The Eagles Hotel California Reaction Video- Music Teacher/ Bass Player Reacts

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[@janicelucas8561]

Saw them LIVE in AL 1977 or 1978. 21,000 lighters up & crowd went nuts!! Best memory of my life!! Thanks 4 listening!!

[@spybug3267]

Wow! refreshing to hear someone who actually listens to the music and give an great in depth reaction.

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you soo much! I appreciate that!

[@VG-iq8xq]

It’s probably not an overstatement to say that Joe Walsh is probably the best thing that ever happened to the Eagles. Just took them to the stratosphere. Man the whole Hotel California album is a masterpiece. I love the big hits but also the under the radar tunes. Pretty Maids All In a Row, The Last Resort and Try And Love Again are all great. I saw Don Felder’s show a while back and he and his band were awesome! Thanks nice reaction!

[@JelaniStokes]

Yes Joe Walsh was able to help make the full transition from a Country soft Rock soft to a harder edge "punch you in mouth" sound! p.s. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE PRETTY MAIDS IN A ROW especially the harmony sung at the end!

[@VadersRage]

One of the band members, years later, said in an interview that "Joe Walsh is one of the greatest group of guys you'd ever meet". He's a "nut", but a fun "nut". His song "Life's Been Good" pretty much sums him up. Great vid, sir. Liked and sub'd for more!

[@brianbushue]

@@VadersRage joe isnt afraid to let other people shine, i have watched him play with every kind of artist. he lets them do there thing, and then he just adds to what they are doing. most artist have way to much ego to do that kind of thing

[@Strizz484]

Don Felder deserves way way more credit than he ever gets for the Eagles turning into what they were. He was responsible for most of the great guitar on their hits and he wrote the music for Hotel California.

[@BazzilioSPb]

Everytime i hear Hotel California, i think about Overlook Hotel from Shining by Stephen King...

[@bert2558]

That’s how you react to a song. Listen to it entirely then give it your reaction. Great job.

[@toastysock]

Nope

[@jacksonmarshallkramer5087]

The greatest rock song and guitar solo ever recorded. Stairway To Heaven is #2.

[@johniepointer8236]

I appreciate your insight I'm 65 have been listening to the eagles since they became a band much LOVE JP

[@botwitaprice]

This song is timeless! As one may never leave the Hotel, so this song will never stop being the #1 song ever.

[@JelaniStokes]

I couldn't agree more! It literally provides everything you could want in a rock song Great vocals, fantastic beat and an unbelievable guitar solo ( or should I say guitarS solo 😁)

[@robingainey1328]

Been listening to them for 50+Yrs this is my favorite song I listen to it everyday love these men

[@LiLiJo]

Dude there were five guitars on stage. Four guitarist and one with a double neck. I loved how you can see how they love making music together.

[@J24J]

I like how you don’t pause every 20 seconds or insist on speaking over the song itself. Add to that your obvious enthusiasm, amazing personality, and extensive knowledge…brilliant! Subscribed.

[@larryprice7017]

I totally agree, one of the main reasons i subscribed!

[@verdellellis4043]

Legends in Their own Right 👍 Hall of famers

[@darkomtobia]

Subbed. Your assessment reflects a lot more thought than the average KZbin reactor demonstrates. Nicely done.

[@JelaniStokes]

Wow, thanks! I truly appreciate those kind words! Thank you again!!

[@GryLi]

This is my morning alarm song. I wake up happy every time

[@JelaniStokes]

I don't know if I could make a better suggestion myself 😉😉

[@CrueHead18]

Playing and singing is something I have so much respect for. Reason why you don't see it all the time.

[@janepang484]

The Eagles🦅💖🕺👬🧑‍🤝‍🧑🌟🤩 Great!🎼🎵🎹🎸🥁🎤📀👍👏 From Hong Kong🙋‍♀️🌏💝🌺🥰

[@JelaniStokes]

Thanks for listening! AND YES THE EAGLES ARE ALL KINDS OF AWESOME!

[@jimreedy1960]

You really should get some headphones. They make a BIG difference.

[@gatulamuasau7448]

Aloha bro I’m your fan I’ll be following your timeline stay in good spirits and best of health keep the faith and rock on peace ciaos

[@rosamorales5282]

I love the way you watched listened and enjoyed this amazing performance. Thanks

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you! This is truly great performance of this classic song!

[@Juana-l1n]

Loved your reaction. Played the whole song! Awesome! Then your reaction! 🙏😊

[@lisawilliams6090]

I just stumbled on your channel as well, great job evaluating this classic song.

