The rest of the bill featured Joe Walsh (Rocky Mountain Way was a big crowd favourite) and then the Eagles who performed all their hits and were joined by Jackson Brown on piano for Take it Easy. Fantastic LP and loved every minute of Eltons set, even after such a fantastic day of music with Chaka & Rufus, the Eagles and the fabulous Beach Boys. For example, A ticket request and a check for $12 (US) was required for each ticket sale for the Jacksonville show sent by US Mail, and was fulfilled in about two weeks.[3]. I was there for the whole thing and by the END of Eltons set, everyone was on their feet yelling for encores and (even for us Americans) going The Beach Boys were here???. Tickets Mar 19, 2023 Lollapalooza Chile. Fantastic set, it was a magnificent day all round. Two hundred Pinkerton guards were hired to keep fans from bringing alcohol into the stadium and. Elton John made a surprise visit to both the Eagles and Doobie Brothers on stage. 06/04/06 Ahoy Hall, Rotterdam, NED Instead, the compilation album Made in the Shade was released to capitalise on the tour's publicity. . Cheers Peter. As the cheers died down they were joined on stage by Bernie Leadon who left the band in 1975, but happily is guesting throughout the current dates. Never have been a fan . 12/02/05 Blaisdell Arena, Honolulu, HI Virtual views from seats. Came down from Scotland on the bus 17 years old first time in London. Center, Ft. Worth, TX, July 9, 1977 Jeppeson Stadium, Houston, TX, September 1-3, 1977 Alpine Valley Music Theatre, East Troy, WI, (Don Felder: guitar, vocals. But I agree the Someone saved my life tonight was the highlight of the day. 01/19/09 Bi-Lo Center, Greenville, SC Surfer Girl This website highlights Randy Meisner's musical career and legacy. So glad I got opportunity to see The Eagles and The Beach Boys I saw Elton John several times after. So when Elton announced he was going to play the album in its entirety, I couldnt have been happier! 11/27/04 Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, AUS After the release of the band's tenth album Fleetwood Mac in July 1975, the band, along with their new line-up of Lindsey Buckingham on guitar and vocals and Stevie Nicks on vocals, set off on a tour of the US and Canada to promote the album. Tickets Parking Bag Policy and General Safety Info Covid-19 Information I was hooked from then on .. missed a lot of the Eagles in the queue for the ladies until a group of us took over an empty gents and sent the men elsewhere.. Wembly stadium in those days didnt cater for women!!!! setlist.fm Add Setlist. Sister being avid EJ fan had queued for the Capt Fantastic album day of release and we listened to it over 20 times before the gig so knew all the songs (and yes it was expensive!). Set list [ edit] 1975 setlist [1] [ edit] Get Like You Used to Be ( Chicken Shack cover) Station Man Yes Elton had to work hard to follow the Beach Boys, but IMHO he absolutely nailed it the ones that left early missed the very best of the day. I was a massive fan and thought he was amazing. 08/14/05 Soccer Field, Sonoma State U., Rohnert Park, CA Ringo was there too, in the Royal Box all on their feet singing along to the BBs hits. The issue for me wasnt how he played, but the fact that much of the material was new and unfamiliar. I guess I dont understand people sometimes. Beach Boys Touring Band were really kicking then after much critical pressure. Probably a bit of both! ), Promotional video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KldSglCoYaU 11/28/04 Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, AUS New posts are being added continually here, as well. Line up Glenn Frey: guitar, piano, vocals Don Henley: drums, vocals Their "Greatest Hits" is the best selling album of the 20th century. The day also introduced me to the Eagles, Good thinking Jackie! No, Tracy Chapman was not on that bill. I rode my old Triumph 350 from Canterbury to Brighton to but tickets for me and my girl friend to go to this Gig Well worth the sore bum! 04/08/05 Continential Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, NJ It actually had a lasting impression on me and did in fact change my life. Cant believe it was 45 years ago! Eagles were great but blown away by the BB. 06/18/06 Wembley, London, England Pros: 03/13/09 MTS Centre, Winnipeg, NB I totally agree with you,Mark. It was their loss and our good luck as we could move further forward and had a brilliant place! 01/17/09 Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, NC The 1975 Tickets; Formula 1 . Fantastic Concert will remember it for as long as my memory will allow me. The poster has hung in my office for the last 20 + years and Ive been a Brian Wilson freak ever since that hot summers day back in 75. 03/21/09 The Palace of Auburn Hills, Detroit, MI Who cares? 