This is definitely "the other side of the Doors", so different from their commercial output. To really, truly appreciate what a phenomenal band they were, you have to take a deep dive into their albums. This one is sheer masterpiece, how it integrates the superior musicianship, Manzarek's keyboards, Dinsmore's drums, Krieger's guitar and the studio bass combined with Morrison's ineffable poetry. So many great album tracks like Celebration of the Lizard, Shaman's Blues, Waiting For The Sun, Not To Touch The Earth, really too many to list, heck just listen to the albums. Keep riding the Doors train bros, it will be a mind-blowing experience I promise.
What can you say about this, 'The Soft Parade'? Well, this is an amazing, cool song, I can hear a lot of influences such as blues, rock, funk, you name it by this incredible band, The Doors! It's interesting to think they were in existence for about eight years and in that time created a fantastic catalogue of music. One song you haven't reacted to yet, is one I remember so well as it was played a lot in the UK - it's 'Hello I Love you' from 1968, love that song! Great reaction as usual, guys, you take care of yourselves now, all the best and keep safe. 😊👍
I was raised in the Doors by my mom. She heard them in early 80s and they became her favorite right away. I was born in 86 and by 2 years old, I could point out a doors song on the radio. People Are Strange was always my favorite growing up, as well as Soul Kitchen, the Crystal Ship, and When the Music's Over. I'm my middle age, I can now say the Soft Parade is my favorite song of theirs. The End is high up there as well. Such an amazing array of music.
This is what progressive rock bands were about, each in its own different way. Music that challenges, experiments, combines genres in unique ways, occasionally fails but mostly entertains and stretches your perceptions..
Legend has it Jim was three sheets to the wind and half in the bag trying to put together the tracks on the Soft Parade LP. Still...it has heaps of mojo! Here are my three Doors suggestions in increasing complexity: 1. "Maggie M'Gill"---this one's dirty hillbilly blues, quick, and fun! 2. "Spanish Caravan"---vibe, vibe, VIBE! 3. "Celebration Of The Lizard"---better buckle up and wear a helmet!
Wow - so experimental! It takes you somewhere else with all the transitions and Jim's hypnotic vocals. Love the percussion. Interesting discussion guys. Thanks for the reaction!! გაუმარჯოს ქართულ დემოკრატიას.
Now that you've passed through the Doors of Perception courtesy of the Jim's poetry, and Ray, Bobby and John's musical talents you can travel there at will for the rest of your lives. 🙂
IMO this is their best song, so many changes and a killer bass, sounds like they're having fun. One of the best line " all our lives we sweat and save building for a shallow grave " too true
JUST WISH YOU BROTHERS COULD HAVE SEEM THEM LIVE NO REACTION JUST BY HEARING THEM CAN BE ANY BETTER THEN SEEING THEM LIVE I WAS BLESSED TO SEE THEM 3 TIMES
my favorite Doors song and maybe my favorite song. The first half is so relaxing then u get that scratchy deep tone of Jims voice with the sped up tempo in the second half. Masterpiece
I, too, have been waiting for this one. It's so sonically interesting! George's observation that the one part was stylisticly similiar to Steely Dan had me smiling in agreement, and is likely a driving reason why it's one of my favorite songs by The Doors. Good Vibes!
@@DENVEROUTDOORMAN someone woke up on the wrong side of the parkway, huh bud? i've listened to this album several times in the last week, many more over the past few years, and this is nowhere near "Top 40 Garbage Radio" music. the only song on here that's even played on the radio (that i've heard) is "Touch Me" and even then its one of the best on the album.
Loved this. Reminded me of my teen years and this album was meant to be and really WAS a trip. We used to have so much fun with this. It seems like it was so long ago, probably because it was. I had forgotten about all of this until I started listening and it all came flooding back. It's too bad that recording this was so stressful for the band members, but it paid off for us....the fans.
