Don Felder plays "Hotel California" at the Met

The new exhibition "Play It Loud" at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art features some of rock music's most cherished musical instruments, among them Don Felder's double-neck guitar. Felder himself picked up the instrument and played for "Sunday Morning" The Eagles' classic, "Hotel California."
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[@EdgeOfFuzz]

Heard on the radio the other day that Jimmy Page was in attendance for this and Felder was nervous performing in front of him. What a legend.

[@justfine77777]

Raj Kissoon it’s interesting that you say that. This was far from a bad performance, but I’ve heard him do this better, just about every other time he does this.

[@justfine77777]

drakey27 they are totally different. Page is like Slash. He is a complete riff master. He has written so many memorable riffs. I can’t say the same for Felder, but his technical prowess is way up there.

[@richardgreen9393]

justfine77777 Page couldn’t hit the same licks twice if you held a gun to his head

[@richardgreen9393]

Needs Joe

[@ashneel]

@@GuitarMan471 you ruined him 😂😂😂

[@maiandalffaro4997]

-Should we give him a microphone? -Nah

[@latengocomoburro]

Yeah, he is not a good singer.

[@ardz.]

He sounds like auto tuned spongebob🧽

[@maggiemae7749]

That is a great place to play acoustic

[@xuhan9976]

Even no microphone for the amp

[@toddvandell85]

@Maian Dalffaro I think they should have given Don a mic. I thought he sang pretty well, for not having Don Henley's pipes. Woulda been nice to hear him sing. No one could wire one mic to one of the two Fender amps there? Really?

[@MultiBMarsh]

I recently watched the eagles hall of fame acceptance and you can really tell he’s a humble down to earth guy. His talent amazes me. The eagles wouldn’t been so successful without him.

[@imhere653]

Henley once kicked an audience member out of a show for mentioning Felder was good enough to give Tom Petty guitar lessons so he should be back in the band...

[@dr.pendyke4887]

Felder and Walsh made a pretty potent combination on guitar, they are both great players and performers.

[@alexyamach3635]

Henley knocked up Stevie Nicks and forced her to get an abortion.

[@dickjohnson1158]

Alex Yamach who didn’t

[@veronicamallon197]

@@alexyamach3635 l

[@bobbyjonkey13]

I can read and write music and Felder self taught himself , so? that is something great! what have you done lately DH? and you can elaborate on the DH LOL!!

[@zikkers360]

this is one of my favourite videos of all time

[@truthseeker1181]

Chills are what I have....flawless

[@JohnDoe-jc3cl]

Saturday March 20, 2021 Dear Don Felder, If you ever read this, I’m 55 and started playing the guitar when I was 11. I remember as a kid listening to WLS or WMET and stopping what I was doing so I could hear the guitar solo in Hotel California. I was like the Victrola Dog. I always liked it but thought “ I could never play that”. Down the line, I got into SRV, Hendrix and Van Halen. Recently I started researching the Eagles, and how lyrical and melodic the solos were. Well since about 1976, I’m returning back to your and Joe’s solos and I’m going to play them. And make recognizable versions of a few of your songs. Yesterday I was crying around the house, when I heard you play this inside the Metropolitan. Because it was so beautiful and I want to play it so badly. Thank you, Don, and your compadre Joe, for making such Melodic guitar solos in your musical career. You have moved me and influenced me. Jim

[@chrisrockwell3483]

It ain't a party unless you have don felder!

[@Billo1281]

Remember when music was so enchanting?

[@BeaverVision]

So cool!

[@destianpatrianagara1119]

He is one of those very few people that look cool playing double neck SG

[@alaahershey1797]

His guitar is so happy.

[@23x31]

This guy comes off as writing that guitar riff is on par with discovering a cure for cancer.

[@jboh1333]

Nuff said

[@NYC6401]

영감님 덕에 어제 MET다녀왓소이다!

[@justfine77777]

Every single time I’ve heard him play this, he’s played it better than this. He’s a beast on the guitar though.

[@steelydan449]

This guy’s a class act in my opinion. Too bad “The Gods” wouldn’t let him remain in the Eagles for their final years. The current lineup is a glorified tribute band.

[@jmm5197]

You may be cool, but you’ll never be Don Felder playing hotel California on his double neck in the met

[@josevillegas9029]

Can’t forget the leather jacket

[@merisonola]

While on TV

[@NtroPtoXtroP]

JM M And Don Felder may be cool, but he’ll never be Joe Walsh.

