Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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pueblo47
And for the ones who say they don't like country music, what are the Eagles but country rock, despite them trying to shed that reputation?.
Well I think they have went to pretty much every genre. They've done RnB type tunes, country tunes, more hard rock tunes, bluesy rock tunes, and more bluegrass or folk tunes. They have really made a song in all of those genres and one of the biggest reasons I think the Eagles are so successful. There is something for everyone to enjoy.
I won't go on about it in this thread, but you know I prefer the 'rockier' (musically) years of the Hotel California and Long Run era. BUT On the Border I love, I can't get enough of "Already Gone", "The Best Of My Love", "James Dean", etc. In fact, now, I can say On The Border is probably my 2nd favorite Eagles album. Adding Felder was a very smart move IMO, and then Walsh was the perfect guy to get when Leadon left. Just a great band in any form! ;)
When I say I don't like country music, it's mainly me coming from a blues/rock background. Most country is kind of "boring" for me but when they rock it up, I dig that (like the OTB album for instance). But again, the Eagles have really made music in so many different genres there is something for everybody.
I'll run out and buy Don's album though, just as I will for Joe. And hopefully this will inspire some of the others to do a solo album as well (cough...GLENN...cough). :D
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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pueblo47
Without being disagreeable to anyone in here, guess what I'm trying to understand is why all the controversy? No one has even heard anything from the album yet, just what has been printed. And it's not like it hasn't been done before by the other guys. The more I read about it, the more I want to hear it before making any comments pro or con.
And for the ones who say they don't like country music, what are the Eagles but country rock, despite them trying to shed that reputation? They started out that way and even though the rock has changed the sound somewhat over the years, it hasn't changed their reputation for easy listening, ballad-like songs that tell stories or make statements.
Again this is MY opinion and I'm not trying to start a fight with anyone in here. Just saying what I personally think.
As Soda said to her knowledge the only Eagle who has re-recorded Eagles songs is Randy, although some Eagles songs appear on Glenn's live album. But that's a live album.
I know we haven't heard it yet but I echo other comments that it is lazy and unimaginative to re-record Eagles' songs. I wonder if that old joke about 'Don can sing anything' which Glenn recently uttered yet again in Taiwan has led him to believe that his fans will just lap this up because he's singing it. But that is probably a bit harsh.
I also echo others who have said that I probably won't buy the CD; just download any new songs & intriguing covers (of non-Eagles songs) if it is made available on iTunes.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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TimothyBFan
PM-- I have to agree, I probably will not be buying this cd. Now the one we've heard possibly coming out of Soul (or did I dream that?) I will definitely buy. But I guess I should know better than to say never.
I'm sorry, but what are you referring to here? I haven't seen this mentioned anywhere else on the board. Apologies if it has been mentioned.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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TimothyBFan
Now the one we've heard possibly coming out of Soul (or did I dream that?)
He's mentioned doing an R&B album. In this interview he said he was working on them at the same time.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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whitcap
He's mentioned doing an R&B album. In
this interview he said he was working on them at the same time.
Oh; I apologise. I thought TBF had heard a rumour that there was going to be a new Eagles live album recorded in Seoul, South Korea where they recently played. I knew about the R&B album. He'll probably do Witchy Woman on that. :-(
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There will probably only be one or two Eagles covers on the album. Hopefully he'll choose songs that he didn't sing originally. I didn't care for Randy's solo version of Take It to the Limit the first few times I heard it but its grown on me over time. I loved his version of Take It Easy from the first time I heard it though (although that could be because I have a soft spot for 90s Randy.)
As for why he's recording Eagles covers, GL mentioned a contract obligation. That's probably why. If he needs to put out two more albums to end his obligation to Warner he's probably looking to finish them ASAP, hence all the covers. Randy's first album (which contained his Take It to the Limit cover) was a cover album that he recorded to fill a contract obligation (apparently there was a clause in his contract where he had to record an album for Asylum if he chose to quit the Eagles) so the album was a bit of a rushed effort. As for his Take It Easy cover, it was recorded for the World Classic Rockers album (which contained recorded versions of the songs in their set list at the time.) He put it on Love Me or Leave Me Alone, which was an album of previously recorded material.
I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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whitcap
There will probably only be one or two Eagles covers on the album. Hopefully he'll choose songs that he didn't sing originally. I didn't care for Randy's solo version of Take It to the Limit the first few times I heard it but its grown on me over time. I loved his version of Take It Easy from the first time I heard it though (although that could be because I have a soft spot for 90s Randy.)
As for why he's recording Eagles covers, GL mentioned a contract obligation. That's probably why. If he needs to put out two more albums to end his obligation to Warner he's probably looking to finish them ASAP, hence all the covers. Randy's first album (which contained his Take It to the Limit cover) was a cover album that he recorded to fill a contract obligation (apparently there was a clause in his contract where he had to record an album for Asylum if he chose to quit the Eagles) so the album was a bit of a rushed effort. As for his Take It Easy cover, it was recorded for the World Classic Rockers album (which contained recorded versions of the songs in their set list at the time.) He put it on Love Me or Leave Me Alone, which was an album of previously recorded material.
I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.
I suppose it is just me but I would prefer he did not sing songs that were originally sung by Glenn.
And you can fulfil a contractual obligation in a rather more imaginative way than doing re-recorded Eagles songs.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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Freypower
He'll probably do Witchy Woman on that. :-(
I hope so, a particular fav of mine:smokin:
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whitcap
I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.
Me too.:rockguitar:
FP, I realize what you're saying and understand it, but I'm personally looking forward to this country concept to see how different a spin it might put on the classics I'm used to hearing. Plus I have always liked Henley's raspy voice when he has recorded with other artists like Yearwood for example.
Your viewpoints are always interesting and informative and I say this sincerely.:thumbsup:
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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Brooke
I love a lot of country music and I love nearly every Eagles song that ever came out. Country influenced or rock.
I don't mind if country artists do Eagles songs. But I don't love an Eagle re-recording Eagles songs with country artists. It's never gonna be as good as the original. There's too much history and the legacy there. And what is the point? I agree with Soda that it's a cop out and lazy. Surely he can come up with other songs to record. Why would we want to hear that? Now, I love Don and I know he can sing the phone book and make it sound good. He has said before that they get tired of singing the same old songs so why when he has a chance to do something different doesn't he do something different?
This is just my opinion. Everyone has one. It's ok to disagree as long as no blood is spilled. :lol:
And unless there is new material on it, I probably won't buy it either. I might download just the new songs. :shrug:
This sums up my position on this perfectly; if others feel differently and are looking forward to it; great. I am looking forward to the songs which are not Eagles songs.
Now I promise that is my last word on the subject.
Re: Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s)
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I suppose it is just me but I would prefer he did not sing songs that were originally sung by Glenn.
I'm with you. I think it would sound wrong.
