What makes After Hours by Glenn Frey notable?

This album marks Frey's return to music after a prolonged absence, showcasing his versatility and maturity as an artist. It received positive reviews for its lush arrangements and emotional depth, reinforcing Frey's status as more than just a rock icon but also a capable interpreter of classic standards. After Hours is Glenn Frey's fifth solo album, released in 2012, well after the Eagles' reunion and his prior solo successes. At this point in his career, he was exploring a more intimate sound, leaning heavily into jazz and adult contemporary themes as a departure from his rock roots established in the 1970s.

Who is After Hours for?

After Hours works well if you're into warm vocals for evening relaxation, steady pacing for quiet moments and smooth background for intimate gatherings.

How many songs are on After Hours?

After Hours has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

After Hours

Glenn Frey · 2012

48 min · 14 tracks · pop rock

A heartfelt amalgamation of jazz standards and classic pop that reflects on love, loss, and nostalgia.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Shadow of Your Smile — Freys's rendition captures the poignant essence of longing through understated vocals paired with lush instrumentation, illustrating the emotional weight of the song.
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Here's to Life — This track stands out for its reflective lyrics and celebratory tone, encapsulating themes of gratitude and personal reflection that resonate throughout the album.
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Route 66 — Frey's take on this classic is infused with warmth and nostalgia, offering a fresh yet respectful homage to the original while showcasing his signature vocal style.
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Caroline, No — This cover highlights Frey's ability to deliver emotive storytelling through music, with a haunting arrangement that enhances the song's themes of loss and yearning.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

warm vocals for evening relaxation
steady pacing for quiet moments
smooth background for intimate gatherings
nostalgic storytelling through familiar standards

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: After Hours is Glenn Frey's fifth solo album, released in 2012, well after the Eagles' reunion and his prior solo successes. At this point in his career, he was exploring a more intimate sound, leaning heavily into jazz and adult contemporary themes as a departure from his rock roots established in the 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors: Don Henley· Jackson Browne· James Taylor

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Here's to Life

The final verse shifts to a tone of acceptance and celebration, acknowledging both triumphs and failures in life.

Tracklist

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

1 For Sentimental Reasons 3:05
2 My Buddy 3:47
3 The Good Life 2:26
4 Route 66 3:00
5 The Shadow of Your Smile 4:29
6 Here's to Life 5:34
7 It's Too Soon to Know 2:45
8 Caroline, No 4:02
9 The Look of Love 3:35
10 I'm Getting Old Before My Time 3:46
11 Worried Mind 2:49
12 I Wanna Be Around 2:20
13 Same Girl 3:06
14 After Hours 3:58

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