What group started out as
Linda Ronstadt’s backing band?
In 1971, Linda Ronstadt assembled a group of talented young musicians to back her on tour including Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner. The chemistry between them was undeniable, and soon after the tour ended, they decided to form their own band: The Eagles. Blending country, rock, and rich vocal harmonies, they went on to become one of the best-selling and most influential acts in music history, with timeless hits like “Hotel California,” “Take It Easy,” “Desperado,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” and “Life in the Fast Lane.”
You read it here first, kids. 😎
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I didn’t know that is how the eagles got going! Awesome fact!
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So glad to know you enjoyed this little bit of trivia. Thanks, CA.
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😯 Was this before the Stone Poneys?
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Hmm …. I shall look that up in my Funk and Wagnalls! 😅
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Different Drum. Still love that song!
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This is new for me, Nancy. Thank you for sharing it.😊
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My pleasure, KK. Enjoy the music!
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I had no idea. My brother is in a tribute band called The Beagles, they do both Beatles and Eagles songs – I wonder if he knows that!
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Oh, he must! If not, you’ll amaze him with your newfound knowledge, dear Keith.
The Beagles …. brilliant!!
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I did know that but had not seen that great clip! 🙂
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It really is great; they’re all so incredibly young! Thanks, Christian.
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Wow, I did not know this!
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Fun bit of info, isn’t it? Thanks, Lisa!
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I only recently found out that it was The Eagles
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They definitely make beautiful music together. Thanks, Glyn.
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Great piece of trivia, Nancy. I learned something new today. Thanks.
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Thanks, Eugi! It’s a great little piece of trivia!
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You’re welcome, Nancy.
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I knew that one. That is a great piece of music trivia
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Great for those family trivia game nights! Thanks, Mark.
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Great post Nancy …. don’t they all look so young 💜💜
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1971 …. 54 years ago! They were young, Sis, and so were we! ☺️
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yed indeed 💜💜
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Linda was great and having these guys back her up is mind blowing. Grat information to know and this song is fantastic, thanks Nancy for such a eye opening post.
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My pleasure, Ernie! This is just the tidbit you need to impress family and friends while you’re sitting around shooting the breeze.
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I imagine that you know I was aware of this fact.
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Indeed! I imagine you know I was also. 😁
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That’s cool when magic like that happens
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Right on, M! Do people even say that any more? Just goes to show how old I am! Thanks, man!
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Does it matter ? I say things are “Dope” which is slang from the 80’s..does it show my age yup..do I care ? Nope 🤣 Right on ✌️
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Two of my favourites! And I already knew that 🤣
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Ditto and ditto! 😂
Thanks, Clive ♡
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Well never knew that!! Thanks Nancy 😀
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Most welcome, Ange! ☺️ Now you can impress family and friends with your incredible music trivia knowledge! 😂
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😄🙌
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I did 😁
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Bazinga! (I did too) 😁
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Talk about star power!
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Those were the days, my friend! 🤩
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Wow, I didn’t know that … thank you for very informative article, Nancy 💜🎵💜
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Always a pleasure, dear Ivor! Great little piece of trivia. 🥰
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