I found your channel about three months ago and have fallen in love with you two. And at 67 years old, you are taking me on such a great ride down memory lane. As you discover for the first time such great classics, you pull me back into my past. Thank you for being you!
Same here except it annoys me how they keep pausing and interupting the songs.. I really wish they would leave their reactions and comments till after the songs have finished
Yeah , I'm 55 years old soon. It's always a true pleasure to see younger people take in music from the past or our youth, no matter what genre it is. That's the power of music and arts, it doesn't matter what age people are. Just have an open heart and feel the vibes, than we can overcome everything in life ;) .
I saw him at Farmaid in 2002. A completely acoustic set with just Neil, guitar, piano and harmonica. One of the best concert experiences I’ve ever had… and I’ve had A LOT.
I am happy to had the chance to see him once in Köln(cologne) in germany several years ago. Man what an experience. What i realy liked, was the mixture of the people at the concert... And yea it was a realy great experience....i happy to have seen several of those legends live...its such a good memory...
This is one of my favorite songs ever. You should hear "Our House" or Suite; Judy Blue Eyes." Amber-if you like hippy music, this is it! There is a song on the album about their time at Woodstock. It's called "Woodstock."
normally don't care for live versions, but this was a knockout. so soft, but intense at the same time. He has a high timbre twangy voice that is uniquely him. luv luv this.
When I was in college I learned to finger-pick his song 'The Needle and the Damage Done.' Since I'm not really musical, I did it by memory with a friend teaching me. To this day, it's the only song I can actually play on acoustic guitar. You should definitely follow the rabbit hole. I don't think you realized he was in the Buffalo Springfield when you reacted to 'For What It's Worth' (hey, children, what's that sound ...). He was with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young for many fantastic songs.
and yet another one of my favorites.. the needle and the damage done.. think I'm going to have to listen to that now too! Love these suggestions, bringing back memories for me!
..same, I taught myself that song, noodling around one day, I thought...' hey, that sounds like TNATDD from Neil, Voila! nimps. great tune to play, sounds so good.
This song was number one on the charts in the USA and Canada in 1972. he was in groups like Buffalo Springfield or Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. He is one of the most influential artists in American popular music. He has released more than forty albums and has played all the sticks of music, folk, rock. hard rock. Recommended songs, "Helpless", "Harvest Moon", "Like A Hurricane", "Comes A Time", "Hank To Hendrix" "The Needle And The Damage Done", Rockin' In The Free World" etc. Saludos y me suscribo.
esas canciones son bastante tipicas, deberias haber recomendado southern man, ambulance blues o powderfinger, entre muchas otras que tiene el gran neil young, uno de mis artistas favoritos, fácilmente tiene 100 canciones que son obras maestras
Neil is a musical genius. I saw him in concert and he gets lost in his music and brings you with him on that journey. Please listen to Sugar Mountain, Down By The River, Cinnamon Girl, Cowgirl In The Sand.
This clip is from Neil Young performing in 1971 live on the British Broadcasting Corporation. Neil Young has such a deep and varied body of work over the last 52 years, his first album was released in 1969. So many good songs to pick from: Down By The River, Cinnamon Girl, Southern Man, L:ike A Hurricane (my personal favorite), Hey, Hey, My, My (Into The Black), Powderfinger, This Note's For You. Check out his appearances over the years at Farm Aid. Neil's music varies from acoustic guitar songs like this live performance, to straight up country music, to guitar-driven hard rock.
Great recommendations. Let me also suggest After the Goldrush and +1 to Down By the River. Tonight's the Night is another one for the list. And also explore Crosby Stills Nash and Young (CSNY).
Neil Young is an incredible musical artist, songwriter and human being. He is still making great music today. The more you look into his body of work, the more that you will find your inner self as he touches your soul. I would highly recommend not only his acoustic stuff but also his electric stuff like "You are like a Hurricane," "Rockin' in the Free World," "Ohio," and others. In a quieter vein, check out "Long May You Run." You will not be disappointed. "Barn" is his latest album. Recorded in an historic barn that he restored in Colorado. I love the man and his music.
Neil Young is a national treasure in Canada. 💯 He's also an electric guitar god so you have to play those as well. Any song on his 1969 album "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere" will do. My favorite song: "Cowgirl In The Sand". The solos on this song will make you weak in the knees.
There it is!! My favorite Neil Young song EVER! I was looking through the comment to see if anyone else would request it instead of all the played out radio “hits” people usually request, and you nailed it spot on! “Cowgirl In The Sand” is just an awesome track all around, and really showcases his unique guitar playing for a proper rock song instead of another slow ballad (though his ballads are always amazing!) and much more pronounced than something constructed to be short and concise like “Cinnamon Girl” which is great, but as simplistic as “Wild Thing” by The Troggs.
