Neil Young
Neil Young · 1968
36 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A raw blend of folk and rock steeped in introspective lyrics and haunting melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- introspective moments of solitude
- haunting melodies for quiet nights
- emotional depth in short tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party vibes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- isolation in Tulsa· folk rock emergence
- Career context
- Neil Young's self-titled debut album was released shortly after his departure from Buffalo Springfield, marking his transition to a solo artist. This 1968 release introduced Young's signature sound and lyrical depth, establishing him as a key figure in the folk rock movement.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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John Wesley Harding by Bob Dylan — Shares a similar raw folk-rock aesthetic and introspective lyricism in a stripped-back production.Blue by Joni Mitchell — Both feature haunting melodies and deeply personal lyrics, exploring themes of emotional isolation.Music from Big Pink by The Band — Combines rootsy rock with folk influences, creating an evocative atmosphere of Americana and nostalgia.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Emperor of Wyoming 2:20
- 2 The Loner 3:53
- 3 If I Could Have Her Tonight 2:22
- 4 I've Been Waiting for You 2:35
- 5 The Old Laughing Lady 5:58
- 6 String Quartet From Whiskey Boot Hill 0:57
- 7 Here We Are in the Years 3:27
- 8 What Did You Do to My Life? 2:28
- 9 I've Loved Her So Long 2:41
- 10 The Last Trip to Tulsa 9:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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