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Mint
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
The Eagles' ‘One of These Nights' turns 50
Linda Ronstadt had an ear for talent. Set to tour in 1971, she and her manager recruited guitarist-vocalist Glenn Frey and drummer-vocalist Don Henley for her backup group. On the road, the pair mentioned they wanted to form a band, so Ms. Ronstadt suggested they add guitarist-vocalist Bernie Leadon while her manager recommended bassist Randy Meisner. All four performed behind her at Disneyland in July before leaving to form the Eagles. Don Felder, an edgier rock guitarist and childhood friend of Mr. Leadon, was added in 1974. 'One of These Nights"—the Eagles' fourth studio album, and the last featuring the original four members before Joe Walsh replaced Mr. Leadon—came out 50 years ago this month. The LP was the band's big breakthrough, remaining at No. 1 on the Billboard pop chart for five straight weeks. The record sold a half-million copies within a month of its release, and all three of its singles charted in Billboard's top 5: the title track (No. 1), 'Take It to the Limit" (No. 4) and 'Lyin' Eyes" (No. 2), which also won a Grammy. Essential to the band's sudden success was the elevation of Bill Szymczyk to sole producer. With full control on the LP, he helped the band realize its vision—a harder rock sound, with less country twang and fewer echo effects than on past albums. The wide popularity of 'One of These Nights" helped pioneer a new FM radio format—album-oriented rock—and had a powerful impact on rock and country artists, including Fleetwood Mac, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, Bon Jovi, Lady A and Travis Tritt. The LP also marked a turning point in California rock. The movement that began with the Byrds in 1965 had crested with singer-songwriters such as Crosby, Stills & Nash, Neil Young and Joni Mitchell in the early 1970s. While the lyrics of many of these artists' songs were poetic and personal, the Eagles' hits had broader appeal. Their words and music stirred feelings of independence, open-road optimism and wistful melancholy that touched a diverse range of fans. The record's timing was perfect. By the mid-1970s, arena and stadium rock—driven by Led Zeppelin, the Who, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath—demanded a much bigger sound from California artists. The Eagles were the complete singer-songwriter package. Three of the five members—Frey and Messrs. Leadon and Felder—played electric guitar and were multi-instrumentalists. The fourth and fifth, Messrs. Henley and Meisner, played drums and bass, respectively. All were vocal harmony specialists. Songs on 'One of These Nights" are relaxed and aspirational, and weren't written by one or two bandmates but by all members in different configurations. The title track, by Frey and Mr. Henley, who has the lead vocal, is an ode to procrastination, with Mr. Felder taking the bluesy guitar solo. The soulful rock feel and rhythm seem to have been inspired by the band's own 'Witchy Woman" and 'Then Came You," by the Spinners (with Dionne Warwick), a group the songwriters admired. 'Too Many Hands," by Messrs. Felder and Meisner, the lead singer here, features Frey on lead guitar. The song warns about Mother Nature's destruction: 'And there's too many hands / Being laid on her / Too many eyes will never see / That it's dragging her down." Albhy Galuten plays the synthesizer and Mr. Leadon is on pedal steel guitar on 'Hollywood Waltz," by Frey, Mr. Leadon, his brother Tom and Mr. Henley, the lead vocalist. The song pays tribute to Southern California. 'Journey of the Sorcerer" probably should have been dropped. The 6½-minute rootsy prog-rock instrumental by Mr. Leadon, who plays banjo backed by an orchestra and fiddles, has its artful moments but it's an outcast. Written by Frey and Mr. Henley, 'Lyin' Eyes" features Frey on his only lead vocal. The rollicking song about a woman living with a much older man who visits a guy more suitably aged again showcases Mr. Leadon on pedal steel: 'You can't hide your lyin' eyes / And your smile is a thin disguise / I thought by now you'd realize / There ain't no way to hide your lyin' eyes." The waltz-time ballad 'Take It to the Limit," by Frey and Messrs. Henley and Meisner, who sings lead, celebrates taking your best shot to realize your dreams: 'So put me on a highway / And show me a sign / And take it to the limit one more time." 'Visions," by Messrs. Henley and Felder, is a Southern rocker with snarling guitars and tight vocals. Frey and Mr. Henley's 'After the Thrill Is Gone" is a rock saloon song with Mr. Felder on lead guitar. The album's prettiest and most underappreciated song is Mr. Leadon's 'I Wish You Peace," co-written with Patti Davis, his then-romantic partner and daughter of Nancy and Ronald Reagan. The electric keyboard, orchestral strings and jazz chords are a warm touch. By the end of 1975, the Eagles were at a commercial peak. Unfairly tarred as 'corporate rock" in the late '70s, they showed on 'One of These Nights" that well-crafted songs with heart were the keystone of their success. Mr. Myers is the author of 'Rock Concert: An Oral History" and 'Anatomy of 55 More Songs" (Grove Press).
