Press and Discussion about Don's new album(s) in progress

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Originally Posted by pueblo47

And for the ones who say they don't like country music, what are the Eagles but country rock, despite them trying to shed that reputation?.

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Well I think they have went to pretty much every genre. They've done RnB type tunes, country tunes, more hard rock tunes, bluesy rock tunes, and more bluegrass or folk tunes. They have really made a song in all of those genres and one of the biggest reasons I think the Eagles are so successful. There is something for everyone to enjoy.

I won't go on about it in this thread, but you know I prefer the 'rockier' (musically) years of the Hotel California and Long Run era. BUT On the Border I love, I can't get enough of "Already Gone", "The Best Of My Love", "James Dean", etc. In fact, now, I can say On The Border is probably my 2nd favorite Eagles album. Adding Felder was a very smart move IMO, and then Walsh was the perfect guy to get when Leadon left. Just a great band in any form! ;)

When I say I don't like country music, it's mainly me coming from a blues/rock background. Most country is kind of "boring" for me but when they rock it up, I dig that (like the OTB album for instance). But again, the Eagles have really made music in so many different genres there is something for everybody.

I'll run out and buy Don's album though, just as I will for Joe. And hopefully this will inspire some of the others to do a solo album as well (cough...GLENN...cough). :D

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Originally Posted by pueblo47

Without being disagreeable to anyone in here, guess what I'm trying to understand is why all the controversy? No one has even heard anything from the album yet, just what has been printed. And it's not like it hasn't been done before by the other guys. The more I read about it, the more I want to hear it before making any comments pro or con.

And for the ones who say they don't like country music, what are the Eagles but country rock, despite them trying to shed that reputation? They started out that way and even though the rock has changed the sound somewhat over the years, it hasn't changed their reputation for easy listening, ballad-like songs that tell stories or make statements.

Again this is MY opinion and I'm not trying to start a fight with anyone in here. Just saying what I personally think.

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As Soda said to her knowledge the only Eagle who has re-recorded Eagles songs is Randy, although some Eagles songs appear on Glenn's live album. But that's a live album.

I know we haven't heard it yet but I echo other comments that it is lazy and unimaginative to re-record Eagles' songs. I wonder if that old joke about 'Don can sing anything' which Glenn recently uttered yet again in Taiwan has led him to believe that his fans will just lap this up because he's singing it. But that is probably a bit harsh.

I also echo others who have said that I probably won't buy the CD; just download any new songs & intriguing covers (of non-Eagles songs) if it is made available on iTunes.

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Originally Posted by TimothyBFan

PM-- I have to agree, I probably will not be buying this cd. Now the one we've heard possibly coming out of Soul (or did I dream that?) I will definitely buy. But I guess I should know better than to say never.

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I'm sorry, but what are you referring to here? I haven't seen this mentioned anywhere else on the board. Apologies if it has been mentioned.

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Originally Posted by TimothyBFan

Now the one we've heard possibly coming out of Soul (or did I dream that?)

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He's mentioned doing an R&B album. In this interview he said he was working on them at the same time.

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Originally Posted by whitcap

He's mentioned doing an R&B album. In this interview he said he was working on them at the same time.

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Oh; I apologise. I thought TBF had heard a rumour that there was going to be a new Eagles live album recorded in Seoul, South Korea where they recently played. I knew about the R&B album. He'll probably do Witchy Woman on that. :-(

There will probably only be one or two Eagles covers on the album. Hopefully he'll choose songs that he didn't sing originally. I didn't care for Randy's solo version of Take It to the Limit the first few times I heard it but its grown on me over time. I loved his version of Take It Easy from the first time I heard it though (although that could be because I have a soft spot for 90s Randy.)