@@annemaclean6634 that is not why I want them to hear it again...itf is becuase Jim Morrison says my name DAN REED 3 times @ 1:40///////wanted to hear what the hear
The pioneers of Progressive Rock was Yes....1968....Rush... 1969.....however The Beatles really led the way to what we called "Progressive Rock " on their albums in 1965 -1967....then Yes and Rush and Genesis followed and really made Progressive Rock popular to listeners and music critics because the genre was so different and complex in its musicality, as I remembered.
Great way to start out the weekend guys!! Thanks for posting yet another 'unique' Doors tune - each one is soooo different. Loved your comments and watching your reaction😊🧡
Hi Jules, how are you doing? Haven't had a reaction from the guys for a few days, hopefully soon! We're still not out of the cold, wet weather here in Scotland. It is a beautiful day today but so cold, at least I can get out for my walk. It poured all day yesterday so wasn't out at all, the rest of the week doesn't look that great, roll on spring! Hope things are okay with you, Jules, take care now and all the best. 😊😊
@@annemaclean6634 Hi Anne, glad you are having a nice day there despite the cold - at least you can get out for a bit. We are having challenging weather here as the west coast continues to be hit with snow and rain causing flooding and evacuations in some areas. The west needs the rain but it has come quickly and relentlessly over the last month. You are right though, spring is right around the corner and St. Patrick's Day!☘ Take care and we will see if there are any reactions today.☺
@@Jules-um4yy Hi Jules, so sorry to hear about your awful weather too, gosh, it must be dreadful to be evacuated from your home because of flooding, I do hope you were okay and had no problems. It was -6 here last night so I kept the heating on quite low, just to keep the house warm. So, no reaction last night, I do hope the guys are okay and maybe just busy with other things. Be good to hear from them soon. All the best, Jules. 😊
They Were So Groovy In Concert. I remember this song. I bought the Album when it came out. I still have it, Along with a few of the Door's other ones!!!
Hands down best doors song ever.. they could have split thebfirst 3 minutes and the 2nd half into two different songs.. 3:00 to the end is just so totally amazing it stands alone on its own... This and 5 to 1 are my all time favorites.. so much truth in the lyrics
The Doors are definitely a progressive Rock Band. Maybe not in the sense of what PROG ROCK became later. But they were pioneers in music like them or not.
There is a live version of this song on youtube (not a live concert one) where they are on a stage in a studio, with some kind of live NPR station or something. Jim sings it pretty good remembering all the lyrics.
Mike and the mechanics and their song, In The Living Years is good , too. So is a song called, Baby Come Back by a group called Player. Wish you would react to one or both of these. 🫤
Bro's Jim Morrison says, not sings, my name in the song PEACE FROG..@ 1:40 or so instead of singing " SHE PLAYED', he says DAN REED...chickity check it...AMAZEMENT waits......
The Doors were dedicated to the use of psychedelic substances. Those were the years of LSD everywhere, of many different types. Jim Morrison loved tripping. That wasn't a rumor. We all did, ha!
Jim's poetic survival map on how to navigate thru a manipulated and controlled culture..... waiting for you guys to do not to touch the earth, a powerful and startingly look into the abyss.
You guys need to listen to (react to) Jim Morrisons poetry from the album, "American Prayer" in it's entirety with the doors. I think people would love to see that.
OMG ! I've never heard this with this incredible sound. Has this been re done with modern sound tech ? It's so crystal clear ! I heard things I never heard before . Wow !!!
Pink Floyd is definately for blowing your mind......The Doors are for afterwards.....when your mind is gone. (That's meant as a very high compliment😉) ☕🇨🇦
Hey guys, if possible, reaction to Eloy, it's a progressive/space rock band from Germany. The band's name is borrowed from the science fiction novel The Time Machine by H. G. Wells, where "eloi" is the name of a race of people in the distant future. Songs: 1) Mysterious Monolith 2) The Apocalypse 3) Future City (2000 Digital Remaster) 4) Land of nobody 5) Pilot to Paradise 6) Surrender 7) Follow the light (Album Version) 8) End Of An Odyssey 9) Plastic Girl 10) Giant I advise you to listen.
