In 1974, the band sharpened their rock edge with this pivotal release. Recorded at London's Olympic Studios and Los Angeles' Record Plant, it marks the arrival of guitarist Don Felder, adding muscle to their sound. Produced by Glyn Johns and Bill Szymczyk, it features hits like "Already Gone," "James Dean," and "Best of My Love," the latter becoming their first US number 1. The cover, a painting by Beatien Yazz, evokes the album's blend of rock and country. It climbed to number 17 in the US, signaling their growing appeal. The lineup shift—Felder's addition—proved crucial, his guitar work elevating tracks like "Already Gone." Studio tales include tensions with Johns, leading to Szymczyk taking over, a move that steered them toward a harder sound. The 10 tracks earned no major awards but solidified their crossover success. It's a transitional work that bridged their early style with the rock dominance to come.

Release Date: 22/03/1974

Tracks: 10