As for why he's recording Eagles covers, GL mentioned a contract obligation. That's probably why. If he needs to put out two more albums to end his obligation to Warner he's probably looking to finish them ASAP, hence all the covers. Randy's first album (which contained his Take It to the Limit cover) was a cover album that he recorded to fill a contract obligation (apparently there was a clause in his contract where he had to record an album for Asylum if he chose to quit the Eagles) so the album was a bit of a rushed effort. As for his Take It Easy cover, it was recorded for the World Classic Rockers album (which contained recorded versions of the songs in their set list at the time.) He put it on Love Me or Leave Me Alone, which was an album of previously recorded material.

I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.

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Originally Posted by whitcap

There will probably only be one or two Eagles covers on the album. Hopefully he'll choose songs that he didn't sing originally. I didn't care for Randy's solo version of Take It to the Limit the first few times I heard it but its grown on me over time. I loved his version of Take It Easy from the first time I heard it though (although that could be because I have a soft spot for 90s Randy.)

As for why he's recording Eagles covers, GL mentioned a contract obligation. That's probably why. If he needs to put out two more albums to end his obligation to Warner he's probably looking to finish them ASAP, hence all the covers. Randy's first album (which contained his Take It to the Limit cover) was a cover album that he recorded to fill a contract obligation (apparently there was a clause in his contract where he had to record an album for Asylum if he chose to quit the Eagles) so the album was a bit of a rushed effort. As for his Take It Easy cover, it was recorded for the World Classic Rockers album (which contained recorded versions of the songs in their set list at the time.) He put it on Love Me or Leave Me Alone, which was an album of previously recorded material.

I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.

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I suppose it is just me but I would prefer he did not sing songs that were originally sung by Glenn.

And you can fulfil a contractual obligation in a rather more imaginative way than doing re-recorded Eagles songs.

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Originally Posted by Freypower

He'll probably do Witchy Woman on that. :-(

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I hope so, a particular fav of mine:smokin:

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Originally Posted by whitcap

I plan on buying Don's new album whenever it comes out.

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Me too.:rockguitar:

FP, I realize what you're saying and understand it, but I'm personally looking forward to this country concept to see how different a spin it might put on the classics I'm used to hearing. Plus I have always liked Henley's raspy voice when he has recorded with other artists like Yearwood for example.

Your viewpoints are always interesting and informative and I say this sincerely.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by Brooke

I love a lot of country music and I love nearly every Eagles song that ever came out. Country influenced or rock.

I don't mind if country artists do Eagles songs. But I don't love an Eagle re-recording Eagles songs with country artists. It's never gonna be as good as the original. There's too much history and the legacy there. And what is the point? I agree with Soda that it's a cop out and lazy. Surely he can come up with other songs to record. Why would we want to hear that? Now, I love Don and I know he can sing the phone book and make it sound good. He has said before that they get tired of singing the same old songs so why when he has a chance to do something different doesn't he do something different?

This is just my opinion. Everyone has one. It's ok to disagree as long as no blood is spilled. :lol:

And unless there is new material on it, I probably won't buy it either. I might download just the new songs. :shrug:

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This sums up my position on this perfectly; if others feel differently and are looking forward to it; great. I am looking forward to the songs which are not Eagles songs.

Now I promise that is my last word on the subject.

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Originally Posted by Freypower

I suppose it is just me but I would prefer he did not sing songs that were originally sung by Glenn.

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I'm with you. I think it would sound wrong.

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Originally Posted by Freypower

Oh; I apologise. I thought TBF had heard a rumour that there was going to be a new Eagles live album recorded in Seoul, South Korea where they recently played. I knew about the R&B album. He'll probably do Witchy Woman on that. :-(

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:rofl: This just cracked me up! I may not come across as the most intelligent person on this board but I seriously do know the difference between Seoul (the city) and soul (the music) and I would have known not to put an Eagles live album info in a thread entitled Press & Discussion about Don's new album.

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Originally Posted by TimothyBFan

:rofl: This just cracked me up! I may not come across as the most intelligent person on this board but I seriously do know the difference between Seoul (the city) and soul (the music) and I would have known not to put an Eagles live album info in a thread entitled Press & Discussion about Don's new album.

