Hotel California/New Kid In Town/Life The Fast Lane/Wasted Time/Wasted Time (Reprise)/Victim Of Love/Pretty Maids All In A Row/Try & Love Again/The Last Resort
Hotel California turned out to be the pinnacle, both commercially and critically, of The Eagles repertoire. Boosted by the arrival of new member Joe Walsh, they put their folk rock roots behind them to deliver a landmark mid 1970s rock album. Features the big international hits New Kid In Town, Life In The Fast Lane and above all the magnificent title track. (US:1 UK:2)
“Although an overrated album, Hotel California is a timeless work of art, an encapsulation of modern America as pertinent today as it was back then. From the opening title track to the lengthy closer, the disc is The Eagles concept piece. It inadvertently damaged their overall staying power, evidenced by the lacklustre follow-up and subsequent disbanding.”
“One of the biggest successes in pop history, Hotel California was the album that transformed The Eagles into one of the biggest acts in pop history. They shed their firm country roots, almost turning into an altogether different band. There is still their trademark watered down country-rock, but some of the space is taken up by pretty hard, if streamlined rockers.”
“This is quite possible the best Eagles album, and truly has some awesome sounds on it. The haunting and unforgettable Hotel California, with some great lyrics and allusions that bring about some vivid images and powerful emotions. The hard-driving sounds of Life In The Fast Lane, a powerful song about addiction, to the melodic and often overlooked New Kid In Town which is a great all round ballad. This album is truly magnificent and deserves the praise it receives.”
“Without question, the finest album the Eagles recorded. The title track has become an anthem for a generation. The overall Paradise Lost theme is not lost on those who lived the California life of the late 60s and early 70s.”
“The glam-fuelled delirium that was California in the early and mid 70s is perfectly captured in this album. As the Eagles grew in their career, the infusion of guitarist Joe Walsh had the effect of liberating the band from its twangy roots. Walsh and guitarist Don Felder sit front and centre in this record to deliver what is simply the best guitar and vocal album ever recorded. The introduction that starts the album and title track is legendary. Every time I hear those opening notes I have the reward of hearing Hotel California.”
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