Flying Across The Spectrum: The Eagles in Philly, 1975
The Eagles played The Spectrum in Philadelphia, May 17, 1975. Read about the show and listen to both songs Randy performed that night.
Chuck’s Cellar & The Origin Of The Eagles
Randy Meisner first met Glenn Frey & Don Henley when he filled in for Linda Ronstadt’s bassist at a place called Chuck’s Cellar in Los Altos, CA in June 1971.
“There Was Magic When We Played Live”: The Eagles in Colorado, 1971
In November and December 1971, the Eagles were sent to Colorado by David Geffen to develop their sound and audition for legendary producer Glyn Johns.
Nearing The End – The Eagles At Fort Worth, July 1977
The Eagles performed two nights in a row at the Tarrant County Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas on July 7-8, 1977. These shows marked the next to last concert appearances of Randy Meisner with the band.
Debunking The Myths: The Knoxville 1977 Concert, “Take It To The Limit,” and Randy Meisner’s Departure From The Eagles
The real story behind the Eagles’ 1977 Knoxville concert & Randy Meisner’s alleged refusal to sing “Take It To The Limit,” using facts from published concert reviews, plus Randy’s own words.
The Bicentennial in Tampa, July 4th, 1976
The Eagles played Tampa Stadium on the bicentennial, July 4th, 1976. Fleetwood Mac & Loggins & Messina also performed. Listen to an audience recording of the Eagles’ performance.
Eagles in Tampa, June 1973
The Eagles played Curtis Hixon Hall in Tampa, Florida on June 7th, 1973. REO Speedwagon opened. See photos, reviews, and listen to an audience recording.
“Tin Soldiers & Nixon Coming”: The Eagles At Kent State
On May 3rd, 1975, the Eagles played Kent State University on the eve of the fifth anniversary of the Kent State Shootings. But it was not without controversy.
“Too Many Hands”
Randy’s tribute to Mother Earth was included on the Eagles’ 1975 album, ONE OF THESE NIGHTS.
The Eagles at the Ohio University Music Festival, April 28th, 1973
The Eagles were the headliners at the third annual Ohio University Music Festival in Athens, Ohio on April 28th, 1973.
Eagles at the Wembley Empire Pool, London, 1977
The Eagles played four nights at the Wembley Empire Pool in London on April 25-28th, 1977. It was the first gig of their European Tour.
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“Wait & See”: Randy’s Lost Song
On November 30th, 1973, the Eagles played the College Of The Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. During the show, they performed a rare 10-minute epic, written and sung by Randy, called “Wait & See,” which was originally intended for ON THE BORDER.
ON THE BORDER (1974)
The inside story of the Eagles’ third album ON THE BORDER, released in 1974. It was their first album with producer Bill Szymczyk & guitarist Don Felder. The reviews called Randy’s “Is It True” the “most beautiful song on the album.”
“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.