Honoring Ray Manzarek and the unforgettable keyboard riffs that continue to echo through time. From his roots in Chicago and early days playing music with his brothers, to co-founding The Doors, Ray never stopped exploring new creative ground. He was the architect of the band’s sound -fusing rock, jazz, blues, classical, and more into something entirely original. Photos by Henry Diltz, Paul Ferrara, Jerry Hopkins, and Nettie Pena. | The Doors

Remembering Ray and his keyboard riffs that will forever live on. From growing up in Chicago, to playing in a band with his brothers, and ultimately forming The Doors – Ray ventured into new artistic territories without pause. He is the mastermind behind The Doors’ sound - His keyboard skills blended elements of rock, jazz, blues, classical, and various other genres to create something completely innovative. #RayManzarek Photos by Paul Ferrara, Henry Diltz, and Getty Images. | The Doors