Personal Info
Birth date
1946-01-08 (79 Years)
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Los Angeles, California, United States
Also known as
The Doors
Robby Krieger
Biography
Robert Alan "Robby" Krieger (born January 8, 1946) is an American rock guitarist and songwriter. He was the guitarist in The Doors, and wrote some of the band's best known songs, including "Light My Fire," "Love Me Two Times," "Touch Me," and "Love Her Madly." He is listed as number 91 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robby Krieger, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography
Married... with Children
7.7
Overview:
Al Bundy is an unsuccessful middle aged shoe salesman with a miserable life and an equally dysfunctional family. He hates his job, his wife is lazy, his son is dysfunctional (especially with women), and his daughter is dim-witted and promiscuous.Classic Albums
7.7
Overview:
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.When You're Strange
7.3
Overview:
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America's most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison's death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA's film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.The Doors: Live at the Bowl '68
7.2
Overview:
A concert video that captures legendary rock 'n' roll band The Doors at the height of the group's powers. Filmed live at the Hollywood Bowl in the summer of 1968, Jim Morrison and the band perform an extended version of "Light My Fire," plus ten of their other most loved songs, taking a standing room only audience on an aural journey of mystical worlds and psychedelic experiences.Lennon or McCartney
5.2
Overview:
550 artists were interviewed over ten years. At some point during those interviews, they were asked a question and told to answer with one word only. Some stuck to one, some said more, some answered quickly, some thought it through, and some didn't answer at all. That question… Lennon or McCartney?Laurel Canyon
8
Overview:
Featuring all-new, original interviews with Jackson Browne, Don Henley, Michelle Phillips, Graham Nash, Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, Roger McGuinn and more, this uniquely immersive and experiential two-part docuseries takes us back in time to a place where a rustic canyon in the heart of Los Angeles became a musical petri dish.Classic Albums: The Doors
7.8
Overview:
A future classic was unleashed in January 1967 as the Doors released their eponymously titled debut album. This documentary in the Classic Albums series takes an in-depth look at the album, with commentary from Bruce Botnick, who worked on the album, and the three remaining Doors--guitarist Robbie Krieger, keyboard player Ray Manzarek, and drummer John Densmore. The three band members also play some of their instrumental parts from the album, offering invaluable insight into how the songs were constructed.Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World
8
Overview:
John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Little Richard, The Doors, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper, and other legendary musicians performed at the 1969 Toronto Rock and Roll Revival music festival. This behind-the-scenes look at “the second most important event in rock and roll history” culminates in John Lennon’s first public performance with The Plastic Ono Band, triggering his decision to leave the Beatles.Rockin' the Wall
NYR
Overview:
Rock and roll's part in bringing down the Berlin Wall and smashing the Iron Curtain is told from the perspective of rockers who played at the time, on both sides of the Wall, and from survivors of the communist regimes who recall the lifeline that rock music provided them.Jim Morrison: The End
7
Overview:
Paris, Rue Beautreillis, July 3, 1971. The corpse of rock star Jim Morrison is found in a bathtub, in the apartment of his girlfriend Pamela Courson. The chronicle of the last months of the life of the poet, singer and charismatic leader of the American band The Doors, one of the most influential in the history of rock.The Doors: Live in Europe 1968
6
Overview:
Filmed during their 1968 European tour, The Doors are captured in performances in London, Stockholm, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam. Paul Kantner and Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, who shared the bill with The Doors on this tour, narrate this compilation.Find Your Groove
10
Overview:
In this uplifitng documentary, stars and musicians from across the industry speak to the power and importance of music in society. Here we examine how close we came to not having many of the incredible artists who we cherish today had it not been for arts programs. Music has the power to inspire and change world, and that starts with our supporting young talent.Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - The Story of L.A. Woman
5.7
Overview:
