Deciding to ditch the most overtly country aspects of their music, the Eagles brought guitarist Don Felder aboard in 1974 in hopes of pivoting to a more rock-oriented sound. Two years later, Felder ...

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This video explores the deeper meaning behind the Eagles’ legendary song “Hotel California,” a track often interpreted as a haunting commentary on fame, excess and the dark side of the American Dream.

In January 1978, The Eagles won big at the Grammys, but they weren’t there to collect their prize. The band’s song “Hotel California” received Record of the Year, but they declined to attend. They had ...

The Eagles’ overlooked Hotel California track reveals a darker take on progress and the real cost of growth on people and places.

Nearly $316 million was spent on campaign ads in the primary for California governor. Now the general election spending will begin. By Laurel Rosenhall Democratic voters returned their ballots later ...

Summer is right around the corner, which means poolside lounging on a sunny day in SoCal is just a stone’s throw away. Though a well-designed room and first-class service are always a priority, during ...

As influencers continue to flood social media feeds with curated glamour shots at Los Angeles’s most luxurious hotels, many of these legendary properties have lost their allure of secrecy. Old ...

KQED's statewide radio news program, providing daily coverage of issues, trends, and public policy decisions affecting California and its diverse population. June 2, 2026 • It's election day. And ...

From glamorous soirées and events to not-so-secret scandals and affairs, the who’s who of Hollywood’s Golden Age knew how to garner the spotlight. While most of these stars, including Marilyn Monroe, ...

From the nation's largest wine-producing region to spectacular desert landscapes to miles upon miles of beaches, California boasts incredible geographical diversity. The endless choices of what to do ...