Chicago Tribune
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Around the Southland: Art fair in Oak Lawn, waterfall blessing, concerts and more
Student musicians and artists showed off their talents recently at the annual Oak Lawn Community High School District 229 Fine Arts Fair. The event began with an induction ceremony for the National Arts Honor Society, followed by exhibitions in the Performing Arts Center, ranging from 3-D ceramics, painting and photography to musical performances by students in guitar, band and choir classes. As musicians played, artists painted. 'This arts fair is a celebration of the creativity of our amazing students,' Fine Arts Department Chair Semaj Coleman shared in a news release. 'It was great to see the integration of art forms, such as the student painters during the musical concerts!' Children ages 18 and younger can eat breakfast and lunch for free this summer, thanks to the Seamless Summer Option School Nutrition Program offered by Oak Lawn Community High School District 229. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 8 a.m. and lunch from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays through June 25 and June 30 to July 17. Children should use the visitor entrance, Door 7, at the school, 9400 Southwest Highway, Oak Lawn. The program is open to anyone in the community, not just students at the high school. Information is at 708-741-5607. Tinley Park hosts a series of performances during the Music in the Plaza concert series, which runs from 7 to 10 p.m. select Saturdays from June 21 to Sept. 27. The first two concerts will be held in Zabrocki Plaza, 17375 Oak Park Ave., before the series moves to the new Harmony Square plaza across the street. This year's concerts are June 21: Hoodwink'd (classic rock and pop), June 28: Simple Men and Southern Nights (southern rock), July 26: ARRA (classic rock), Aug. 9: Boy Band Night (boy bands), Aug. 23: 7th Heaven ('70s and '80s), Sept. 13: One of These Nights (Eagles tribute) and Sept. 27: Sons of Chicago (Bruce Springsteen and Bob Seger tribute). Information is at 708-444-5000. For the 18th year, a blessing will be given to the Blue Island Waterfall on the Cal Sag Channel, Chatham and Fulton streets in Blue Island. This year it's at 3 p.m. June 22. The Rev. MaryBeth Ingberg of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Evergreen Park will officiate a nondenominational, interactive ceremony. The Dixieland band The Mudcats will perform, and refreshments will be offered. More than 100 people typically attend. Participants are invited to offer individual blessings and prayer. The event, which blesses the waterfall run by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, is organized by Tom Shepherd of the Southeast Environmental Task Force and the Rev. Rod Rhinehart of St. Joseph and St. Aidan's Episcopal Church. Male students at the Illinois School in Park Forest were treated to a day of mentoring and grooming last month as part of Cuts and Ties, which celebrates and prepares eighth-grade boys as they transition to high school. Barbers from Larry's Barber College cut hair for free. Students also shared a continental breakfast, spent time with mentors from the school and community (including how to tie a tie) and heard from guest speakers. All of the young men received a $100 gift card from JC Penney, bottle of cologne, black gift box with a black tie and a hygiene kit. 'We want our young men to look good when they graduate but more importantly, we want to give them skills that will help them succeed in life,' Principal Shernita Mays noted in a news release. Moraine Valley Community College will once again host its free Movie in the Moonlight series this summer on a 16-foot inflatable screen at the Gateway, between Buildings F and M at 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. This summer will feature 'The Goonies,' which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, at 8:30 p.m. June 21; 'Minecraft' at 8:15 p.m. July 26 and the live action 'Lilo & Stitch' at 8 p.m. Aug. 16. Families should bring chairs or blankets to sit on and may bring food, although alcohol is not allowed. In case of bad weather, movies will be moved inside. Information is at Oak Forest Food Truck Festival takes place 1 to 7 p.m. June 22 at Chicago Gaelic Park, 6119 147th St., Oak Forest. The event features 10 of the area's best food trucks, a beer garden and live music. Admission and parking are free. Information is at 708-687-9323. Five students at Marist High School in Chicago earned medals in the 2025 National Italian Exam, a nationwide test sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Italian that tests proficiency in that language. Earning gold was Celia Lindokken, who graduated this year. Silver medal recipients were Annie Tortorello and Jayda Cantu, who also graduated this year. Bronze medals were earned by Tessa Schultz and Kristina Ivanova, who will graduate in 2026. Each year more than 6,000 high school students participate in the exam.