Hi guys, I'd like to recommend these songs to you, mainly heavy metal/heavy rock, there are a lot of bands you haven't reacted to for a long time, if at all. I know you would love them, they've all got great guitar solos and I know how much you like them! I haven't included my special request because I've already told you about that, but perhaps you could have these songs on your playlist for future reactions? Just a thought! Rainbow - 'Man on the Silver Mountain' (1975), 'Gates of Babylon' (1978), 'Kill the King' (1977) Ten Years After - 'Hear Me Calling' (1969), '50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain' (1970), 'Standing at the Station' (1972) Judas Priest - 'You've Got Another Thing Comin'' (1982); 'Turbo Lover' (1986); 'Metal Gods' (1980) Ronnie James Dio - 'The Last in Line' (1984), 'Rainbow in the Dark' (1983) Deep Purple - 'Highway Star' Live (1984) HD; Fireball (1971) Megadeth - 'Symphony of Destruction' (1992), 'Tornado of Souls' (1990) Iron Maiden - 'Hallowed Be Thy Name' (1982); 'The Number of the Beast' (1982); 'Dance of Death' (2003) The Damned - 'Smash It Up Parts 1 & 2' (1979) Just a few suggestions, guys, as I said, I think you would love them and it would be amazing to see your reaction! You take care, guys, keep safe.❤👍
Bros, if you’ve not reacted to UFO, please react to “Lights Out” but ONLY if you like guitar solos!! As well, Triumph’s “Ordinary Man”. You’ll need to do it with the lyrics. Thanks.
@@RevelationNone all my friends have different favorite ufo songs. One is Rock Bottom, another is Dr Dr, another is Love to Love, mine is Lights Out. 🤷🏻♂️
“Soft Parade” is probably the most underrated Doors LP. Full of great songs.
This is definitely "the other side of the Doors", so different from their commercial output. To really, truly appreciate what a phenomenal band they were, you have to take a deep dive into their albums. This one is sheer masterpiece, how it integrates the superior musicianship, Manzarek's keyboards, Dinsmore's drums, Krieger's guitar and the studio bass combined with Morrison's ineffable poetry. So many great album tracks like Celebration of the Lizard, Shaman's Blues, Waiting For The Sun, Not To Touch The Earth, really too many to list, heck just listen to the albums. Keep riding the Doors train bros, it will be a mind-blowing experience I promise.
Nope this is so so after they sold out way SUBPAR
@@DENVEROUTDOORMANHow did they sell out?
Well done boys! Great song! So glad you listened, cause once you hear it, blows your mind. Jim was a genius! Thanks!
In 1981/82 I listened to this every morning before heading to classes at community college. I still love it 41 years later.
My favorite Doors song!! This is the trip…the best part…that I really like
What can you say about this, 'The Soft Parade'? Well, this is an amazing, cool song, I can hear a lot of influences such as blues, rock, funk, you name it by this incredible band, The Doors! It's interesting to think they were in existence for about eight years and in that time created a fantastic catalogue of music. One song you haven't reacted to yet, is one I remember so well as it was played a lot in the UK - it's 'Hello I Love you' from 1968, love that song! Great reaction as usual, guys, you take care of yourselves now, all the best and keep safe. 😊👍
The Doors were in a league of their own.
I was raised in the Doors by my mom. She heard them in early 80s and they became her favorite right away. I was born in 86 and by 2 years old, I could point out a doors song on the radio. People Are Strange was always my favorite growing up, as well as Soul Kitchen, the Crystal Ship, and When the Music's Over. I'm my middle age, I can now say the Soft Parade is my favorite song of theirs. The End is high up there as well. Such an amazing array of music.
People are strange is my six year old daughter’s favorite song. She can sing that song from beginning to end ❤
THE SPY, MAGGIE MCGILL, LOVE STREET, HYACINTH HOUSE, THE CARS HISS BY MY WINDOW, the hidden gems.
This is what progressive rock bands were about, each in its own different way. Music that challenges, experiments, combines genres in unique ways, occasionally fails but mostly entertains and stretches your perceptions..