[@jamesallen5591]

@Garegh62 Write a solo that millions of people will know 40 years from now and get back to us.

[@cirenosnor5768]

James Allen - Well said. At least he wrote one of the most timeless and iconic songs now honored by a institution such as The Met. What has anyone done whose criticizing his output since then.

[@Karlgolden]

Be careful of copyright strike!

[@arieadithya27]

yo slash

[@sahilbhatti8211]

Flash 😂

[@RileyTech]

Don Felder wrote the song, so...

[@Karlgolden]

Riley Tech was a joke!

[@sam8404]

@@RileyTech Don Felder didn't upload this video, so...

[@tristansayers6494]

One of the most iconic solos ever

[@fussiestgoblin2872]

Too bad everyone plays it on insta and just ruin it

[@OriginalKingRichTv]

Fussiest Goblin you just can’t play it that’s why your mad

[@thomasmcknight4495]

It sounds different without Joe walsh also playing and doing the double solo

[@bryanbadger6841]

Sorry Steuart, you're a brilliant guitarist mate, and you're playing of this Iconic song is superb, BUT with respect sir, you're name is not Don Felder. He has over the years put his own touch to this song, and musically it's his own creation. And with Don and Joe teaming up in the final...PURE MAGIC.

[@joelcavazos6549]

@@thomasmcknight4495 Yeah ! To me Don Felder and Joe Walsh go together like Lennon and Harrison. They compliment each other perfectly.

[@johnisouth6636]

This is the man WHO WROTE THIS.

[@brentharmonmusicproduction]

Wrote the music

[@brandonshirey400]

@@brentharmonmusicproduction a lot of the lyrics as well.

[@paultang7280]

@@brentharmonmusicproductionThe music is literally all that matters.

[@MrRich6505]

Is KZbin going to strike this as Copyright?

[@prestonwoods8197]

I think CBS might have a little more resource to fight it than a typical KZbinr.

[@jonahbusch1194]

RP225 that made me laugh so hard

[@OdaKa]

Infringement

[@l3ertuz362]

the hotel california tutorial by Don Felder presented by Premiere Guitar was taken down few years back, so i would not be surprise with this one

[@bobchristopher6928]

Ok, here’s the answer concerning copyright law. Don Felder was a co-writer and producer on this song. Therefore, he owns just as much right to perform this song anywhere and anytime he chooses. He wrote half the song and he receives a nice royalty check every month in the same amount as Henley. So this is one song that Henley and his lawyers won’t be taking down.

[@joe6096]

With Glen Frey’s passing I was hoping the band might let him back in. Steuart Smith is really good but that iconic solo and duel with Walsh belongs to Felder

[@jamesallen5591]

I saw them in Oregon last year; they had Vince Gill and Deacon Frey. I regret never having seen them with Glenn Frey and Don Felder, but they put on a great show. It's too bad that Henley couldn't let go of the past; I would have loved seeing Felder and Walsh playing Hotel California together.

[@2HitWonder]

Henley will never let that happen, if only because Felder dredged up some of Henley's dirt in his book. Shame though, if the Eagles still had Felder they might be producing new (and better than the 2007 album) music.

[@joe6096]

Yes I saw them in Cleveland in October with Gill and Deacon as well.

[@cjohnson5927]

@@2HitWonder Henley does like that young strange with the tooterisky at the end of a wild night....good thing it has been covered up for years, while he remade himself......if it ever gets full exposure , Henley might not be a legend status forever. Just sayin

[@1952ford8n]

Let randy back on bass to sing take it to the limit too

[@robbievguitar8627]

Don might have been checked out but he never really left.

[@BillSmith-rx9rm]

I think Don Henley stabbed him with little steely knives.

[@christoguichard4311]

Sorry to say it but Henley and Frey were arseholes to Felder.

[@jamesallen5591]

Yes. Especially after Frey's passing. I don't understand why Henley couldn't have bygones be bygones.

[@christoguichard4311]

@@jamesallen5591 Because he is a miserable malcontent who enjoys moaning and bitching about everything.

[@jamesallen5591]

@@christoguichard4311 Ha! I appreciate the use of 'malcontent'. Isn't that what David Geffen said about him in the documentary?

[@christoguichard4311]

@@jamesallen5591 Yes! 😂

[@jamesallen5591]

👍

[@jplus2601]

Felder doesn’t get the respect he deserves, he’s my favorite Eagle

[@plasticweapon]

respect? the guy has his own cult!

