Joe Walsh is a storied musician, recognized both for his solo career and his significant contributions to the rock band Eagles. Born on November 20, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas, Walsh has carved out a distinctive niche in rock history with his exceptional guitar skills and songwriting prowess. Prior to his stints with various bands, he attended Kent State University, which curiously intersected with a pivotal moment in US history, as the Kent State shootings unfolded while he was a student there.

His early career saw him as a member of several bands including James Gang and later Barnstorm, but it was his solo work, such as the 1973 hit "Rocky Mountain Way," that solidified his place in the rock genre. Walsh's style is marked by a blend of rock and blues, flavored with idiosyncratic analog synthesizer sounds. In 1975, Walsh joined the Eagles, bringing a harder rock edge to the band's sound with hits like "Life in the Fast Lane" and contributing to the success of their landmark album "Hotel California." As a solo artist, he continued to make waves with albums like "But Seriously, Folks..." and hit songs including "Life's Been Good." His later works, such as "Analog Man" in 2012, served as reflections on his life in and out of the music industry and the changes brought by the digital age. His wit, guitar-driven anthems, and ever-evolving musicianship have kept Joe Walsh a beloved figure in classic rock and beyond.

Genres

Album Rock

Blues Rock

Classic Rock

Country Rock

Hard Rock

Heartland Rock

Mellow Gold

Rock

Singer-songwriter

Soft Rock

Southern Rock

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Latest Release

Daughter Of Zion [Feat. Joe Walsh]

Glenn Schwartz•

Joe Walsh

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released June 15, 2023