He was a model l tried to follow. I had a lot of respect for him and the Eagles. Billybob

Ahhhh....not true

Never Say Never, no one really knows. But we do know what we had with all four members of the original Eagles.

What A Wonderful singér😊

First off, I am a HUGE Eagles fan! I was fortunate enough to see them play all of their hits (and then some) in Toronto, 1994. I've seen well over 50 spectacular concerts including Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Dire Straits, Boston, just to name a few, but the Hell Freezes Over Tour is definitely *the* best concert I have ever experienced! The lighting wasn't over the top, (and rightfully so), but the *SOUND* was absolutely incredible. Even though the concert was held at an outdoor stadium, it was like hearing a $1,000,000 stereo in your bedroom! I have never heard anything like it (before or since). So ....... I love, love, LOVE Randy's contribution to the Eagles (RIP sir). Randy had exceptional writing skills, was a very good bass player (not great, but far better than average), had an incredible soprano voice that most female vocalists can only dream of having, *"HOWEVER"* to say that _" without Randy, the Eagles would never have been as successful"_ and that he was the _"heart"_ of the band, is simply ridiculous! Meisner, Leadon, Felder and Walsh are quintessential members of the group, no doubt. They all deserve accolades for sure but c'mon, everyone knows that both Henley and Fry hold the honor of being the *heart* of the Eagles! Now with hat said, there's tons of info out there that says they also hold the honor of being complete *assholes* to say the least.

I think Try and Love Again is one of the most undervalued songs EVER

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I agree! It just melted my heart.

So much respect for Timothy acknowledging Randy as he did

Yes sir..true words spoken of Randy..!!

Absolutely!!!! Timothy is such a sweet person it sure shows!!!!!

He's teaching The Angles how to sing.

They forced Don Felder out too. Enjoy the Eagles, but not a fan of Henley!

Well said!

@@RiverDocs ... This video is a bit confusing since he died a week ago but the video shows 6 months ago. Were you privvy to him being ill long term?

I guess I jumped the gun a bit. Looks like it was just updated and reposted. Sad news, but we're likely to be seeing plenty more as the calendar pages flip away. Joe Elliott sang "It's better to burn out, than fade away."

Amen : )

Iv never heard anyone say one negative thing about Timothy, same goes fire Rick Nelson.

Yep that was damn straight up for him to thank Randy. Too bad Frey and Henley acted like such dicks.

@@seerstone8982 Ironic that both bass players had 2 of the biggest Eagles hits ever !

@@dankelly5150 We know that Randy's refusal to sing "Take it to the Limit" at a concert in Knoxville TN was the beginning of Meisner's departure from the group. I'm curious, Randy stayed until the end of the tour in September, did he ever sing the song in the remaining part of the tour?

And, Don Felder.

Schmit is also good. And Sympathic

Same. My 2nd favorite song featuring him was Try and Love Again.

He actually died on July 26

Yes, it was.

Now it really is

Well said!!! Thank you for your comment!

He died on July 26, 2023 (7/26/2023)

Absolutely! One of these nights is one of the best produced songs and yes, I said it to others, Randy's vocals in that track are beautiful. Just listen carefully and you'll hear brilliance!!

Henley's comment on One of These Nights was "Meisner hit notes only dogs can hear." And Henley hits an awesome high note himself at the end of that song.

@@amain325 hAAHAHA love it

Those notes he hits are ridiculously high.

YES!! I love hearing Randy's harmonies with the ear buds. Outstanding and just so beautiful!

I agree about Try and Love Again! An anthem of my youth.

@@theresajones8367 I never understood why the song was not noticed more. Gorgeous melody, harmonies and Randy's great singing. Probably because it was surrounded by all the hits on Hotel California.

Agree..

Great song ... what a voice

Yes, that song was solid gold. When I picked up the guitar and learned some chords and got an Eagles song book that was the song for me.

His voice was incredible! Whether lead or backing vocals, he was an integral part of the Eagles until his departure! Randy will be sadly missed 😢 ❤

he would probably stay away from Glenn

@@jennifursun3303 That's for sure.

Yes he is!!

Schmit

LOl !

I enjoyed Randy’s vocals and have much respect for Tim Schmidt and his acknowledgement of Randy. Unfortunately band members come and go. Randy was there in the trenches for sure. I was pleased that Tim Schmidt was brought in. Excellent choice. I know we all enjoyed the music even though we may not have known all the things going on behind the scenes. Still miss Glenn but I’m grateful for all the music he left us with!

@@70sladyalways25 Great words! Yeah I was a kid in the 70’s and the Eagles music was certainly the soundtrack to my childhood. Didn’t know about all the drama in the band back then. Nor why they changed band members multiple times. But liked every version of them through The Long Run. Not a big fan of the five of them sitting on bar stools at the front of the stage. I know they’re getting up there in age but I think they should wait til they’re in their 80’s to do that. Lol

Totally agree. I can still listen to Desperado and their first album in it's entirety. Imo, Henley was one of the most overrated singers and Randy just the opposite.

