The "freeze" finally broke in at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. The band—Frey, Henley, Felder, Joe Walsh, and Timothy B. Schmit—gathered for an MTV special .

But by 1994, the members had matured. Personal demons were wrestled into submission (most notably for Don Henley and Joe Walsh). The financial allure of a massive tour was undeniable, but the creative motivation was simpler: they wanted to see if the magic still existed. The result was Hell Freezes Over —a new live album and an accompanying MTV special that was immediately recognized as something transcendent.

Hits like "Life in the Fast Lane" and "Take It Easy" were performed with a polished precision that only decades of experience could provide. Unlike the chaotic, drug-fueled performances of the late 70s, this was a professional outfit at the top of their game.

It is smoother than their 70s raw footage, and more energetic than their later 2000s performances (where age thinned their voices).

For the Eagles themselves, this DVD marked the beginning of their "third act." They toured successfully for another two decades, released new studio albums, and continued packing arenas until the tragic passing of Glenn Frey in 2016. Watching this DVD now, Frey is vibrant, smiling, and in perfect voice. It is a bittersweet time capsule.

Have you watched the Eagles' Hell Freezes Over DVD? What is your favorite moment—the acoustic "Hotel California" or the electric fury of "Life in the Fast Lane"? Let us know in the comments below.