Favourite Live Tracks

[Freypower]

I was listening to my live compilation disc this morning. I can never make up my mind which tracks I like best, ignoring the versions of Eagles songs which I have heard so often (although see below).


I am a sucker for the Royal Oak version of Some Kind Of Wonderful where he really 'tears it up' - especially the 'can I get a witness' chant near the end. Also, from the same show, Let The Good Times Roll, where he sings about his Citation 5 jet. Then there is I Hear You Knocking, which is so cool you could skate on it. I could go on.


The live version of Desperado from Casino Rama is to my mind becoming the definitive version (what a relief to be able to say that). It's sung in the most beautiful, heartfelt way without unnecessary histrionics.http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif

[sodascouts]

I haven't heard most of these - although I want to badly!

I agree about Desperado from Casino Rama being magnificent. I think I'll put it up one of these days as the audio download of the week. Regarding other songs, I know not everyone agrees, but my favorite version of Smuggler's Blues is when he does it old school in San Diego 1985. And I love YBTTC in Christchurch 1994.

[Freypower]

You will have Royal Oak soon so you can decide for yourself.... I was thinking more of audio tracks than DVD moments, although I agree YBTTC from CHC takes some beating. If I were to try and select my favourite DVD track it would be almost impossible, although NMCD from F1 is extremely special.

[sodascouts]

I know you were thinking in terms of audio, but a lot of times I rip the audio from these videos and play it as a CD. Even then, I'm struck by them.


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[Freypower]

Well, we can also talk about favourite live DVD tracks. On Eagleland a topic has been started about TGFY. This is one of Glenn's best performances, in my opinion, not just his voice, but the way he moves, stands, and just immerses himself in the song.

I was watching some of F1 on Christmas night and yet again I was struck by his charisma in Already Gone. It's perfect. :blush:

[sodascouts]

I agree. That's why I was surprised when you said you didn't think he liked the song. He's just so passionate and into it.

I love him on Already Gone. New Kid in Town is also terrific. He just seems to give it his all, especially the bridge.


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[scully6]

I agree with Freypower about Glenn's performance of TGFY. Personally, I think Glenn is the one who performs the most out of the group. Joe is in a class all his own , but Glenn really gets into the soulfulness of each song, in my opinion.

I love NMCD from F1 as well. Its very special - and I wasn't even there! :D

[glenneaglesfan]

Slightly off topic, but it's also very apparent that he gets into everyone else's songs as well. I just love to watch him singing along - he just can't help it as a true musician.

[sodascouts]

It's true he gives the more powerful performances, but I think he almost is doing it for himself rather than the audience. I think that's what makes it fun for him.


Slightly off topic, but it's also very apparent that he gets into everyone else's songs as well. I just love to watch him singing along - he just can't help it as a true musician.

Totally! It's fascinating to watch.


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[Freypower]

You are all so correct about why Glenn is such a great performer. He really gets into it, not just his own, but the other members' songs. Two other perfect examples are Funk #49 and OOTN in F1 where I think he steals the show.

Re NMCD, it was nice to be there! It was a privilege, in fact. :smokin:

[Freypower]

Lyin' Eyes in Christchurch is another one that springs to mind...


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There's talk on the street, it sounds so familiar
Great expectations, everybody's watching you

[sodascouts]

Out of Control on the BBC, 1973!


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[sodascouts]

Thought I would revive this VERY old thread (one of the first that was posted on the original "Flip City" board) because of the discussion we were having in the Eagles forum.

One of my favorite live Glenn performances:

Desperado (Dublin 1993) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuZkJhL5OnU)

[Stars]

Soda, I agree with you -Glenn's performance of Desperado at Dublin was fantastic! I can honestly say I love his singing of Desperado as much as I love Don's, and Desperado is my all time favorite Eagles song!
Another one I love from Dublin is "I've Got Mine". I also love Glenn's live performance of "Take it to the Limit"-gets to me every time I hear it-I have to sing along!:singer:

[eaglesvet]

That was quite the inspiring (and inspired) performance! Wish I had been there! :grooving::applause::inlove:

[eaglesvet]

I was just thinking (again) about Glenn's version of Desperado...that is the sexiest sweat I have ever seen---he is too HSG in that video!

[sodascouts]

Seriously!

[Stars]

I was driving around this afternoon listening to "Lover's Moon" from Hell Freezes Over Night two, and I was thinking how heavenly Glenn sounds singing this song. When Don comes in on the harmonies, it is like hearing the angels sing!:angel: Since Glenn hasn't been doing any songs from his solo career, I wonder if he could be persuaded to add this one to the LROE tour?? I would be so happy if he did, and I'll bet there are others on this board who would be too!:thumbsup:

[Freypower]

Tell me about it. I know, I know.

There are no words left to describe that performance of Desperado. Also don't forget Wild Mountain Thyme.

The live tracks I tend to like are the one offs which have never been performed again - viz. Show Biz Kids, (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame. I was lucky enough to see 6345789 and it rocks. For those who don't know these are from the Royal Oak 'homecoming show' in 2000.

I am very fond of the 'swampy' version of Smuggler's Blues, although I know others prefer the 'rock' version (which I saw, at least). Also ANY performance of Heartache Tonight rocks. I may come back to this. One more - the Tokyo version of Rocky Mountain Way is a knockout.

Oh yes, and I Hear You Knockin' and Some Kind Of Wonderful. How I wish there were an audio version of I'll Come Running Back To You.