Live at the Cellar Door
Neil Young · 2013
45 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A poignant collection of acoustic renditions that encapsulate Young's introspective songwriting and emotional depth.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its intimate portrayal of Young's early career, presenting songs that would become classics in the rock canon. It has received positive critical reception, highlighted by its inclusion in various year-end lists and reaffirming Young's influence on subsequent generations of musicians. Additionally, it showcases the evolution of his lyrical themes and musical style.
- Best for
- steady acoustic journey throughout introspective reflections on life poignant moments of vulnerability
- Context
- Released in late 2013, 'Live at the Cellar Door' captures Neil Young during a period of retrospective exploration, following his 2012 album 'Psychedelic Pill.' This live recording from 1970 showcases his early solo work, emphasizing the rawness and simplicity that define his artistic vision. The album serves as a reminder of Young's enduring legacy as a folk-rock icon.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alanis Morissette· Green Day· Yoko Ono· Frank Zappa· No Doubt· Iggy Pop· Swans· Cake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tell Me Why 2:52
- 2 Only Love Can Break Your Heart 3:13
- 3 After the Gold Rush Standout 3:48
- 4 Expecting to Fly 3:21
- 5 Bad Fog of Loneliness 2:00
- 6 Old Man Standout 3:41
- 7 Birds 2:19
- 8 Don't Let It Bring You Down 2:38
- 9 See the Sky About to Rain 3:21
- 10 Cinnamon Girl 3:29
- 11 I Am a Child 2:43
- 12 Down by the River Standout 4:24
- 13 Flying on the Ground Is Wrong 7:11
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