The Eagles

A new book from author Ronald Brownstein catalogues one of the most prolific years in California cultural history.

Band's 1977 hit was third single from 'Hotel California.'

Browne came up with the original song idea, before Glenn Frey and the Eagles made it their own.

Rousing 'On the Border' lead single helped band court rock AM-radio audience.

"That's one song I don't get tired of," Don Henley said of the 'Desperado' single.

Band is also reissuing 'Eagles Live' and 'Long Road Out of Eden' on vinyl.

Life imitated art when drug-fueled producer met Glenn Frey and Don Henley.

How much do you know about the classic song?

They made their legend in a veritable blink of an eye.

Eagles began an unexpected final chapter, despite his passing.