Actually, in some ways it is easier (not more fun) to be 70 in the 20s than it was in the 70s. I'm retired and living alone (with my cat). Thank God for my personal computer and the Internet (and my cellphone). It helps me to stay independent and entertained. It's not more fun because ageism still exists and healthcare costs (all costs really) are through the roof. In the 1970s, doctors didn't get rich like they do now.
Two quotes by Joe himself. "I was picked to sing lead for The James Gang because my singing sucked the least." and "I only got drunk once... for twenty years."
These lyrics are sooo underrated. He sings in his "clown prince of rock n roll" party voice but they are hella deep. Also "In the City", the outro to the film "The Warriors". Have you guys done any James Gang, Joe's first band? "Walk Away" their most famous single. Also "Funk #49". Love the channel!
Always admired Joe Walsh because he was willing to poke fun at himself...and he's a superb composer/musician(to understate) To our hosts: Yes, this was a hit
Joe Walsh is quite a character. I like his honesty. I love the beginning and the lyrics. You need to be listening to the words. They are hilarious. You should see him in interviews.
Him singing the lyric about staying in motels and tearing out the walls is the absolute truth. As Joe once said, "the best thing that ever happened to me was when Keith Moon decided he liked me, the worst thing that ever happened to me was Keith Moon decided he liked me." Both were infamous for the damage they would do a motel. Another line in the song that everyone should keep in mind is "I can't complain but sometimes I do." So true of everyone.
I cant believe anyone rented hotel or motel rooms to The Who, Led Zeppelin, Joe Walsh, etc. If they saw them coming or checked the reservation lists, they should have put out the "No Vacancy" sign and turned off the lights.
This was a big hit on the radio back in the late 70s in high school...and has had great airplay ever since! You may have just heard it in bars, radio etc. Love Joe!
Joe Walsh is a Eagle too, he plays the guitar solo on Hotel Califirnia, and he's also from a band called James Gang, and his solo stuff like this song, but as a Eagle they play this and several of his hits in their concerts
Joe Walsh is the coolest,most down to earth Rock Star EVER!! You could be sitting at a dive bar in your neighborhood & he'll pull up & sit right next to you & have a beer.
This is actually the story of Joe's life. Today he's a dedicated family man. He loves his guitars and can really play them. Back in the James Gang band days, he was really wild. They would hold him upside down by his ankles and he would play.
Joe is one of a kind. A killer musician and song writer, a mad man back in the day and he's funny as hell. I saw him with the Eagles in 1977 & 1980, he always looked like he was having so much fun on stage.
Joe being cautiously optimistic. Funny guy. Bill Szymczyk (producer) and Judy Boyer (ex-wife) did the background vocals. The "flock of wahs wahs" I think happened when they were screwing around in the studio having fun. Szymczyk put on on the record without Joe knowing he did it. The same thing happened with Joe's vocal at the beginning of Meadows.
And the best part is watching his face while he plays. Not sure if that's just his natural face, or he's trying to be a clown, but it's very funny in any case.
Joe said he always wrote his songs with beginning lyrics - guitar solos - lyrics at the end. That way he didn’t have to sing so much..he said sometimes I was so drunk I’d forget the words…lol. Love that dude!
My roommate wants a Joe Walsh “Turn to Stone” reaction. We’re 21 year old college students and after we discovered that song, it made him pick up a guitar and the rest of us start re-learning instruments from our childhood. Out of all reaction channels, I want y’all to do it the most.
Joe is one of those guys who's goofy as hell while still having insane chops. "Rocky Mountain Way" and "Turn To Stone" are a couple more of his tracks that show off his playing a bit.
As a musician this song always f-ed with my head because the drums start out on the 2 and then the guitar comes in on the and of the 1. By the time you get into it the song feels completely different than it did when it started. Great track.
You've heard this everywhere, lol...On the radio, in ads, in movies. It's very popular and was played constantly on the radio back in the day. Walsh is a fantastic guitarist both solo and with James Gang, and The Eagles. You instantly know it's Joe when you hear him because he has a unique guitar tone and voice.
