Neil Young News

Neil Young's 1993 Harley-Davidson Softail on eBay

2009-11-07T00:11:00.008-04:00

Chrome DreamsIn probably one of the more astonishing news items we've ever posted, here's Neil Young's 1993 Harley-Davidson Softail on auction on eBay.We thinks this might signal a commitment to the LincVolt project.Live to ride. Motorcycle Mama. Chrome & RustPhoto by David WarringtonStory of "Somewhere On A Desert Highway" on hyperrust.org

Hangin' Backstage w/ WolfMother and Neil Young and Friends

2009-11-07T00:06:00.001-04:00

Wolfmother's Andrew Stockdale, Neil Young, Manager Elliott Roberts, Gary Burden (Photographer of CSN Porch album cover)From Wolfmother's Andrew Stockdale's Twitpic: "Here's a photo with Neil Young his manager Elliot and artist friend Gary, it was an incredible honour to be there....."Check out an awesome cover by Wolfmother of "Don't Let It Bring You Down" (Neil Young).

Jonathan Demme Interview on "Neil Young Trunk Show"

2009-11-06T06:35:00.003-04:00

Jonathan Demme interview on Neil Young Trunk Show film at Toronto Film Festival in September.Thanks Liza!From gordonandthewhale.com » Blog Archive » AFI Fest Review: NEIL YOUNG TRUNK SHOW:Demme utilizes a variety of camera angles to go along with his disjointed “scene” order. Overall, the performances are filmed up close from either the view of a lucky audience member at the front of the stage or

Comment of the Moment: "Neil Young's Imperfect Nature"

2009-11-06T04:10:00.000-04:00

The Neil Young Comment of the Moment is from "Neil Young's Imperfect Nature" by Greg M (A Friend Of Yours):Anon 1, no one should be calling you an idiot because the last several albums didn't strike a chord with you. Several of them clanked with me at first, too, even though I like them a lot now. I have some questions for you and Chris, who is also underwhelmed: Accepting that Neil can do

Comment of the Moment: Official Releases Series

2009-11-05T06:40:00.001-04:00

The Neil Young Comment of the Moment Official Releases Series (ORS) by D.I. Kertis:I've been wondering about the Official Releases Series. The thing is, I bought the Neil Young and Everybody Knows this is Nowhere remasters earlier today.They sound great-- in fact I'm listening to the former right now. These are wonderfully improved from their past versions and I'll probably be picking up After

Tweet of the Moment: "Listening to Neil Young's Live Rust and ..."

2009-11-05T06:34:00.002-04:00

View nottheword’s tweet(Note: Tweets of the Moment can be re-tweeted either within the embed above or via link in footer.)More Neil Young Tweets of the Moment in the lower right sidebar.

Fresh NYA BD Live Download Now Up - #5

2009-11-04T07:38:00.000-04:00

Another fresh NYA BD Live download is now available.We haven't pulled it yet but will do so soon. We're hearing that it's vintage Buffalo Springfield and some other goodies. We guess that sometimes the rent is always due maybe?Hopefully, this satisfies those who have been clamoring for more NYA BD Live downloads.For more on previous BD-Live downloads, see on sidebar the sticky thread on NYA

Neil Young's 17th CD Release of Year Dreamin' Man Pushed Back

2009-11-03T07:23:00.001-04:00

Last August, we reported on a new Neil Young album "Dreamin' Man" scheduled for release today, November 3. This would mark Neil's 17th CD release of the year, which includes the 10 disc Archives set, Fork in the Road, the Booker T. collaboration "Potato Hole" and reissues of Neil Young, Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere, After the Goldrush and Harvest . That Neil. Such a slacker.Now comes word

Comment of the Moment: The Difference between Art and Entertainment:

2009-11-02T21:52:00.005-04:00

Neil YoungDeja Vu Press Conference - Berlin, February, 2008In the aftermath of the 2009 Bridge School concerts there's been a lot of discussion about Neil Young's approach to recording and performing in this phase of his career. This is somewhat similar to the whole debate that raged around whether Neil following his muse was such a good idea given the critical reaction to Fork in the Road.So

Adam Sandler and Neil Young on "Powderfinger" at Bridge School Concert

2009-11-01T17:54:00.003-04:00

Adam Sandler & Neil Young on "Powderfinger" at 2009 Bridge School Benefit Concert.