[@spencerneal9246]

Same here

[@DustyBalz]

All I can say is that Don Felder was definitely the “guitar man” of the Eagles

[@randallfrank5682]

Frey called Don "fingers."

[@Jp-hv9zj]

Bernie Leadon deserves plenty of credit as well, just listen to the first few albums...no Felder or Walsh

[@dondrescher9741]

Underrated, but certainly not in Joe Walsh's league.

[@chevylynn4997]

@W B joe can't play the solos, thats the reason they got stuart smith,,

[@chevylynn4997]

@@dondrescher9741 i agree joe wasnt that good, thats why they got stewart smith to do the solos

[@tonyleeglenn]

I'll never get tired of hearing Don play this solo. Very cool to hear it resounding through the Met.

[@donfelder6086]

Thank you so much I’m glad you all enjoy my music ❤️

[@ethanweeter2732]

And with no rhythm, bass, or harmony to make it sound better.

[@geauxtigahs9183]

Saw this in my recommended. Clicked. Was not disappointed one bit.

[@bobby-ov9qn]

And I saw this guy, (group), at the Cap Center in Landover, Md. 1976, with Linda Ronstadt as the opening act. They were fanpuckintastic. And I too, was not disappointed one bit.

[@merisonola]

Even the Dude would have to appreciate this. And he hates the fckin eagles, man.

[@s.manuel7969]

Venger The Dude and Don Henley abide

[@thedude9999]

Its true

[@bestoutcomes]

@@thedude9999 LOL. What timing

[@radvideos1903]

Just for people who don't know. Don Felder wrote the music and played guitar (the big solo). Glenn Frey and Don Henley wrote the words. Henley sang the song. They kicked Felder out of The Eagles later on.

[@ejh9792]

And in reality, Henley was the major contributor lyrically. To me that gives a little insight as to why Glenn and Felder never got along very well. Once Felder joined, he handled most of the musical composition while Henley handled most of the lyrics which could have contributed to Glenn's resentment.

[@zyzzyvacation]

RadVideos A certain attorney named Michael Avenatti handled the lawsuit between Felder, Don Henley and Glenn Frey. What next?🤔

[@tomulator]

You forgot the “for NO GOOD REASON” part. 🤨

[@mrmustard4478]

Um.. not gonna mention Joe Walsh, who plays half the main solo, trades licks with Felder, and plays the harmony with him??

[@ejh9792]

MrMustard Felder wrote all the parts for the solo. He even worked out the bass part as well.

[@MASep-bs5um]

I can't be the only one adding "air drums" at 2:21, now can I??

[@JackKincaid..]

For some reason, I believe you are the only one adding air drums at 2:21. Now why do I believe that Mary Ann?

[@AmberLynBigelow]

Nope. Did it throughout the whole clip.

[@JackKincaid..]

@@AmberLynBigelow He doesn't need air drums. But he could use some air bass about now. Lol

[@chris-lj7yt]

Guilty as charged!! 😂

[@chaaaake]

* *bum bum* *

[@Brad772006]

I have a lot of respect for Don. He is an underrated guitarist. Was done wrong by Henley and Frey. I will always remember him and Walsh dueling back and forth at the end of Hotel California. An image permanently burned in my brain. Take a ride on Heavy Metal. It cures sickness.

[@donfelder6086]

Thank you so much I appreciate the love and support ❤️

[@theshield4750]

@@donfelder6086 dude is really impersonating 😂

[@donfelder6086]

@@theshield4750 how do you mean , I created this account privately just so I can have some time for my fans

[@prestonprout4225]

Don Felder is THE MAN

[@theshield4750]

@@donfelder6086 sure you did

[@MrRontac]

Felder laughing at the end was AWESOME !!!!!!!! Brovo !!

[@donfelder6086]

Thank you so much I’m glad you enjoy every minute of it, i appreciate all the love and support ❤️

[@homomorphic]

Don Felder is one of my favorite guitarists of all time.

[@ngunevergiveup5374]

When you hear original artists play their songs...there are "NO GAPS" in their sound of riff that occurs when others play their song. In other words... irreplaceable!!

[@bipedalhominid6815]

I was actually thinking this sounded terrible

[@Beebo]

@@bipedalhominid6815 I think it sounds a little weaker than usual because he's playing in a big room with little amps. Whereas on the original recording, the microphone was right up against the amp so you had that powerful "in-your-face" sound.