USA Today
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Las Vegas Sphere concerts: All the bands that are playing and how to get tickets
Las Vegas Sphere concerts: All the bands that are playing and how to get tickets Show Caption Hide Caption The Las Vegas Sphere is still turning heads with eye-catching visuals The Las Vegas Sphere has already secured its place as of the best displays off the Strip with its eye-catching visuals. From the moment U2 burst onto their turntable-styled stage in September 2023, the Las Vegas Sphere transformed live entertainment. Since then, the 17,600-capacity venue nestled near the Venetian Resort and Wynn Las Vegas just off the Las Vegas Strip has enticed sell-out crowds for residencies from Phish, Dead & Company and the Eagles, the latter two of which are still continuing. But the groundbreaking Sphere, with an exosphere broadcasting continuous imagery ranging from eyeballs to ugly Christmas sweaters to signature emoji mascot Orbi, is maximizing its technological abilities with not only live music, but filmed feats as well. 'Postcard from Earth,' directed by Darren Aronofsky, and U2's gripping concert movie 'V-U2," play almost daily (prices start at roughly $100 for each) and the Sphere has two additional film projects on deck: 'The Wizard of Oz' will be transformed into an immersive experience that retains the heart of the original film and opens Aug. 28, while 'From the Edge,' due in 2026, explores extreme sports with athletes including rock climber Alex Honnold, freediver Alenka Artnik and surfer Kai Lenny. Who will play the Sphere in 2025? Here's a look at the current concert lineup rotating through the Sphere. Ticket prices and availability vary; visit for more information. Eagles Dates: Friday-Saturday; April 11-12; Sept. 5-6; Sept. 12-13 Time: 8:30 p.m. What to expect: Anchored by founding member Don Henley, the band also includes long-timers Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit along with Deacon Frey (son of the late Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey), honorary Eagle Vince Gill and Chris Holt (who recently replaced veteran sidesman Steuart Smith after a diagnosis of Parkinsonism). A trip through the California rockers' deep treasure chest of songs begins with a beguiling ride through the 'Hotel California' that is both lovely and eerie. For two hours, the Eagles roll through chestnuts including 'One of These Nights,' Gill showcase 'Take it To the Limit,' a caffeinated 'Life in the Fast Lane' and ingrained hits from Henley ('The Boys of Summer') and Walsh ('Life's Been Good'). Dead & Company Dates: April 17-19; April 24-26; May 9-11; May 15-17 Time: 7:30 p.m. What to expect: Changing setlists are a hallmark of Dead shows and the more than three dozen they've played at the Sphere since May 2024 have followed that 60-year blueprint. With John Mayer (who is co-creative director of the shows) and Bob Weir helming the crew of psychedelic pioneers, Dead & Company bring fans through two sets of stunning, vibrant imagery. The backstage passes that digitally paper the entirety of the Sphere walls and the trip from Haight-Asbury to space are particularly captivating. The band, which also features Mickey Hart, Jeff Chimenti, Oteil Burbridge and Bill Kreutzmann, have dutifully popped surprise jams into the concerts, especially with their second round of dates that began in late March. But 'Brown-Eyed Women,' 'Franklin's Tower,' 'China Cat Sunflower' and Sugaree' are among the frequent inclusions. Kenny Chesney Dates: May 22, 24-25; May 28; May 30-31; June 4; June 6-7; June 11; June 13-14; June 18; June 20-21 Time: 8 p.m. What to expect: As both the first country artist and first solo musician to play the Sphere, Chesney will have a blank tablet to craft his inaugural appearances. Though well-regarded for his high-octane stadium romps usually focused on his indefatigable performance style, Chesney has stated that the technological possibilities at the venue intrigued him – and also prompted him to sign on for a residency without having seen a live Sphere show. But after seeing the 'V-U2' film at the venue and how the setting 'took what they were doing and multiplied it by another dimension,' Chesney tells USA TODAY he quickly jumped to a point where 'the dreaming begins' for his own production. Backstreet Boys Dates: July 11-13; July 18-20; July 25-27; Aug. 1-3; Aug. 8-10; Aug. 15-17 Time: 8 p.m. What to expect: Another first for the Sphere in 2025 is the debut of its first pop act, the '90s quintet whose popularity has aged well and with a multigenerational fan base. Kevin Richardson, Brian Littrell, Nick Carter, AJ McLean and Howie Dorough are complementing their Sphere debut with a rerelease of their smash 1999 album, 'Millennium,' which spawned the hits 'Larger Than Life,' 'I Want it That Way' and 'Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely.' Aptly, 'Millennium 2.0' – with remasters of the original dozen tracks, demos, live versions and the new song 'Hey!' – lands the same day as their Sphere kickoff. As the group told USA TODAY's Ralphie Aversa, the Vegas shows will showcase all of 'Millennium,' along with what McLean called the band's "personal favorites and the greatest hits." UNITY Dates: Aug. 29-31; Sept. 19-20; Sept. 26-27; Oct. 17-18 (general public on sale Monday; presales currently available) Time: 11:15 p.m. What to expect: The elite technology that powers the Sphere makes for an obvious marriage with electronic dance music, as showcased over New Year's with Anyma "The End of Genesys." Coming this summer is the pairing of EDM's biggest festival curators, Tomorrowland and Insomniac, with UNITY, which is billed as an immersive performance. Dance music, orchestral arrangements, cinematic sweeps and mesmerizing beats will utilize the venue's pristine sound system. Each show will include a one-hour finale commandeered by a surprise guest DJ – a popular staple in Las Vegas.
