Product Description

In 1973, The Eagles released their second album an album that provided them with their signature tune and announced the arrival of a major new talent in the field of country rock music. In this unique re-appraisal of one of the seminal works of the genre, the legendary broadcaster Bob Harris takes us back in time to Los Angeles in the seventies the place and time that provided the backdrop for the The Eagles sound. The much respected presenter of The Old Grey Whistle Test brings his unique insight into the reasons that songs steeped in the sound of the dry and dusty American west somehow came to travel the world. In addition, the programme features analysis by a team of respected music journalists and rock critics, who highlight the strengths of an album featuring such peerless tracks as Tequila Sunrise , Outlaw and the much-covered title song. The key tunes are analysed and deconstructed to explain why they have achieved classic status. These standout features are complemented by superb performance footage of the band in their seventies heyday plus informative interviews with author and journalist Barney Hoskyns. There are also outstanding contributions by Peter Doggett, author of Are You Ready For The Country and biographer Johnny Rogan. Highlights include: - The thoughts of legendary broadcaster Bob Harris. - Superb performance footage. - The story of the album. - Musical analysis of key tracks. - Insight into the making of the album by a team of journalists and music critics.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #38545 in DVD
• Released on: 2007-05-07
• Rating: Exempt
• Number of discs: 1
• Formats: AC-3, Colour, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD-Video, Subtitled, PAL
• Original language: English
• Subtitled in: Spanish
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 64 minutes

Synopsis
Critical appraisal of a landmark album, DESPERADO, by country-rockers The Eagles. Part of the World's Greatest Albums series.

Customer Reviews

Nicely done!
OK I say nicely done it's not great, but it is informative and looks at one of the most fantastic albums made in Rock history. When I say it's not great, it isn't an accurate review of the album and doesn't give an intensive look at how it was made and many contributions from the band themselves.

It is a nice documentary if you want a bit of nostalgia or a reflective look back at America's greatest Soft Rock band.

The Eagles were kings in the 70s, now watch the DVD and buy the album for a delight and a working knowledge of sheer class in how to make an album.

I just wouldn't suggest "Long Road Out of Eden" for that!

I enjoyed this and you will too, nice DVD and one that would make a great stocking filler or birthday pressie for instance for a hardened Eagles fan