The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972
Neil Young · 2009
465 min · 125 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
An expansive journey through Neil Young's early sound, blending folk, rock, and poignant storytelling.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey through emotional peaks long-form exploration of nostalgia reflective moments for solo listening
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972' marks Neil Young's first extensive retrospective collection, showcasing his prolific output during the late 60s and early 70s. This period includes landmark albums such as 'Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere' and 'After the Gold Rush', establishing Young as a major voice in rock music. The compilation features previously unreleased material alongside beloved classics, reflecting his evolution as an artist.
- If you like
- alternative rock, blues, folk rock
The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 is an album by Neil Young, released in 2009. An expansive journey through Neil Young's early sound, blending folk, rock, and poignant storytelling. This album is significant for its comprehensive look at Young's formative years, capturing songs that have influenced generations of musicians. It received critical acclaim for its breadth and quality, while also charting on Billboard's Top Albums list. The release not only revitalized interest in Young's early work but also set a precedent for future archival projects within the industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 sound like?
An expansive journey through Neil Young's early sound, blending folk, rock, and poignant storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock and blues.
What makes The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 by Neil Young notable?
This album is significant for its comprehensive look at Young's formative years, capturing songs that have influenced generations of musicians. It received critical acclaim for its breadth and quality, while also charting on Billboard's Top Albums list. The release not only revitalized interest in Young's early work but also set a precedent for future archival projects within the industry. Released in 2009, 'The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972' marks Neil Young's first extensive retrospective collection, showcasing his prolific output during the late 60s and early 70s. This period includes landmark albums such as 'Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere' and 'After the Gold Rush', establishing Young as a major voice in rock music. The compilation features previously unreleased material alongside beloved classics, reflecting his evolution as an artist.
Who is The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 for?
The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 works well if you're into dynamic journey through emotional peaks, long-form exploration of nostalgia and reflective moments for solo listening.
How many songs are on The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972?
The Archives Vol. 1 1963–1972 has 125 tracks, running approximately 465 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Aurora 2:10
- 2 The Sultan 2:35
- 3 I Wonder 2:23
- 4 Mustang 2:25
- 5 I’ll Love You Forever 3:24
- 6 (I’m a Man and) I Can’t Cry 2:34
- 7 Hello Lonely Woman 3:59
- 8 Casting Me Away From You 2:15
- 9 There Goes My Babe 2:26
- 10 Sugar Mountain Standout 2:43
- 11 Nowadays Clancy Can’t Even Sing 3:05
- 12 Runaround Babe 2:39
