The Eagles’ classic album ‘Hotel California’ began a long non-consecutive run at No. 1 on the ‘Billboard’ 200 on 1977.

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“Hotel California” is one of only two tunes by the Eagles to reach the Billboard Global 200. It is far and away their longest-running hit, as it’s now lived on the roster for 119 ...