NEIL YOUNG - AFTER THE GOLD RUSH 12" Vinyl LP Album

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The album: "NEIL YOUNG - After the Gold Rush FOC Gatefold" was produced by: Neil Young & David Briggs

Album cover design: Gary Burden

Album cover photography: Joel Bernstein

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Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: NEIL YOUNG - After the Gold Rush FOC Gatefold

Neil Young's Band-members, Musicians and Performers
• Neil Young — guitar, piano, harmonica, vibes, lead vocals

  Neil Young, born: Neil Percival Young, born on 12 November 1945, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, is a legendary singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Renowned for his distinctive voice, poetic lyrics, and versatile musical style, Neil Young has established himself as one of the most influential and enduring musicians of his generation.

  Young's passion for music was evident from an early age. He began playing the ukulele at the age of five, and by his teenage years, he had already taken up the guitar and harmonica. Inspired by artists like Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry, he formed his first bands, The Jades and subsequently The Squires, in his early teens. These early experiences ignited Young's desire to pursue a career in music.

  In the mid-1960s, Neil Young co-founded the band Buffalo Springfield, which became a prominent part of the burgeoning folk-rock scene. Their self-titled debut album in 1966 showcased Young's songwriting skills and featured the classic track "For What It's Worth," which became an anthem for the 1960s counterculture movement. Despite internal conflicts, Buffalo Springfield released three albums before disbanding in 1968.

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  Following the breakup of Buffalo Springfield, Young embarked on a highly successful solo career that would span several decades. His debut solo album, "Neil Young," was released in 1968, and he followed it up with a string of critically acclaimed albums, including "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere" (1969), which introduced his backing band, Crazy Horse. This album featured the classic tracks "Cinnamon Girl" and "Down by the River," solidifying his reputation as a masterful songwriter and guitarist.

  Throughout the 1970s, Neil Young released a series of influential albums that showcased his musical versatility. Albums like "After the Gold Rush" (1970) and "Harvest" (1972) brought him widespread commercial success and produced timeless classics such as "Heart of Gold" and "Old Man." Young's music during this period was characterized by his introspective lyrics, melodic hooks, and his ability to effortlessly switch between acoustic folk and electric rock.

  Neil Young's career took various creative turns in the subsequent decades. He formed several different backing bands, including the country-rock-oriented Stray Gators and the hard-hitting Crazy Horse, with whom he would collaborate intermittently throughout his career. Young continued to experiment with his sound and tackle a diverse range of topics in his music, often using his platform to address social and political issues.

  Young's discography is vast and diverse, and he has released numerous critically acclaimed albums, including "Rust Never Sleeps" (1979), "Freedom" (1989), and "Harvest Moon" (1992). His willingness to explore different genres, from rock and folk to country and grunge, has solidified his status as an iconoclastic artist who refuses to be confined by conventional boundaries.

  In addition to his solo work, Neil Young has collaborated with various musicians, including Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, with whom he produced politically charged anthems like "Ohio" and "Woodstock." He has also been an advocate for environmental causes, most notably with his involvement in the annual Farm Aid concerts, which raise funds and awareness for family farmers.

  Neil Young's contributions to music have earned him numerous accolades and inductions into prestigious halls of fame, including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. His artistic integrity, unwavering commitment to his vision, and ability to connect with audiences through his honest and emotive music have made him an enduring and beloved figure in the world of rock and folk music.

  Even after decades in the industry, Neil Young remains an active musician, continually creating new music and captivating audiences with his live performances. His legacy as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist continues to inspire generations of musicians, ensuring that his influential voice will resonate for years to come.

• Danny Whitten — guitar, vocals
• Nils Lofgren — guitar, piano, vocals
• Jack Nitzsche — piano
• Billy Talbot — bass
• Greg Reeves — bass

  Greg Reeves (Full-name; Gregory Allen Reeves ) an American bass guitar player who is known for his work with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. He was born in 1948 and began playing bass guitar in the 1960s. He was a member of the band Poco, before joining Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young in 1969. He appeared on the album "Déjà Vu" which was released that year and was the band's first album as a quartet.

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  Reeves played bass guitar on the album, and his playing is featured on several of the album's most popular songs, including "Teach Your Children" and "Our House." After the album's release, he left the band to continue his solo career.

  After leaving CSNY, he worked with other artists such as Joe Cocker and Diana Ross and released solo albums. He is not as well known as other musicians of his era and his contributions to the music industry are not as extensively covered as many others. However, his bass playing on "Déjà Vu" is considered to be one of the highlights of the album and his contributions to the band's sound are considered to be significant.

• Ralph Molina — drums, vocals
• Stephen Stills — vocals

  Stephen Stills (Full-name; Stephen Arthur Stills , 3 June 1945) is an American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as a member of the rock band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. He was born on January 3, 1945, in Dallas, Texas, and began playing guitar at a young age. In the mid-1960s, he moved to New York City, where he formed the band Buffalo Springfield with Neil Young and others. After the band's breakup, Stills formed Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young with David Crosby, Graham Nash, and Neil Young.

  Throughout the 1970s, Stills released several solo albums, including "Stephen Stills" and "Stephen Stills 2," which featured hit songs such as "Love the One You're With" and "Change Partners." In the 1980s, he reunited with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young for several tours and albums.

  In addition to his work with CSNY, Stills has collaborated with a wide range of artists, such as Manassas, Ringo Starr, and Bonnie Raitt. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 as a member of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Stills continues to tour and record music, and continues to be a respected figure in the music industry.

• Bill Peterson — flugelhorn

Complete Track-listing of the album "NEIL YOUNG - After the Gold Rush FOC Gatefold"

The detailed tracklist of this record "NEIL YOUNG - After the Gold Rush FOC Gatefold" is:

Track-listing Side One:
1. "Tell Me Why" - 2:54
2. "After the Gold Rush" - 3:45
3. "Only Love Can Break Your Heart" - 3:05
4. "Southern Man" - 5:31
5. "Till the Morning Comes" - 1:17

Track-listing Side Two:
1. "Oh Lonesome Me" (Don Gibson) - 3:47
2. "Don't Let It Bring You Down" - 2:56
3. "Birds" - 2:34
4. "When You Dance I Can Really Love" - 4:05
5. "I Believe in You" - 3:24
6. "Cripple Creek Ferry" - 1:34