: The network "went crazy" for the idea as they were searching for high-quality content while most live sports were canceled or delayed.
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: On a "lark," Azoff’s office called contacts at ESPN to pitch the idea of a rock band taking over the sports channel. The Reaction: "They Went Crazy" How Eagles Ended Up on ESPN: вЂThey Went Crazy, ...
: The broadcast was wildly successful, driving significant ticket sales for rescheduled tour dates and high orders for the band's upcoming box sets. Key Content Elements to Include
: How a legendary rock band filled the "sports void" when stadiums were empty. : The network "went crazy" for the idea
: Longtime ESPN anchor Chris Berman , a close friend of Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh, helped facilitate the deal.
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: How airing a concert on a sports network actually outperformed traditional music marketing strategies at the time.