01/28/09Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville, FL People started to leave the stadium in their droves, including us. July 19 Sports Arena, Atlanta, GA Uriah Heep, July 13, 1972 Atlanta Sports Arena, Atlanta, GA (supporting Procol Harum & Booger Band), July 14, 1972 Warehouse, New Orleans, LA (supporting Procol Harum), July 15, 1972 Civic Center, Virginia Beach, VA (supporting Procol Harum), July 19, 1972 Pierrefonds Arena, Montral, QC (supporting Procol Harum), July 26, 1972 SIU, Edwardsville, IL (Cancelled appearance, Mississippi River Fest, supporting Yes. I last saw the Eagles in Austin, Tx. Good times. Brilliant day. Randy Meisner, Glenn Frey, Don Felder, Don Henley (on drums), and Bernie Leadon. I was there on the day and what sunshine.I thought Joe Walsh was superb as were the Eagles.The Beach boys really blew me away. 07/19/08 Borgata, Atlantic City, NJ 04/05/08 O2 Arena, London, ENG After performing with Rondstat both in-studio and on tour, the Eagles ventured out on their own. 11/07/04 Nagoya Dome, Nagoya, Japan Elton was and always has been my hero however agree with previous comments Beach Boys blew him out of the water on this daystill had a memorable day and have kept my ticket and programme also met a few famous people in the crowd happy days. Get a spot in the audience for the band's next live show on March 3rd, 2023 at 8:00pm at the Pechanga Arena - San Diego. Eagles tickets for the upcoming concert tour are on sale at StubHub. I hope you enjoy them. The crowd went wild. We were all back up, standing on our seats shouting singing and waving our arms to the music. In My Room The Observer (student newspaper) - July 31, 1975. I agree Jax a great band on a great day. 5 years to the exact day later they headined Knebworth which was almost as good. i was there that day a massive beach boy fan at 17 was looking forward to elton but left after half a hour disappointed no way he could follow eagles and beach boys they were brilliant elton never made that mistake again. Still shiver when I recall the opening minute of Funeral for a friend. Really difficult for Elton to follow, I left early but it was a long day. The Spectrum was home to the Philadelphia Flyers for many years. 03/18/09 Wireless Center, Moline, IL He just missed the plot completely, didnt he? Worth a listen to on iPlayer. We had to leave before the encores to catch our train back to Yorkshire. I sold to mates and friends and we had the most memorable day. 04/04/08 O2 Arena, London, ENG 06/13/09 Datchforum, Milan, ITY Sloop John B 09/23/05 Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA 03/15/05 Hampton Coliseum, Hampton, VA The string orchestra and choir were the icing on the cake. They never attended the press conference. Funnily enough the BBs werent really cool at that time but got it just right. We have a new album out called Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy. Forgot about the Eagles but remember Joe Walsh and Rocky Mountain High Again, wonderful times and memories. However, prices can vary based on the date of show, seat selection, tour guests, and many other factors. View the concert map Statistics of Eagles in 1978! 08/06/03 Centennial Garden, Bakersfield, CA We could also see the dust rising around the edge of the pitch area as a steady stream of people left during the Captain Fantastic section. He should be an official member of the band. Thanks for bringing them back! Despite being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, fans had to wait until 2007 for Long Road Out of Eden the bands first new studio material in over 28 years. 10/12/03 MCI Center, Washington DC This concert was part of the One of These Nights tour, and they had another performance at the Spectrum later in July 1976. I also think in hindsight we could have all shown Elton a little more respect and faith and stuck it out He decided to devote the majority of the set to playing the new Captain Fantastic album in its entirety. I was down the front lapping it all up. 11/24/04 Brisbane Entertainment Ctr., Brisbane, AUS 05/20/03 Philips Arena, Atlanta, GA 06/23/06 Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland The whole gig was fantastic lots of memories (probably warped by time) remain with me. Elton,Beach Boys,Eagles etc. 10/26/04 Yokohama, Japan England lost, but the Stones did a fantastic concert, and as I dont really follow football it was all good in the end . 07/26/08 Verizon Center, Washington DC 1 single with Best of My Love, but it was 1975s One Of These Nights that really heralded the Eagles arrival as one of Americas biggest bands, earning them a Grammy for the single Lyin Eyes. In 1976, the Eagles released the album that would contribute most to their legacy in popular culture Hotel California became their best-selling album, and the albums title track won Record of the Year at the 1977 Grammys. Good day and good line up, but the following Mondays Daily Mail summed it up: Beach Boys 3 1 Elton John. 03/31/05 Continential Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, NJ 11/26/08 DCU Center, Worcester, MA I Get Around I seem to remember Joe Walsh coming on and playing with the Eagles for the first time too but I may be wrong. 