“Mr Mojo Risin’” is the story of the making of the Doors’ last album with Jim Morrison “L.A. Woman”. 2011 is the 40th anniversary both of the album’s release and of the death of Jim Morrison and this programme goes into detail of how the album came about, its recording and what was happening to the band at the time. The story is told through new interviews with the three surviving Doors: Ray Manzarek, Robbie Krieger and John Densmore plus contributions from Jac Holzman, founder of their label Elektra Records, Bill Siddons, who was their manager, Bruce Botnick, engineer and co-producer of the album and others associated with the Doors at this time. The show includes archive footage of the Doors performing both live and in the studio, classic photographs and new musical demonstrations from the Doors.The Doors Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970
7.643
Overview:
Filmed on August 1970, 2AM, in front of 600,000 people, with Jim Morrison’s ongoing Miami obscenity trial still weighing heavily on the band, they traverse such staples as “Roadhouse Blues”, “Break On Through (To The Other Side)”, and “Light My Fire”.The Doors of the 21st Century - L.A. Woman Live
6
Overview:
A Note from The Doors' Ray Manzarek: This is the tour that never was. The tour that was supposed to happen when Jim came back from Paris. The tour that we were all eagerly anticipating. In May or June of 1971, Jim called John from Europe and asked him how LA Woman was doing. John told him it was doing great and that the critics actually loved it, too. Jim was excited and wanted to go on the road as soon as he got back to the States. The two of them even talked about taking the bass player - Jerry Sheff - on the road with the four original Doors to duplicate the sound of the LP.The Doors - The Soft Parade
8.2
Overview:
This historical music video features as its centrepiece The Doors' last televised appearance, aired on PBS in 1969.Before the End: Searching for Jim Morrison
NYR
Overview:
Documentary film about the iconic 1960s-era poet, songwriter, and vocalist of the Doors. Unlike prior Morrison media, Before the End’s focus is on the humanity behind the hype, including Jim’s formative years. The documentary features exclusive interviews with his brother, Andy Morrison; cousins Ellen Edwards and David Backer; high school swim coach, Ash Jones; college roommate, Bryan Gates; Doors-era lovers Judy Huddleston and Anne Moore; Doors booking agent, Todd Schiffman; Doors roadie, Gareth Blyth; and the first appearance by Jim’s Paris-era personal assistant, Robyn Wurtele.Easy Rider: Shaking the Cage
7
Overview:
Documentary about the making and history of the film "Easy Rider."The Doors: Feast of Friends
7.1
Overview:
A cinematic look at The Doors on the road during their summer '68 tour. Concert performances are intercut with fly-on-the-wall footage of the group in their natural habitat.The Doors - Soundstage Performances
6.6
Overview:
Three different TV appearances ('67-'70) including old interviews, performances and the commentaries about specific songs by band members.Trust in Love
6
Overview:
Mickey Ferrera's recording producing career is going down the tubes, his estranged wife wants a divorce and his son is struggling with the reality that he is gay, but Mickey is a warrior, so he's about to get in the trenches and Trust in Love to keep his family together and maybe make one more good record.Night of the Guitars
NYR
Overview:
Recorded during the event "Night of the Guitars" at Hammersmith Odeon in London on Nov. 26, 1988. 1. Pete Haycock: Dr. Brown I Presume (4:39) 2. Steve Hunter: The Idler (5:23) 3. Randy California: Groove Thing (5:06) 4. Robby Krieger: Roadhouse Blues (6:57) 5. Wishbone Ash: In The Skin (7:36) 6. Leslie West: Imaginary Western (6:18) 7. Steve Howe: Sharp On Attack (3:18) 8. Alvin Lee: No Limit (4:56) 9. Lee, West, Turner, Hunter: Whole Lotta Shakin' (8:20) 10. Steve Hunter: Black Cat (4:46) 11. Pete Haycock: Lucienne (6:55) 12. Randy California: Hey Joe (5:45) 13. Robby Krieger: Strut A Various (6:08) 14. Wishbone Ash: The King Will Come (8:30) 15. Leslie West: Never In My Life (5:31) 16. Steve Howe: The Clap (5:57) 17. Alvin Lee: Ain't Nothin' Shakin' (6:30) 18. Howe, Powell, California, Haycock, Krieger: All Along The Watchtower (6:44)No One Here Gets Out Alive: A Tribute To Jim Morrison
7.5
Overview:
No One Here Gets Out Alive, The Doors' tribute to Jim Morrison is a full exploration of the controversial and quixotic singer, delving into his fascination with cinema and psychology, mysticism and sexuality, poetry and power. In addition to clips of the band in action, it features interviews with the surviving members of The Doors and many others who were instrumental in creating and maintaining the legend.The Ventures: 30 Years of Rock 'n' Roll (30th Anniversary Super Session)
NYR
Overview:
