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PLAYLIST: Brian Jones/Jim Morrison

There are many anniversaries in the classic rock world, but July 3rd is definitely one of the most somber. This day marks the passing to two classic rock giants:  Brian…

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There are many anniversaries in the classic rock world, but July 3rd is definitely one of the most somber.

This day marks the passing to two classic rock giants:  Brian Jones in 1969 and Jim Morrison in 1971.  Both men are members of the infamous “27 Club.”

Instead of mourning, we’d much rather celebrate their incredible contributions to rock.  Enjoy the playlist below!

Brian Jones/Jim Morrison – Tracklist

The Rolling Stones – “Paint It, Black”
The Doors – “Break On Through”
The Rolling Stones – “Ruby Tuesday”
The Doors – “People Are Strange”
The Rolling Stones – “Under My Thumb”
The Doors – “L.A. Woman”
The Rolling Stones – “Mother’s Little Helper”
The Doors – “The End”

Erica Banas is a rock/classic rock blogger that loves the smell of old vinyl in the morning.

Erica Banas is a news blogger who's been covering the rock/classic rock world since 2014. The coolest event she's ever covered in person was the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. (Sir Paul McCartney inducting Foo Fighters? C'mon now!) She's also well-versed in etiquette and extraordinarily nice. #TransRightsAreHumanRights