The Eagles' 1973 second album, 'Desperado,' saw the band leaning into a harder-edged, Western-themed sound that moved beyond their debut's mellower country-rock. It was a pivotal release that cemented their image and songwriting depth.
- The album's title track, "Desperado," has been covered by numerous artists, including Frank Sinatra.
- 'Desperado' reached number 41 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1973.
- The album cover famously features the band members posed as if in a wanted poster.
Eagles formed in Los Angeles in 1971, built on a foundation of country and folk-rock influences. The band quickly became one of the most commercially successful acts of the 1970s and beyond.
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