11/18/08 US Bank Arena, Cincinnati, OH Riffs on the guitar are great. The next morning during the tequila sunrise, I got a warm smell of colitas but it only lasted a new york minute. 01/31/09 Amway Arena, Orlando, FL 16. Had a great time the Eagles were amazing ! The tour was originally slated to begin on Sunday, but Hurricane Henri. Wed heard the album before the gig and it remains perhaps the masterpiece within his vast catalogue. Many thanks A great day Jools Best wishes Peter. What a fantastic day! 07/31/08 Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT I was 18 had just finished my A levels and had just started a summer job as a conductor on Bournemouth buses but made it clear when I started that I had to have that day off! Great day, Hi Denise sounds like a great birthday treat Happy days Peter. Couldnt hear for days afterwards due to the ringing in the ears and couldnt speak much either as my voice was so hoarse from the singing! I went to this and still have the program I remember seeing the eagles and them playing hotel California What a day, what memories. 11/11/05 Glendale Arena, Phoenix, AZ 07/08/03 First Union Center, Philadelphia, PA 1974s On The Border, which saw the band breaking away from country music in favor of a more rock and roll sound, earned the band their first No. 11/30/05 Blaisdell Arena, Honolulu, HI I think Elton finished a great set with the ultimate Saturday nights all rightThank you Wembley for a wonderfull day and if my days are coming to a end it will always be one of my greatest memories. What Elton John actually said before his set was: Thank you very much, Wembley. Timothy B. Schmit: bass, vocals. 1998: Tibetan Freedom Concert at RFK Stadium in Washington DC. Buy Tickets and VIP Packages for an upcoming Eagles concert near you. It was launched in conjunction with the release of the 2013 documentary History of the Eagles. I hadnt heard any of Eltons new album and I still think the BB stole the show. I could not get into it as much because Brian Wilson was absent that day, and he was the songwriter and voice of the band. I still enjoy and play all the music from those late 60s and 70s bands and artists. 06/04/09 Hartwall Arena, Helsinki, FIN 11/13/08 MSU Arena, Springfield, MO I was also at Lincoln in 72The Great Western Festival? Catch A Wave 06/19/03 AA Center, Dallas, TX . Had to leave during Eltons set to catch the bus back home. Happy days Peter, So great to read so many like-minded comments as it it was yesterday & not all those years ago! They are just as good as they were then but the day and setting made it magic! Absolutely amazing! It must have been great to have a shout out by Johnny Walker! Don't miss out on your chance to watch the beautiful show and hear the Eagles' amazing songs. From Barbie Lines in Wet and Windy Worthing, West Sussex. 11/06/05 Auditorio Nacional, Mexico City, Mexico What started in Manchester in the early 2000s has become one of the best pop rock bands in music history. Hi Robin he remains an all-time great! 05/30/09 Aarhus Stadium, Aarhus, DEN The 1975's catalog boasts numerous concert-ready hits, including recognizable classics like "Somebody Else" and "Chocolate." Now in 2023, the 1975 announced a 2022 tour in support of their fifth album Being Funny . Incredible, made my way to the very front just left of the stage with a friend.Helped the guy next to us ,who had stripped naked, get over the fence and he streaked up and onto the centre stage. 11/14/04 Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, AUS Souther), October 8, 1972 Music Hall, Houston, TX (supported by Jackson Browne), November 25, 1972 Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA (KROQ's Ultimate 'Roq' Concert,proceeds went to L.A.'s Free Medical Clinics, with Sly and Family Stone, Stevie Wonder, Chuck Berry, Love, The Bee Gees, The Four Seasons, Raspberries, Sha-Na-Na, Mott the Hoople, Keith Moon, Flash Cadillac. That was the best concert we left before Elton started playing in hindsight I wish I hadnt!!! And after Captain Fantastic a classic Elton set, finishing with Saturday Nights Seen EJ many times (the last was in Cardiff 2019) Wembley was one of the most memorable. Tour Dates Itinerary Information Compiled by Deliverin'. Thanks, Bob. Here in Seychelles my Seychelloise wife is watching a band play on the telly saying they are really good. Many thanks for sharing your memories Richard. 11/09/08 Sprint Center, Kansas City, MO And blimey I was only 20. 