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Long Road Out of Eden

Eagles · 2007

90 min · 20 tracks · folk rock · country rock

A reflective blend of classic rock melodies and poignant lyrics capturing life's complexities and regrets.

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 want

  • 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
Career context
Released on October 29, 2007, 'Long Road Out of Eden' is the Eagles' first studio album in nearly 30 years, following their last album 'Hell Freezes Over' in 1994. This release marked a significant return for the band as they had not produced new material since reuniting, showcasing their enduring legacy in rock music.
Stylistic neighbors
Fleetwood Mac· The Doobie Brothers· America
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Hotel California — Continues reflective themes with iconic melodies and storytelling.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Rumours by Fleetwood Mac — Shares reflective storytelling and harmonies with a similar blend of rock and folk influences.
Running on Empty by Jackson Browne — Both albums explore life's journeys with introspective lyrics and a mix of rock and folk elements.
Music from Big Pink by The Band — Offers poignant narratives and rootsy instrumentation, echoing the themes of nostalgia and reflection.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "How Long".

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

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This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Eagles's catalog. Significant return after decades, showcasing continued vitality and relevance.

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