[@aldrinalteza7497]

@@bipedalhominid6815 Me too

[@JoseHenrique-xg1lp]

Dude still plays it note by note. This guy deserves sooo much respect

[@donfelder6086]

Thank you so much I appreciate the love and support I get from all my fans❤️

[@gab2876]

Frey’s ghost and Henley probably would’ve killed him in his sleep if he didn’t

[@LCDTM365]

He wrote it!

[@summersbh9837]

Legend has it that solo never ended, in the midst of the night that double guitar rift can still be heard from the Cascade mountains to the Appalachians

[@JH-yk5se]

I like to think henley soiled his diaper during this

[@silverlve70]

Can this become a weekly thing with more classic rock songs being played as such? :D

[@pssed]

Yes please! Next up: David Gilmour playing Comfortably Numb

[@jackplaysguitar8293]

@@pssed then Mark Knofler with Sultans Of Swing... :)

[@pssed]

@@jackplaysguitar8293 sign me up! :)

[@russellmorash3816]

The musical genius who brought the eagles into the second half of there career incredible music writer and extremely gifted guitar player

[@lance4842]

Have Jimmy Page here next?

[@jamesjohnson6309]

YES

[@AtomicBlast00]

He dosent sing tho lol

[@TrilogyNjStorm]

@@AtomicBlast00 doesn't need to

[@Aniket0810]

His guitar does.

[@felixsubakti6907]

Jimmy page was actually the one clapping in the end(confirmed by attendance list on that day)

[@johnknouse6984]

One of the most underrated composer/songwriters/stylists on guitar. The music he's done is just immense.

[@tmatheson54]

There’s just something about that song. I never grow tired of hearing it. A classic! Bravo Don. Thank you.

[@artmchugh5644]

Thomas Matheson wonder what Katy Perry song we will turn up and jam to 30 years from now ??😄😄😄😄😄😄🎸🎸🎸🎼🎼🎼🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@TruthSurge]

You mean Don hasn't had this vid blocked yet? Hard to believe! I bet his lawyers are working on it, though.

[@buddywilliams5650]

It's a half step down. Plus Don Felder wrote most of the music 🎵 🎶. It's just a perfect song in every which way.

[@watchdog304]

Imho, Don and Joe Walsh should be mentioned alongside Clapton, Hendrix, Page etc as some of the very best of their generation. They are both fantastic players!

[@yrulooknatme]

I only wish he would have invited joe to play there with him. That would have made my year!

[@mattmattiematthew9542]

Or even let Bernie Leadon try to take a shot at it!

[@metal1369]

awesome playing as always from Don Felder.

[@dengdeng80]

now thats what i called a “guitar hero” ❤️

[@Amir14Ameero]

its time for Don Felder to tour back with the Eagles. Past is past, your music is what makes the future alive.

[@billybobbobson5346]

Amir Yusoff that saying makes so little sense....

[@bobby-ov9qn]

That's unfortunately not going to happen.

[@Tommy_Mac]

Don Felder is an underrated guitarist and is also an underrated musician

[@carolb1792]

I will play this over and over and over again when driving.

[@JackKincaid..]

Carol, what do you think about when you play it over and over again?

[@carolb1792]

Dennis Smock Someone trying to fight off their drug demons and (sadly) lost the battle. Just my take....I'm sure there's many.

[@JackKincaid..]

@@carolb1792 I went to school with a couple of guys that lost the battle. I fully understand where you're coming from.

[@carolb1792]

Dennis Smock I wasn't perfect but I'm glad I didn't take that detour. 🙏

[@sto620]

This shows that you can bring great rock music into a classical setting and it’ll stand up among classical compositions written hundreds of years ago.

[@andyjor574]

One of the best guitars solos of all time.

[@richardg413]

This video is an embarrassment. Audio is horrible and wasn’t that the reason he was there? For the acoustics?

[@andrewstimmel4223]

Well, since I do NOT have a DVR & Can't wakeup early to watch Sunday Morning on CBS, Thanks to KZbin This segment featuring Don Felder just Made My Day! His playing " Pure Perfection". Joe Walsh & him used to challenge each other on stage. But they BOTH Respected each other. The Eagles went through many changes in their lineup. However, Don Felder & Joe Walsh ( whom I met years ago) Really shined together & Furthermore provided ICONIC Solos that will Live On Forever. Once Again, on this video Don Felder smoothly, fluidly, effortlessly sounded Amazing. Being a Guitarist, All i could do is Smile.

