The eagles album covers

Eagles 1972

'Hotel California,' the 5th studio album by the Eagles is one of the greatest rock records. But what is the story behind its album cover? Find out here.

December 9, 1999: The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announces the biggest-selling artists of the century in the United States. The Beatles have sold the most albums (106 million), Garth Brooks is the best-selling male solo act, and Barbra Streisand the best-selling female. Elton John's 1997 "Candle In The Wind" is the best-selling single of the century, and the best-selling album is the Eagles' Greatest Hits 1971-1975.

Designer Kosh talks working with Don Henley to create the "sumptuous" and "sinister" image.

Until 1973, Asylum was distributed in Germany through EMI Electrola, a year later through WEA (Warner Elektra Atlantic).

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Print and download Hotel California by The Eagles piano sheet music. Arranged for Intermediate level pianists. Includes interactive sheet music.