Press and Discussion about Felder's New Album "Road to Forever"

[Tiffanny Twisted]

ok
i got the advertisment for felder at the golden nugget after he was there. ha ha
but it was made out as
don felder ..formerly of the eagles
"a night at the hotel california"
with him as he looks today standing in from of the pictures of the hotel calif from the album

just wrong jmo:nope::stop::cuss::cuss:
as the song says...get over it

[Freypower]

Well, like it or not, that is how he promotes himself. He obviously feels that emphasising Hotel California will mean something to more people than Road To Forever will. And being blunt, he is right.

I have said that I disagree with this approach & that it is high time that he ditched this 'a night at the Hotel California' stuff & started to show some pride in this album, which is supposed to be where he is now. But it looks like that isn't going to happen & that all he will ever do is go with the Eagles connection.

[Tiffanny Twisted]

Well, like it or not, that is how he promotes himself. He obviously feels that emphasising Hotel California will mean something to more people than Road To Forever will. And being blunt, he is right.

I have said that I disagree with this approach & that it is high time that he ditched this 'a night at the Hotel California' stuff & started to show some pride in this album, which is supposed to be where he is now. But it looks like that isn't going to happen & that all he will ever do is go with the Eagles connection.

well said and I couldnt agree with you more

[Topkat]

Well, like it or not, that is how he promotes himself. He obviously feels that emphasising Hotel California will mean something to more people than Road To Forever will. And being blunt, he is right.

I have said that I disagree with this approach & that it is high time that he ditched this 'a night at the Hotel California' stuff & started to show some pride in this album, which is supposed to be where he is now. But it looks like that isn't going to happen & that all he will ever do is go with the Eagles connection.

I don't really agree. Most artists, especially those making a "come back" or trying to jump start their careers after a long absence do refer back to the stuff they are most well known for, & for Felder, that would be Hotel California. I don't see anything wrong with it.

I just feel there is a lot of general dislike for Felder by some people on this board, therefore a negative view of whatever he does is taken.
I think he has every right to mention Hotel California, as well as the fact that he was a former Eagle. There isn't anything wrong with it. It's true, so Why shouldn't he?
His album didn't get a lot of promotion, so he's making the best of it. He's not looking for super stardom, just looking to bring back some of his old fans to come out to see his show!!!

[Freypower]

I don't really agree. Most artists, especially those making a "come back" or trying to jump start their careers after a long absence do refer back to the stuff they are most well known for, & for Felder, that would be Hotel California. I don't see anything wrong with it.

I just feel there is a lot of general dislike for Felder by some people on this board, therefore a negative view of whatever he does is taken.
I think he has every right to mention Hotel California, as well as the fact that he was a former Eagle. There isn't anything wrong with it. It's true, so Why shouldn't he?
His album didn't get a lot of promotion, so he's making the best of it. He's not looking for super stardom, just looking to bring back some of his old fans to come out to see his show!!!

Nobody said he didn't have the right to mention Hotel California or that he is a former Eagle. But he should not be hiding behind it as much now that he has a new album. He should be emphasising that first, the old days second. He has not been a member of the Eagles now for 11 years.

I'm afraid I just don't see this as 'general dislike' or 'taking a negative view of whatever he does'. People are entitled to ask why he still can't let the Eagles go especially when he has made his feelings about the band very clear.

[Topkat]

Nobody said he didn't have the right to mention Hotel California or that he is a former Eagle. But he should not be hiding behind it as much now that he has a new album. He should be emphasising that first, the old days second. He has not been a member of the Eagles now for 11 years.

I'm afraid I just don't see this as 'general dislike' or 'taking a negative view of whatever he does'. People are entitled to ask why he still can't let the Eagles go especially when he has made his feelings about the band very clear.

FP, You & I are never going to agree on this topic, so I don't see the point of arguing it with you...I'm only repeating myself.
He is most well known as an Eagle...He's not "HIDING" behind it. That is what he's known for. Of course HC is more well known than his new album.

What do you really care what he does? Why does it bother you so much???.I doubt any of the Eagles really care....I just don't get it..It's like you have a personal vendetta with the guy

[Freypower]

FP, You & I are never going to agree on this topic, so I don't see the point of arguing it with you...I'm only repeating myself.
He is most well known as an Eagle...He's not "HIDING" behind it. That is what he's known for. Of course HC is more well known than his new album.

What do you really care what he does? Why does it bother you so much???.I doubt any of the Eagles really care....I just don't get it..It's like you have a personal vendetta with the guy

It is a legitimate topic of discussion & I have as much right to give my opinions as you do. I don't see it as a 'personal vendetta' at all & it doesn't 'bother' me.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Another interview. I thought I already posted it, but I don't see it!

