DON FELDER (Eagles) – American Rock ‘n’ Roll (2019)

Legendary former lead guitarist and songwriter of the Eagles, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee DON FELDER is releasing today his highly anticipated all-new album “American Rock ‘n’ Roll”.
The album features some of the biggest names in music including Sammy Hagar, Slash, Richie Sambora, Orianthi, Peter Frampton, Joe Satriani, Mick Fleetwood, Chad Smith, Bob Weir, David Paich, Steve Porcaro, Alex Lifeson and more.
Mixed & Mastered by ’80s gurus Bob Clearmountain and Bernie Grundman, the new LP comprises what Classic Rock is all about.

What’ll make fans even happier is learning that ‘American Rock ‘N’ Roll’ is as good or better than any music Don Felder has ever made. He seems to be that rare artist who’s getting better with the passage of time.
He logged in 27 years with the Eagles, co-wrote “Hotel California,” “Victim of Love” and “Those Shoes” and worked with other important artists including The Bee Gees, Bob Seger, Michael Jackson, Alice Cooper, Kenny Loggins, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Boz Scaggs, Warren Zevon, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and more.

‘American Rock ‘N’ Roll’ is Don Felder’s third solo effort and arguably the strongest of the three.
Felder produced the album himself and, at this stage, is more than able to articulate his own vision. Felder’s deep songwriting and guitar skills maintain center stage and the set listens like a real album, not just a batch of singles.

The record opens with the lead single and title track “American Rock ‘N’ Roll,” which features stellar performances from Slash, Mick Fleetwood, and Chad Smith of Chickenfoot & RHCP. The song is a tribute to the icons of the classic rock era, artists who helped to define the sound of American music in the late 20th Century.
“Hearts On Fire” is a gleefully funky rock song with a huge hook that’ll instantly become stuck in your ear. “Limelight” is a great mid-tempo shuffle that features intertwined guitar solos from Richie Sambora and Orianthi, two players who can heat up any house in the world.

“Rock You” is a powerful, hard rock stadium-shaking kind of song that shows Felder still has plenty of gas in the tank. Joe Satriani rocks some solos on it as only he can, and we are also treated to some lead vocals by Sammy Hagar and backups by Bob Weir.
Felder can still write ballads like nobody’s business and does exactly that on “The Way Things Have To Be.” Peter Frampton contributes guitar and backup vocals and Leah Felder sings on the track, as well.
Alex Lifeson drops guitar licks on “Charmed” to add some Canadian content to the proceedings and does his usual amazing job.

It’s impressive to hear how great this crew sounds. Felder and every musician on this record can deliver the goods live and on two-inch tape, which isn’t something to take for granted in our computer age.
Felder is one of the great guitarists / singer / songwriters of our age and the combination of his skills and the strength of the other players make ‘American Rock ‘N’ Roll’ a perfect thing, an experience that anyone who cares about the core of rock music needs to have.
HIGHLY Recommended

1. AMERICAN ROCK ‘N’ ROLL
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Rhythm and Lead Guitars
Special Guest Guitarist Slash
Nathan East Bass
Mick Fleetwood Drums
Chad Smith Drums
Lenny Castro Percussions
Monet Owens Background Vocals

2. CHARMED
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Background Vocals and Electric Guitars
Special Guest Alex Lifeson Acoustics and Electric Guitar End Solo
Nathan East Bass
Lenny Castro Percussions
Timothy Drury Background Vocals
Mike Finnigan Hammond B3 Organ
Robin DiMaggio Drums

3. FALLING IN LOVE
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Acoustic and Electric Guitars
Steve Porcaro Keyboards and Synths
Nathan East Bass
Monet Owens Background Vocals
Robin DiMaggio Drums and Percussions

4. HEARTS ON FIRE
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Electric Guitars
David Paich Keyboards
Joe Williams Background Vocals
Alex Al Bass and Moog Bass
Robin DiMaggio Drums and Programming

5. LIMELIGHT
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Electric Guitars and Lead Solo
Special Guest Orianthi and Richie Sambora on Solos
Mike Finnigan Hammond B3 Organ
Lenny Castro Percussions
Chris Chaney Bass
Sean Holt Background Vocals
Leah Felder Background Vocals
Robin DiMaggio Drums

6. LITTLE LATIN LOVER
Don Felder Lead Vocals and Acoustic Guitars
Abe Laboriel SR. Bass
Alex Alessandroni acoustic Piano
Monet Owens Background Vocals
Christophe Lampidecchia Accordion
Lenny Castro Percussions
Robin DiMaggio Additional Percussions and Hand Claps

7. ROCK YOU
Don Felder Lead Vocals and Electric Guitars
Special Vocal Guest Sammy Hagar
Special Guitar Solo Guest Joe Satriani
Chris Chaney Bass
Bob Weir Background Vocals
Mike Finnigan Hammond B3 Organ
Lenny Castro Percussion
Robin DiMaggio Drums

8.SHE JUST DOESN’T GET IT
Don Felder Lead Vocals and Electric Guitars
Todd Sucherman Drums
Monet Owens Background Vocals
Ben White Bass
Lenny Castro Percussions
Robin DiMaggio Programming in Bridge

9. SUN
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Acoustic and Electric Guitars
Steve Gadd Drums
Nathan East Bass
Greg Leisz Pedal Steel
Timothy Drury Background Vocals
Robin DiMaggio Percussions

10.THE WAY THINGS HAVE TO BE
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Acoustic and Electric Guitars
Special Guest on Background Vocals and Telecaster Peter Frampton
Mike Finnigan B3 Hammond Organ
Leah Felder Background Vocals
Chris Chaney Bass
Jim Keltner Drums
David Paich Acoustic Piano
Alesandro Alesandroni Additional Keyboards
Lenny Casto Percussions

11. YOU’RE MY WORLD
Don Felder Lead Vocals, Acoustic and Electric Guitars
Mike Finnigan B3 Hammond Organ
Chris Chaney Bass
Kenneth Crouch Keyboards
Monet Owens Background Vocals
Lenny Castro Percussions
Jim Keltner Drums
Robin DiMaggio Drums

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