Legend has it Jim was three sheets to the wind and half in the bag trying to put together the tracks on the Soft Parade LP. Still...it has heaps of mojo! Here are my three Doors suggestions in increasing complexity:
1. "Maggie M'Gill"---this one's dirty hillbilly blues, quick, and fun!
2. "Spanish Caravan"---vibe, vibe, VIBE!
3. "Celebration Of The Lizard"---better buckle up and wear a helmet!
Cobra on my left, leopard on my right, YEAH
Wow - so experimental! It takes you somewhere else with all the transitions and Jim's hypnotic vocals. Love the percussion. Interesting discussion guys. Thanks for the reaction!! გაუმარჯოს ქართულ დემოკრატიას.
Now that you've passed through the Doors of Perception courtesy of the Jim's poetry, and Ray, Bobby and John's musical talents you can travel there at will for the rest of your lives. 🙂
IMO this is their best song, so many changes and a killer bass, sounds like they're having fun. One of the best line " all our lives we sweat and save building for a shallow grave " too true
JUST WISH YOU BROTHERS COULD HAVE SEEM THEM LIVE NO REACTION JUST BY HEARING THEM CAN BE ANY BETTER THEN SEEING THEM LIVE I WAS BLESSED TO SEE THEM 3 TIMES
This particular song ... Densmore, Densmore, Densmore. Peace out.
Saw them live in '69.
54 freaking years ago! Let that sink in....yes, you can get an out of body experience with only internal brain chemicals.
Bros, you'll love their "Alabama Song (Whiskey Bar)" !!!
I think the Doors were the Orson Wells of rockin roll
my favorite Doors song and maybe my favorite song. The first half is so relaxing then u get that scratchy deep tone of Jims voice with the sped up tempo in the second half. Masterpiece
I, too, have been waiting for this one. It's so sonically interesting!
George's observation that the one part was stylisticly similiar to Steely Dan had me smiling in agreement, and is likely a driving reason why it's one of my favorite songs by The Doors.
Good Vibes!
when that organ kicked in, it took me back to the 90s, and i started tasting lip balm
U guys could literally go thru every Doors album bc they are all great.
Like I keep telling you....The Doors are among the gods of Rock n Roll!!!!
Soft Parade is an absolutely incredible record.
No it's not TOP 40 Garbage Radio for 14 year old kiddies with NO TASTE
@@DENVEROUTDOORMAN someone woke up on the wrong side of the parkway, huh bud?
i've listened to this album several times in the last week, many more over the past few years, and this is nowhere near "Top 40 Garbage Radio" music. the only song on here that's even played on the radio (that i've heard) is "Touch Me" and even then its one of the best on the album.
In case you didn't catch it, you CANNOT petition the lord with prayer.
Loved this. Reminded me of my teen years and this album was meant to be and really WAS a trip. We used to have so much fun with this. It seems like it was so long ago, probably because it was. I had forgotten about all of this until I started listening and it all came flooding back. It's too bad that recording this was so stressful for the band members, but it paid off for us....the fans.
So do 'Peace Frog' and remember he says my name a few times @ 1:40
Hi Dan, the guys reacted to Peace Frog about a year ago.😊😊
@@annemaclean6634 that is not why I want them to hear it again...itf is becuase Jim Morrison says my name DAN REED 3 times @ 1:40///////wanted to hear what the hear
The pioneers of Progressive Rock was Yes....1968....Rush... 1969.....however The Beatles really led the way to what we called "Progressive Rock " on their albums in 1965 -1967....then Yes and Rush and Genesis followed and really made Progressive Rock popular to listeners and music critics because the genre was so different and complex in its musicality, as I remembered.