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-207_162-57551939/don-felder-former-eagles-guitarist-returns-with-first-new-solo-album-in-nearly-30-years/

[Freypower]

That article states that Rolling Stone reviewed the album. I couldn't find any review on their website & I'm two issues behind in terms of receiving my copy.

Anyway here is a review of the album from American Songwriter:

http://www.americansongwriter.com/2012/10/don-felder-road-to-forever/

[Topkat]

Once again, annoying incorrect information in this article that says Felder was ousted from the Eagles in 1991.....Where do they come up with this stuff?
HFO was 1994, & he's on the DVD, so this writer obviously is clueless!:-x

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Another article...

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/an-interview-with-don-felder/

[sodascouts]

Did anybody catch him on that morning show? I missed it but I'd like to see it. Maybe it will be available online.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Let me know if you find it online. I have conference calls every morning so I can't have the TV on.

[WalshFan88]

I just found this out and really don't know where to put it but this will have to do.

I found out that Felder's new guitarist in his band for the new album is none other than Greg Suran - the same guy who played all of the Walsh solo shows on the AM tour... Funny how that worked out, seeing has he had Frank Simes before, who was Don Henley's guitarist. :hilarious:

[sodascouts]

I guess these guys share and share alike, lol.

[EaglesKiwi]

I guess these guys share and share alike, lol.
I thought that was just in the 70s... :nahnah:

[TimothyBFan]

I thought that was just in the 70s... :nahnah:

:hilarious: Naughty girl!!!

[HannahRichman]

What do you guys think about Road to Forever! Check out what I think! :)

http://thecelebritycafe.com/reviews/2013/02/don-felders-road-forever

[Troubadour]

Thanks for your thoughts, Hannah, and welcome to The Border!

[sodascouts]

Welcome, Hannah! I merged your thread into our discussion of the album. Read everyone's thoughts and feel free to respond!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

A good interview with Don.

http://www.web2carz.com/people/who-you-know/1950/lone-eagle-don-felder-speaks

[sodascouts]

Thanks. That was an interesting read.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

A tweet from Don...good news!

The new single "Wash Away" is number 4 on the Mediabase Charts again this week! Call your local rock radio stations to request it!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Nothing really new here, but we have some new people who might enjoy the read...

http://www.mydesert.com/article/20130516/LIFESTYLES0101/305160057/Don-Felder-spreads-his-wings?nclick_check=1

[TimothyBFan]

This was just posted on my Styx group and I didn't see it here off hand. Hope it's not a repeat.

Tommy Shaw and Don speaking about the song Wash Away from the album that they both co-wrote.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXRMoDR0Mv8

[sodascouts]

Love that song!

[WalshFan88]

Amazing song, one of my favs now. It's cool that they recorded it together.

[TimothyBFan]

I agree--- great song but then it's an ex Eagle and a member of Styx--how can you go wrong there? But I'm a bit partial, I suppose. :-?

[Turf]

TimothyBFan,

Thanks for that video! Very cool. I liked Tommy Shaw's line: "You live long enough and you play long enough and things happen in your life..."

Ain't that the truth!

[zeldabjr]

Don sang Wash Away when I saw him...loved it!

[Turf]

The main guitar riff on Wash Away sounds a bit like the end of "Welcome to the Jungle" by Guns 'N Roses - to me anyway... I'm just mentioning it 'cause it took me a while to figure out what it reminded me of. Still sounds cool, of course.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Don Felder’s new single “Wash Away” with special guest Tommy Shaw is currently being played on the following stations. Be sure to call your local rock radio station to request “Wash Away”! KKPT/Little Rock, AR KSLX/ Phoenix, AZ KLPX/Tucson, AZ KSEG/Sacramento, CA KTYD/Santa Barbara, CA KGB-fm/San Diego, CA KSAN/San Francisco, CA KSWD/Los Angeles, CA KKFM/Colorado Springs, CO WNDD/Gainesville, FL KIOT/Albuquerque, NM WDHA/Morristown, NJ KOZZ/Reno, NV WAXQ/New York, NY KGON/Portland, OR WONE/Akron, OH WDMT/Wilkes-Barre, PA KQXX/McAllen, TX KKRW/Houston, TX KRSP/Salt Lake City, UT KZOK/Seattle, WA WKLH/Milwaukee, WI

(copied from Don's website)

If you listen to any of these stations, give them a call and request it.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

An interesting interview with Don.

I find it impossible to read any interview with any of our guys without reading the quotes in 'their voice'. Anyone else do that?

http://concertblogger.com/2013/05/don-felder-formerly-of-the-eagles-chats-with-concert-blogger-on-influences-success-and-his-most-memorable-collaborations/

[Topkat]

Loved that article on Don.....Thanks for posting VA
Learned a few new things about his experiences....I am hoping to see him along with Frampton. Trying to find someone to go with me...Always a difficult task, as
I hear a lot of lame excuses why people can't go. Anyone want to go with me to the Beacon Theater?

