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Randy Meisner was a car guy

Randy Meisner, a founding member of famous Eagles band, and who died on July 26, was celebrated by musical colleagues and reviewers alike for his “celestial tenor” voice, performance on rhythm guitar, and songwriting contributions to the band.

He was also a car guy. After all, who else but a passionate driver could write the lyrics, “Put me on a highway,

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