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

Jeff Giles — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:11:24 +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 [...]

Is This Neil Young's Last Crazy Horse Tour?

Ken Kelley — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:15:00 +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.

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

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

When Neil Young 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 [...]

Neil Young Returns to the Road in His Handmade Hybrid

Nick DeRiso — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:05:54 +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.

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

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:05:55 +0000

Neil Young was already having a pretty lousy decade when ‘This Note’s for You’ was released on April 11, 1988. It didn’t start out that awful, with the folksy ‘Hawks & Doves’ and the Crazy Horse album ‘Re-ac-tor’ in 1980 and 1981, respectively.

Neil Young Films Australian Show for Possible Concert Film

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:45:35 +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.

2013 MusiCares Tribute to Bruce Springsteen Lineup Announced

Dave Lifton — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:01:30 +0000

Back in June we reported that Bruce Springsteen had been named as MusiCares' Person of the Year for 2013. Today, the organization announced, via press release, the list of stars who will perform at this year's tribute benefit, which will be take place on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

5 Songs for Election Day 2012 [VIDEOS]

Rebecca Bratek — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 05:01:53 +0000

Music has always been used as a medium for political discourse, and so many songs can be considered anthems that inspire a nation. As November 6 (a.k.a. Election Day) approaches, you’re probably wondering what songs you should jam to while walking into the voting booth. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Just make sure you [...]

10 Songs Dedicated to Hurricane Sandy [VIDEO]

Meagan Kyla — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 04:01:11 +0000

“I’ve got chills, they’re multiplyin’ / And I’m losin’ control” This music playlist goes out to Sandy — Hurricane Sandy, that is. Feel free to make all your friends a mixtape, but be sure to seal it in a waterproof container. “Rock You Like A Hurricane” — Scorpions “Purple Rain” — Prince “The Tide Is High” — [...]

Neil Young Becomes a Twitter Sensation

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:00:52 +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.

Neil Young Hints That Buffalo Springfield Have Unfinished Business

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:08:04 +0000

Neil Young's busy 2012 was partly to blame for a planned Buffalo Springfield reunion tour falling through earlier this year, but it sounds like a get-together with Richie Furay and Stephen Stills could be moving up his priority list for 2013. In a recent interview, Young expressed regret that the '60s group never reached their potential.

Neil Young Unveils New Hi-Def Digital Music Player on 'Letterman'

Jeff Giles — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:06:53 +0000

Neil Young has been one of the mp3's most outspoken opponents for years, publicly decrying the format's sound limitations while infamously holding up his 'Archives' box set series until he could find a way to make current technology work for his music. Now he appears to be ready to put his money where his mouth is by debuting an all-new piece of hardware, dubbed the Pono.

The Global Citizen Festival Experience, as Told Through Letters [PICTURES / VIDEO]

Angela Stefano — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 17:41:15 +0000

This past Saturday (September 29), more than 60,000 people -- including myself -- packed Central Park's Great Lawn for the Global Citizen Festival, a free show featuring Neil Young and Crazy Horse, Foo Fighters, The Black Keys, Band of Horses and K'Naan with the goal of raising awareness about and ending extreme poverty across the globe.

You've Got the Wrong Armstrong! 6 People Confused Over Neil Armstrong's Death

Angela Stefano — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 04:29:36 +0000

Neil Armstong, the first man to walk on the moon, passed away yesterday (Saturday, August 25) at the age of 82. However, some people on Twitter are a little confused about just which Armstrong died, exactly.

NBC News Gaffe Cites 'Astronaut Neil Young' Death Rather Than Real Astronaut Neil Armstrong

Chad Childers — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 22:35:41 +0000

It’s easy when a story breaks to be so rushed to beat everyone else to it that a mistake can be made, but one error by NBC News had music fans wondering which part of what they read was true. The network initially reported that astronaut Neil Young had passed away, rather than Neil Armstrong.

Neil Young Confirms Voodoo Festival and Red Rocks Performances

Jeff Giles — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:50:46 +0000

As if recording a cranked-up collection of American folk standards with Crazy Horse wasn’t enough activity for one year, Neil Young is also getting ready to strap on his guitar, turn the amps up, and hit the road for a steadily expanding series of dates — including appearances at Red Rocks, the Voodoo Fest, and Outside Lands.

Neil Young Confirms Two New Crazy Horse Albums

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:21:56 +0000

Double your rock ‘n’ roll pleasure. Neil Young has finally and officially confirmed that he has two Crazy Horse albums on tap. The first record with his beloved on-again, off-again backing band is fully finished and it’s titled ‘Americana,’ while the second one is currently being fashioned.

Neil Young Angered by the Way Today's Music Sounds

Billy Dukes — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:00:07 +0000

Rock legend Neil Young doesn’t have a bone to pick with the artists of today (well, he may but he didn’t sound off about it this week) but he is upset with the quality of recordings purchased through digital retailers. “I don’t like it. It just makes me angry,” Young told MTV at the Slamdance [...]

This Week in Viral Videos: Neil Young Sings Miley Cyrus and More

Jack FM Staff — Sun, 29 May 2011 14:08:45 +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 [...]