The Eagles - Their Greatest Hits USA RElease 12" Vinyl LP Album

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"Their Greatest Hits" Album Description:

The Eagles' compilation album "Their Greatest Hits" stands as one of the best-selling albums of all time. This US release on vinyl, with its structured cover, brought together their iconic early hits, defining a sound that would come to symbolize a whole era of American music.

The album was released in 1976, at a time when the Eagles were at the peak of their popularity. Their blend of country-rock, smooth harmonies, and introspective lyrics resonated with a massive audience. "Their Greatest Hits" solidified their status as icons of the 70s West Coast sound.

This compilation isn't just a collection of catchy melodies. It showcases the Eagles' growth and experimentation as a band. Early hits like "Take It Easy" and "Witchy Woman" exude a laid-back, country vibe, while later successes such as "One of These Nights" and "Hotel California" venture into darker, more complex territory.

Don Henley and Glenn Frey were the primary songwriters for the Eagles. Their lyrics often explored themes of love, loss, and the American experience, capturing both the carefree idealism and the underlying anxieties of the 70s.

The production of "Their Greatest Hits" is a hallmark of the era. Bill Szymczyk, their go-to producer, ensured a polished, radio-friendly sound. This contributed greatly to the album's success but would also earn it some criticism from those who felt it too slick.

The Eagles were not without their controversies. In-fighting and strained personal relationships would eventually lead to their initial breakup. But before those troubles came to light, "Their Greatest Hits" captured the band at their creative heights, crafting classic songs that transcended genre limitations.

Album Production Information

The album: "EAGLES - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975 " was produced by: Glyn Johns for Interglobal records, Bill Szymczyk for Pandora Productions

Album cover design: El Bivyd & Valentine , Boyd Elder , Glen Christensen

Album cover photography: Tom Kelly Jr

Music Genre:

 Rock, Pop Music 

Record Label & Catalognr:

Asylum Records 6E-105

Media Format:

 12" Vinyl LP Gramophone Record  

Year & Country:

  1976 Made in USA
Complete Track Listing of: The Eagles - Their Greatest Hits
    Side One:
  1. Take it Easy
  2. Witchy Woman
  3. Lying Eyes
  4. Already Gone
  5. Desperado
    Side Two:
  1. One of These Night
  2. Tequila Sunrise
  3. Take it to the Limit
  4. Peaceful Easy Feeling
  5. Best of my Love

 

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"Their Greatest Hits USA Release" Record Label Details: Asylum Records 6E-105 ℗ 1976 Asylum Records Sound Copyright

"Their Greatest Hits USA Release" Record Label Details: Asylum Records 6E-105 ℗ 1976 Asylum Records Sound Copyright
 

Index of THE EAGLES Vinyl Album Discography and Album Cover Gallery

THE EAGLES - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975 (International Releases)
THE EAGLES - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975 (International Releases)
 album front cover vinyl record

"Their Greatest Hits" is the first compilation album by the American Rock band "The Eagles". In August 2018, it regained the title of the U.S.'s biggest-selling album, with a 38× Platinum certification

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THE EAGLES - Hotel California
THE EAGLES - Hotel California album front cover vinyl record

The album's title track is a seven-minute epic that tells the story of a traveler who arrives at a mysterious hotel and is never seen again. The song is full of symbolism and has been interpreted in many different ways,

Hotel California 12" Vinyl LP
THE EAGLES - Hotel California
THE EAGLES - Hotel California album front cover vinyl record

"Hotel California" is undoubtedly one of the Eagles' most recognizable songs. Opening with a haunting guitar riff that immediately transports you to the desolate desert landscape of Southern California, the song captivates listeners

Hotel California 7" Vinyl Single
THE EAGLES - La Legende des Eagles
THE EAGLES - La Legende des Eagles album front cover vinyl record

"La Légende Des Eagles" is a 1986 compilation album of the American Rock band "The Eagles", this album was Made in Germany for distribution in France.

La Legende des Eagles 12" Vinyl LP
THE EAGLES - The Long Run
THE EAGLES - The Long Run album front cover vinyl record

The album was originally intended to be a double album to be released in 1978 but was instead demoted to a single album. Some of the tracks that were left off the album would be cobbled together to compose the cut "Long Run Leftovers"

The Long Run 12" Vinyl LP