[@magicdaveable]

Don is a great guitarist. You can certainly hear the absence of Walsh's funkiness on the lines Felder had to play on this performance.

[@joeross7724]

There's a reality in which I, too, have double neck Gibson as beautiful as that

[@raulcastro3277]

Don Felder was the back bone of the Eagles and a member never recognized for his talent/contribution of that band.

[@seanatteberry3686]

So awesome. I remember seeing The Eagles, not realizing they fired Don Felder. Haven't seen them since. The 19 dislikes must be from Don Henley worshippers.

[@WysteriaGuitar]

C'mon Henley, stop being so greedy, poor Don is playing solo and it's not cutting it. Let him back in the band man.

[@stevesnellgrove1518]

Epic song never gets old .. beautiful and heartfelt playing 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@Syd-un1xr]

This man was a very big part of the Eagles, he deserves to be back in the band.

[@fhhfgj]

That song is a central memory of my childhood. Probably one of a half dozen songs that transport me in time. Thank you Don for this iconic song.

[@M_N999]

You know it's iconic when u can hear virtual drums ,base and rhythm in ur head while the legend plays the legendary solo 🤘

[@josephclay3864]

One of the best guitarist in history playing one of the best songs ever!

[@killerontheroad280]

In before a lawsuit from Henley

[@VitalityMassage]

Just don't sound the same without ol' Joe playing along.

[@lyonheartband1337]

He's playing it in A.minor too

[@fenderbento]

But 90% idea of Hotel California was Felder's.....

[@buddywilliams5650]

@@lyonheartband1337 That's correct if you try to play this in B. It's flat so Don Felder can sign to it.

[@CutterJ]

...the difference between wannabe and the real deal... Cutter

[@christopherchavez6849]

I have no idea how people can give a thumbs down to this song and Don Felder since he is the writer and creator of this song

[@donfelder6086]

Well I’m glad for people like you who truly appreciate the craft, thank you so much for the love and support ❤️

[@christopherchavez6849]

@@donfelder6086 Thank you sir.. wow !!! Don Felder..Answering my reply..I’ve been playing guitar all my life your guitar playing is @ has been very inspirational for me as a little boy and as man..God bless you sir♥️♥️ you are the master Of guitar and music♥️

[@christopherchavez6849]

@@donfelder6086 God bless you Mr. Felder much respect and love 🎸 rock on !!!

[@MusicissuperiorEVHROX316]

Felder went to the met museum when he moved to New York as a young man and spent an entire day looking around it. Here he’s back nearly fifty years later and his doubleneck’s hanging on the wall. I think it’s wonderful that he still plays the solo perfectly, even with no band behind him. And the sound of that guitar’s voice is just haunting. Felder’s an underrated, classy badass of a musician who was completely under appreciated and mistreated by Henley and Frey when he was in the Eagles. I hope that someday Henley can learn the lyrics of his own songs and take a shot at forgiving Felder, as Felder did to the Eagles.

[@YesuAiNimen]

Felder is an enormous talent

[@stephanierennie2878]

Don "Fingers" Felder... excited to see him play again this Saturday night! Amazing talent. And what amazing acoustics!!

[@donfelder6086]

Thank you so much I appreciate the love and support I get from my fans❤️

[@stratocaster1greg]

Frey and Henley are over rated. Don Felder is still cool, they aint.

[@fastlane1205]

Glenn Frey is dead soooo

[@daveenyart]

uh...why?

[@justin4360]

Saw him in concert and he’s a one man eagle

[@RAJ-rt8tk]

Imagine There Was Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Randy Meisner, Joe Walsh Perfoming This Song...🥺Where Are You All Felder Waiting For You

[@larrymills4019]

It was fantastic to see them in concert!

[@eshaandaksh2968]

Come on, there should have been a backing track at least. I bet it's awkward for him to just play in utter silence, he looked a little nervous(because well Jimmy Page was there)

[@krissmith3498]

Don Felder, one of the top five best guitar players, he should have never been let go, but, guess what Henley, you can't fire one of owners of the company.

[@wokeupdead3428]

Kris Smith have you listened to anything besides classic rock before? Or ever heard any guitarist besides him because there’s about 40 guitarists I can name that are better. Just saying😂😂😂

[@harryelliott4363]

wokeupdeadbeats cool. Literally no one cares. He’s a great guitarist. End of.

