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Back Door Man by The Doors

“Back Door Man” is a blues song written by Willie Dixon and recorded by Howlin’ Wolf in 1961. The song is considered a classic of Chicago Blues.

The Doors recorded a rock version of the “Back Door Man” for their eponymous debut album.  It is this version that our lesson deals with.

Intro

Here are 3 riffs from the intro. Much of the rest of the song continues in a similar fashion.

 

 

Guitar 3

Complete Transcription

Complete Transcription To “Back Door Man” (PDF)

Complete Transcription To “Back Door Man” (Power Tab)