The Real Story Behind The Names Of Music's Most Iconic Bands - Page 13 of 78

Eagles

Diehard fans of the group will make sure that you call this band “Eagles” and not “The Eagles.” Friend and comedian Steve Martin said it should be “The Eagles,” but Glen Frey insisted on omitting the “the.”

The name is usually credited with Bernie Leadon when he was under the influence while in the Mojave Desert. He remembered reading about the Hopi’s tribe respect for the animal. J.D. Souther said the name was decided when Frey exclaimed “eagles” when they saw them in the desert.