Never liked Neil Young or CSNY when I was a kid. It took me growing up and getting older to appreciate just how great they were and how Neil Young is magic.
Young wrote this in 1971 after he suffered a back injury that made it difficult for him to play the electric guitar, so on the Harvest tracks he played acoustic. Despite the injury, Young was in good spirits (possibly thanks to the painkillers), which is reflected in this song. The next few years were more challenging for Young, as he suffered a series of setbacks: His son Zeke was born with cerebral palsy, his friend Danny Whitten died, and he split with his girlfriend, Carrie Snodgress. Can you please react to Cinnamon girl by Neil Young
RSR family: His "Cinnamon Girl" and "Southern Man" are next for you! This song recorded was not long after his time with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Single released January 1972, before the album 'Harvest' came out in July 1972. Eric Clapton's "Layla" on 'Unplugged' is terrific!
the harmonica here adds a melancholy feel to the song. this was part of one of the best albums to come out in the 1970's "Harvest". It is just one big hit after another. it included the song you reviewed "old man" and it also has a song most will not check out but it is a very important song called "The needle and the damage done".
It's so nice that you included the intro here. The way he's just messing around with the harmonica and having fun with it in the intro just disarms you and leaves you unprepared for how emotional the actual harmonica playing is in the song itself.
Great one from Neil, who you can not categorize.Here are the songs showing his versatility and greatness; Like a Hurricane,Southern Man,Like a Hurricane, Harvest Moon, The Needle And The Damage Done,Hey Hey My My,And Mr. Soul. Many more by this legend among legends!
Neil Young is known for his individualism. One musical path he explored for years that confused many of his earlier fans is when in the 80's he explored electronica including synthesizers, extreme feedback, and vocal processing. One of his more beautiful songs of his 'Trans' period was "Transformer Man'. It would make a great reaction video. The lyrics are pure Neil Young but hearing it performed in an 80's electronic dance music style is startling!
The ranch Neil talks about is near a little town called Sky Londa in the Santa Cruz mountains of California. One of the best concerts I ever attended was Neil Young headlining a small auditorium venue in Santa Cruz during his harvest tour... Neil had broken off of his old group CSNY and fortunate for us all he put on a wonderful concert that included guest appearances by David Cosby, Graham Nash joined Neil for a couple of tunes (Stephen Stills was in England attending a wedding). I've attended hundreds of concerts in my time - from the headliners like the Beach Boys, Billy Joel, Joni Mitchell, the Eagles, Janis Joplin, Santana, Doobie Brothers, Bee Gees, Grateful Dead, Earth Wind and Fire to many of the lessor known bands like Dan Hicks, Paul Butterfield and Little Feat... and I would say Neil Young was probably in the top five. Thanks for the chance to revisit memory lane.
My favourite Neil Young & Crazy Horse song is 'Cortez The Killer' which really showcases his ability to convey emotion with his electrified music and still shows his story-telling ability.
The studio version of Cortez the Killer is OK, but the live version from Farm Aid 2017 is better. It has superb-quality audio and visuals: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jLuuCYxw8fA.html
Neil Young was singing about "getting old" when he was 27 years old when he released Heart of Gold on his 4th album Harvest. Such a beautiful song, timeless. Another Canadian gem, he is a unique singer-songwriter and his keening voice cant be copied.
I really want to share with you, my FAVORITE reactors, how much Heart of Gold means to me. A dear friend of mine loved the song and we always played it when we hung out at our favorite little bar. He was a wonderful friend whom I claimed as a brother. Heartbreakingly, he found life too hard at 22 and left us. The day I found out was so awful and when my husband and I retired for the night, I looked to the next room and saw him sitting in my chair. He turned his head toward me and said, “It’s okay, [my name].“ This song is my eternal remembrance of him. I hope you found your heart of gold, my friend.
Hi guys, I just wanted to say I love Neil Young, his music can be very soothing, and he can rock harder than a rock. Also, I am not sure if I have ever commented before but seeing you guys react to music I love has been quite an emotional journey for me. I love you both. I know you don’t even know me and it’s weird saying that and if I hadn’t drank all this screwball whiskey I might not have posted this at all-but listen, keep the videos coming; I freakin luv ya guys. Edit- Check out “Like a Hurricane”, “Cortez the Killer,” “Hey Hey My My into the Black,” “Rockin in the Free World,” “Cinnamon Girl,” and “Wrecking Ball.” Those are some of his best.
