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Tuscaloosa

Neil Young · 2019

52 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock

A reflective blend of folk and rock, capturing the essence of Young's poignant storytelling and timeless melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling with peaks
  • late-night introspection and nostalgia
  • dynamic journey with emotional highs
  • for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Themes
Southern social critique· nostalgic reflections· live concert energy
Career context
Released on January 1, 2019, 'Tuscaloosa' came during Neil Young's prolific phase of revisiting classic material. This album features live recordings from his 1973 tour, showcasing a retrospective look at his enduring impact in music after decades of influential work.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Dylan· Tom Petty· The Band
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot by Wilco — Shares reflective storytelling and a blend of rock and folk with a nostalgic undertone.
Car Wheels on a Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams — Explores Southern themes with poignant lyrics and a rootsy rock sound that complements Young's style.
Southeastern by Jason Isbell — Combines personal storytelling and Southern social critique, echoing the reflective nature of 'Tuscaloosa'.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Here We Are in the Years 3:56
  • 2 After the Gold Rush 4:42
  • 3 Out on the Weekend 5:29
  • 4 Harvest 4:14
  • 5 Old Man 4:17
  • 6 Heart of Gold 3:48
  • 7 Time Fades Away 6:10
  • 8 Lookout Joe 4:59

Disc 2

  • 1 New Mama 3:01
  • 2 Alabama 3:50
  • 3 Don’t Be Denied 8:09

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