Album Info Hide Show Artist: Eagles Album: On The Border Released: Australia, 1974 Tracklist: A1 Already Gone 4:13 Guitar [Solo Guitars], Soloist – Don Felder, Glenn Lead Vocals – Glenn Written-By – Jack Tempchin, Robb Strandlund A2 You Never Cry Like A Lover 4:02 Lead Vocals – Don Henley Written-By – Don Henley, John David Souther A3 Midnight Flyer 3:58 Lead Vocals – Randy Slide Guitar – Glenn Written-By – Paul Craft A4 My Man 3:30 Lead Vocals – Bernie Pedal Steel Guitar – Bernie Written-By – Bernie Leadon A5 On The Border 4:28 Handclaps [Claps] – The Clapettes Lead Vocals – Don Henley Other [T.n.t.s] – Coach Written-By – Bernie Leadon, Don Henley, Glenn Frey B1 James Dean 3:36 Guitar [Solo Guitars], Soloist – Bernie Lead Vocals – Glenn Written-By – Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Jackson Browne, John David Souther B2 Ol’ 55 4:22 Lead Vocals – Don Henley, Glenn Pedal Steel Guitar – Al Perkins Written-By – Tom Waits B3 Is It True? 3:14 Lead Vocals – Randy Slide Guitar – Glenn Written-By – R. Meisner B4 Good Day In Hell 4:27 Lead Vocals – Don Henley, Glenn Slide Guitar – Don Felder Written-By – Don Henley, Glenn Frey B5 Best Of My Love 4:35 Lead Vocals – Don Henley Pedal Steel Guitar – Bernie Leadon Written-By – Don Henley, Glenn Frey, John David Souther Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 91 Plenty Rd, Preston in Melbourne’s North (Australia) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . All pictures of the second hand/used vinyl records are actual pictures of the album in stock. We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $125 and over. You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout. We also ship internationally – prices vary depending on weight and location. 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This album marks the Eagles’ first collaboration with producer Bill Szymczyk, which led to a grittier sound that would define their future works. “On The Border” not only showcases the Eagles’ evolving sound but also their growing prowess in songwriting and musicianship, making it a crucial album in their storied career. The album opens with “Already Gone,” a rock anthem that became one of the Eagles’ signature songs. With its driving guitars, upbeat tempo, and defiant lyrics, the song represents the band’s foray into a more mainstream rock sound. The dual guitar work of Glenn Frey and new member Don Felder, who made his Eagles’ debut on this album, is particularly noteworthy, setting the stage for the band’s future explorations in rock. The title track, “On The Border,” delves into more politically charged themes, a departure from the band’s earlier, more introspective material. The song’s edgier sound, combined with its commentary on social and political issues, reflects the band’s desire to address more significant themes in their music, showcasing their growth as artists. “Best of My Love,” the album’s closing track, became one of the Eagles’ most beloved ballads and their first Billboard Hot 100 number one hit. The song’s gentle, country-inflected melody and heartfelt lyrics exemplify the Eagles’ ability to craft emotionally resonant songs that resonate with a wide audience. The harmonies, a hallmark of the Eagles’ sound, are particularly poignant on this track, highlighting the band’s vocal chemistry. The production of “On The Border” is a blend of the Eagles’ earlier, more polished sound and the raw, live energy they aimed to capture under Szymczyk’s direction. This approach resulted in a more diverse album, with tracks ranging from the hard-rocking “James Dean” to the introspective “Midnight Flyer,” showcasing the band’s versatility and their ability to seamlessly blend different musical genres. “Already Gone” and “Best of My Love” serve as bookends to an album that explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the American experience. The lyrics throughout “On The Border” are more nuanced and reflective, signaling the Eagles’ maturation as songwriters and their ability to craft narratives that capture the zeitgeist of the 1970s. In conclusion, “On The Border” stands as a significant album in the Eagles’ discography, marking a transition in their sound and thematic approach. The addition of Don Felder and the shift towards a harder rock sound, coupled with the band’s continued excellence in songwriting and harmony, resulted in an album that expanded the Eagles’ musical landscape. “On The Border” not only solidified the Eagles’ place in rock history but also paved the way for their subsequent successes, making it an essential listen for understanding the evolution of one of America’s most iconic bands. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review