Joe Walsh

Joe Walsh is an American singer, songwriter and guitarist from Wichita, Kansas, known for his work with the James Gang and the Eagles, his slide-guitar technique and for songs such as 'Life's Been Good' and 'Rocky Mountain Way'.

Born in Wichita, Kansas; member of James Gang and later the Eagles; renowned for slide/bottleneck guitar (often using a glass medicine bottle); public struggles with alcoholism and cocaine and later recovery; adopted; amateur radio enthusiast; also worked as actor. Reviews emphasize his melodic sensibility, ironic vocal delivery and strength as a live performer.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Joe Walsh's signature slide guitar, melodic gift and ironic voice. They highlight 'Life's Been Good' and note his long career with the James Gang and the Eagles. Reviews mix admiration for musicianship with mild studio-criticism and attention to personal struggles.

For:Fans of classic rock and guitarists interested in slide technique; readers curious about rock biographies and album critiques.