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Randy Meisner: A Retrospective

Randy Meisner: A Retrospective

  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT THIS SITE
    • CONTACT RANDY MEISNER: A RETROSPECTIVE
  • BANDS
    • Drivin’ Dynamics (1961-1966)
    • The Poor
    • Poco (1968-1969) (1989-1991)
    • Rick Nelson and The Stone Canyon Band (1969-1971)
    • Eagles (1971-1977)
      • Albums
        • Eagles (1972)
        • Desperado
        • On The Border
        • One Of These Nights
        • Hotel California
      • Concert History
        • Eagles (1972) Tour
        • Desperado Tour
        • On The Border Tour
        • One Of These Nights Tour
        • Hotel California Tour
          • European Tour 1977
    • Silverados – Randy’s backing band (1981-1982)
    • Black Tie
    • Roberts-Meisner Band (1987-1989)
    • Meisner, Swan & Rich (1992-1996)
    • World Classic Rockers (1997-2008)
  • DISCOGRAPHY
  • CONCERT ARCHIVE
  • RANDY’S BASSES
  • TV/RADIO INTERVIEWS
  • PERFORMANCES
  • PHOTO ARCHIVE
  • SONGBOOKS/TOUR BOOKS
Randy Meisner: A Retrospective

Randy Meisner: A Retrospective

  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT THIS SITE
    • CONTACT RANDY MEISNER: A RETROSPECTIVE
  • BANDS
    • Drivin’ Dynamics (1961-1966)
    • The Poor
    • Poco (1968-1969) (1989-1991)
    • Rick Nelson and The Stone Canyon Band (1969-1971)
    • Eagles (1971-1977)
      • Albums
        • Eagles (1972)
        • Desperado
        • On The Border
        • One Of These Nights
        • Hotel California
      • Concert History
        • Eagles (1972) Tour
        • Desperado Tour
        • On The Border Tour
        • One Of These Nights Tour
        • Hotel California Tour
          • European Tour 1977
    • Silverados – Randy’s backing band (1981-1982)
    • Black Tie
    • Roberts-Meisner Band (1987-1989)
    • Meisner, Swan & Rich (1992-1996)
    • World Classic Rockers (1997-2008)
  • DISCOGRAPHY
  • CONCERT ARCHIVE
  • RANDY’S BASSES
  • TV/RADIO INTERVIEWS
  • PERFORMANCES
  • PHOTO ARCHIVE
  • SONGBOOKS/TOUR BOOKS
BANDSEaglesHotel California TourSongsTake It To The Limit

Debunking The Myths: The Knoxville 1977 Concert, “Take It To The Limit,” and Randy Meisner’s Departure From The Eagles

September 11, 2022February 18, 2023
by Jessica
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 Knoxville 1977 concert, using facts from published reviews, plus Randy’s own words.

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In His Own Words: Randy On Music & Musicians

August 6, 2022March 19, 2023
by Jessica
In His Own Words: Randy On Music & Musicians

Part 5 in the series

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BANDSBlack TieBlack TieLearning The GameSongsWhen The Night Falls

Black Tie

July 11, 2022March 28, 2023
by Jessica
Black Tie

Black Tie was formed in 1985 by Randy Meisner, Jimmy Griffin and Billy Swan. They released one album together in 1985 called WHEN THE NIGHT FALLS.

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BANDSEaglesMidnight FlyerSongsTake It To The LimitToo Many Hands

The Bicentennial in Tampa, July 4th, 1976

July 4, 2022February 8, 2023
by Jessica
The Bicentennial in Tampa, July 4th, 1976

A crowd of nearly 40,000 packed Tampa Stadium on America’s 200th anniversary for “4th Of July Jubilation,” an outdoor concert featuring The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Loggins & Messina.

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Featuring Randy Meisner: More Sessions & Guest Appearances

May 15, 2022November 30, 2022
by Jessica
Featuring Randy Meisner: More Sessions & Guest Appearances

Five tracks that feature Randy as a background/harmony vocalist are highlighted.

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BANDSConcert HistoryEaglesOne Of These Nights Tour

“Tin Soldiers & Nixon Coming” – The Eagles At Kent State

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022
by Jessica
“Tin Soldiers & Nixon Coming” – The Eagles At Kent State

Forty-seven years ago today, the Eagles played Kent State University on the eve of the 5th anniversary of the Kent State Shootings. But it was not without controversy.

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BANDSConcert HistoryEaglesOne Of These NightsOne Of These Nights TourSongsToo Many Hands

“Too Many Hands” – Randy’s Ecology Song

April 22, 2022March 13, 2023
by Jessica
“Too Many Hands” – Randy’s Ecology Song

Randy’s tribute to Mother Earth was included on the Eagles’ 1975 album, ONE OF THESE NIGHTS.

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BANDSConcert HistoryDesperado TourEagles

Ohio University Music Festival, April 28th, 1973

March 30, 2022February 4, 2023
by Jessica
Ohio University Music Festival, April 28th, 1973

The Eagles were the headliners at the third annual Ohio University Music Festival in Athens, Ohio, less than two weeks after the release of their second album, DESPERADO.

