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 shouldn’t 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 art…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.
“I hope my paintings brings joy and love to art lovers for many years to come.” – Robby Krieger
Be sure to check out Maggie LePique of KPFK's interview with Robby Krieger today (October 13) between 11:00am-12noon PT. You can listen online at www.kpfk.org
Perfect timing ~ thanks Robby, you rock ✌🏼
Robby what's the best slide do you use thank you
Great new interview on Billboard!
Robby Krieger Aims to Get 'Closer to the Truth' About The Doors With His First Memoir
www.billboard.com
Robby Krieger's 'Set the Night on Fire: Living, Dying, and Playing Guitar with the Doors' publishes on Oct. 12 through Little, Brown.YOUR band The DOORS are a total inspiration to me since my young years of 1990's . . Every Album has something to give. great song writing and lyrics and the backline and real in the moment performance.
I have been a Doors Fan since 1967 and there isnt much that I havent read. In the end what a fan wants to read is the truth and in saying that Im sure all intellegent fans dumped the Oliver Stone version. I personally feel that the truth will definately come out in Robbys book as he as always struck me as a straight down the line guy. I live in Australia and pre ordered the book as soon as I was able to do so and Im really looking forward to receiving it over the next few weeks. Great work Robby and power to you mate.
Finally, someone wants to put out the truth. Not Hollywood but what really happened! I’m sorry the Doors movie got a lot wrong. Tell us how it really was Robby.
You've made the myths! It would be great to hear your point of view. Do it Robbie! 😊
I just finished listening to the audio version of Robby’s book. Great book. One of the best I have ever heard. I really liked the informal non-sequential approach. The narrator is excellent. Listening to it was like sitting down with a buddy and reminiscing over a few beers. His book is honest and humorous. I liked getting the straight skinny on what Jim Morrison was really like. A real bonus for me was discovering that Robby is a great guy and has not become arrogant. I am going to make every effort to see his live show even it means traveling. Robby if you read this I hope your band comes to Detroit!
Tell it Robby!
Do it Robby! Do it!
Man, you are a legend! God bless you...and thanks for everything you did!
I love singing doors songs and I've been told I sound like the radio when I sing them
Your music has been my guide the doors since 1991 I’m 51
looking forward to this a more honest insight will be happening
great-way to go Robbie.
Best god damn American rock band.
Can’t wait to get my hands on your book!
Robby Krieger , Looking forward to this read. My adult kids too. You guys " The Doors " will always be for eternity. Thanks Robby.
An Robby Krieger keep pursing your work it a very important part of your life I think
Looking forward to it...
I took these pic when I saw u at the Nikon Theater in NYC
Let it out man don’t hold back
Great read thanks and keep on rockin
Cannot wait to read this. 🔥👏
Robby Krieger my son and I are coming to see u. Saw u with Ray about 12 years back at The Nikon Theater in NYC. Can’t wait to see u again and have my 17 yr old son join me. He’s a huge fan
You going to be doing a book signing? Or is that pre-covid wishful thinking?
YAY Robbie!!
Hope your memoir unfolds an blossoms well for you Robby Krieger
Check out multiple events going on this week around the release of Robby's memoir on the 12th! See below for the link to order the book if you haven't done that yet. You'll be glad you did!
store.thedoors.com/collections/newest-additions/products/robby-krieger-set-the-night-on-fire-livi...
Got my copy. Robbie, keep putting out those great videos on You Tube. Love to see your playing style. Congratulations on the book!
Got my "signed" edition from B&N just today , SADLY, THEY ARE AUTOPENED ! So disappointed; so disingenuous .
Halfway through the book: a terrific read. Thank you, Robby, for sharing some of your memories with all of us 🎵🎵
Good luck with the signings. Ordered a bookplate copy for my daughter in Scotland.
My copy got the LA Woman style! 😎
Got My signed copy in the mail today. Thanks Robby
Chicago loves The Doors🤠
I'm about 3/4 finished reading and Holy Crap. Robby really lays it right out there. Not just debunking the lies but also opening up abut his own past demons. I've read Ray's & John's and Danny's books but Robby's is levels above all those. Congratulation Robby on a truly truthful accounting of The Doors and yourself
Got my signed, non bookplate copy yesterday!! Thanks a million and the book is fascinating!!
Will you come in Montréal? Pleeeease!
Can't wait to read! Signed copies by any chance? Thanks Robby!
Pls come Poland Robby ❤️
Any signed copies ?
Robby Krieger come back in Rome…. I have see you and Ray in 2012 ….
Το περιμένουμε με ενδιαφέρον!
Ven a México, Robby ♡♡♡♡
Can’t wait for your book. So on today’s date October 12, 1967 The Doors played a show at the Surf Club in Hull, MA. Do you remember anything about that date Robby?
