Don Henley

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Don Henley

Born July 22, 1947 · Gilmer, Texas, USA (age 79)

Donald Hugh Henley is an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer and founding member of the Eagles. He was the drummer and co-lead vocalist for the Eagles from 1971 until the band broke up in 1980, and has reprised those duties for the group's reunions since 1994. He has been the only constant member of the band since its formation. Henley sang the lead vocals on Eagles hits such as…

Known For

Henry David ThoreauHenry David Thoreau · 2026
Henry David Thoreau
9.32026
MovieDocumentary
Henry David Thoreau helped define modern environmentalism and nonviolent resistance, yet his life has been obscured by myth. The author of Walden and Civil Disobedience, he was brilliant but flawed, idealistic but opinionated. A writer, scientist and activist, his words resonate urgently with today’s challenges as humanity looks for ways to live in harmony with nature—and each other.
WaldenWalden · 2017
Walden
9.02017
MovieDocumentary
In 1854, noted American transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau published his influential book 'Walden; or, Life in the Woods' about his attempt to live self-sufficiently in his cabin in the woods near Walden Pond, MA for two years.
The Panama DeceptionThe Panama Deception · 1992
The Panama Deception
7.01992
MovieDocumentaryHistory
This winner of the 1993 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature details the case that the 1989 invasion of Panama by the US was motivated not by the need to protect American soldiers, restore democracy or even capture Noriega. It was to force Panama to submit the will of the United States after Noriega had exhausted his usefulness.
Eagles: Hell Freezes OverEagles: Hell Freezes Over · 1994
Eagles: Hell Freezes Over
7.71994
MovieMusic
The Eagles performed live for the first time in April 1994 after a fourteen-year-long hiatus. Their reunion album’s name was in reference to Don Henley’s quote after the band’s breakup in 1980, when he commented that they would only play together again “when Hell freezes over”. Recorded at the Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California for an MTV special, the live sessions produced eleven tracks for the album, including a new acoustic version of “Hotel California”.
Return to 'Giant'Return to 'Giant' · 1996
Return to 'Giant'
6.71996
MovieDocumentary
In the summer of 1955, an army of cameramen, lighting techs and movie stars descended on the small, west Texas town of Marfa to film what has become, "the national movie of Texas."
Eagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from MelbourneEagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from Melbourne · 2005
Eagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from Melbourne
8.12005
MovieMusic
The show features some great light and sound effects apart from the great music that Eagles is renowned for. The 'five-part' harmony song, "Hole in the World" elicits a great crowd participation with the audience providing a 'clap rhythm' as the band sings. The song "Life's Been Good" features some antics by Joe Walsh and Frey with them staging a mock rivalry on stage and the latter having a hearty laugh at the former. The song also features a 'helmet cam' session where the crowd gets to see what the camera on Walsh's helmet points at. Also, the songs "The Boys of Summer" and "Hotel California" feature the first officially documented use by the Eagles of a drum machine in a live performance; in particular, during "Hotel California", a pre-programmed track is used to simulate the muted guitar strums which provide a steady beat on the original studio recording of the song, and which are absent from all of the previous live performances of it.
Eagles: Live at The Summit, Houston 1976Eagles: Live at The Summit, Houston 1976 · 1976
Eagles: Live at The Summit, Houston 1976
1976
MovieMusic
Setlist: Hotel California Lyin' Eyes Wasted time Take it to the limit Desparado Midnight Flyer Turn to stone Already gone One of these nights Funk #49 Good day in hell Rocky mountain way Witchy Woman James Dean The best of my love Walk away Tequila Sunrise
Don Henley - Live Inside JobDon Henley - Live Inside Job · 2000
Don Henley - Live Inside Job
6.92000
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Grammy Award winner Don Henley helped define the '70s as a member of the fabulously successful rock band The Eagles before launching an impressive solo career. On May 25, 2000, he returned to his Texas roots for a remarkable concert, recorded before an enthusiastic audience at Fair Park Music Hall in Dallas. This rock legend's live performance captures all the passion, satire and originality that fans around the world most treasure in his influential music. Songs: 01 - Dirty Laundry 02 - Sunset Grill 03 - Workin' It 04 - Takin' You Home 05 - The Boys of Summer 06- Lilah 07 - Everything is Different Now 08 - The End of the Innocence 09 - All She Wants to Do is Dance 10 - New York Minute 11 - Talking to the Moon 12 - They're Not Here They're Not Coming 13 - The Heart of the Matter 14 - Desperado - The Long Run - My Thanksgiving - Hotel California

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Eagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from MelbourneEagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from Melbourne · 2005
Eagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from Melbourne
8.12005
MovieMusic
The show features some great light and sound effects apart from the great music that Eagles is renowned for. The 'five-part' harmony song, "Hole in the World" elicits a great crowd participation with the audience providing a 'clap rhythm' as the band sings. The song "Life's Been Good" features some antics by Joe Walsh and Frey with them staging a mock rivalry on stage and the latter having a hearty laugh at the former. The song also features a 'helmet cam' session where the crowd gets to see what the camera on Walsh's helmet points at. Also, the songs "The Boys of Summer" and "Hotel California" feature the first officially documented use by the Eagles of a drum machine in a live performance; in particular, during "Hotel California", a pre-programmed track is used to simulate the muted guitar strums which provide a steady beat on the original studio recording of the song, and which are absent from all of the previous live performances of it.

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Don Henley - Live Inside JobDon Henley - Live Inside Job · 2000
Don Henley - Live Inside Job
6.92000
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Grammy Award winner Don Henley helped define the '70s as a member of the fabulously successful rock band The Eagles before launching an impressive solo career. On May 25, 2000, he returned to his Texas roots for a remarkable concert, recorded before an enthusiastic audience at Fair Park Music Hall in Dallas. This rock legend's live performance captures all the passion, satire and originality that fans around the world most treasure in his influential music. Songs: 01 - Dirty Laundry 02 - Sunset Grill 03 - Workin' It 04 - Takin' You Home 05 - The Boys of Summer 06- Lilah 07 - Everything is Different Now 08 - The End of the Innocence 09 - All She Wants to Do is Dance 10 - New York Minute 11 - Talking to the Moon 12 - They're Not Here They're Not Coming 13 - The Heart of the Matter 14 - Desperado - The Long Run - My Thanksgiving - Hotel California

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The Eagles Unplugged 1994 (The Second Night)The Eagles Unplugged 1994 (The Second Night) · 1994
The Eagles Unplugged 1994 (The Second Night)
1994
Movie
Following years of public speculation, the Eagles formally reunited in 1994, 14 years after splitting up in 1980. The ensuing tour spawned the live album, Hell Freezes Over, which debuted at number one on the Billboard album chart. It included four new studio songs, with 'Get Over It' and 'Love Will Keep Us Alive' both becoming Top 40 hits. The album - for which the live tracks were recorded at an MTV Special on April 24, 1994 - proved as successful as the tour, selling six million copies in the U.S. The following night - April 25, 1994 - the Eagles returned to Warner Brothers Studios in Burbank, CA, where they had recorded the previous night, and a second show was filmed and indeed transmitted on television. For the first time on vinyl, this release features this relaxed and quite extraordinary event in its entirety. Captured across two installments, this delightful and rare performance will prove a must have item for Eagles fans everywhere.