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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.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Dylan· Tom Petty· The Band
Sounds like this from elsewhere
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

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