Agora Ballroom, Columbus, March 8th, 1981
Randy, sick with a cold, celebrated his 35th birthday in Columbus.
EAGLES
Akron University Gym, Akron, OH
May 13, 1973
The Eagles opened for Spooky Tooth
“Ex-Poco member, Randy Meisner, made his subtle and important mark on the evening by doing his “Certain Kind Of Fool” and “Tryin'”–both numbers of high energy and Poco-like vocals. Meisner’s bass playing is simple, but steady.” -Jim Gerard, Cleveland Scene, May 17, 1973
“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.
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.
Miami River Music Festival, Cincinnati, Ohio, September 21st, 1975
The Eagles were the main attraction at the all-star festival at Edgewater Raceway Park near Cincinnati.
Eagles at Richfield Coliseum, Cleveland, March 31-April 1,1977
This sold-out double bill in Cleveland was the Eagles’ final U.S. appearance before they embarked on a month-long European Tour. Opening for the band both nights was Jimmy Buffett.
Bogart’s, Cincinnati, Ohio, March 7th, 1981
Randy played the legendary Cinci nightclub the night before his 35th birthday. The opening act was Cincinnati Bengal-turned-country singer, Mike Reid.
