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Donald Hugh Henley (born July 22, 1947 in Gilmer, Texas) is drummer, singer, and songwriter with the band Eagles. Since the 80s he has had a successful solo career and has played a founding role in several causes.
Henley’s music is often social commentary. One of his more famous songs is “Dirty Laundry” (from his I Can’t Stand Still album, released in 1982). Its origins date back to 1980, when Henley was put on probation for possession of a narcotic and fined for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The ensuing media circus and on-air pundits claiming that his career was over led to the writing of the song, which continues to be an indictment against the broadcast news media. Similarly, “Johhny Can’t Read” (also from the Can’t Stand Still album), continues to resound as a commentary on the educational system.
Henley’s music is often social commentary. One of his more famous songs is “Dirty Laundry” (from his I Can’t Stand Still album, released in 1982). Its origins date back to 1980, when Henley was put on probation for possession of a narcotic and fined for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The ensuing media circus and on-air pundits claiming that his career was over led to the writing of the song, which continues to be an indictment against the broadcast news media. Similarly, “Johhny Can’t Read” (also from the Can’t Stand Still album), continues to resound as a commentary on the educational system.
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Re-Kramer wrote:
His voice is perfect. [3] Love all of his four solo albums!
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nitty_look wrote:
Omg! What a voice!
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Paisleyh wrote:
new york minute and sunset grill. two greats.
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CapralYasya wrote:
His voice is perfect. [2]
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d304 wrote:
all the cool cats go miaow for don
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Phlunked wrote:
Many a day in my truck back when god knows when listening to this...
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pslovak wrote:
oh,,,,how I love this song...I'm a boy of summer too
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McCoyMcFlyer wrote:
The fro! :D
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Tango1986 wrote:
The Heart Of The Matter <3 [2]
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forbiddenmk wrote:
The Heart Of The Matter ♥
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LastBanshi wrote:
The Boys of Summer
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The Boys Of Summer
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Trippedonacloud wrote:
Just Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Macsnet wrote:
I cordially greet the dear listeners of this wonderful music ...
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Gaffes wrote:
His voice is perfect. Than he is a big drummer, a big songwriter... and maybe one of the best musicians of all time.
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Kissandra wrote:
Don Henley rules
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Claudiar71 wrote:
Boys Of Summer still makes me cry after all these years!
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deenichelle08 wrote:
Love Sunset Grill! It always puts me in a relaxed mood.
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Musicboehmy wrote:
Don is the winner of week #23 and is now a member in our HALL OF FAME. Please take a look at my Group „Singer-Songwriter of the week“ Link is http://www.last.fm/group/Singer-Songwriter+of+the+Week Here can you vote for songwriter each week and so we created a Hall Of Fame.....
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