The Doors – Absolutely Live (2xLP, Album, Stereo, Pitman Pressing, 1970, Elektra EKS-9002)

Why This Record Matters
Absolutely Live captures The Doors at their peak as a live act, showcasing the band's improvisational approach and Jim Morrison's commanding stage presence. The album combines performances from multiple concerts and includes an extended rendition of "The Celebration Of The Lizard," one of the group's most ambitious works. It remains an essential live document from one of rock's most influential bands.

Collector Note
1970 US Pitman Pressing on Elektra Records, catalog number EKS-9002. Early US pressings remain highly collectible among Doors fans and collectors of classic psychedelic rock.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG with visible surface wear consistent with a very solid player copy; plays through well with expected age-related background noise in quieter passages
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf and edge wear; includes original inner sleeves

Technical Details
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Pitman Pressing
Label: Elektra – EKS-9002
Country: US
Released: Jul 1970
Genre: Rock
Style: Blues Rock, Psychedelic Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist

Side A
A1 Who Do You Love

A2 Medley:
A2a Alabama Song
A2b Backdoor Man
A2c Love Hides
A2d Five To One

Side B
B1 Build Me A Woman
B2 When The Music's Over

Side C
C1 Close To You
C2 Universal Mind
C3 Break On Thru, #2

Side D
D1 The Celebration Of The Lizard
D2 Soul Kitchen

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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