On this day, November 19, 1984, Don Henley released his second solo album, Building the Perfect Beast. Featuring iconic hits like “The Boys of Summer” and “All She Wants to Do Is Dance,” the album showcased Henley’s talent for blending rock with introspective and socially conscious lyrics.
The album peaked at #13 on the Billboard charts in the US and climbed to #4 in Australia, earning critical and commercial success. Building the Perfect Beast solidified Henley’s reputation as a solo artist beyond his work with the Eagles.
Do you think this album rivals his work with the Eagles? What’s your favorite track from Building the Perfect Beast?
The album peaked at #13 on the Billboard charts in the US and climbed to #4 in Australia, earning critical and commercial success. Building the Perfect Beast solidified Henley’s reputation as a solo artist beyond his work with the Eagles.
Do you think this album rivals his work with the Eagles? What’s your favorite track from Building the Perfect Beast?