[@vinniemoran7362]

@@wokeupdead3428 The likes of Felder and Frampton choose not to indulge in high-speed pyrotechnics, which most people associate with "best guitarists". Doesn't mean they can't. Watch or listen to his long improvised intro to Witchy Woman live in Houston,1976. The man is a magician.

[@Cmaxutube]

@@wokeupdead3428 better? technically better there are thousands. same with David Gilmour. it"s not technical proficiency we're talking about. it's artistry. two different worlds my friend

[@wokeupdead3428]

@@Cmaxutube it’s totally opinion based. I’m sure there’s people that would say angus young is one of the top 5 guitarists ever.

[@OneGuitarist]

Great video and such an iconic song! I always felt Don was a more interesting guitar player than Joe Walsh, and alway liked his guitar tracks much more. Rock on, Don!

[@D0nRidah]

trust me joe is actually insanely good too

[@fretworkband3204]

Listen to the James Gang with Joe playing rhythm and lead and singing in the 3 piece. I can’t see Felder doing the same.

[@rudolfschenker]

This is exhilarating to see and hear, but so much is missing without Joe Walsh there to play his counterpoints, harmonies, and equally iconic licks. Either way, I'm so glad this has been a song that has transcended generations, and will continue to do so for many more years. This is when guitar licks and solos were pieces of music unto themselves, and were the perfect response to the words and sounds of the vocalist.

[@CommanderAlpharocks]

If you behave right in your earthly life, this is the first thing you will hear once you go to heaven

[@doublejake.4846]

The Eagles were just another one of those bands that had so much talent in each member. In the beginning they were men who were like brothers who just wanted to make it, they truly cared deeply for the band and their brotherhood. Success, alcohol, drugs and egos about song writing and creating music slowly destroyed this band and the love and brotherhood that they had for one another. Same story for so many talented and great bands. Fighting for royalties and song credits, destroys friendships and bands.

[@beckygriggs7827]

Journey is another band, same situation happened

[@herbiesnerd]

No Felder = No Eagles

[@rifatmasud]

The intro always gives me chills

[@tommym321]

I wonder what tab he was using, it sounds pretty accurate.

[@VP737]

Great piece to jam along with your acoustic guitar

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

This is very cool, but really Joe Walsh should be there right next to Don, jamming their classic duo.

[@anotherrudeawakening8793]

Awesome. Hey Henley while your original band has been significantly depleted it would be nice to bring back Felder to once again inject some good old rock n roll in it.

[@rickthomas393]

Millions of disciples have practiced and learned these notes, but only Don Felder WROTE them. The rest of us should be so talented and lucky at songwriting to come up with such iconic magic.

[@crawnyxx]

Music that pulls your heart strings!

[@blueyestu7950]

I never saw Joe Walsh the same way after he cut all contact with Felder. He did as he was told just so he could stay in the band. Money or no money I could never do that to a real friend.

[@mitzirose6386]

AMAZING 😻 sang this since I was a little girl! My dad showed me & my music teacher at grade school! Love it! Amazing Performance 😸

[@yooper8778]

Would love to see him and Joe tour together one last time as Felder-Walsh. It is a sin that they cannot play together because of Henley.

[@WilliamMignoliTheArchivist]

Let's hope don is getting royalties..

[@bobchristopher6928]

William Mignoli oh yes, Felder is definitely getting royalties every month for that song. Royalties are determined by the number of plays each day. Imagine how many times a day across the country that song is played on radio stations, fitness clubs and you name it.

[@bigg4057]

William Mignoli Yes he sure is .... Don felder making big money off Hotel California ...Don wrote all the music beds in the song ... I was a stage carpenter in the late 70s with the Eagles I seen lot .... Thank you ....

[@WilliamMignoliTheArchivist]

@@bigg4057 cool ..

[@triajipriyambodo2800]

poor old man....can't get reconsiliation with his band mate. if slash and axl can do that, should be don felder and don henley

[@chriscoleman6358]

Some things in life are hard to accept

[@kobusdutoitbosman6240]

...honestly? nót the same - the magic of this song lies in a combination of instruments and amazing musical talents > sorry to say? and with respect.

[@paulsharkey6673]

I know his playing well. He's actually pretty rusty.

[@Roger-vc4lj]

Does Don Henley own the rights to this song? This guy better watch it or Henley will sue him, lol.