‘Teen Magazine Interview, 1981
Randy Meisner was interviewed by Teen Magazine for their February 1981 issue. He talked about taking piano lessons as a kid, his early struggles in California, and his departure from the Eagles.
“Try And Love Again” – Hotel California’s Hidden Gem
Tucked away near the end of Hotel California is the last song Randy wrote during his tenure with the Eagles, “Try And Love Again.” Today, the song is considered a deep track, but in 1976, it was a hit with contemporary critics, who felt it was the highlight of the album.
Time and Changes: Randy Meisner & The Poor
An overlooked, yet pivotal, period of Randy Meisner’s career took place between 1966 and 1968 when he was a member of the short-lived, Denver garage rock band, The Poor. Here, I hope to provide a comprehensive look at the band’s origins and brief existence on the L.A. music scene during the Summer Of Love.
Featuring Randy Meisner:
Sessions & Guest Appearances
Throughout his career, Randy has appeared on dozens of albums by his friends and colleagues. Here are a few highlights.
Miami River Music Festival, Cincinnati, Ohio, September 21st, 1975
The Eagles played the Miami River Music Festival at Edgewater Raceway Park in Cincinnati on September 21, 1975.
Randy Meisner: The Pièce de Résistance (Amsterdam, March 1973)
On March 10th, 1973, the Eagles played the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, where Dutch critics deemed Randy’s performance of “Certain Kind Of Fool” the evening’s pièce de résistance.” Get more details, plus see exclusive home movie footage not found anywhere else.
Popgala ’73
The Eagles played Popgala ’73 in Voorburg, Netherlands on March 9th, 1973. Find all the details and see rare home movie clips shared here exclusively.
Waylon Jennings’ SINGER OF SAD SONGS
In December 1969, Randy Meisner appeared as a session musician on the thirteenth album by one of country music’s original outlaws, Waylon Jennings.
The Eagles In Chicago, August 1975
The Eagles played a concert at Washington Park in Chicago on August 9th, 1975. The band also took a series of photos on Lake Michigan, one of which appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone.
Drivin’ Dynamics’ 40th Anniversary, Gering, NE, July 2001
In 2001, Randy attended a 40th anniversary celebration for the Drivin’ Dynamics in Gering, Nebraska.
Eagles at the Academy of Music, New York City, May 16th, 1975
The Eagles played two sold-out concerts in one night at the Academy of Music in New York City on May 16th, 1975. Dan Fogelberg opened both shows.
In His Own Words: Randy On His Early Days
Through interview excerpts, Randy describes his early life and career, up until the formation of the Eagles.
An Interview With Steve Cassells Of The Drivin’ Dynamics
Randy Meisner: A Retrospective is honored that former member of The Dynamics, Steve Cassells, has agreed to answer some of our questions. Cassells played keyboards with the band from 1964-1966. We appreciate his insight into this early part of Randy’s career.