Pearl Jam Closes Philly Spectrum with "Rockin' in the Free World"

2009-11-01T12:37:00.003-04:00

"Keep on "Rockin' in the Free World"Photo Gallery by Karen 0n streamlandPearl Jam closed out their 3 day stand at the Philadelphia Spectrum with Neil Young's "Rockin' in the Free World" from a concert report by Karen 0n streamland.The concert last night marked the final performance at the Philadelphia Spectrum before it is torn down to become an "sports/entertainment center".So the final music

Sunday Morning with Neil Young

2009-11-01T02:57:00.001-04:00

If you're in the Portland, Oregon area on upcoming Sunday mornings, here's something you might find of interest from Joseph Rose:Hello,I'm a journalist and long-time Neil Young fan who will be teaching a three-week class at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Portland, Oregon as part of an ongoing series on the places where God and popular culture intersect. Here's a description of the course

Boo! Happy Halloween!

2009-10-31T11:12:00.002-04:00

Boo!Which reminds us of the monster concert Neil did in Hamilton, Ontario, Oct 31, 1996 with a 24 song set that went for nearly 3 hours. Here's a report from HyperRust: Neil Days In Canada by Mark Klus a.k.a. "Powderfinger".Happy Halloween!A very cool pumpkin carving for Halloween. Here's one from Neil fans Kurt & Lisa. Thanks!The Great Pumpkin @23rd Annual Bridge School Benefit Concert

Comment of the Moment: "Neil Young's Imperfect Nature"

2009-10-31T10:06:00.003-04:00

The Neil Young Comment of the Moment is from Greg M (A Friend Of Yours regarding some recent criticism of his concerts:I can’t think of a better way to address the issue of the “imperfection” in Neil’s approach to performance standard, which after all these years a lot of people still have a hard time coming to grips with. I mean, we could go on and on and on about bent notes and off key vocals

Thoughts on Bridge School Benefit Weekend 2009

2009-10-29T06:58:00.014-04:00

Pegi & Neil YoungPhoto frame Video Highlights of Bridge School Benefit Concerts - 2009There are many, many things which strike us after attending the Bridge School Benefit shows this past weekend.There's the friends. There's the music. And then there's the kids.First, our friends.- Scott "Surfer Joe" - a real thrill to meet the editor of NYAS's Broken Arrow. Truly enjoyed catching up.- Tom on "

Highlights of Bridge School Benefit Concerts - 2009

2009-10-28T14:47:00.004-04:00

Part #1Part #2Excerpts from the 23rd annual Bridge School Benefit concerts. Support the school by downloading songs from The Bridge School Collection on iTunes. Visit www.bridgeschool.org for more information. Thanks BridgeSchooler!Also, see Bridge School Benefit Concert Reviews - 2009 and Thoughts on Bridge School Benefit Weekend 2009.

2009 Bridge School Benefit Concert Reviews

2009-10-24T09:45:00.028-04:00

UPDATE - 10/29/09: Video Highlights of Bridge School Benefit Concerts - 2009 and Thoughts on Bridge School Benefit Weekend 2009"Comes A Time" - All Bridge Performers Finale:Neil Young, No Doubt, Jimmy Buffett, Chris Martin, Sheryl Crow, Fleet Foxes, Monsters of Folk, Wolfmother, Gavin RossdalePhoto by Steve Jennings/WireImageNeil Young performs "Daddy Went Walking" with Sheryl Crow at the Bridge