06/01/06 SAP Arena, Mannheim, Germany document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Also walked out of Eltons performance after the storming Beach Boys performance. It was a beautiful day, and Ill always have great memories of this concertone amazing line up of musicians! . Sure I saw Edwin Starr perform War that day,am I wrong?. A great day. 08/20/03 Chronicle Pavilion, Concord, CA Glenn Frey: guitar, piano, vocals. What a fantastic summer that was for this particular boy from Watford. "[5] Francis Pelliccario from The Lantern gave a positive review of the show in Columbus, writing the band "brought the show back down to earth with the true meaning of rock 'n roll."[6]. There's also posts about his other bands (both before and after the Eagles) like: The Drivin' Dynamics; Soul Survivors; The Poor; Poco; Rick Nelson and the Stone Canyon Band; Roberts Meisner Band; Meisner, Swan and Rich; The Silverados; World Classic Rockers; and his solo career. Almost exactly 44 years later and me and the missus saw Farewell Yellow Brick Road at Cardiff City Stadium not sure many young bands could have rocked 2hrs40mins like Elton did. The Tour of the Americas '75 was not tied to support of any newly released material, as it began more than seven months after the release of their last studio album at the time, It's Only Rock'n Roll. Their harmonies are top notch. Find your favorite songs and artists and experience the best of jazz music and blues music.Subscribe for free to stay connected to our channel and easily access our video updates! Blues rock is a fusion genre combining elements of blues and rock. Little Deuce Coupe Hi thanks Siobhain I dont think Edwin Starr was on the bill that day; think your memory may be playing tricks. A great day with some marvellous performances which we will all treasure for ever. So, for a young lad, fresh down from Aberdeen, who stayed in London for 15 years, this gig was a groundbreaker..Had seen Stackridge in Aberdeen a few months earlier, complete with confetti cannon, the day was just amazing.Hot, Hot, Hot, not a cloud in the sky.went for a comfort break, came back into the stadium to hear Take it easy rolling around the stadiuma memory which will remain for me foreverThe whole gig was a blinderBeach Boys, Joe walsh, Sir Eltonthe sexy Chaka..and all for 3;50.wow. Glenn Frey: guitar, piano, vocals. Eagles Concerts 1975 Eagles's 1975 Concert History 41 Concerts The Eagles are an American rock band that was formed in Los Angeles, California in 1971. Still got the program with a piece missing where the bloke in front of me sitting on the ground in the front few rows took it for his Fag he was making. It was a great concert! Cant wait! Happy memories of a great day cheers Peter. 01/20/09 Thompson-Boling Arena, Knoxville, TN We left part way through Eltons set, but we are due to go and see him later this year. Captain Fantastic is a good album, but there arent too many tracks on it which are suitable for a live airing. Fantastic, still a huge crowd left till the end. Many thanks. I can now say (not sure to whom, though) that I was there. . We've Got A Fuzzbox and We're Gonna Use It!. Memories indeed. 10/11/05 Oakland Arena, Oakland, CA Everyone raved about the Beach Boys set, which was good, but I think people got carried away because the weather was sunny and seemed made for the surfer sound. Randy Meisner, Glenn Frey, Bernie Leadon, and Don Felder, Glenn Frey, Bernie Leadon, and Don Felder, (There is a long pause after Midnight Flyer before the next song starts. I was there and still have my ticket. "Carpet Man" ( Jim Webb) (originally by The 5th Dimension in 1967) "Dear Father" (Anderson, Chris Squire) "The Prophet" (Anderson, Squire) "Sweet Dreams" (Anderson, David Foster) "Clear Days" (Anderson) "Then" (Anderson) "Beyond and Before" (Squire, Clive Bailey) "Everydays" ( Stephen Stills) (originally by Buffalo Springfield in 1967) I was working all day and arrived at the end of the Beach Boys set. Oh, and Randy made a drastic change to his appearance. The Eagles concert tickets for this performance range from $165.00 to $3560.00 a ticket. more $45.00 black hotel california tshirt. Heroes & Villains follow . we stayed till the end as did not want to miss a thing. November 24, 1972 - April 25, 1975 November 24, 1972 Guests: Alice Cooper, Curtis Mayfield, Seals & Crofts, Bo Diddley Location: Hempstead, NY, Hofstra University Auditorium Record Date: November 2, 1972 December 8, 1972 Guests: Allman Brothers Band, Chuck Berry, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Poco Location: Hempstead, NY, Hofstra University Auditorium Didnt Joe Walsh officially join the eagles that day. 1 spot, and yet a stadium of eager fans wouldnt bother to hear a brand new Elton album in its entireity. 2. 05/25/08 Prudential Center, Newark, NJ 11/19/05 Arco Arena, Sacramento, CA Walked around the inside of the stadium before the concert and saw John Reid (Eltons mgr+ at the time) watching the stadium fill up from one of the entrances too shy to talk to him. 06/10/06 Lansdowne Road, Dublin, Ireland He had just changed his band, with only Davey Johnstone remained from the previous line-up, and was about to release a new album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.