It’s not "pointless" at all. There are some really good songs on Barn - Welcome Back, They Might Be Lost, Human Race, Change Ain't Never Gonna...
Not counting Homegrown or Hitchhiker, I would agree that Neil's last truly great album was Psychedelic Pill. However, Chrome Dreams II and Le Noise are also great albums that are more recent than Living With War. There's also a lot to like on Peace Trail, The Visitor and Colorado.
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“Do not postpone happiness”
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
I want to see all of you who are dissing Barn to show me when you are 75 to 80 years old how you are kicking ass and doing top notch work. You will have one up on me, I know that. At 70 years of age, and 5 to 9 years younger than Neil and the guys, their latest work kicks my ass down the stairs, that's for sure. It will be interesting to see (though doubtful I'll be around to see it) you guys do the same at that age.
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
I want to see all of you who are dissing Barn to show me when you are 75 to 80 years old how you are kicking ass and doing top notch work. You will have one up on me, I know that. At 70 years of age, and 5 to 9 years younger than Neil and the guys, their latest work kicks my ass down the stairs, that's for sure. It will be interesting to see (though doubtful I'll be around to see it) you guys do the same at that age.
I don't see the point here.
The lyrics are still shit. (Some of) The songs cringey.
They don't have to be. Even with him being 75.
Did you hear Leonard Cohens last album? Have you heard Neil Young and Crazy Horse's Broken Arrow?
So, in this discussion I do have a one up in you. Already. Not being 75 or 80 years.
The album is, like most churned out Neil albums of late not all that good. I would still die defending Neil doing whatever he wants and his "no fucks given" attitude to fans and perfection. And defend his guitar tone. SECOND ONLY TO ACE FREHLEY'S. AM I RITE PEEPS?!?!
"Mostly I think that people react sensitively because they know you’ve got a point"
The thing that I love most about Neil is that it's his own journey and he doesn't care about anyone else's opinion. For me, Barn is a good solid late career album with some real highlights and a few clunky moments. That's fine by me. Just glad that Neil and the Horse are still around and making solid music that's worth listening to.
"...though my problems are meaningless....that don't make them go away...."
I want to see all of you who are dissing Barn to show me when you are 75 to 80 years old how you are kicking ass and doing top notch work. You will have one up on me, I know that. At 70 years of age, and 5 to 9 years younger than Neil and the guys, their latest work kicks my ass down the stairs, that's for sure. It will be interesting to see (though doubtful I'll be around to see it) you guys do the same at that age.
I don't see the point here.
The lyrics are still shit. (Some of) The songs cringey.
They don't have to be. Even with him being 75.
Did you hear Leonard Cohens last album? Have you heard Neil Young and Crazy Horse's Broken Arrow?
So, in this discussion I do have a one up in you. Already. Not being 75 or 80 years.
The album is, like most churned out Neil albums of late not all that good. I would still die defending Neil doing whatever he wants and his "no fucks given" attitude to fans and perfection. And defend his guitar tone. SECOND ONLY TO ACE FREHLEY'S. AM I RITE PEEPS?!?!
You don't need to see the point. I love the music. I am HUGELY grateful that Neil Young and Crazy Horse still walk this earth. I really don't care if you feel the same way about Barn as I do. To me, this is not a right or wrong thing. There is no definitive opinion here.
I think the lyrics are fine, sorry you don't like them.
Yes I have heard Cohen's last album. It's great. Yes, I have played Broken Arrow many times on my turn table and I love that album. I also love Barn.
I have no idea what you mean by "So, in this discussion I do have a one up in you. Already. Not being 75 or 80 years." Unless you are a hell of a lot older than I think you are, neither of us is 75 or 80 years old.
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
The thing that I love most about Neil is that it's his own journey and he doesn't care about anyone else's opinion. For me, Barn is a good solid late career album with some real highlights and a few clunky moments. That's fine by me. Just glad that Neil and the Horse are still around and making solid music that's worth listening to.
I agree with this 100%
Most albums have a clunky moment or two and that’s ok. There are certainly more highs than lows and I’ll take that.
“Do not postpone happiness”
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
Lovely song, this one. There's some really great moments on Barn and this is definitely one of them. I've really liked Colorado and Barn. Missing that Poncho element but Nils is obviously a great fit too.
"...though my problems are meaningless....that don't make them go away...."
I'm thinking of leaving it sealed and selling it to some sucker years down the road. I do have the CD after all and it sounds great. I'm sure I will break down and listen eventually.
My Massey Hall has been sitting in my son's house about an hour and a half away for the past 2 weeks. It was in stock at the B&N in the town he lives in. I ordered it online and he picked it up. I should be getting it Saturday when he comes for Christmas.
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Last "great" album was Living with War.
Not counting Homegrown or Hitchhiker, I would agree that Neil's last truly great album was Psychedelic Pill.
However, Chrome Dreams II and Le Noise are also great albums that are more recent than Living With War.
There's also a lot to like on Peace Trail, The Visitor and Colorado.
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
“Put yer good money on the sunrise”
(Tim Rogers)
Fork in the road is underrated though.
And Lenoise is really good.
The lyrics are still shit. (Some of) The songs cringey.
They don't have to be. Even with him being 75.
Did you hear Leonard Cohens last album? Have you heard Neil Young and Crazy Horse's Broken Arrow?
So, in this discussion I do have a one up in you. Already. Not being 75 or 80 years.
The album is, like most churned out Neil albums of late not all that good. I would still die defending Neil doing whatever he wants and his "no fucks given" attitude to fans and perfection. And defend his guitar tone. SECOND ONLY TO ACE FREHLEY'S. AM I RITE PEEPS?!?!
There are no kings inside the gates of eden
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
“Put yer good money on the sunrise”
(Tim Rogers)
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
“Put yer good money on the sunrise”
(Tim Rogers)
Lovely song, this one. There's some really great moments on Barn and this is definitely one of them. I've really liked Colorado and Barn. Missing that Poncho element but Nils is obviously a great fit too.
Right on, Neil!
There are no kings inside the gates of eden
There are no kings inside the gates of eden
There are no kings inside the gates of eden
There are no kings inside the gates of eden
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
“Put yer good money on the sunrise”
(Tim Rogers)
Still seems to be some to be found if anyone is ISO
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