The End Of The Innocence, Don Henley 1989

[ReneAsologuitar]

Originally Posted by b1j

Well, Rene, I’d say the world is better off with this cover by you in it. I love where you took this song.

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Hi b1j,
Thank you so much for your beautiful comments!
You are so much appreciated, my friend!
Your kindness is overflowing on this response, and our world needs more kindness and understanding.
Respectfully,
Rene

[ReneAsologuitar]

Originally Posted by reeve21

Rene, this is a great version of my favorite Don Henley tune. I really like the laid back way you arranged it.
Evan, also a very nice cover.
I am reminded of a cover that noledog posted several years ago from one of his live shows. Worth checking out if you are a fan of the song.
Bravo to all!

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Hi Bob,
Thank you so much for the great feedback!
I am, a true fan of the song, and I have to check the noledog cover.
You are so awesome, and so much appreciated!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

[ReneAsologuitar]

Originally Posted by jricc

Real nice Rene! Peace and Happy New Year

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Ji jricc,
Thank you so much for the great comment!!!
Wishing you the best for 2023!!!
Warm regards.
Respectfully,
Rene

[ReneAsologuitar]

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Originally Posted by ReneAsologuitar

Thanks! Appreciate you listening. Yeah, piano is my first instrument, and we were lucky enough to have my parents ship us the Baby Grand I learned on as a kid to our house.

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Wow, Baby Grand in the house!!!
You must be in heaven with your parent's big baby (Grand)!!!
I would love to hear the Baby Grand under your fingers.
Maybe you have a recording you can share.
Thanks for your solid support, my friend!!!
With love and respect,
Rene

[ReneAsologuitar]

Originally Posted by Forest Dweller

Wasn't aware of this song Rene, but how lovely! I love the sentiment too. The World would be a much better place if we all accepted the truth sometimes! Although I am listening on my Mac laptop with far from stellar speakers the reverb you have used sounds amazing. Beautiful voice, as always

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Hi FD,
I am so glad to have delivered this classic to your musical ear!
Sometimes, the truth hurts, but the truth will definitely, set you free!!!
Thanks for the compliment on the reverb.
I am using a Yamaha mixer with a room reverb effect built in.
Plus my music room also adds its natural room reverb from all the acoustic instruments inside the space.
You are so awesome, and so appreciated, Forest Dweller!!!
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Rene

[superbitterdave]

Originally Posted by ReneAsologuitar

"The End of the Innocence" is the lead single and title track from Don Henley's third solo studio album of the same name, released in 1989. Henley co-wrote and co-produced the song with Bruce Hornsby, who also performed piano.

This song is dedicated to the truth. For 2023, my wish is that all peoples be granted the wisdom and the understanding to hear, see and discern the truth.

May Peace, Hope and Understanding prevail in the hearts of all peoples!!!
Love is the Greatest!!!


https://youtu.be/Qumg0GDE2r0

Hey Rene!

Great performance. You always sing with such emotion, and your guitar playing is a perfect accompaniment. What struck me is that this is a song I remember well from my college years; but as a young kid, I always honed in on the romantic imagery. Your stripped down cover had me listen to all the lyrics beyond just the chorus. Lots more here than I had remembered.

Thanks for sharing a fantastic cover and for making me re-listen as if it was the first time.

Cheers,

Dave

[ReneAsologuitar]

Originally Posted by superbitterdave

Hey Rene!
Great performance. You always sing with such emotion, and your guitar playing is a perfect accompaniment. What struck me is that this is a song I remember well from my college years; but as a young kid, I always honed in on the romantic imagery. Your stripped down cover had me listen to all the lyrics beyond just the chorus. Lots more here than I had remembered.
Thanks for sharing a fantastic cover and for making me re-listen as if it was the first time.
Cheers,
Dave

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Hi Dave,
Thank you so much for your super nice comments!
This song is a personal fav, and a special song, as I just got married and anticipating my first child.
Love your compliments.
Thanks again!!!
Warm regards,
Rene