Top tracks — play these first
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How Long Start here — This track stands out with its blend of nostalgic melodies and poignant lyrics about longing and regret, capturing the thematic heart of the album.
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Busy Being Fabulous — Featuring a catchy chorus and sharp social commentary, this song reflects on modern life's distractions and highlights the Eagles' signature storytelling style.
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Waiting in the Weeds — With its expansive runtime and intricate arrangements, this track showcases the band's ability to create atmospheric soundscapes while delving into deeper emotional themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong harmonies and thoughtful lyrics but lacks a cohesive flow across its lengthy tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album features several tracks that exceed five minutes, allowing for extended instrumental sections and lyrical exploration.
- Harmonies are layered throughout the record, with multiple vocalists contributing to a rich soundscape on nearly every track.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the more upbeat songs earlier in the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective journey through life
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- late-night introspection with friends
- thoughtful moments of nostalgia
- steady pacing for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Significant return after decades, showcasing continued vitality and relevance.
- Themes
- lost love reflections· modern life's distractions· introspective journeys
- Moods
- Melancholy· Nostalgic
- Career context
- Released on October 29, 2007, Long Road Out of Eden marked the Eagles' first studio album in nearly three decades, following their previous album, Hell Freezes Over in 1994. This album came during a resurgence for the band, as they reestablished their presence in the music scene amidst changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fleetwood Mac· The Doobie Brothers· America
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 No More Walks in the Wood 2:00
- 2 How Long Start here 3:16
- 3 Busy Being Fabulous 4:20
- 4 What Do I Do With My Heart 3:54
- 5 Guilty of the Crime 3:43
- 6 I Don’t Want to Hear Any More 4:21
- 7 Waiting in the Weeds 7:46
- 8 No More Cloudy Days 4:03
- 9 Fast Company 4:00
- 10 Do Something 5:12
- 11 You Are Not Alone 2:24
Disc 2
- 1 Long Road Out of Eden 10:17
- 2 I Dreamed There Was No War 1:37
- 3 Somebody 4:09
- 4 Frail Grasp on the Big Picture 5:46
- 5 Last Good Time in Town 7:07
- 6 I Love to Watch a Woman Dance 3:16
- 7 Business as Usual 5:31
- 8 Center of the Universe 3:42
- 9 It’s Your World Now 4:22
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
Shares reflective storytelling and harmonies with a similar blend of rock and folk influences.
Running on Empty
Jackson Browne
Both albums explore life's journeys with introspective lyrics and a mix of rock and folk elements.
Music from Big Pink
The Band
Offers poignant narratives and rootsy instrumentation, echoing the themes of nostalgia and reflection.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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