Don Henley's 'The End of the Innocence' Getting Vinyl and Digital Reissue

The acclaimed solo album will be remastered and reissued for the first time on vinyl.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:30pm

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A bold, abstract composition of angular, overlapping black and red shapes against a stark white background, conceptually representing the iconic album cover of Don Henley's 'The End of the Innocence'.The reissue of Don Henley's classic solo album will bring the acclaimed record to a new generation of listeners in high-fidelity vinyl format.Hollywood Today

Don Henley's hit 1989 solo album 'The End of the Innocence' is getting a new vinyl and digital reissue. The album, Henley's third full-length studio release, has been remastered from the original analog tapes and will be available on June 5 digitally and as a two-LP 180 gram vinyl set for the very first time.

Why it matters

The End of the Innocence is Henley's best-selling solo work, having been certified six-times Platinum by the RIAA. The reissue will allow fans to experience the album in high-quality vinyl format for the first time, introducing it to a new generation of listeners.

The details

Originally released in June 1989, The End of the Innocence debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard 200, peaking at #8. The album produced three top-40 singles, including the title track which peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as 'Heart of the Matter' and 'The Last Worthless Evening' which both reached #21.

  • The End of the Innocence reissue will be available for preorder on June 5, 2026.
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The players

Don Henley

A founding member of the iconic rock band The Eagles, Henley is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter who has found major success with his solo work, including the hit album The End of the Innocence.

UMe

The record label overseeing the reissue of The End of the Innocence on vinyl and digital formats.

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What’s next

Henley is currently busy with the Eagles, who have booked four shows on their 'The Long Goodbye Act III' tour in 2026, including stops in Atlanta, Nashville, Arlington, Texas, and Hollywood, Florida.

The takeaway

This reissue of Don Henley's acclaimed solo album The End of the Innocence will allow both longtime fans and new listeners to experience the record in high-quality vinyl format, introducing it to a new generation and cementing Henley's legacy as a seminal figure in rock music.