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Your exact phrase was 'coming out of Soul'. Particularly because you used a capital letter for 'Soul' I didn't know what you meant. I also didn't know what you meant by 'coming out of'... to me that implied 'recorded in a particular place'. Then when you said 'or did I dream that' I thought you had heard something others hadn't. I'm sorry I got it so wrong. :blush:

I give up....you're right, I was wrong--wrong with my capitalization, wrong with my punctuation and probably another half a dozen things not pointed out. :blush: I should of remained quiet. ;) It might be best I just leave this thread. :bye:

ANYWAY, I was thinking about whether Don would change arrangements on Eagles songs when he told Ronnie Donn to use Eagles phrasing and the like for Seven Bridges Road. It doesn't sound like he's changing up much there! I realize I'm venturing into complete speculation but hey, I enjoy doing that. ;)

OMG - you're killing me, Soda. It's bad enough for me to think that he's remaking Eagles songs, but to suggest that he's not even going to try to make it sound a little different is too much for me to bear. Of course, I'm just kidding - well ... sort of. As I said earlier, I'll withhold final judgment until I actually see/hear the album, but I'm really hoping your speculation does not come to pass.

Don Henley Plans a Country Project
Source: blog.gactv.com

The Eagles have long been hailed as an influence on modern country music, a fact that’s never been lost on drummer Don Henley. Now it appears Don is aiming to release an album that plays on that history. He’s been working on an album of country songs — some originals, some covers. He’s in good company in the process. He’s been putting the project together with Stan Lynch, who used to be the drummer with Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

If you click on the "Don Henley plans Country Project" it will bring up the entire article, a picture and a video.

FP posted this article in another thread since it was by and large about artists' termination rights, but I'm going to post the short bit regarding the new album here:

Don says:

"I've been working on a country album for a couple of years now, in between parenting and Eagles projects. It's coming along really well. It's both originals and covers, and I'm producing it with my buddy Stan Lynch. It's probably not going to come out until next spring [2012]. I'm working at my own glacial pace."

- Rolling Stone

So it's spring now, eh? Well, I'm glad to hear an update about the album, at any rate. I never thought it would take him so long to record an album that's mostly covers! Anyway, it looks like he and Glenn and perhaps even Joe will have solo albums out around the same time during the Eagles' 40th anniversary year. If that's the case, will they be able to tour solo?

Don will probably want to tour solo. Despite my euphoria about Glenn announcing his album, I now have a horrible feeling that he won't either tour or promote. I don't want his album to be 'buried' because it is a covers album with no original material (to our knowledge....) But Don's track record as a solo artist is more high profile and more recent and he is more willing to do promotion.

This is the truth; I can't spin this to make it more favourable to Glenn. Back to reality. Anyway this is Don's thread so I will say no more.

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Originally Posted by Freypower

Don will probably want to tour solo. Despite my euphoria about Glenn announcing his album, I now have a horrible feeling that he won't either tour or promote. I don't want his album to be 'buried' because it is a covers album with no original material (to our knowledge....) But Don's track record as a solo artist is more high profile and more recent and he is more willing to do promotion.

This is the truth; I can't spin this to make it more favourable to Glenn. Back to reality. Anyway this is Don's thread so I will say no more.

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Are you psychic, FP, that you somehow know that Glenn won't promote his album despite the fact that he specifically brought it up at our show and played new songs from it? I can't believe you are projecting into the future and complaining about things that haven't even happened yet! Geez! I'm sorry if I sound harsh but come on!

Back on topic. Don is helped by the fact that he can get some buzz going for his new album while he's going around talking with interviewers about other issues. He keeps a higher profile regardless of whether or not he has something to promote, and that is definitely a plus for him.

Soda, it's not harsh to say that. I know what that sounded like. Of course I don't know and of course I'm not psychic. As you say, this is about Don's album so talk about that.

I'm very much looking forward to hearing the new album (even if I have to wait for Northern Hemisphere spring - I got just a nanosecond of hope thinking "it's spring now" and then reality came crashing in).