Neil is probably the greatest chameleon of all. Actually y'all just did a Wiilie Nelson reaction, Neil and Willie have a duet called "Are there anymore real Cowboys".
I agree, the harmonica is such an emotional instrument. It sounds like a voice without the words, just the emotion, breathe in and breathe out. Very raw and immediate. Nobody does it better than Neil. I think his song, "Comes a Time" would rocket straight into your beautiful hearts. ALSO!! For a completely different and equally awesome side of Neil Young, check out "Cinnamon Girl" from his Rust Never Sleeps tour! You'll be blown away! Peace :)
I have always loved Neil Young! My late brother did, too. At his funeral, only Neil Young's songs were played. No other music. It was beautiful, and very emotional.
I saw Neil solo at an opera house. He started on an acoustic with harmonica then moved to a baby grand piano and ended up putting some shades on with electric guitar (old black) and electronic drums and effects. One of my favorite shows.
This man is so talented!! He is like a Picasso of rock, country, folk and he speaks his mind, his experiences his truths. He can come up with songs like they slapped him in the face and had to sing about it!!!!! You name it man, great artist, father and helps those he need it!!! Keep on rocking in the free world guys!!!
Neil was born in Canada. He rose to fame with Buffalo Springfield and the Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young before his solo career. He's lived for years on a ranch near Santa Barbara, writing his songs and letting the world go by
Fantastic. As others have suggested, Rockin' in the Free World is a must; I would suggest the live performance from Live 8 which features many other Canadian legends. And I also suggest another Canadian that plays wonderful harmonica and guitar, AND has a fabulous voice. Jim Cuddy (band is Blue Rodeo). So many great songs but Bad Timing is a favorite for the harmonica.
Absolutely love Neil Young! Amber, if you'd like more harmonica, please listen to Johnny Cash Orange Blossom Special. Amazing song! You should listen to the live version at San Quentin, or watch a really fun performance with him and Roy Clark. Loads of fun! The studio version is great as well, but the live performance is just so much more interesting.
I went to Neil Young's one-man concert and was blown away. He played acoustic guitar, harmonica, pipe organ, and more. What a talent and such an emotional voice. It's beautiful and cuts me deep. Such great songs. He's a genius!
Waaaay back in the day, when little Raymie first turned on the radio, this was my first favorite song! I recall my older sister yelling from her room, "Ray, Heart of Gold is on the radio!!' And I'd run my little butt off so as to not miss any of it! Thanks for the memory!!
I love your first reactions to this musical genius. Many years ago I had the chance to see him a few times in concert. His magnetism and charisma is off the charts. I swear that if you set him into a crowd of 2000 people, within ten minutes most people would find themselves, somehow, staring at him.
Seen him in concert many times he played a different instrument for every different song he played most talented musician ever truly like you said a one man band
What a talent Neil is! The man can sing, play the guitar, play the harmonica at the same time, while tapping his foot. And his lyrics have such meaning. Wow! React to Neil singing "Harvest Moon" - a very sweet song.
For me, his voice is somewhat of an acquired taste, but the man is, in fact, a poet. If you have not yet reacted to the song Melissa by The Allman Brothers, there is an MTV Unplugged version that is exquisite.
To really understand the diversity of Neil Young you should react to some of his 70's, 80's & 90's live performances. Check out My My Hey Hey (Into the Black) live in 91. A very different side of that unique voice and artist.
The Needle and the Damage Done is one you two would appreciate. Also, with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Helpless and Ohio are a must. Comes a Time is a great country tune. For his electric stuff, Cortez the Killer and Powderfinger are awesome, but anything from the 70s or 90s is great
As you have probably already read in the comments, Neil Young has a lot of great music. For me two of my favorite Neil Young songs are "Harvest Moon" and the song at the end of the movie "Philadelphia". I can't remember the name of the song from the movie but it is really beautiful and touching. Both songs can make you cry for different reasons.
That laidback vibe of everyone sittng around casual listening to someone strum an acoustic guitar was very, very late sixties-early seventies. This song was a huge radio hit in the early 1970s.
First, GO BENGALS!!! Nice to see the sweatshirt (I'm from Columbus). Neil Young is a national treasure. I'd suggest hearing the title cut from his album After The Gold Rush. The album is poetic, artistic and downright beautiful. I saw a documentary on Rick James recently I believe on Showtime. Neil Young and Rick James were in a band together in the 60's and were signed by Motown. The band never really took off, but quite an interesting fact. Neil Young and Stephen Stills were also in a group called Buffalo Springfield and their song, For What It's Worth, is a definite must hear. Billy Porter released a cover of it recently, the anti-violence protest message still resonates today. I'd suggest checking out both For What It's Worth and the song After the Gold Rush, I think you'll enjoy both.
