All 7 Eagles Albums, Ranked By Fans

Coley Reed
Updated May 3, 2024 7 items

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For die-hard fans and newcomers alike, this crowdranked list of the best Eagles albums is a must. Widely recognized as one of the top rock bands of all time, the Eagles have made significant contributions to rock history, with a plethora of albums that have meant so much to so many. With fans participating in the ranking, this list takes into consideration album sales, chart positions, critical acclaim, and overall influence, serving as a definitive testament to the Eagles' enduring impact.

Released in 1976, their fifth album Hotel California captured the atmosphere of the mid-70s flawlessly, with its enchanting cover photograph of the Beverly Hills Hotel and disillusioned lyrics. Desperado, released in 1973, showcased an innovative country rock sound, securing its place in rock history, despite its initial controversial reception. As a wonderfully harmonious fusion of artistry and storytelling, it undeniably earned its ranking. The Long Run, released in 1979, was a cultural anthem of its time and displayed the band's adaptation skill during the disco-dominated era, while Long Road Out of Eden, released in 2007 following a 28-year hiatus, triumphantly returned the Eagles to the music scene with a sweeping double album.

Each of these albums holds its unique charm and vitality, embodying the band's knack for blending poignant commentary with unforgettable melodies. However, this list is not about critic reviews - we want our readers to have their say. Love One of These Nights's influential blend of rock compositions or feel On the Border's innovative shift resonates more with the Eagles sound? Maybe you have your gem from their discography. Vote for the very best Eagles albums, and help us determine which one soars above the rest.

  • Hotel California
    1
    241 votes

    Hotel California

    A cultural zeitgeist of the mid-70s, this timeless classic by the Eagles ascended swiftly to colossal international success. Its enchanting cover photograph portraying the Beverly Hills Hotel exemplifies the band's focus on archetypal Californian ideologies. Released in December 1976, the overtones of disillusionment in their lyrics echo to audiences around the world, regardless of language. Garnering top-notch credentials, their fifth album led the Billboard Top LPs & Tapes chart. It clinched Record of the Year at the 20th Grammy Awards, with the distinguished title track and "New Kid in Town" commanding the Billboard Hot 100. Its millions of units sold worldwide solidified the Eagles' influence in rock history.

    Tracklist:

    1. Hotel California
    2. New Kid in Town
    3. Life in the Fast Lane
    4. Wasted Time
    5. Wasted Time (Reprise)
    6. Victim of Love
    7. Pretty Maids All in a Row
    8. Try and Love Again
    9.  The Last Resort

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  • One of These Nights
    2
    204 votes

    One of These Nights

    Unveiled in June 1975, their fourth studio release catalyzed their transformation into global superstars, with an influential blend of rock compositions. Climbing to the top of the Billboard Top LPs & Tape chart, it heralded three Top 10 singles, stamping the musical landscape with its distinct sound. Glittering accolades include Grammy nominations for Album of the Year and a win for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. The richly-ornamented Beverly Hills Hotel cover photo encapsulates California's dream-like mirage, symbolizing a touchstone in the history of rock music.

    Tracklist:

    1. One of These Nights
    2. Too Many Hands
    3. Hollywood Waltz
    4. Journey of the Sorcerer
    5. Lyin' Eyes
    6. Take It to the Limit
    7. Visions
    8. After the Thrill is Gone
    9. I Wish You Peace

  • Desperado
    3
    211 votes

    Desperado

    This Wild West-themed masterpiece from Eagles harmoniously merged rock with country, establishing a new credence to the term country rock. Notably, their second album embraced a unique Old West outlaw concept that caused some stir upon its release in 1973. Despite spawning no top-50 singles, it birthed legacy tracks that further cemented the Eagles' status in the rock sphere. The album's position in the Billboard chart may not have soared as high as their previous hits, yet the double Platinum certification is a testament to its enduring appeal. stunning fusion of artistry and original storytelling propelled this album to its rightful place in music history.

