Birth of Bernie Leadon
Birth of Bernie Leadon, later founding guitarist, banjo player and country-rock influence in Eagles.
Role range: 1947-
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Bernie Leadon Biography and Timeline
Follow Bernie Leadon through 7 dated historical records for United States of America.
Bernie Leadon, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1947–1975Years on this page
1947
1971
Eagles
Founder Member of Eagles
Eagles
Co-founds Eagles and brings strong country, bluegrass and folk influences to the early sound.
Role range: 1971-1975
Linda Ronstadt Band
Works in the Los Angeles country-rock scene before becoming a founding member of Eagles.
Role range: 1971-1971
1972
Witchy Woman
Co-writes Witchy Woman with Don Henley, adding a darker edge to the debut album.
Role range: 1971-1975
1973
Doolin-Dalton
Adds banjo and country instrumentation to the Desperado album's outlaw concept.
Role range: 1971-1975
1975
Departure
Leaves Eagles after the One of These Nights period as the band moves toward a harder rock direction.
Role range: 1971-1975
Records, sources and methodology
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