The Doors

A still-exciting mix of psychedelic rock, blues, Jim Morrison's shaman persona (then new in rock 'n' roll) and consummate songcraft. This 1967 release remains the Doors' greatest work and stands up as one of the all-time best debuts in rock history. "Break On Through," "Light My Fire," "Soul Kitchen" and "The End;" the Doors would match but never better these tracks. This remains their defining LP.

I admit that some of the tunes retain considerable nostalgic appeal, but there's no way I can get around it--Jim Morrison sounds like an *ssh*l*. (Grade - B-)