Remembering Ray and his keyboard riffs that will forever live on.

From growing up in Chicago, to playing in a band with his brothers, and ultimately forming The Doors – Ray ventured into new artistic territories without pause. He is the mastermind behind The Doors’ sound - His keyboard skills blended elements of rock, jazz, blues, classical, and various other genres to create something completely innovative.

Photos by Paul Ferrara, Henry Diltz, and Getty Images.

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