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Actual Miles: Henley's Greatest Hits

Don Henley · 1995

73 min · 13 tracks · country

A reflective blend of rock and country, underscored by poignant lyrics and Henley's distinctive voice.

Why this album works

'Actual Miles' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and being certified double platinum, solidifying Henley's place in popular music. The album's tracks are noted for their exploration of themes like love, loss, and societal issues, making it influential within the rock genre during the mid-90s.
Career context
By 1995, Don Henley was well-established as a solo artist after his successful debut in 1984 with 'I Can't Stand Still' and the acclaimed 'The End of the Innocence' in 1989. 'Actual Miles: Henley's Greatest Hits' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of his solo career, offering fans a compilation of his most impactful songs amid a time when he was shifting focus to new projects.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dirty Laundry Standout 5:36
  • 2 The Boys of Summer Standout 4:47
  • 3 All She Wants to Do Is Dance 4:30
  • 4 Not Enough Love in the World 3:54
  • 5 Sunset Grill 6:29
  • 6 The End of the Innocence Standout 5:14
  • 7 The Last Worthless Evening 6:04
  • 8 New York Minute 6:32
  • 9 I Will Not Go Quietly 5:41
  • 10 The Heart of the Matter 5:21
  • 11 The Garden of Allah 7:04
  • 12 You Don’t Know Me at All 5:36
  • 13 Everybody Knows 6:08

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