He seems like such a nice, regular guy. Love the interview where he says he was a jazz snob and hated rock and roll - ha ha! Very honest, and self-deprecating.
Why on Earth did he not participate in the Doors reunion? Anybody know - was he asked?
I really like this guy HE is a VERY Intelligent man :-) HE is the type of arty drummer I absolutely LOVE to work with both when working as a bassist and guitarist /writer..I'm think I would really get along with him because he is a true artist.. Neat guy.
I was drumming in '64, my path has taken me from drums to guitar to bass to percussion. I always incorporate the beat in my playing...not matter what instrument. John Densmore at that time in my life was a one of those drummers that I listened to. He was a source of what I continue to play... along with many others.
@glisnake oh holy shit! i didn't realise that your musical achievements were equal to or more successful than The Doors!!?!?!?!? wow, sorry i underestimated you, which huge band were u in then?? maybe pink floyd? or even Led Zeppelin!? are u really John Bonham?? did he not really die?? WAS IT ALL A HOAX!?!?....
@glisnakeI would have never guessed that jason bonham was such an ignorant asshole. you are not jason bonham, you are sad man!! by the way, I love John Densmore's unique style and sound, those who agree give a thumbs up.
John u are my idol I wish to see you in person someday plus there's a music festival u might be attending? My Drumline got invited to it look for me ( black guy on tenors)
I was once in a Rock band (as a bassist) with a drummer who was heavily funk leaning but professed his 'love' of rock (he just liked that we pulled crowds in retrospect).
He always snubbed Dens as a lesser whenever I mentioned stuff the latter did as suggestion to a song idea drum wise.
Long story short, we did some doors covers to audition a singer and Mr.Funk struggled to get the nuance. After that whenever I wanted to piss him off i said "Do it like Densmore man, its easy like you said".lol
You need to tell us who is Bill Loyer. I am convinced without a shadow of a doubt that it is Jim Morrison formerly of the DOORS. People have been begging for an answer but the DOORS totally avoid it. I have a dream that Ray, Robbie and John will end up in prison.
I can see why he prefers 7A sticks. Great idea for his style.
steve51704000 1 month ago
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN!!
DXhardy831 3 months ago
You'are the best drummer John Densmore :)
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He seems like such a nice, regular guy. Love the interview where he says he was a jazz snob and hated rock and roll - ha ha! Very honest, and self-deprecating.
Why on Earth did he not participate in the Doors reunion? Anybody know - was he asked?
tacomadc 3 months ago
John u are one of my biggest heroes. And i'm not a drummer. i don't even know how to hold a stick.
LONG LIVE JOHN DENSMORE!!!
alkazoo 5 months ago
I really like this guy HE is a VERY Intelligent man :-) HE is the type of arty drummer I absolutely LOVE to work with both when working as a bassist and guitarist /writer..I'm think I would really get along with him because he is a true artist.. Neat guy.
OPTIMISPOOH 6 months ago
All the Doors members are great. It's awesome hearing John talk about his preferances when playing. Love the way he talks man.
MeanObiwan 6 months ago 2
Used this video of John in a recent Doors Examiner article!
examiner.com/the-doors-in-national/john-densmore-on-facebook
jymwrite 7 months ago
Great drummer! He isn't just talking about drumming, He is talking about making art! "Heighten the drama" Love it!
marksee123 7 months ago
densmore, bonham, or pert? whos the best?
TheSchwack1 7 months ago
I'd pick John everytime.
TriPpiNmaU5 8 months ago
John vs Neil Pert in a drum off
TriPpiNmaU5 8 months ago
I was drumming in '64, my path has taken me from drums to guitar to bass to percussion. I always incorporate the beat in my playing...not matter what instrument. John Densmore at that time in my life was a one of those drummers that I listened to. He was a source of what I continue to play... along with many others.
IamUncledeuce 9 months ago
legend!
Khalev1979 10 months ago
John was the downner of the Doors....he got a lucky break in life.....such a bitter man!
BINNY128 1 year ago
@BINNY128 except he was not.
MrFirthguy 11 months ago
@BINNY128 I don't know. I think bitter and "serious" can be easily confused.
bully7s7s7s 10 months ago
i love this man more than i'll ever love any woman
morvelification 1 year ago 3
Those drums sound like shit! And Densmore is an idiot!
glisnake 1 year ago
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@glisnake
and you are retarded
mrtonko1 1 year ago
@glisnake
and youare retarded
mrtonko1 1 year ago
@glisnake don't post a comment unless you actually know something about music, you clearly don't listen to music or know anything about it
tiddlywinks98712 1 year ago
@tiddlywinks98712 I am a musician and played professionally for many years. Densmore is a hack!
glisnake 1 year ago
@glisnake oh holy shit! i didn't realise that your musical achievements were equal to or more successful than The Doors!!?!?!?!? wow, sorry i underestimated you, which huge band were u in then?? maybe pink floyd? or even Led Zeppelin!? are u really John Bonham?? did he not really die?? WAS IT ALL A HOAX!?!?....
yea...i didnt think so
tiddlywinks98712 1 year ago
@tiddlywinks98712 Actually, I'm Jason Bonham...
glisnake 1 year ago
@glisnake you are my idol!
uzickimajmunac 1 year ago 4
@glisnakeI would have never guessed that jason bonham was such an ignorant asshole. you are not jason bonham, you are sad man!! by the way, I love John Densmore's unique style and sound, those who agree give a thumbs up.
