the Eagles

The song helps one of the movie's heroes escape certain death.

Band performed live for the first time in 17 months.

Band will now open tour a month earlier than previously planned.

A new book from author Ronald Brownstein catalogues one of the most prolific years in California cultural history.

Browne came up with the original song idea, before Glenn Frey and the Eagles made it their own.

Life imitated art when drug-fueled producer met Glenn Frey and Don Henley.

Songwriter Jack Tempchin made good use of his friendship with Glenn Frey.

He arrived with the makings of this first showcase moment with the group.

A look at how the underrated — but Bob Dylan-praised — 'Hotel California' ballad came to life.

They scored four No. 1 albums and five No. 1 singles, but not every track went the distance.