Paul A. Rothchild

Record producer for The Doors albums

Paul A. Rothchild - Record producer for The Doors albums
Born

1935
90 years ago

Died

March 30th, 1995
30 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A record producer associated with the American rock band The Doors. Worked on their self-titled debut album and the critically acclaimed 'L.A. Woman.' Contributed to the production of other artists in the 1960s and 1970s, shaping the sound of the era through innovative techniques.

Produced The Doors' first five albums

Produced 'L.A. Woman' in 1971

Instrumental in developing the band's signature sound

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