[MaryCalifornia]

I can't believe he said in that article that he thinks Randy Jackson is the best bass player in LA. How rude! I think we all know who the best bass player in LA is...I'm kidding, I'm sure TBS isn't considered the best bassist in the world, but this comment seemed a little pointed! It probably wasn't - he's just talkin', which is fine. If Felder plays in SoCal I would go see him. I feel sorry for him, can't help it.

[AEW21]

An interesting interview with Don.

I find it impossible to read any interview with any of our guys without reading the quotes in 'their voice'. Anyone else do that?

http://concertblogger.com/2013/05/don-felder-formerly-of-the-eagles-chats-with-concert-blogger-on-influences-success-and-his-most-memorable-collaborations/

Very sweet comments about his kids. And I love the story about Brian Wilson...

[Topkat]

Seems like Don is moving on..There wasn't much mention here about the Eagles, the firing, the book, or Hotel California...There's a lot more to him than just his experience as an Eagle...I'm glad to see that he's doing new things with other musicians. I think it's all good for him. :thumbsup:

[sodascouts]

I agree. The more focused he is on his new music and future projects, the better the interview.

[thelongrun]

I am listening the full new Album right now on Spotify. A pretty decent good work IMO. I will buy it, and that's a lot to say ;) My best ! :)Stay cool :computer:

[SilverMoon]

Don just posted this on Facebook and Twitter:

Happy to say "You Don't Have Me" was #3 on Classic Rock Radio. Have a rockin Monday, friends.
https://www.facebook.com/donfeldermusic/posts/538612032918460?stream_ref=10

https://twitter.com/donfelder/status/458272053226131457

That’s great news! I love that song!

[xxy]

I like 'over you', but i can not buy this CD in China.

[SilverMoon]

Welcome, xxy! I love “Over You” too! It’s such a sweet ballad!

[SilverMoon]

Yesterday Don posted this message on Facebook:

"You Don't Have Me" made it to #1 on the Classic Rock chart! Celebrate by entering to win this prize pack from Classics Du Jour - http://ow.ly/w2Bwm.
https://www.facebook.com/donfeldermusic/posts/539112326201764?stream_ref=10

Wow! That’s great and well deserved! :applause: I’m so happy for Don! :cheers:

[sodascouts]

Congrats to Don!

[xxy]

That's great !!

[SilverMoon]

Don posted this on Facebook today:

Great news before I hit the stage tonight with Styx and Foreigner - "You Don't Have Me" made it to #1 on Classics Du Jour again! Thank you to everyone for your support.
https://www.facebook.com/donfeldermusic/posts/550575821722081

[SilverMoon]

Don posted this on Facebook today:

Both "You Don't Have Me" & "Hotel California" made top ten on the Classic Rock radio charts this week and I couldn't be happier.
http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/TF/9_zps658a655d.jpg?t=1401388936

[MaryCalifornia]

That is awesome, thanks SM.

Why Led Zeppelin? Are they always just sitting in the top spot, or is there a new release?

Neal Schon, haha! Unfortunately, all I can think of is the Salahis...oy.

[Freypower]

That is awesome, thanks SM.

Why Led Zeppelin? Are they always just sitting in the top spot, or is there a new release?

Neal Schon, haha! Unfortunately, all I can think of is the Salahis...oy.

There is going to be a release of outtakes from all Zeppelin albums & as those songs are from the first two albums that must be it. Whole Lotta Love is the 'Radio Rough' version i.e. previously unreleased.

[MaryCalifornia]

Aaaah, I see, thank you.

[chaim]

Listening to the album for the first time, and I have to say that it sounds darn good. I've heard about seven songs so far. It bothers some people that Don isn't "proving his chops" on the guitar too much, but I respect this - he seems to think more about the songs than about himself as a player.

Not everything has blown my mind so far, but overall it seems to be a very strong album. I find it slightly funny that the first song reminds me of a song of Glenn's. The "That sweet taste of love keeps..." bit reminds me of "We were left with no choice but to stand up and fight for this land" in Brave New World. So the songs go to the chorus in a similar way.

The only thing that bothers me is that it sounds like there's some kind of an effect (Autotune?) in Don's voice in some songs, and it gets tiring. Or maybe I'm just hearing things...

[SilverMoon]

Don posted this on Facebook yesterday:

"You Don't Have Me" hits 10 weeks in the Top 5 on the Classic Rock Chart this week!
https://www.facebook.com/donfeldermusic/posts/563478907098439

[SilverMoon]

Here’s a review of the extended edition of Road to Forever:

http://www.musicstreetjournal.com/index_cdreviews_display.cfm?id=104409

[sodascouts]

Road to Forever was released two years ago today! Hardly seems that long!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROAD TO FOREVER!