Densmore, John

Music-fan readers are given a true warts-and-all look inside a legendary band and their shortcomings.

Though some chapters (musician Bob Marley, poet Robert Bly) are more convincing than others (actor Jerry Lee Lewis), this intriguing work stands well alongside the author’s other memoirs, such as Riders on the Storm and The Doors Unhinged. General readers and rock aficionados will find it fascinating.

While those looking for a detailed history of the band would be better served by another of the myriad books about the Doors, including Densmore's own Riders on the Storm, devoted fans will enjoy this inside look and commentary on artistic goals conflicting with commercial and historic considerations.