I haven't heard a lot of country music, but have started listening to a little since joining this board - finding the stuff Don has done as duets and then looking at some more of those artists' stuff...

Have there been any updates about his second album, or does that seem to have been absorbed in his glacial workplan, only to resurface after the next ice age? I want that one to come out too! Or at least for there to be little hints of what's coming...

The second album hasn't been mentioned in months. It will probably still happen... in a few years. lol

OK, Don, time to get your a$$ in gear! Your bandmates are leaving you in the dust! lol

Another album coming? I guess I will have to read this thread when I have more time, I am way behind news.

Well, it's "in the works." While it's been "in the works" for quite a while, a few months ago, Don said that it would probably come out in Spring of 2012. With both Glenn and Joe stepping up and releasing albums this spring, Don would do well to heed their example! ;)

Wasn't Don supposed to be releasing Two new albums?......or did I dream that?

That was his initial ambition but it seems the R&B album has been put on the backburner; the more recent focus (as in the past year or so) has been on the country album.

Yes - don't keep us waiting too long, Don! A whole album of Mr. Henley singing old-style country is my kind of heaven.

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Originally Posted by sodascouts

That was his initial ambition but it seems the R&B album has been put on the backburner; the more recent focus (as in the past year or so) has been on the country album.

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He wanted to do a R&B album? Wow, sounds good. I remember I've read something about the country album. Thanks for the info, Nancy :)

Yes, Don, you need to get with it!

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Originally Posted by sodascouts

OK, Don, time to get your a$$ in gear! Your bandmates are leaving you in the dust! lol

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I was just thinking the same thing, after reading about Glenn & Joe and their albums. Okay, so Don is known for taking absolutely forever to get an album out, but his was being talked about long before the others were mentioned. Hope we see something from Mr Henley real soon. :pray:

Seriously. This thread was started in November of 2009!

At least he has Felder beat. Felder has been talking about working on a solo album since 2007, and it still hasn't been released.

OMG! As much as I would love to see Don release his new album, I'm really not in any hurry right now since Glenn and Joe's will be coming out in May. Now that I'm going to 4 of Glenn's shows, there's no way I'd be able to make any of Don's shows in the next few months. So, for purely selfish reasons, I would like to see a summer release date with a tour then. After all, it is all about me, isn't it!!! :lol:

I gotta update this now that Don says the album is coming in the fall. Here's hoping!

Exciting! I hope so, too.

I thought it would be interesting compiling a list of the country stars Don has been working with over the past year or so, and see if they are all on the album:

Ronnie Dunn* (says he sung on Seven Bridges Road back in 2011)
Alison Kraus* - (Dunn say she also sings on Seven Bridges Road)
Dolly Parton*
Randy Travis**
Brad Paisley
John Rich


*confirmed to be on the album
** confirmed to have been approached; acceptance not confirmed

Other possibilities:

He's expressed a desire to work with Merle Haggard.

He mentioned George Jones in a song one time.

Kenny Rogers is an old friend who was instrumental in getting Henley to California. It would be cool if he were also included.

He's worked with Travis Tritt, Trisha Yearwood, and Reba McIntryre before.

Other "country music friends" include Vince Gill and Keith Urban, who opened for the Eagles a couple years ago. You could argue Linda Ronstadt and JD Souther are country as well. Even Stevie Nicks could do country if called upon... see "After the Glitter Fades" and "That's Alright" for two examples. Oh, what a delight that would be! How about some reciprocity, Don? ;)

Country artists with an Eagles connection thanks to Common Thread: Little Texas, Clint Black, John Anderson, Alan Jackson, Suzy Bogguss, Diamond Rio, Billy Dean, Tanya Tucker, and Lorrie Morgan. That album was recorded quite a while ago, though.

Another possibility is Emmylou Harris. She and Don did a concert together last year.

I had completely forgotten about that! I'd love for her to appear. She's got a terrific voice.