Eagles - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975
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Description: The pre-
Hotel California years were arguably the best for The Eagles (though there were, thanks to Joe Walsh, some stellar future moments). Their mix of country, folk, and rock had a harder, grittier edge, and helped define what would become known as the Southern California sound. There was just enough of a country feel in the beautiful harmonies of "Best of My Love," to blur the edges between the genres. "Take It Easy" and "Lyin' Eyes" could easily have come out of the new Nashville school, as well. The twang that characterizes the guitar intro to "Already Gone" and the leads in "Witchy Woman" and "One of These Nights," also pays tribute to country's guitar greats.
Greatest Hits 1971-1975 houses a scant ten singles, but not only does it illustrate the magic of the collaboration between Glen Frey and Don Henley, it shows the breadth of The Eagles impact on the many who would follow their lead. --
Steve Gdula
Tracklist of Eagles - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975
Reviews:
This is okay, but it's missing a lot...
This 1971-75 compilation is just average. Like its continuation (Vol. 2), this has some of the Eagles' best songs from this time period, but has too many missing. "James Dean", "Ol' 55", and "Midnight Flyer" are nowhere to be found here, and "After The Thrill Is Gone" is stuck on the second compilation. Grab "Eagles: The Very Best of" instead of this and its sequel. It has all the songs featured here, and many more.
The earlier Eagles are wonderful
WIth just a hint of country influence, Henley and Frey show themselves to be excellent song-writers. From the fun-loving song "Take it Easy", to the wistful "Witchy Woman", to the contemplative "Desperado," this greatest hits album really is an album of great hits. No fillers or second-rate pieces on this album. All songs will be recognized by lovers of classic rock from the 70's.
Great Compilation!
The Eagles are amazing, and this has to be one of the best compilations ever made! Most of the great pre-Hotel California album songs are on here, including my favorite song by them, "Witchy Woman". A must have!