Hey Doug Smith
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Robby Krieger is a man who was Jim Morrison’s guitarist!! This man rolled with the greatest baddest most dangerous frontman of rock!! And Robby wrote sexy songs like light my fire and touch me for Jim to sing!! God bless you Robby!! Hope to see you in Boston!
I want a signed copy Robby.
Auto pen really??
Just got mine!
Thank you, Robby!!!
Utah needs you!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Pre-order Robby's upcoming memoir "Set The Night On Fire"! In stores October 12, 2021.
Set the Night on Fire: Living, Dying and Playing Guitar with the Doors by Robby Krieger - Books
www.hachette.com.au
In his first book ever, legendary Doors guitarist, Robby Krieger, one of Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time," opens up about The Doors' meteoric career, his own darkest moment...Scott Nicholson Grant Nicholson
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Join Robby Krieger and co-author Jeff Alulis for a special
@Reddit
AMA celebrating Robby's new book SET THE NIGHT ON FIRE, coming October 12th.
Tune in to the AMA TODAY at 2PM PST here: reddit.com/r/IAmA
Do you ever get so tired of being asked about Jim,when YOU were the one that obviously had the most raw talent? Geez...YOU wrote all the hits,and don't EVEN get me started on Light My Fire...YOU, ROBBIE KRIEGER,are the most unsung heroic rock star of all time.HELLO,I LOVE YOU ROBBIE!!!♥️
Not only can you play, you play what's beautiful. You have a great ear for Beauty, and you and the lads cooked up some pretty good tunes. Saw The Doors twice in '68, love you forever.
Hello Robby, will you release the full flamingo solo that was cut out of Spanish Caravan? We’d love to hear the whole piece!
When are you coming to Club XL Live in Harrisburg, PA? Come on Robby Light my Fire! Come with The Ultimate Doors out of Ohio!
Robby Krieger, my question for you, is would you like to put a piece together? I have these lyrics that have been waiting to find music to go with them, since my Super Doors & Jim Fan Mom, that went to Heaven in 1995. Not sure if you would like to, but if you actually interested & it's really you, I would love to make it happen for my Mom & I Know Jim would love it too. Thank you Robby for all that you do🔥
I just want to thank you for all the great music!🎶❤
Hey Robby, I met you briefly in 06 I believe it was in Edmonton. Just wondering if there were any audio or visual recordings of that tour?
Listening to "Light my Fire" your solo, change my whole perception of music. Also Ray organ solo.. I can listen to it over and over. Thanks for the inspiration 🙌
Mr Krieger, ask you anything ? .... Were you happy with Oliver Stones movie ? You worked on the set ... Were you happy with the way you were represented on the film ? Looking fwd to your book ... Johns book riders on the storm was really good , read it twice .... the doors are my favourite band ever .... Thankyou sir 🙏
Hi Robby, I have all the records. Must ask you. When you recorded them. Was it hard work and compromising in the group and the record company to reach the final result. You broke new ground. Wear it at the expense of something. And do you still have all the studio recordings. By that I mean demo and footage between it the final version. It's about 8 microphone recordings. With best regards Ulf Bylund from Sweden.
No questions... just thankyou, you and your singing guitar makes me feel happy. Very big gratitude to you Robbie.
ok i'll bite.. when are you going to let me sing for you. i tried to get on the stage when i opened for you in niagara falls many years ago now.. but we couldnt make it happen even tho; i was in a doors tribute also at the time. i channel jim better than anyone, and my pipes are solid at 56 yrs old.
My question to you because I've followed you for years and was wondering how much acid were you doing back in the day ? And what kind ? Blotter..paper ?
Hi Robby, How did you compose. How can I imagine that. Was there a topic that concerned you all four or individually, or a personal experience. How long did it take you to write a song. Which was particularly time consuming. Thank you for your songs, Robby.
I wanna get that book before I head to Paris, France, in a couple weeks. 😉
Moonlight drive is the best
Absolutely awesome..thank you for all the music
My name is Yann Lecomte and I became a musician after listenning to your fantastic band… I also was touch by the voice and style of the lezard king ( and I can do anithing ) Got all he’s poetry in an huged book… But Robby, we also meet us !!! For a memory concert, and we had a hand chake during your show!…. 🤘🏻😜🤘🏻😘
Man im really bummed out that i missed riders on the storms show in Paris.. I love the Doors its my favourite band i just want to Thank you for all the groovy tunes Robby Krieger
Question: what's your opinion of what Jim would have done if he returned from Paris? Another album, done with The Doors, etc.
Hey Robby. Love the music. When are you coming to Wisconsin?
Btw I saw the doors live summer of 72 on Boston Common. I thought Ray stole the show on vocals and playing bass on keyboards.
You are my Idol Mr. Krieger...I would like to know Why you don't use a pick and if that's part of your particular sound?
I would like to ask: What was the most funniest memorable gig with Jim?
If you had to redo the Doors ,would you have a bass player?