club & Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill Jazz , Birthday Bash too
We did not see Robbie at the Whiskey, but we’re supremely blessed to see him in Pensacola, Florida on this tour. Phenomenal. Phenomenal. Phenomenal.
Would so loved to had been to that.I travelled from New Zealand 9 years ago and went in to check the Whiskey out.What a neat place.Maybe travel back one day to a concert there.π€
The Monday show was incredible! They played for over 3 hours straight!! π
Love the pants!! I was going to fly out to LA to see the show at The Whiskey A Go-Go but Covid variant too contagious π· at that time.
Awesome photos!!…I hope they release these shows on CD or Vinyl that would be cool
Love! You rock Jill!
Great photo! Krieger!!!
My twin brother and I were lucky enough to open for u at the arcada theater near chicago this year. We were also lucky enough to play the whisky one night and played a number of doors songs. Your the best Robby!
Stage front right, in front of you, on 26th!! Awesome show!! ππ
It was amazing !!
Loved guitars because of him.
A true legend! Robby is amazing and a true God!
I was there for the first night … can’t wait to check these out β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
That would of been Great !!!! When is he coming to the East Coast !!!!!βββπ€π€β€β€
Love you always Robby Krieger ! Wish I was there but Idid see you with The Doors of the 21st Century in Seattle!
Wished I could of seen that show , going to the wiskey is on my bucket list
No. Though I Booked Bands at the Whiskey a Go Go; The Roxy, The Central; Madame Wongs West & The Troubadour 30yrs ago.
I know the Whisky has awesome video set up, hope to see it
Oooh, would have loved to hear that.
Always been a dream of mine to meet Robby! He is the best of the best!
Took pictures with me my girlfriend signed CD posters talk long time great guy
Calling all old-school, OG Doors fans who saw The Doors live back in the day! We are gathering more first-hand concert reviews to include in The Doors official app, The Doors.ai. If you, or someone you know attended a Doors concert in the 1960s or 1970s, please let us know here or email us at david@thedoors.com. We'd love to talk to you and include your reviews in the app! The above photo is from a set of photos contributed by Alice Villanueva Morris, who saw The Doors live at Devonshire Downs in July 1967! Hope to hear from you soon!
And soon we will be asking for reviews of Ray, Robby and John shows in the 80s, 90s and 2000s, so get ready!!
Thanks to all who have contributed!
The times I’ve been asked: if I could go back in time for one thing, what would it be? I always answer: to see The Doors in concert!! Jim passed when I was 1 year old unfortunately and I’ve loved the band since I was 12 β€οΈ
The Doors was my life during the 90’and 2000 years, i saw just the The Doors of the 21th Century , here π±πΊ for a Concert Luxemburg-City with Ray, John , Robby and Ian ! Unforgettable concert π
I shall complete my time machine and travel back tonight. See you tomorrow.
Met John at Kent State for a book signing and got to see Ray and Robbie at the House of Blues in Cleveland. Some of my all time favorite memories.
I wish I got to see The Doors with Jim! But I did see you and Ray at The Whisky with Dave Brock! Would be happy to review when you need π
One could only wish to have such an experience π
I was born in '73 so I missed out! (My Mama says I was born too late in life & I missed my era). I was 14 when I fell in love with The Doors. I was riding around with some friends, listening to I95 (used to be a classic rock station) and I heard this sound that just.....hit me...then I heard this voice "Keep your eyes on the road your hands upon the wheel....." and that was it! I was hooked!! Been a fan every since buying tapes, tshirts, that one record I found years ago (I keep looking), CD box sets, books, the movie (VHS, CD, Blu Ray lol). In April of 2018 I got to go to Venice Beach, Santa Monica and The Whisky!!! Oh, I thought I was in Heaven!! Been trying to get back since!!
Soooo would have loved to experience one of their concerts.Loved their music for ever.π€
Man I wish I coulda been around to see them! π
I was born in 75, so I missed out unfortunately. I'm planning on going to L.A one day and see where it all started
Love The Doors π§‘β€οΈ Love From Bangladesh
Unfortunately I never got to see the Doors live but I did get a chance to see Doors of the 21st Century here in π¨π¦ and also Robbie Krieger live in Toronto at the El Mocambo bar. Both were awesome.ππ―π΅πΆ
Not so much an "I saw them live" salute, but something for the hardcore collector: On a trip to New York City in 1968 (when Waiting For The Sun had just been released), I was in a dime store (Woolworth's, if I remember correctly). They had a rack of pre-recorded mini cassettes, including one with four tracks that included Soul Kitchen and Take It As It Comes. Bought it for $1.88. I've had MANY offers since then to take it off of my hands. Not a chance.
I think most of them are dead.All that is left is us who were born around 1969 and heard the music playing from your generation.When I was 14 I was a Doors freak.I remember being in an 1966 impala ragtop in 1974 listening to light my fire and LA. woman.Most kids do not get their own stereo till they are a teenager,And that is when the magic happens.I learned guitar from listening to the doors.I think when the musics over break on thru and waiting for the sun were the first metal songs,even before sabbath.When was break on thru written 1965 66?All I know is it led me to play heavy metal.I actually have a version of Waiting for the sun with drop D tuning its baddass.
Wow I’d a bee been so lucky 1981 I woke up to the intro of light my fire playing in the lounge , in a daze and 10 years old I walked down and into the chorus… blown away 50 now and still love ( visited LA and the spots) visited Paris and got my one to one with Jim if only for 28 uninterrupted seconds
Great! I met Robby the first time at Navy Pier. Then I saw him and Ray when they were the Doors of the 21st Century with Ian Astbury from the Cult at the Congress Theater in Chicago. They sounded great too! I saw Robby again at the Double Door and later at the City Winery.
The Doors single handedly started my love of music and my journey through life. Looking forward to the app. Thank you. πΆ
Hi there I'm here in nz and never saw Jim or any of you robby and Ray but have all ways been a fan I have Jim tattoo on my back I resantly whent to doors live tribute band from UK the singer looks a lot like Jim closest I'll ever get I don't think I no any one that doest love or identifi with the doors music and Jim's life all the best matt
My first band, GreyLock Mansion, specialized in performing Doors ‘just like the record’ with baritone Merl Reagle (the all -time foremost) crossword puzzle guru on lead vocals.
Sir, how wonderful does it feel to know that you are a part of true greatness? A form of inspirational art. Simply said " the best of the best".
Any chance your coming to Perth , loved seeing you there with Ray Ian , fantastic experience man
What a great idea Robby. I can't wait to see the reviews
I sadly was not alive back in the day but I do love the doors and I listened to them a lot in college!
It’s always been a dream of mine to meet you Robby and just thank you for all your inspiring art and genius that you blessed upon us via The Doors and your solo works, man. God bless sir.
First listening doors in june 1983, i was 11, and immediately fell in love with them. Alabama song/whiskey bar β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