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Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Black Sabbath + Others Fight Poverty with Concert Tickets

Jeff Giles — Thu, 02 May 2013 16:59:24 +0000

Poverty afflicts so many people that it can feel like it’s impossible to make a difference — but like any huge problem, the most effective solutions involve the efforts of many, and that’s where programs like the Global Citizen Tickets Initiative come in. Spearheaded by Pearl Jam manager Kelly Curtis and Hugh Evans, the chief [...]

Neil Young, 'Rockin' in the Free World' – Lyrics Uncovered

Nick DeRiso — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:10:14 +0000

When Neil YoungÂ performed ‘Rockin in the Free World’ for the first time on February 21, 1989, in Seattle, the song was just hours old. In fact, Crazy Horse guitarist Frank ‘Poncho’ Sampedro claimed that most of the band didn’t even know the song when they first played it. The song — featured on Young’s 18th [...]

Is This Neil Young's Last Crazy Horse Tour?

Ken Kelley — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:23:00 +0000

In an extensive interview with Rolling Stone, Crazy Horse guitarist Frank 'Poncho' Sampedro expresses some concerns that Crazy Horse's current tour with Neil Young may be their last.

25 Years Ago: Neil Young's 'This Note's for You' Album Released

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:21:55 +0000

Neil Young was already having a pretty lousy decade when â€˜This Noteâ€™s for Youâ€™ was released on April 11, 1988. It didnâ€™t start out that awful, with the folksy â€˜Hawks & Dovesâ€™ and the Crazy Horse album â€˜Re-ac-torâ€™ in 1980 and 1981, respectively. But things quickly took a turn for the worst, first with the [...]

Neil Young Returns to the Road in His Handmade Hybrid

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:18:54 +0000

Neil Young is back on the road again -- but instead of working with Crazy Horse or Buffalo Springfield, he's tooling around in his handmade fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle, called the Lincvolt. He's even blogging about the journey, which has included stops at California's Joshua Tree National Park and the Imperial Sand Dunes.

45 Years Ago: Buffalo Springfield And Eric Clapton Busted In Topanga Canyon

Dave Swanson — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:47:06 +0000

On March 20, 1968, a genuine rock and roll all star bust went down. At the home of then girlfriend of Stephen Stills, nestled in the legendary Topanga Canyon of California, members of Buffalo Springfield were getting a little out of hand.

Neil Young Films Australian Show for Possible Concert Film

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:31:35 +0000

It's almost always impossible to predict just what Neil Young is going do next -- but for once, we might have a small clue. The elusive, iconoclastic rock legend has been on tour with Crazy Horse in Australia, and according to a new report, he filmed one of the dates Down Under for a forthcoming concert film.

Neil Young + Crazy Horse to Perform Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert

Dave Lifton — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:52:20 +0000

Wanting to do his part to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy, Neil Young has announced that, on Dec. 6, he and Crazy Horse will play a benefit concert at the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa in Atlantic City, N.J. “Come on down here and join in the relief effort,” Young said about the show, [...]

Stephen Stills Frustrated With Neil Young Over Buffalo Springfield Tour Cancellation

Dave Lifton — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:27:30 +0000

The inability of Neil Young to stay committed to a musical idea has been part of his charm throughout his career, but to his infrequent bandmate Stephen Stills it's maddening. In a new interview, Stills opens up about the damage Young did by walking away from the Buffalo Springfield reunion tour that was scheduled to take place in 2012.

Neil Young Becomes a Twitter Sensation

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:18:18 +0000

Legendary rocker Neil Young might not be the first guy you'd think of in terms of social media trendsetters, and with cheerful little ditties like 'The Needle and the Damage Done,' he might not make anyone's list of the funniest guys in the music business, either. But the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer proved to be both on Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 24), when he took to Twitter for an hour-long online chat that displayed his unusual sense of humor, becoming a worldwide trending topic in the process.

2012 Bridge School Benefit Concert to Be Available as Online Pay-Per-View

Jeff Giles — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:23:48 +0000

For more than a quarter of a century, the Bridge School Benefit Concert spearheaded by Neil Young has been a highlight of the San Francisco Bay Area's concert calendar -- but this year, you'll be able to join in the fun even if you don't happen to live in the area.

Did Neil Young Almost Cause the 'Pistol Annies' to Pee Their Pants?

Jeff Easterling — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 19:53:38 +0000

Neil Young quoted the “Pistol Annies” in his new book, and the girls freaked out, and almost pee’d their pants. We all appreciate hearing that someone likes what we do, but it means even more to you if it comes from someone that you really respect. Neil has a new book out titled “Waging Heavy [...]

Neil Young, John Mellencamp + More Turn Out for Farm Aid 2012

Jeff Giles — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:26:14 +0000

At 22 years and counting, Farm Aid is one of the longest-running rock festivals around — but as far as co-founder Willie Nelson is concerned, the fact that the show still exists is actually something of a disappointment. “Iâ€™m very sorry that we have to be here, because this problem should have been solved many [...]

Paul McCartney, Neil Young, Crazy Horse to Perform at MusiCares Event

Shauna Wright — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:00:55 +0000

Paul McCartney will be honored as the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year at a special event on Feb. 10.

Top 10 Neil Young Love Songs

Matt Wardlaw — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:30:26 +0000

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Neil Young love songs at their best — and they're usually pretty great — reveal his particular talent for using words to illustrate the many different emotional sides of a romantic relationship. From heartbreak to happiness, Young has captured the familiar romantic plotline

This Week in Viral Videos: Neil Young Sings 'Party in the USA' and More

Jon Michaels — Mon, 30 May 2011 15:01:14 +0000

This week saw a variety of viral videos, from a nostalgic flip book to celebrity cameo appearances ... even ninja references. (hi-yah!)

Leading the bunch is the 'Late Night' video of Jimmy Fallon singing Miley Cyrus' 'Party in the USA,' using a distinct, perfected impersonation. We realize nothing could beat the all-too-catchy original, but this version is pretty good competition.

See what other viral videos we picked as our favorites this week.

Presenters Revealed For Rock Hall Inductions

Jon Michaels — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:45:34 +0000

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has revealed who will induct the Class of 2011: Alice Cooper will be inducted by Rob Zombie. Neil Diamond will be inducted by Paul Simon. DR. John will be inducted by John Legend. Darlene Love will be inducted by Bette Midler. Tom Waits will be inducted by Neil [...]