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you kindly!

[@davidleatherneck]

I have always been envious of musicians who can do one thing with their right brain while doing another thing with their left brain, all at the same time. Stunning!

[@JelaniStokes]

I would agree! But I truly believe it is something that anyone can do. It is just a matter of how much you want to develop that talent.

[@glennburch1081]

An early version of this iconic classic filmed at my old stomping grounds inside the Capital Center at Landover, MD....... EPIC!!! Just love Don Henley's hair style at this time. I never grow tired of listening to this song. Lots of lyrical euphemisms which allows the listener free for interpretation to create his/her own meaning. The guitar riffs are some of the best ever. Don Felder played most of the lead while Joe Walsh chimed in. Just a fabulous performance that this band is still playing today with a few different players than in this video. Thanks for reacting.

[@williammiles2221]

Masterpiece!! Could listen to those harmony leads all day long!!!👍👍

[@JelaniStokes]

That makes two of us!! 😁😁

[@siljossosa8748]

Me to

[@jeffjones6221]

There are keys on that tune and in the eagles...

[@JelaniStokes]

Yes a lot of times played by the one and only Glenn Fry. I just meant on this live recording (before they started employing additional musicians to fill out the arrangements).

[@carolcjh8938]

I enjoyed your reaction. I have to say, it was more of an educated critique. Slightly like what Rick Beato does. I am learning bass guitar rather late in my life, but am enjoying myself completely. Never too late to learn something new.

[@JelaniStokes]

Absolutely! Continue to learn and grow and enjoy the experience along the way!!

[@gmb858]

Excellent review. I'll echo others here: listening to the entire song allows you to come back and piece the elements together. Many reactors interrupt the flow of the song they are reviewing so much that, it seems to me, first time listeners might be more confused that anything. I appreciate your maturity in your review.

[@andilangford-woods1354]

Hi Jelani Stokes, just stumbled across your post and really enjoyed your post video analysis. That's more like the reaction I enjoy. Sadly I can't afford to subscribe as all our energy bills are going up next month and I'm a retired pensioner. Wiill be following you from now on. like your studio setting!

[@JelaniStokes]

Glad you enjoyed! Thank you so much for your kind words! And don't worry....... I'll still be around when you get back!

[@chrissampson7569]

Awww no love for Randy Meisner. That's ok, he really shines when the spotlight is on him in "Take It to the Limit" -- even though he didn't like to be in the spotlight.

[@lilion1520]

he’s a bassist and said nothing about my boy Randy :(

[@JelaniStokes]

Yeah.... I really should be ashamed of myself 😔 because Randy Meisner was soooo good on that bass! my favorite is the intro to "One Of These Nights." On that song you can just hear Randy having all kinds of fun with that bass line!

[@lilion1520]

@@JelaniStokes you should check out “Midnight Flyer” it’s a great song and Randy sings lead

[@dennishendrikx3228]

I love when bands punish their instruments.

[@williammiles2221]

Check out the Hell Freezes Over live version as well! Outta this would!!

[@JelaniStokes]

Oh yeah!! When I watched that version, I literally felt like they just picked up where they left off. Amazing!

[@compostcorner5934]

One of my many favourite groups ... One of these nights is also a great track 🎶😁

[@JelaniStokes]

Mine too! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE BEGINNING INTRO to One of these nights! I always have to listen to it multiple times before letting the song play!

[@compostcorner5934]

@@JelaniStokes Yes ! I totally understand ,That intro is brilliant 👍🎶

[@debbiechang5781]

I just stumbled upon your channel and enjoyed watching your reaction. I browsed through your videos and found quite a few I plan to check out. Are you aware that the Eagles (three of the original members) started as a backup band for Linda Ronstadt? She is an absolutely stunning talent. She has a forty year catalogue that crosses multiple genres. I hope you will check out her work. She has the voice of an angel. One of her early songs was “Long Long Time”. That would be a great place to start. Her live performances are wonderful and that’s without electronic tricks or autotune. Good luck with your channel 🌺✌️

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you soo much for your kind words!! Oh I love the Eagles and the type of rock they ushered in during the 70's. I know that the eagles, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt were part of that southern California sound.

[@foxfire1229]

Enjoyed it, I grew up on this 🎶

[@JelaniStokes]

Thanks for listening! I appreciate the kind words!