- 13 The Ballad of Peggy Grover 2:48
- 14 The Rent Is Always Due 2:54
- 15 Extra, Extra 2:44
- 16 Flying on the Ground Is Wrong 3:11
- 17 Burned 2:18
- 18 Out of My Mind 3:09
- 19 Down, Down, Down 2:14
- 20 Kahuna Sunset 2:55
- 21 Mr. Soul 2:46
- 22 Sell Out 1:43
- 23 Down to the Wire 2:31
- 24 Expecting to Fly 3:47
- 25 Slowly Burning 3:01
- 26 One More Sign 2:05
- 27 Broken Arrow 6:18
- 28 I Am a Child 2:19
Disc 2
- 1 Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 2:18
- 2 The Loner 3:53
- 3 Birds 2:18
- 4 What Did You Do to My Life? 1:56
- 5 The Last Trip to Tulsa 9:29
- 6 Here We Are in the Years 3:20
- 7 I’ve Been Waiting for You 2:31
- 8 The Old Laughing Lady 6:03
- 9 I’ve Loved Her So Long 2:49
- 10 Sugar Mountain Standout 6:15
- 11 Nowadays Clancy Can’t Even Sing 5:24
- 12 Down by the River Standout 9:19
- 13 Cowgirl in the Sand 10:08
- 14 Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 2:29
Disc 3
- 1 Emcee (intro) / Sugar Mountain (intro) 1:18
- 2 Sugar Mountain Standout 5:34
- 3 Incredible Doctor Rap 3:10
- 4 The Old Laughing Lady 5:14
- 5 Audience Observation / Dope Song / Band Names Rap 2:59
- 6 Flying on the Ground Is Wrong 3:58
- 7 On the Way Home (intro) 0:25
- 8 On the Way Home 2:41
- 9 Set Break / Emcee (intro) 1:20
- 10 I’ve Loved Her So Long 2:15
- 11 Allen A‐Dale Rap 2:20
- 12 I Am a Child 2:26
- 13 1956 Bubblegum Disaster 2:04
- 14 The Last Trip to Tulsa 7:02
- 15 Words Rap 2:14
- 16 Broken Arrow 4:39
- 17 Turn Down the Lights Rap 0:52
- 18 Whiskey Boot Hill 2:22
- 19 Expecting to Fly (intro) 0:54
- 20 Expecting to Fly 2:55
Disc 4
- 1 Cinnamon Girl 3:02
- 2 Running Dry (Requiem for the Rockets) 5:37
- 3 Round and Round (It Won’t Be Long) 5:56
- 4 Oh Lonesome Me 4:02
- 5 Birds 1:39
- 6 Everybody’s Alone 2:33
- 7 I Believe in You 3:30
- 8 Sea of Madness 3:18
- 9 Dance Dance Dance 2:27
- 10 Country Girl 5:13
- 11 Helpless 3:50
- 12 It Might Have Been 4:18
Disc 5
- 1 Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 3:36
- 2 Winterlong 3:40
- 3 Down by the River Standout 12:24
- 4 Wonderin’ 3:35
- 5 Come On Baby Let’s Go Downtown 3:51
- 6 Cowgirl in the Sand 16:09
Disc 6
- 1 Tell Me Why 3:00
- 2 After the Gold Rush 3:48
- 3 Only Love Can Break Your Heart 3:11
- 4 Wonderin’ 2:12
- 5 Don’t Let It Bring You Down 2:59
- 6 Cripple Creek Ferry 1:36
- 7 Southern Man 5:33
- 8 Till the Morning Comes 1:18
- 9 When You Dance, I Can Really Love 3:48
- 10 Ohio 3:02
- 11 Only Love Can Break Your Heart 4:16
- 12 Tell Me Why 5:43
- 13 Music Is Love 3:22
- 14 See the Sky About to Rain 3:56
Disc 7
- 1 On the Way Home 3:42
- 2 Tell Me Why 2:29
- 3 Old Man 4:57
- 4 Journey Through the Past 4:15
- 5 Helpless 4:16
- 6 Love in Mind 2:47
- 7 A Man Needs a Maid / Heart of Gold (suite) 6:39
- 8 Cowgirl in the Sand 3:45
- 9 Don’t Let It Bring You Down 2:46
- 10 There’s a World 3:33
- 11 Bad Fog of Loneliness 3:27
- 12 The Needle and the Damage Done 3:55
- 13 Ohio 3:40
- 14 See the Sky About to Rain 4:05
- 15 Down by the River Standout 4:08
- 16 Dance Dance Dance 5:48
- 17 I Am a Child 3:19
Disc 8
- 1 Heart of Gold Standout 3:51
- 2 The Needle and the Damage Done 2:13
- 3 Bad Fog of Loneliness 1:57
- 4 Old Man 3:25
- 5 Heart of Gold Standout 3:10
- 6 Dance Dance Dance 2:17
- 7 A Man Needs a Maid 4:13
- 8 Harvest 3:11
- 9 Journey Through the Past 2:23
- 10 Are You Ready for the Country? 3:25
- 11 Alabama 4:06
- 12 Words (Between the Lines of Age) 15:55
- 13 Soldier 3:24
- 14 War Song 3:29
Release Date
June 2, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
465 min 58 sec
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