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Formation
Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek meet at UCLA and form The Doors.
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House Band at Whisky a Go Go
The Doors become the house band at the Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles.
January 4
Debut Album Release
The Doors release their self-titled debut album, which becomes a major success.
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Ed Sullivan Show Controversy
The Doors perform "Light My Fire" on the Ed Sullivan Show and refuse to censor the lyric "Girl, we couldn't get much higher," leading to a ban from the show.
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Miami Concert Incident
Jim Morrison is arrested for indecent exposure and public profanity during a concert in Miami, Florida. This event severely damages The Doors' reputation and leads to numerous canceled concerts.
July 3
Jim Morrison's Death
Jim Morrison dies in Paris at the age of 27.