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BANDSDeep Inside My HeartSilveradosSongs

“That’s A Cut.” One Night In The Studio With Randy Meisner and Val Garay

March 24, 2022December 27, 2022
by Jessica
“That’s A Cut.” One Night In The Studio With Randy Meisner and Val Garay

A rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the recording of Randy’s second solo album, ONE MORE SONG.

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BANDSConcert HistoryEaglesEuropean Tour 1977Hotel California Tour

European Tour 1977, Part One: London

March 5, 2022December 6, 2022
by Jessica
European Tour 1977, Part One: London

The European Tour kicks off with four nights at the Wembley Empire Pool in London.

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AlbumsBANDSCertain Kind Of FoolConcert HistoryDesperado TourEaglesOn The BorderSongsTryin'Wait & See

“Wait & See”: Randy’s Lost Song & The College Of The Holy Cross

February 22, 2022November 30, 2022
by Jessica
“Wait & See”: Randy’s Lost Song & The College Of The Holy Cross

In front of a small audience at the College Of The Holy Cross in Worcester, MA, the Eagles performed a 10-minute epic, written and sung by Randy, called “Wait & See,” which was originally intended for ON THE BORDER.

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AlbumsBANDSEaglesIs It TrueMidnight FlyerOn The BorderSongs

On The Border (1974)

February 1, 2022April 1, 2023
by Jessica
On The Border (1974)

The inside story of the Eagles’ third album and first with producer Bill Szymczyk & guitarist Don Felder. In the reviews, Randy’s “Is It True” is called the “most beautiful song on the album.”

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BANDSDrivin' Dynamics

The Dynamics From Scottsbluff

January 15, 2022December 14, 2022
by Jessica
The Dynamics From Scottsbluff

We take a closer look at the gig history of Randy’s first band, The Dynamics, through clippings and remembrances of those who were there.

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BANDSRick Nelson and The Stone Canyon Band

Remembering Rick Nelson

December 31, 2021February 8, 2023
by Jessica
Remembering Rick Nelson

“Rick Nelson was one of the best people I’ve ever known–really humble and nice. He never played the star. He was way beyond that.” –Randy […]

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Teen Magazine Interview, 1981

December 22, 2021October 19, 2022
by Jessica
Teen Magazine Interview, 1981

In this interview, published by Teen magazine in February 1981, Randy talks about taking piano lessons as a kid, his early struggles in California, and leaving the Eagles.

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#OTD in 1977, the Eagles played the 1st of 2 nights at Richfield Coliseum in Cleveland. It was the last tour date before they headed off to Europe three weeks later. Read more about the shows here: Randy at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, March 30th, 1977. He was praised for "dazzling" performance of "Take It To The Limit." Read more about the show here: http://bit.ly/3G32OaD Here's fifteen-year-old Randy (at left with guitar) and two friends rehearsing for a talent show that took place at Scottsbluff High School on March 28, 1961. The drummer is John Ankeny, who was Randy's bandmate in both of his high school bands--The Deacons and The Dynamics. The guitar player at right is John Roberts. Photo from 1961 SHS yearbook. The Roberts-Meisner Band in the Players Lounge at The Sands in Atlantic City, June 1988. Read more about their three week engagement at the casino here: http://bit.ly/3ZZw6yG In March 1972, the photo shoot for the Eagles' debut album took place in Joshua Tree National Park. The photographer was Henry Diltz. See the photos here: http://bit.ly/3JsRdm8 On March 18th, 1977, the Eagles played Madison Square Garden in NYC. Read more about the show here: Publicity photo from the press kit for Randy's 1978 solo debut. See more contents from the press packet, which included an interview, at the link below: On March 10th, 1973, the Eagles played the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. One critic called Randy's performance of "Certain Kind Of Fool" the evening's "pièce de résistance." Read more here: Randy, with the original Eagles, singing "Tryin'" at the Schaefer Music Festival in Central Park, August 1973. Happy birthday, Randy!

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  1. Jessica on The Roberts-Meisner Band in Atlantic City, 1988March 28, 2023

    Well, thank you. That's very nice to hear. I wish I'd been born a little earlier so I could have…

  2. Maureen Homersham on The Roberts-Meisner Band in Atlantic City, 1988March 27, 2023

    If only we had the Internet back then.. I would have been able to see the Meis.Thx, Jessica. I look…

  3. Jessica on The Roberts-Meisner Band in Atlantic City, 1988March 21, 2023

    You're welcome. Thanks, Gwen!

  4. Gwen 🙂 on The Roberts-Meisner Band in Atlantic City, 1988March 21, 2023

    Great information as always Jessica! Thank You so Much!

  5. Jessica on Randy’s BassesMarch 20, 2023

    Hi, Thanks for commenting. Randy did switch around a lot, especially in the '70s. However, he seemed to always go…


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