Year/Genre/City: 1979, Country Rock, Los Angeles
Matrix #: UA-LA974-H
Condition: VG+, Folk, sounds great, looks good
Cultural Facts:

1.  Studio Lore: Recorded during a transitional period as the band shortened its name, reflecting a push toward broader mainstream acceptance in late-’70s country rock.

2. Scene Ecology: The group sat at the crossroads of LA’s country-rock circuit, overlapping with Eagles-adjacent players and studio musicians cycling through the scene.

3. Media Narrative: The album marked a rebrand moment where longtime fans debated authenticity versus commercial reach as the band chased wider radio exposure.

2/3/2026 CC