In no way did Ian represent himself as Jim Morrison, in fact he admitted to being Morrison's fan. Nor did he try to undermine but very tastefully honored Morrison. Ian presented Doors songs with his own flair but also with the spirit of Jim. Only someone who truly knew and appreciated another's music could do justice to Jim the way Ian did.

Ian will never replace Jim Morrison and I do not believe he wants to. It's as if he's honored to be in such a position. Neither Manzarek nor Kreiger is trying to replace Morrison. Whatever their reasoning, it is wonderful to have Jim's music circulating again live in concert and to "feel" his music even if it's performed by another.