Eagles Greatest Hits Volume 2 cover

Eagles Greatest Hits Volume 2

Eagles · 1982

46 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · country rock

A harmonious blend of country rock and soft rock, capturing the Eagles' signature storytelling and melodic sophistication.

Why this album works

This compilation not only topped the Billboard 200 chart but also became one of the best-selling albums in history, further solidifying the Eagles' legacy. The album features multiple Billboard Hot 100 hits, including 'New Kid in Town,' which won a Grammy Award for Best Vocal Arrangement for Two or More Voices.
Best for
steady flow with emotional peaks nostalgic sing-alongs with friends late-night storytelling vibes
Context
Released on November 13, 1982, 'Eagles Greatest Hits Volume 2' followed the band's previous compilation album, 'Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975)', which had achieved monumental success. By this point, the Eagles were in a period of reestablishment after their initial breakup in 1980, showcasing both their classic hits and a few new tracks as they navigated a changing music landscape.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hotel California Standout 6:29
  • 2 Heartache Tonight 4:24
  • 3 Seven Bridges Road 2:57
  • 4 Victim of Love 4:09
  • 5 The Sad Cafe 5:31
  • 6 Life in the Fast Lane Standout 4:44
  • 7 I Can’t Tell You Why 4:53
  • 8 New Kid in Town Standout 5:03
  • 9 The Long Run 3:41
  • 10 After the Thrill Is Gone / [unknown] 4:40

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