Great way to start out the weekend guys!! Thanks for posting yet another 'unique' Doors tune - each one is soooo different. Loved your comments and watching your reaction😊🧡
Hi Jules, how are you doing? Haven't had a reaction from the guys for a few days, hopefully soon! We're still not out of the cold, wet weather here in Scotland. It is a beautiful day today but so cold, at least I can get out for my walk. It poured all day yesterday so wasn't out at all, the rest of the week doesn't look that great, roll on spring! Hope things are okay with you, Jules, take care now and all the best. 😊😊
@@annemaclean6634 Hi Anne, glad you are having a nice day there despite the cold - at least you can get out for a bit. We are having challenging weather here as the west coast continues to be hit with snow and rain causing flooding and evacuations in some areas. The west needs the rain but it has come quickly and relentlessly over the last month. You are right though, spring is right around the corner and St. Patrick's Day!☘ Take care and we will see if there are any reactions today.☺
@@Jules-um4yy Hi Jules, so sorry to hear about your awful weather too, gosh, it must be dreadful to be evacuated from your home because of flooding, I do hope you were okay and had no problems. It was -6 here last night so I kept the heating on quite low, just to keep the house warm. So, no reaction last night, I do hope the guys are okay and maybe just busy with other things. Be good to hear from them soon. All the best, Jules. 😊
The song is an acid trip.
This was a great reaction. Check out The Doors - "Shaman's Blues"
They Were So Groovy In Concert. I remember this song. I bought the Album when it came out. I still have it, Along with a few of the Door's other ones!!!
I love all your reactions to the Doors ❤
Great album
Hands down best doors song ever.. they could have split thebfirst 3 minutes and the 2nd half into two different songs.. 3:00 to the end is just so totally amazing it stands alone on its own...
This and 5 to 1 are my all time favorites.. so much truth in the lyrics
The Doors are definitely a progressive Rock Band. Maybe not in the sense of what PROG ROCK became later. But they were pioneers in music like them or not.
There is a live version of this song on youtube (not a live concert one) where they are on a stage in a studio, with some kind of live NPR station or something. Jim sings it pretty good remembering all the lyrics.
Always loved this, sounded like nothing else back than, and still!
Is anybody out there that saw The Doors in Miami when he was arrested for his performance? I did. I think it would be great to reminisce.
One of my favorite all time bands and one of their best albums in my opinion. Thanks for reacting to this unusual album.
One of my favs!
The monk bought lunch…
Yeah he bought a little!
Yes he did
You guys do your own tripping cool
This is much better than I remember. Great song.
Progressive rock definitely started in the 60s. The Moody Blues and Days of Future Passed are usually considered one of the stand outs.
Epic track
Mike and the mechanics and their song, In The Living Years is good , too. So is a song called, Baby Come Back by a group called Player. Wish you would react to one or both of these. 🫤
Great reaction, meine Herren! I worked with Georgians at the Oda House in New York... great guys!
Bro's Jim Morrison says, not sings, my name in the song PEACE FROG..@ 1:40 or so instead of singing " SHE PLAYED', he says DAN REED...chickity check it...AMAZEMENT waits......
I love this song
Been waiting for this one!!!!
" the soft parade" live in PBS....!!!!
Jim predicted computers making music, one person bands
Hummmm
The trips took him in the future a bit maybe!?
The Doors were dedicated to the use of psychedelic substances. Those were the years of LSD everywhere, of many different types. Jim Morrison loved tripping. That wasn't a rumor. We all did, ha!
Jim's poetic survival map on how to navigate thru a manipulated and controlled culture..... waiting for you guys to do not to touch the earth, a powerful and startingly look into the abyss.
Poesía pura..psicodelia y cultura en su más sublime expresión...solo morrison y the doors, nadie más.❤❤❤
Epic song opening an epic record 🙌
James Douglas Morrison, the Lizard King, Chief MojoRising, the American poet was the living embodiment of Dionysus. A living god!
You guys need to listen to (react to) Jim Morrisons poetry from the album, "American Prayer" in it's entirety with the doors. I think people would love to see that.
My favorite Doors song.
How do you even think to arrange something like this?! And the lyrics have meaning on top of meaning
One of my favorites!!🎉
OMG ! I've never heard this with this incredible sound. Has this been re done with modern sound tech ? It's so crystal clear ! I heard things I never heard before . Wow !!!
