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Absolute Best Live Doors Record To Own on Vinyl and Why

Looking for records from The Doors on vinyl is going to be confusing.
The Lizard King and his band were prolific in releasing records, and you're going to have a hard time narrowing things down.
Regardless of how you feel about Jim Morrison and the band, you are going to want to pick up at least one of their live recordings, as we are living in a great time for music.
If you are going to purchase only one of their recent releases, you are going to want to look no further than a performance that was originally recorded in 1968.
The Rock Comes To The Hollywood Bowl "Live At The Bowl '68" is the best from The Doors.
That's right, it's the absolute stunner from the band and it's not only loud, it's still one of the best recordings from any band.
What makes this one a great option is not so much that it captured the band in an exciting moment in time, but that it was also on camera.
This classic rock experience not only starts with a serious sonic yell, it flows through waves of musical prowess, keyboards that won't quit, and that incredible tone that the band would bolster into a successful run in the history of rock music.
In the pantheon of musical acts, few can really match up with this live offering, and it stands tall amongst a lot of vinyl records today.
Recently it was pressed in 180 gram wax.
For those that aren't familiar with this style, it's a much heavier grain.
It's heavier, and music lovers can play it a lot longer without scratches.
When you actually lift the product, you will denote the weight is much more than your average piece, and the treatment that has been given to the latest release of this album is impressive.
The Full Concert Presented on 180 Gram Vinyl If that is not enough of a draw for you, consider that the band's complete performance is now available.
Previously, in the 1980s the album was truncated into a release of only a few of the songs from the night.
Then upon subsequent releases, it was chopped, remastered, edited, and so much more.
Before the remarkable push of this grand selection from the Hollywood Bowl, their New York City shows would take the hat.
However, after listening to this album again and again, it's clear that the sonic boom that opens up the epic nights of this show, exemplifies what fans and even critics admire about rock and roll from past, present, and dare I say future.
Arguments Abound For Vinyl vs.
Blu Ray
The audiophile will definitely be thrilled with the vinyl treatment that has been given to this release.
However, those that love video and lossless audio will swear by the Blu Ray edition of this performance.
Whichever you'd prefer is up to you, but one thing is for sure, the best Doors record you can buy on wax is without a shadow of a doubt "Live at the Bowl '68".
If you are going to buy only 1 live album from this band, make it the Hollywood Bowl performance.
Just one listen and you'll be a believer.


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