Definitely, Neil Young is very prolific! Like Bob Dylan or Van Morrison, the “Loner” refuses to silence his creativity. On June 19, a new album, Homegrown, will reveal some magnificent compositions, dating from the mid-70s.
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This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the very rich discography of Canadian genius. Here is a selection of ten titles, not necessarily the best known, but all magnificent. And there are others !
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1. Try
First extract from the upcoming album, Homegrown. Acoustic and fragile, we love Neil Young.
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2. Give me strengh
A poignant ballad, recorded in 1976, which sounds like a prayer where Neil Young asks for sufficient strength to move forward. He was answered!
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3. Peace trail
In 2018, Neil Young and his group appear in a completely crazy Netflix film, Paradox. They perform some wonderful songs, like Peace trail.
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4. Downtown
In 1995, Neil Young joined forces with the grunge superstars Pearl Jam and delivered some furious and melodic titles.
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5. Love and war
Extract from a very unusual album, Le Noise, where Neil Young accompanies himself on the electric guitar.
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6. Revolution Blues
In this chilling title inspired by Charles Manson, Neil Young is more disturbing than ever.
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7. Will to love
A poetic and ethereal piece, where Neil Young sounds like a ghost.
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8. Who’s gonna stand up?
A poignant ecological hymn supported by an entire orchestra.
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9. Out of my mind
This dreamy and fragile song must be found in Buffalo Springfield’s first album, released in January 1967. It was in this group that Neil Young got his start.
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10. This note’s for you
In 1988, Neil Young became a soul reviewer and wrote this satirical title which criticizes MTV culture.
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