[@4redniwediS]

Levon Helm was the drummer for "The Band" He sang and played the drums as well! Also was a good actor! Check him out!

[@JelaniStokes]

I will! Thanks for the insight and suggestion!

[@srt8rocketship241]

Had to subscribe due to the content and method. Happy you know these Masterclass Musicians.

[@JelaniStokes]

Awesome, thank you! I truly appreciate the kind words!

[@nadjazajc5086]

Mr. Stokes:my respects to you.Great and perfect analysis of this beautiful rendition.Fantastic interpretation,singing,guitars,.........Magnificent.And magical.The best.It will never get old.Amen.Thank you!From Mexico.

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you soo much! I truly appreciate those kind words! Hotel California is such a classic song that I just had to share it with the world!

[@docbearmb]

Enjoyed your take on this classic. One thing you hadn’t mentioned: you noted Frey’s bed on the acoustic but I wasn’t sure if you realized it was a 12-string. Likewise, in the intro and in the first two verses, Felder is on the 12-string neck of his electric. Both certainly create a great mood.

[@JelaniStokes]

You know I did actually notice it because I started kicking myself when I noticed I didn't mention Frey's 12 string and Felder's 12 string on his double neck (DOUBLE NECKS ARE SOOO COOL). But yes! I love the resonance of the 12 string. It really adds another element to the song!

[@PastorOfMuppets74]

This is probably the best review of a classic tune I've ever seen. Someone who knows who is doing what and explaining exactly how and why they're doing it. Great job and great channel

[@victorramsey5575]

I know you saw that Rickenbacker bass. NICE!

[@JelaniStokes]

You know it!!! --->😱😱😁😁😁

[@ElissaStark514]

Great video! Subbed! 🙌🏼

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you! I truly appreciate it!!

[@ElissaStark514]

@@JelaniStokes my pleasure, Jelani! I look forward to watching more of your videos.🧡

[@BrianBrazilHarmonica]

Thank you for letting the whole song play though all the way to the end, especially for the Guitar ending. Way too many You Tube reaction channels constantly interrupt this song every 10 seconds and ruin the enjoyment of listing to this music. 😄

[@TexasMagnolia]

So happy you came up in my suggestions!

[@JelaniStokes]

Well then someone at KZbin was doing their job correctly! 🤣😆😁

[@dennismorley4845]

I've listened to a lot of reviews from people, I got to say this is up there with the best, you're speech is clear and easily understood which for me with a slight hearing problem makes a lot of difference and your actual review was brilliant, I noticed more on the second listening and I've heard this song umpteen times as I bought the album when it was first released.Many thanks.

[@JelaniStokes]

Wow, thank you! I truly appreciate that!

[@malcolmrush]

Love this song! I love to sing along with this song. Have you ever react to the Japanese band name Scandal? If not you should check this band out. I can give you some suggestions and links for Scandal songs. Also check out Lovebites, Band-maid and Babymetal too. If you want I can give you links for songs for these bands too!

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you for the recommendations! I will definitely check them out! Thanks!

[@malcolmrush]

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[@vonyroces7878]

such a detailed analysis on this amazing classic. I just love listening your in depth discussion on the song you reacted, and more..

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you soo much for those kind words! I LOVE TALKING MUSIC! Especially classic songs like Hotel California!

[@cristiona22]

One of the best reactions to this classic performance I’ve ever seen . Thank you 😊

[@nativetexan9776]

Was it just me or did you fail to give Randy Meisner (R.I.P.) credit for the incredible BASS throughout the song? Shame on you!

[@BillFromPA14]

Don Henlry, Phil Colins, lead singers lets not forget Karen Carpenter, She checked three boxes.

[@andrewwells3367]

As a bass guitarist I'm surprised you didn't give Randy Meisner a mention.

[@christiansison4349]

Love how your just moving and growing to the music especially the guitar solos

[@JelaniStokes]

I mean.... How could you NOT move to that hot fire guitar playing? All great music will get me moving in one form or another!

[@marcieharreld286]

There are 4 guitars!!😉😉🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@tonydavis2672]

Nice work . . . Great reaction . !!!

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you! I really appreciate those kind words!!

[@thjonez]

amazeballs👏

[@JelaniStokes]

Thank you thank you! 💯💯💯😁

[@JohnHug-rj2mj]

THERE'S 4 GUITARS

[@johnroop9625]

KEEP THE BEARD!!!!!

[@grahamrikihana4656]

Love your reaction bro. Listening and watching all the way from New Zealand. Cheers,