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Glenn Frey

rock musician

Born: Died: American

Glenn Lewis Frey (November 6, 1948 – January 18, 2016) was an American musician. He was a founding member of the rock band Eagles, for whom he was the co-lead singer and frontman, roles he came to share with fellow member Don Henley, with whom he wrote most of Eagles' material. Frey played guitar and keyboards as well as singing lead vocals on songs such as "Take It Easy", "Peaceful Easy Feeling", "Tequila Sunrise", "Already Gone", "James Dean", "Lyin' Eyes", "New Kid in Town", and "Heartache Tonight".

While Eagles were on hiatus from 1980 to 1994, Frey embarked on a successful solo career. He released his debut album, No Fun Aloud, in 1982 and went on to record Top 40 hits "The One You Love", "Smuggler's Blues", "Sexy Girl", "The Heat Is On", "You Belong to the City", "True Love", "Soul Searchin'", and "Livin' Right". As a member of Eagles, Frey won six Grammy Awards and five American Music Awards. Eagles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, the first year they were nominated. Consolidating his solo recordings and those with the Eagles, Frey had 24 Top 40 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.

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American rock musician

Glenn Frey's Historical Timeline

  1. Glenn Frey joins Eagles bandmate Don Henley on stage for the first time since 1981

    Glenn Frey joins Eagles bandmate Don Henley on stage for the first time since 1981

  2. Glenn Frey dies

    Glenn Frey, American rock musician, known for american rock musician, died on 2016-01-18. Glenn Lewis Frey (November 6, 1948 – January 18, 2016) was an American musician.

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When was Glenn Frey born?
Glenn Frey was born on 1948-01-18 (American).
What is Glenn Frey known for?
American rock musician
What historical events involved Glenn Frey?
Glenn Frey was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Glenn Frey joins Eagles bandmate Don Henley on stage for the first time since 1981, Glenn Frey dies.
When did Glenn Frey die?
Glenn Frey died on 2016-01-01.

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