Pink Floyd is definately for blowing your mind......The Doors are for afterwards.....when your mind is gone. (That's meant as a very high compliment😉) ☕🇨🇦
Check out Shaman’s Blues. Incredible!
You must also check "Five to one".
Hey guys please react to the Beatles song Oh Darlin Paul's best vocal performance
So cool. ! Goes looking for Steely Dan.
Omg, you guys have to listen to "celebration of the lizard" next doors reaction.
Critically acclaimed, not a blockbuster, but those people are ignorant. Lol. One of their best albums as far as I'm concerned.
This song reminds me of an acid trip
Every interesting. Like they put a lot of different song together and made it one. Different for sure
Hey guys, if possible, reaction to Eloy, it's a progressive/space rock band from Germany. The band's name is borrowed from the science fiction novel The Time Machine by H. G. Wells, where "eloi" is the name of a race of people in the distant future.
Songs:
1) Mysterious Monolith
2) The Apocalypse
3) Future City (2000 Digital Remaster)
4) Land of nobody
5) Pilot to Paradise
6) Surrender
7) Follow the light (Album Version)
8) End Of An Odyssey
9) Plastic Girl
10) Giant
I advise you to listen.
Guauuuu the doors forever ufff magnific
The live pbs version is far superior.
I love the intro to this song, then it lets itself down in my opinion. Thankfully it gets better during the monk segment. Phew! 😊
Love this Song!
Want to take a longer, deeper trip with The Doors? Dive into The Celebration of the Lizard
Hi guys, I'd like to recommend these songs to you, mainly heavy metal/heavy rock, there are a lot of bands you haven't reacted to for a long time, if at all. I know you would love them, they've all got great guitar solos and I know how much you like them! I haven't included my special request because I've already told you about that, but perhaps you could have these songs on your playlist for future reactions? Just a thought!
Rainbow - 'Man on the Silver Mountain' (1975), 'Gates of Babylon' (1978), 'Kill the King' (1977)
Ten Years After - 'Hear Me Calling' (1969), '50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain' (1970), 'Standing at the Station' (1972)
Judas Priest - 'You've Got Another Thing Comin'' (1982); 'Turbo Lover' (1986); 'Metal Gods' (1980)
Ronnie James Dio - 'The Last in Line' (1984), 'Rainbow in the Dark' (1983)
Deep Purple - 'Highway Star' Live (1984) HD; Fireball (1971)
Megadeth - 'Symphony of Destruction' (1992), 'Tornado of Souls' (1990)
Iron Maiden - 'Hallowed Be Thy Name' (1982); 'The Number of the Beast' (1982); 'Dance of Death' (2003)
The Damned - 'Smash It Up Parts 1 & 2' (1979)
Just a few suggestions, guys, as I said, I think you would love them and it would be amazing to see your reaction! You take care, guys, keep safe.❤👍
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Light one up and listen to it again. Dare you. HA! Peace....
All hail the lizard king
Brilliant
It's like smoking good weed with a touch of heroin right man music that makes you high
React to "Wild Child" from the Soft parade album..You will like it also!
Bros, if you’ve not reacted to UFO, please react to “Lights Out” but ONLY if you like guitar solos!!
As well, Triumph’s “Ordinary Man”. You’ll need to do it with the lyrics. Thanks.
Rock bottom my dude
@@RevelationNone all my friends have different favorite ufo songs. One is Rock Bottom, another is Dr Dr, another is Love to Love, mine is Lights Out. 🤷🏻♂️
Listen to the group Eloy, the composition is "The Apocalypse", you will like it.
Morrison will make U high.
Also like Frank Zappa or like each other.
Chreck out the their album "an american prayer" you need to do this all in one go
May i suggest Vasco Rossi with c'è chi dice no live Modena Park? There Is a Guitar solo that Is fantastic..
Zappa
Bros check out Polyphia Ego Death. Unbelievable band, stay safe.
Psychedelia
More transitions than A quick one by the who
C'mon guys, please... I've been waiting so long for you to react to Chicago, Poem 58.
Lubię, lubię ich.
O Jim