JonPrinceMusic 1 year ago 7
Those drums sound like shit!
glisnake 1 year ago
what kind of cymbals and drums does he use what brands?
SiameseDream4321 1 year ago
John Densmore is so cool!
TurqouiseTapioca 1 year ago
"Being a drummer is like a plumber!" That is the greatest/funniest opening to a video lol!!!
KobradiaSpringfield 1 year ago
Happy Birthday Greatest Drummer :)
GmManze21 1 year ago
great musitian and drummer
giosmrbig 1 year ago
John Densmore still are my idol! he's wonderful
godbefore 1 year ago
He'll never read this:(
blackjacket51 1 year ago
John u are my idol I wish to see you in person someday plus there's a music festival u might be attending? My Drumline got invited to it look for me ( black guy on tenors)
blackjacket51 1 year ago
ohhhhhhhhhhhh 7 a drumstick this guy doesnt fuck around i like the doors
CARNAGE33771 1 year ago
I wonder if he left his wallet on the snare after the taping.
freeze4d4 1 year ago
anyone no what ride cymbal that is ?
roryb10 1 year ago
i jussss met him!! he was in Sunset 5 for the premiere of their documentary =] dope guy!!!
mmadrunkie 1 year ago
@mmadrunkie fucken lucky...
BombsOnTrees 1 year ago
you just can't play like him
you just can't!!
you can't follow him!!
I've tryed it!
it's very hard!
he's awesome!!!
GOORVY 1 year ago 2
Less talk, more drumming, Densmore!
gorillabelly1 1 year ago 2
@gorillabelly1 actually is very interesting what he is speaking
GOORVY 1 year ago
@gorillabelly1 put on a Doors record, whats the problem?
lassehoei 1 year ago
can someone tell whats the name of the thing t he put on the ride cymbal and wich compagny make them.
jsgervais1991 1 year ago
For a minute I confused John with Graham Nash!
bixbyglaser 2 years ago
one of the best super underrated drummer..
wisesatyr72 2 years ago 61
John Densmore. Really wonderful.
gaddjodilo 2 years ago 7
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this dude is so dry personality...bet jim hated him!
papakeetee 2 years ago
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famouse because of jim. and ya think john bonham muffled his kit?
papakeetee 2 years ago
Respect.
Thanks for all the great music and thoughtful comments, John Densmore.
wfarnaby 2 years ago 29
@wfarnaby are you john densmore? i really liked your band alot
andrew19vato 9 months ago
I was once in a Rock band (as a bassist) with a drummer who was heavily funk leaning but professed his 'love' of rock (he just liked that we pulled crowds in retrospect).
He always snubbed Dens as a lesser whenever I mentioned stuff the latter did as suggestion to a song idea drum wise.
Long story short, we did some doors covers to audition a singer and Mr.Funk struggled to get the nuance. After that whenever I wanted to piss him off i said "Do it like Densmore man, its easy like you said".lol
ajptaylor 2 years ago 3
this is john densmore??? OMG!!!
jailime 2 years ago 5
@jailime
yap, looks and sounds he played some nerdy redneck country band, not the doors...
marcinha1973 2 years ago
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You need to tell us who is Bill Loyer. I am convinced without a shadow of a doubt that it is Jim Morrison formerly of the DOORS. People have been begging for an answer but the DOORS totally avoid it. I have a dream that Ray, Robbie and John will end up in prison.
JLizard 2 years ago
Living Legend.
pinkjoey3 2 years ago 5
listening to densmore is a nice refuge from the ego laden new age speak ray manzarek.
kelvinkloud 2 years ago 2
JOHN DENSMORE IS ONE LEYEND
mateothejoker 2 years ago 3
My favorite drummer....so different from all the rest.
HuckMeHard 2 years ago 5
John Densmore!!! Oleeee!!!
MM20aop 2 years ago 4
densmore!!
glennfryenpie 2 years ago 2
fuk you your mom is good...
gonzalezbrandon1881 2 years ago 2
where did you took this video?
how calls the DVD?
godbefore 2 years ago
I loved reading John Densmore's book "Riders on the Storm: My Life with Jim Morrison and the Doors".
This is a very good interview - video.
I enjoy how John would would just go POW with his drums right in the middle of a quiet part of a song. I love "The End".
Thanks! 5 Stars!
61dodgelancer 2 years ago
What are you talking about barend?
Rllysrry2 3 years ago 4
So underrated as a drummer! It is a shame. He is just so wonderful.
SHRINA17 3 years ago 4
THE DOORS JAM!!! R.I.P JIM.
tohotxox 3 years ago
he was the doors drummer right?
ahrims221 3 years ago 3
yeah
topplayer100 3 years ago 2
im gonna try and be nice,
because there was a time when i didn't know who the doors or Densmore was.....
but how the fuck did you not know that??
PeterCRissKISSgod 3 years ago
cuz i saw the doors movie, and im a big fan of them
ahrims221 3 years ago
do you realize your comment makes no sense?
PeterCRissKISSgod 3 years ago 3
well im sorry then cuz im spanish so my english isnt really good =)
ahrims221 3 years ago
John Densmore your amazing i would love to meet you man. Best jazz drummer of all time
mantis2334 3 years ago 8
im a huge fan of john as well,,
but calling him greatest jazz drummer isn't fitting.
Greatest rock drummer yes...
but Buddy rich holds the best jazz drummer honor.
PeterCRissKISSgod 3 years ago