Bernie Leadon

The Profile

American multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter, co-founder of the Eagles. Known for mandolin, banjo, dobro, and guitars, and for helping shape the band’s early country-rock sound. Released the solo album Mirror in 2003.

Co-founder of the Eagles; prominent on mandolin, banjo, dobro, steel, acoustic and electric guitars; associated with country rock and bluegrass. Credited on Eagles songs including Witchy Woman, Train Leaves Here This Morning, Earlybird, Twenty-one, Bitter Creek, My Man, and I Wish You Peace.

The review reveres Bernie Leadon’s pivotal country-rock touch in the early Eagles, praising his multi-instrumental depth and songwriting. It lists key Eagles tracks he penned or co-wrote. His solo album Mirror (2003) is deemed pleasant but underwhelming, with restrained arrangements and vocals. Overall sentiment: respectful toward his legacy, lukewarm on the album.