Organic, authentic and genuine.. Three very basic but rare descriptions of a musician. Certainly in today's "artist" these words, fit Neil Young like a fine custom fit suit..
The lyric: I don't think what he's looking for is necessarily another person, or a mate. I think the Heart Of Gold is a kind of purity of spirit - like, integrity; the ability to love unconditionally; and the whole-hearted embrace of all of life. We look for that stuff in ourselves, as much as in others.
Great review/reaction, great performance, great song -- thanks for sharing your experience of watching Neil Young's live concert performance of "Heart of Gold." Oh yeah ... great harmonica!
Great one guys. He covered a lot of genres of music. This is not unique here, you only have too listen to Bob Dylan's first 3 albums which are all acoustic guitar and harmonica, he was a huge influence on Neil Young. Even Young going electric was an influence of Dylan on his career. I saw the first comment here about "After The Gold Rush" please react to it, a really really good song and a great album of the same title.🎄🦌☮️✌️💕
Definitely a Bob Dylan influence, but then again Dylan influenced literally a who's who when it comes to songwriters. Look at a Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen or John Mellencamp. Plus, I believe it was Woody Guthrie who inspired Bob to write songs and take up the guitar.
@@matthewdrake4385 Don't forget about The Beatles, especially John Lennon. The Beatles were on their first US tour in the summer of 64.They we're in NYC in August and Dylan wanted too meet them. They were staying at the Delmonico hotel and Dylan went to meet them up in their suite and he brought along his good friend marijuana and turned them on for the first time. There are some funny stories told by Paul, George and Ringo about this encounter but my favorite one is by John I think from his last big interview with Playboy magazine released 7 days before his death. He said Dylan rolled up to him and said "I really dig that line I get high in I Want To Hold Your Hand" John told him we are actually saying "I can't hide" Dylan was bummed. I love that one. Their next lp " Beatles For Sale " released on December 2, 1964 less than 3 months after that encounter you could hear John doing Dylan too the tee on "I'm A Loser" where John said "I'm doing Dylan better than Dylan on that one" After this one Dylan's stamp was all over many of John's songs. Paul a little here and there but not so much. ☮️✌️💕
Lennon and George, I could see more of a Dylan influence, compared to Paul and Ringo. Plus George worked with Bob in the Traveling Willburys. Like I mentioned, influenced everyone over the past 60 years. Beatles, James Taylor, Paul Simon, Jim Croce, Don McLean, John Denver, John Fogerty, you get the idea.
@@matthewdrake4385 Yes indeed, George was the one who brought in a copy of "The Free Wheeling Bob Dylan" for the other three too listen too. They proceeded too wear out several copies out. John and George really freaked out. During The Hard Days Night period and even up through "Help" John was everywhere wearing that little hat like Dylan did on his first album. George was in LA recording his "Cloud Nine" Lp with Jeff Lynne when he rang up Dylan and asked if they could use his studio to record a couple of numbers. You probably know the details, this is when the wheels started to turn in George's head about forming a band. The concept of the Wiburys was George's idea. I don't think too this day that we can fully gauge the impact that The Beatles and Dylan had on popular music and culture too this day.
Interesting fact too, Doug. Every member of the Beatles is in twice and every member of the Willburys are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It could be a stretch for the Willburys to go in, but if that were to happen,George and Clapton would be the only people to be in Three times. Clapton: solo, Cream and Yardbirds. George: solo, Beatles, Willburys.
I saw Neil with my brother at a solo show in Houston back in 1999. He walked out onstage surround by 4 acoustics, a piano, a calliope, and a banjo. He had the audience enthralled for 2:1/2 hours. It was a great show even though I was pretty stoned.
"Hook" by Blues Traveller. I don't think you'll be disappointed. The song has it all. Lyrics, Voice, Style, Harmonica, and Uniqueness. Also, "Blue Bayou" by Linda Rondstat for another Female Friday suggestion.
Love "Blue Bayou!" What an awesome voice. I also want to pitch CSNY (Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young). It's about as hippy dippy as they come...and really fantastic.
Seen Neil Young and he was sitting in an easy chair with a rack full of different types of guitars and banjos... he would say "hey, you wanna hear this one?" And he would play a couple of songs and then say "hey let's ck out this one!" And play a couple more... all were hits.