In Memory of Johnny Marr: 1961 - 2009

2009-10-23T04:36:00.002-04:00

Neil Young at Bridge School Benefit Concert - 2008:10:26Photo by Johnny MarrEarlier this year, we lost a great Neil Young fan -- Johnny Marr. In the most recent issue of Broken Arrow Magazine (August 2009, #115), Editor Scott Sandie wrote a very deep heart felt obituary to the late Johnny -- truly one of the great unsung Neil fans -- who passed away so sadly at the age of 48. Scott brought

Interview with Neil Young on Bridge School Network - Part #5

2009-10-22T21:26:00.001-04:00

This week, we're re-posting the wonderful Bridge School kids interviews with Neil Young.Join the BSN network with anchors Nicole and Alex to learn the latest news from The Bridge School and the community. In this series, BSN reporter Lizzie interview a Bridge School supporter and hero, Neil Young!! Thanks BridgeSchooler!Also, see Interview with Neil Young on BSN - Part #1, Part #2 and Part #3 and

Photo of the Moment: Spooner Oldham at Farm Aid 2009

2009-10-22T06:13:00.000-04:00

Spooner Oldham @ Farm Aid 2009Photo Gallery by Todd Owyoung on ishootshows.comIt's always a delight when we catch a nice photo of one Neil Young's bandmates. Actually, they're exceedingly rare it seems. So here's a super shot of Spooner Oldham on the keyboard at Farm Aid 2009, St. Louis, Missouri, 10/4/09 (concert reviews).Thanks Todd!More of Todd's photo gallery ishootshows.com.

Blogging @ 30K'!

2009-10-22T06:08:00.003-04:00

OK, we're bloggin @ 30K ft as we wing our way west to BSB w/ Capt e2f on Virgin America w/broadband wi-fi! Pretty cool.See you @ IRF soon!Thanks for the tw shoutout e2f!

Interview with Neil Young on Bridge School Network - Part #4

2009-10-21T21:19:00.002-04:00

This week, we're re-posting the wonderful Bridge School kids interviews with Neil Young.Join the BSN network with anchors Nicole and Alex to learn the latest news from The Bridge School and the community. In this series, the BSN reporters Jack and Colin K. interview a Bridge School supporter and hero, Neil Young!! Thanks BridgeSchooler!Also, see Interview with Neil Young on BSN - Part #1, Part #2

Tribute to Neil Young: Strasburg, Virginia - 10/23/2009

2009-10-21T17:04:00.007-04:00

This Friday, October 23, the Neil Young tribute band Jeff Taylor and the Prairie Rust Band will play the historic Strasburg Theater in Strasburg, Virginia.AN EVENING with JEFF TAYLORTRIBUTE TO NEIL YOUNGFRIDAY, OCTOBER 23Show Time: 8pm-11pmTicket Price:$1018 and overFor more information, visit: www.neilyoungsoloist.com.We saw Jeff and his band earlier this summer and can highly recommend as an

Interview with Neil Young on Bridge School Network - Part #3

2009-10-20T21:16:00.002-04:00

This week, we're re-posting the wonderful Bridge School kids interviews with Neil Young.Join the BSN network with anchors Nicole and Alex to learn the latest news from The Bridge School and the community. In this series, the BSN reporters Collin P. and Raul interview a Bridge School supporter and hero, Neil Young!! Thanks BridgeSchooler!Also, see Interview with Neil Young on BSN - Part #1 and

Comment of the Moment: "Best Kept Secret"

2009-10-20T19:12:00.001-04:00

The Neil Young Comment of the Moment is from Psychic Ills and On The Beach by BIGCHIEF: Neil Young is an artist's artist.There is no conceivable way to measure his influence over the years especially in the late sixtys/early seventies in the so called 'country rock' genre. It still pains me whenever artists who were obviously influenced by Neil fail to give him his props in interviews. To me