The lineup with Randy and Bernie was my favorite Eagles band

You are so right.

I can't tell you why you think Randy sang this song

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I agree, but would add that Glenn was an ASS!

In total agreement with you about Henley and Frye. I believe Frye was the catalyst for all the "trouble" the band experienced. I still enjoy listening to the Eagles' songs despite my dislike for Frye. That band was a band for all times. I truly hope we don't ever forget Randy Meissner. NO ONE can sing 'Take It to the Limit' like he did.

@@garyaddcox8274 : Eagles were and are still brilliant and listening to their albums, to this day. Their music, like the Beatles will be timeless. Unlike the crap that is on radio since the late 90's.

"Control freaks" is too kind.... Awful individuals.

@@garyaddcox8274 100% agree Gary. Henley and especially Frey were just awful to the other guys like Randy and Don F. Despite them, I still love the music. Randy was the best vocalist and take it to the limit was HIS song. And it's a pity Henley will still forbid Walsh of performing with Felder.

I remember it well…

I'm so so jealous!

Thank you for sharing.

You're welcome. Glad you appreciated it. Makes it worthwhile. Thank you for watching and your comment.

Agree!! Thanks for watching!

Absolute fact.

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@@RiverDocs I always watch your videos when they come up in my feed. They are always well put together! You do a good job omwith them!

Same! The band with Randy in it is alive and well thanks to DVD's and YT!

When he hits that high note near the end and the crowd go nuts, and bandmates acknowledge it, it gives me shivers up my spine... EVERY SINGLE TIME!!!

I understand your wife! I’m right there with her. I would need to add Vince Gill to the mix❤️

I can listen to that song every single day and still marvel at Randy’s God given gift of a voice.

I love Randy and think he was very mistreated by the eagles along with don felder and Bernie

@@jhardy0786 …. No, Bernie never mistreated Randy! Bernie left Eagles in 1975 (after their first five albums) when he saw it becoming “the Glen and Don (Henley) Show” - like Randy, he too was tired of the Egoes. I think that Don Felder and Joe Walsh were awful to freeze Randy out after Randy’s altercation with Glen - especially Felder, because he and Randy used to hang out all the time.

@@ingfig1 you misunderstood me I think the Eagles mistreated Randy and Bernie and don

@@jchardymusictechnolagy .. aha, thanks for clearing that up. Sorry, my mistake. I agree that Henley and Frey mistreated Bernie, Randy and Don Felder, who were the other 3 members of the legal entity “Eagles Inc”, which assigned equal shares (to all members) of the profits generated from sales, royalties, performances, merchandise, etc. By getting rid of those 3, then all the profits would go to the remaining members - namely, Henley and Frey! Follow the money…

I loved Batdorf and Rodney's "Somewhere in the Night". You're musical history Tom!

If you get a chance get the POCO reunion album..... well worth it.... too bad a couple of original lineup have passed away also.... LEGACY is the album

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Small world! I lived 30 minutes away from Scottsbluff, back in the 70s! I was west, on US 26.

@@cavecookie1 Were you in Wyoming?

@@Hicktownwy Not quite... still a Husker! Missed it by 6 miles. Lived in Morrill.

@@cavecookie1 Nice!

Thanks for watching!!

Randy IS doing fine now?

You and me both! Thanks for watching!

Very cool! You're welcome..thanks for watching!

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

Love how you put that! "His music gets me through bad days and makes my greatest times GREATER" Thank you. I hope in some way Randy knows that about his music ❤

RIP

Oh dear, I'm so sad now. RiP, my condolences to family and friends and all who loved him. 🙏

I noticed I just made that comment a month ago, and now just saw where he has passed.

Yes Randy was the lead vocal on Midnight Flyer with Don Henley and Bernie singing the main harmony lines.

He harmonize with Bernie Lampkin I think that was his last name. He also played the banjo in midnight Flyer, and was lead guitarist for the eagles before Don Felder and Joe Walsh.🎸🎸

@@markbrown7103 Meisner played bass. He wasn't a banjo player or a lead guitarist. Bernie Leadon played banjo on Midnight Flyer.

yes it is my fav Eagles song

Awesome!! I never got to meet him. He sure seems like a nice guy. Wish I could have met him. Thanks for watching Brandon. Appreciate it!

That particular night, when the WCR played the fairgrounds in Mitchell, Randy was inducted into the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame along with other members of the Drivin' Dynamics including myself. I got to perform Take It To The Limit with him during the Dynamics show after the WCR show that night. I had the opportunity to hang out with Randy on several occasions and he was always extremely kind and humble. Just another Nebraska kid.