"One of the scariest moments of my life was hanging out with Keith Moon and realizing that he actually liked me" - Joe Walsh...Joe has enjoyed a LOOONG career in rock music. Allegedly the person who coined the phrase "Party 'til you puke". Whether it was the James Gang, his solo work or the Eagles Joe is something else...gave Frampton his talk box and one of Jimmy Page's iconic if not most icnic Les Pauls was formerly Joe's guitar (it's been debated whether it was a gift or was sold)...Joe Walsh? He's Cool!!! For me his humility, raw talent & sense of humor always shines through.
Joe was on the Drew Carey Show. He was on a local radio station years ago. He sang Take me out to the ball game, on beat behind. . Funny shit. "Take me out the ball. Game take me out to the. Crowd buy me some peanuts and cracker. Jacks I dont care.."
Every version of Joe he just rises to the top. His undeniable talent comes through and it wasn't until he joined The Eagles that they really caught my ear! As always great pick guys.
This song would play on the radio during high school art class. When it came on my friend and i would look at each other and smile. Check out "In the city" and "Rocky Mountain way".
Joe Walsh is the clown prince of rock n roll. James gang, eagles, etc. He took what he did seriously but never took himself seriously. He’s a rock legend.
I love when you guys both smile this hard. ❤This song is dope. HUGE RECORD. I saw him play it live Sept 2022 with the Eagles, and he’s still playing like a boss. He’s one of the last rock n roll madmen. Check out “Rocky Mountain Way” he was also in James Gang “Funk 49” “Walk Away” and of course the Eagles. “In the City” from the Warriors soundtrack in 1979 is just breathtaking. More Joe!
The gospel according to Joe on a Sunday morning... life's been good. All that was missing is a big "ooooiiieeee" from La, but I can tell he dug it. A good one to get out the sticks for
You reviewed James Gang "Funk #49" and loved it. That was early Joe Walsh, guitar, vocals, and writer. Joe is one of the best, VERY respected by other musicians. Joined the Eagles for their last two studio albums and touring but did much more on his own. Rolling Stone crowned him "The Clown Prince of Rock and Roll" in the seventies. He was a raging alcoholic in the early days and probably wouldn't still be with us if not for becoming sober. He has a song "One Day at a Time", an AA expression. He said later "I only got drunk once, for thirty years"! How could you not love him? His biggest hit is likely "Rocky Mountain Way".
Joe Walsh telling his the story of his life!! He was a wildman!! And I loved it. An excellent reaction to a great song by a fantastic artist! Thanks fellas ❤😊👏
Joe Walsh is an amazing guitarist and wonderful song writer. He has been making music for decades. I first fell in love with him with his song "FUNK 49" with the band "THE JAMES GANG.
"Life's Been Good" Was on the soundtrack to the 1978 film FM. Walsh wrote of the wild antics of the era's rock stars, with nods to drummer Keith Moon of the Who & others.
This is my all time favorite Joe Walsh song!! Been a fan for over 50 years now!! Every song is great and so underrated!! Keep them coming love your channel guy's ❤
Another banger gentleman. Love Mr. Joe Walsh great song one of my favorites from Joe along with funk 49. Please keep up the great work La and Che thank you…
Joe woke up when his plane reached Paris, he didn’t want to go to Paris and had no idea how he got there. He joined AA, sober but still created great music. He he put out an album Analog Man in 2012, the song FAMILY is a story of his new life.
I was 9 years old when this came out, and apparently I heard it right away and a lot. It was my favorite song from 9yo till about 12 or 13. I used to sing along with "My Maserati Does 185, I Lost My License, Now I Don't Drive..." I still love it. I think I heard it mostly in the back seat of my Mom's car and always asked her to turn it up. I also loved "Swing Town" by Steve Miller Band around that time. I always played air drums with that one.
This is Joe's musical autobiography of how he once lived the life of a drug addicted Rock star. Fortunately, Joe got clean, and doing great in his mid 70s. Great artist, and guitar player.
The connecting song for this is Lucky this way! Fantastic song with humor similar to this song ! Need to do lots more of Joe solo, Eagles and James Gang!
Guys-- relisten and check the lyrics more (you were busy boppin'). Walsh has many awesome tunes! Check out the humor is songs ' I.L.B.T.'s' and 'Down On The Farm'. Rosewood Bitters is a top fav of mine. Other big hits include Rocky Mt. Way and Life Of Illusion. And yes..Joe Walsh joined The Eagles for the Hotel California album. Cheers, T