The Ventures are an American instrumental rock band formed in 1958 in Tacoma, Washington. Founded by Don Wilson and Bob Bogle, the group in its various incarnations has had an enduring impact on the development of music worldwide. With over 100 million records sold, the group is the best-selling instrumental band of all time. In 2008, the Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.The Doors vs Led Zeppelin
NYR
Overview:
Both The Doors and Led Zeppelin were influential bands in their own right, and their impact on music history is significant. The Doors, with their poetic lyrics and unique sound, are often credited with helping to define the psychedelic rock genre. Led Zeppelin, on the other hand, is known for their powerful, blues-influenced hard rock and heavy metal music. Both bands have left a lasting legacy and have a large and dedicated fan base. Ultimately, determining which band was "better" is subjective and depends on individual musical preferences. Some may prefer the introspective and poetic style of The Doors, while others may favor the raw energy and virtuoso musicianship of Led Zeppelin.The Doors: The Doors Are Open
6.5
Overview:
Sex, death, reptiles, charisma and a unique variant of the electric blues gave the Doors an aura of profundity that has survived the band's demise. In September, 1968, The Doors gave a history making performance at The Roundhouse in London's Chalk Farm. They gave powerful renditions of their best songs. Part of the Pioneer Artist Concert Film Series.The Doors: Collection
9.2
Overview:
A collection of short films, interviews and concert footage of the '60s rock band The Doors. Includes three basic video segments: Dance on Fire, Live at the Hollywood Bowl and The Soft Parade. Each of the videos is directed by Ray Manzarek. The "extras" include Ray's two UCLA student films.The Doors - R-Evolution
7.8
Overview:
Combining early TV appearances with their own music films, it illustrates how The Doors evolved from the constraints of late sixties television to a point where they had the creative input and power to shape how they were portrayed on screen. Throughout the unique charisma and talent of The Doors comes across, whether it be on a lightweight pop show or on a film created from their own imaginations, along with some of the most influential music ever made. Bonus Features: Commentary by Doors members John Densmore, Robby Krieger and Ray Manzarek plus Bruce Botnick and Jac Holzman / Performance of "Break On Through (To The Other Side)" from the Isle Of Wight Festival 1970 / 45 minute documentary: The Doors - Breaking Through The Lens / "Love Thy Customer" - 1966 Ford training film with music by The Doors / Outtakes: Malibu U 1967.Acting
TBAThe Best Of The Doors Quadio as Unknown
TBABefore the End: Searching for Jim Morrison as Self (archive footage)
2024Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World as Self
2023Trust in Love as Self
2022Slice! as Robby
2021Jim Morrison: The End as Self - The Doors Guitarist (archive footage)
2020Laurel Canyon (2 Episodes) as Self
2020Find Your Groove as Self
2020The Doors: Break on Thru - A Celebration of Ray Manzarek as Self
2018The Doors Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970 as Self (archive footage)
2017The Best Of The Doors as Unknown
2016Tesla: Drive the Future as Tesla Driver
2014Lennon or McCartney as Self
2014The Doors - Feast Of Friends: Encore as Unknown
2014Rockin' the Wall as Self
2013The Doors - R-Evolution as Self
2012The Doors: Live at the Bowl '68 as Self - Guitar
2012Echoes from the Bowl as Self
2012You Had to Be There as Unknown
2012Reworking The Doors as Unknown
2012Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - The Story of L.A. Woman as Self
2010When You're Strange as Self (archive footage)
2008Classic Albums: The Doors as Self
2006Night of the Guitars as Guitar
2004The Doors of the 21st Century : L.A. Woman Live as Unknown
2003The Doors of the 21st Century - L.A. Woman Live as Unknown
2002The Doors - Soundstage Performances as Unknown
2000The Doors: A Celebration - VH1 Storytellers as Himself
1999The Doors: Collection as Self
1997The Road of Excess as Self
1997Classic Albums (1, 1 Episode) as Self - Guitar, Self - The Doors
1991The Doors - The Soft Parade as Self
1991The Doors: Live in Europe 1968 as Self - Guitar
1989The Ventures: 30 Years of Rock 'n' Roll (30th Anniversary Super Session) as Unknown
1987Married... with Children (1 Episode) as Robby Krieger
1985The Doors - Dance on Fire as Self
1981No One Here Gets Out Alive: A Tribute To Jim Morrison as Self
1973The Doors vs Led Zeppelin as Unknown
1972The Doors: Beat Workshop as self
1970The Doors: Feast of Friends as Self
1969The Doors on PBS Critique as Unknown
1968The Doors: The Doors Are Open as Self - Guitars
1968The Unknown Soldier as Unknown
1966Call It Collage '66 as Self
Production
2020The Doors: Break on Thru - A Celebration of Ray Manzarek ... Executive Producer
Sound
2010When You're Strange ... Music Producer
1999Easy Rider: Shaking the Cage ... Original Music Composer
1997The Road of Excess ... Music
1993Harley-Davidson: The American Motorcycle ... Music