The legacy of 1970s rock band The Eagles was honored by cover band Hotel California: “A Salute to the Eagles,” on the stage of the Columbia Theatre. The band, formed in 1983 in Lake Arrowhead, California, is currently on tour from Florida to California and then to South Carolina.

“I was tired of just playing in clubs. I wanted something with longevity,” said Wade Hogue, the band’s founder, guitarist and singer. “We tour all year long coast to coast. Really all we do is drive for hours then get onstage and perform, then do it again.”

Hogue performed alongside George “Dicky” Dickerson, guitarist, mandolin and vocals; Scott Fronsoe, bass; Steve Probst, guitarist and vocals; and Kenny Nichols on drums.

The performance began at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 1 in front of an audience of approximately 500 people. The band performed Eagles’ songs exclusively, such as “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Desperado,” “Life in the Fast Lane” and “Tequila Sunrise.” The last song of the performance was the band’s namesake: “Hotel California.”

The show was well received by the audience and earned a standing ovation. The crowd stayed on their feet, clapping and cheering, until the band came back for an encore performance of  “All She Wants to do is Dance.”

Following the performance was a meet and greet with the band in the theatre’s lobby.

“It was a fabulous performance,” said Bud Glasgow of Amite, who is a long time Eagles fan. “It was authentic and the music and voices were amazing. It was a quality performance.”

The band was very satisfied with their performance, thanking the audience for their warm and enthusiastic attitude.

“The audience was fantastic!” said Dickerson. “They were so warm and responsive, which makes every show better. We love coming to Louisiana. The people are so great. The food is great too.”