Fork in the Road
Neil Young · 2009
99 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A raw blend of Southern rock and blues, reflecting Neil Young's contemplative spirit and environmental concerns.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- contemplative journeys through nature
- live energy enhancing familiar tracks
- thought-provoking themes for deep listening
- suitable for road trip soundtracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, drawn-out experiences
Where this album fits
- Themes
- environmental urgency· capitalist critique· personal crossroads
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'Fork in the Road' marked a period of artistic reflection for Neil Young after his earlier acclaimed album 'Chrome Dreams II.' This album showcases his continued engagement with contemporary issues, particularly environmentalism and personal introspection, positioning him as a voice of relevance in modern rock.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Sleep Through the Static by Jack Johnson — Shares a laid-back vibe while addressing environmental themes and personal introspection.Sky Blue Sky by Wilco — Explores a similar blend of Americana with contemplative lyrics on personal and societal issues.West by Lucinda Williams — Combines Southern rock influences with raw, reflective songwriting centered on personal and environmental themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 When Worlds Collide 4:14
- 2 Fuel Line 3:11
- 3 Just Singing a Song 3:31
- 4 Johnny Magic 4:18
- 5 Cough Up the Bucks 4:38
- 6 Get Behind the Wheel 3:08
- 7 Off the Road 3:22
- 8 Hit the Road 3:36
- 9 Light a Candle 3:01
- 10 Fork in the Road 5:47
Disc 2
- 1 When Worlds Collide 4:14
- 2 Fuel Line 3:11
- 3 Just Singing a Song 3:31
- 4 Johnny Magic 4:18
- 5 Cough Up the Bucks 4:38
- 6 Get Behind the Wheel 3:08
- 7 Off the Road 3:22
- 8 Hit the Road 3:36
- 9 Light a Candle 3:01
- 10 Fork in the Road 5:47
- 11 Fork in the Road (live) 5:51
- 12 Just Singing a Song (live) 4:06
- 13 Light a Candle (live) 3:04
- 14 A Day In The Life live concert video (live) 8:41
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