WMTR Celebrity Birthday: John Densmore – December 1, 1944

Born: December 1, 1944

Drummer

Age in 2024: 80

John Densmore is the drummer for one of the most legendary bands of all-time - The Doors. This band had such an impact that they became a staple of pop culture. The created some of the most iconic songs in music history within the span of roughly 6 years before the passing of frontman Jim Morrison. John's drumming played a huge role in this success. His style is heavily influenced by jazz and world music. Mixing that with rock provided a really cool blend that allowed for diversity in his playing. So let's celebrate John Densmore's birthday with some great tunes.