“And it's all over” “The Unknown Soldier” was The Doors’ powerful protest against the Vietnam War, released in 1968 as the lead single from WAITING FOR THE SUN. Producer Paul Rothchild approached “The Unknown Soldier” with precision, studying hit singles to shape its tempo, pacing, and impact. In his memoir, Densmore recalled the intense recording process - including over 50 takes and Rothchild marching around the studio, firing a real rifle to capture the song’s battlefield feel. Watch the band
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“And it's all over” “The Unknown Soldier” was The Doors’ powerful protest against the Vietnam War, released in 1968 as the lead single from WAITING FOR THE SUN. Producer Paul Rothchild approached “The Unknown Soldier” with precision, studying hit singles to shape its tempo, pacing, and impact. In his memoir, Densmore recalled the intense recording process - including over 50 takes and Rothchild marching around the studio, firing a real rifle to capture the song’s battlefield feel. Watch the band
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