    Tracklist:

    1.  Doolin-Dalton
    2. Twenty-One
    3. Out of Control
    4. Tequila Sunrise
    5. Desperado
    6. Certain Kind of Fool
    7. Doolin-Dalton (Instrumental)
    8. Outlaw Man
    9. Saturday Night
    10. Bitter Creek
    11. Doolin-Dalton/Desperado (Reprise)

  • On the Border
    4
    173 votes

    On the Border

    Eagles feathered their nest with a blend of rock and country, signaling an innovative shift in their music trajectory. Peaking at number 17 on the Billboard charts, the album resonated with a wide audience, moving two million copies off the shelf. In their rise to success, the Eagles introduced new band member Don Felder adding depth to their guitar-heavy tracks. The album offers their first number one hit single, enriching the pop culture soundscape of the '70s. With a secret message hidden in the vinyl's runout groove, it merges classic rock with intriguing mystique.

    Tracklist:

    1. Already Gone
    2. You Never Cry Like a Lover
    3. Midnight Flyer
    4. My Man
    5. On the Border
    6. James Dean
    7. Ol' '55
    8. Is It True?
    9. Good Day in Hell
    10. Best of My Love

  • Eagles
    5
    165 votes

    Eagles

    This 1972 debut studio album from Eagles laid the groundwork for their country-rock aspirations, reaching the impressive number 22 spot on the Billboard 200. Gleaning platinum certification, it launched three scintillating singles into the Billboard Hot 100. The band's nod towards the country-rock genre served as a catalyst in popularising this fusion sound. Securing a place on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time" and an inclusion in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame "500 Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll" celebrated the record's enduring influence on the pop culture and the music industry. The distinct album cover with the band set against the desolate beauty of Joshua Tree National Park has becomestay in the visual culture of rock music.

    Tracklist:

    1. Take It Easy
    2. Witchy Woman
    3. Chug All Night
    4. Most of Us Are Sad
    5. Nightingale
    6. Train Leaves Here This Morning
    7. Take the Devil
    8. Earlybird
    9. Peaceful Easy Feeling
    10. Tryin

  • The Long Run
    6
    162 votes

    The Long Run

    Launched with resounding success in 1979, the sixth studio release from the Eagles became a cultural anthem of its time. The album earned its stripes, topping the Billboard charts, a feat only paralleled by its Grammy-winning single, "Heartache Tonight". Showcasing the group's prodigious ascension amid the disco-dominated era, this album cracked a new height in their musical expedition and went beyond merely surviving the tidal wave of pop culture changes. Characterized by fraught recording sessions and internal tension, the record incorporated the contributions of newly inducted bassist Timothy B. Schmit. The enduring impact of this distinguished work places it firmly in the pantheon of rock music's pivotal moments.

    Tracklist:

    1. The Long Run
    2. I Can't Tell You Why
    3. In the City
    4. The Disco Strangler
    5. King of Hollywood
    6. Heartache Tonight
    7. Those Shoes
    8. Teenage Jail
    9. The Greeks Don't Want No Freaks
    10. The Sad Café

  • Long Road Out of Eden
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      • Eagles Recording Company II, Lost Highway, Polydor
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    7
    133 votes

    Long Road Out of Eden

    After a 28-year hiatus, the Eagles made a triumphant return to the music scene in 2007 with a double album of epic proportions. The sweeping release quickly soared to the top of the US charts, marking the band's sixth number one album, and even achieved two Grammy awards for the singles "How Long" and "I Dreamed There Was No War." Selling 3.5 million copies, the album was an undeniable success, demonstrating the Eagles' enduring appeal. The album's release also stirred up controversy, with Billboard altering their rules to accommodate the Eagles' exclusive distribution deal with Walmart. Regal in its narrative scope and pivotal in its cultural impact, the Eagles' 2007 masterpiece remains an indomitable fusion of tradition and innovation.

    Tracklist:

    1. No More Walks in the Wood
    2. How Long
    3. Busy Being Fabulous
    4. What Do I Do with My Heart
    5. Guilty of the Crime
    6. I Don't Want to Hear Any More
    7. Waiting in the Weeds
    8. No More Cloudy Days
    9. Fast Company
    10. Do Something
    11. You Are Not Alone