Tonight's the Night
Neil Young · 1975
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A raw, haunting exploration of grief and longing wrapped in stripped-back instrumentation and candid lyrics.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady reflective listening journey haunting exploration of grief candid intimacy with each track
- Context
- Released on June 20, 1975, 'Tonight's the Night' came after Neil Young's commercial success with 'Harvest' (1972) and marked a shift towards a more introspective and experimental phase. This album was influenced by the tragic death of his close friend Bruce Berry and represents Young's artistic response to personal loss during a time when he felt disconnected from mainstream expectations.
- If you like
- alternative rock, blues, folk rock
Tonight's the Night is an album by Neil Young, released in 1975. A raw, haunting exploration of grief and longing wrapped in stripped-back instrumentation and candid lyrics. 'Tonight's the Night' received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and became a touchstone in the singer-songwriter genre. The album is often cited as a major influence on alternative rock and has been referenced by numerous artists across genres, solidifying Young’s legacy as a pivotal figure in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tonight's the Night sound like?
A raw, haunting exploration of grief and longing wrapped in stripped-back instrumentation and candid lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock and blues.
What makes Tonight's the Night by Neil Young notable?
'Tonight's the Night' received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and became a touchstone in the singer-songwriter genre. The album is often cited as a major influence on alternative rock and has been referenced by numerous artists across genres, solidifying Young’s legacy as a pivotal figure in music history. Released on June 20, 1975, 'Tonight's the Night' came after Neil Young's commercial success with 'Harvest' (1972) and marked a shift towards a more introspective and experimental phase. This album was influenced by the tragic death of his close friend Bruce Berry and represents Young's artistic response to personal loss during a time when he felt disconnected from mainstream expectations.
Who is Tonight's the Night for?
Tonight's the Night works well if you're into steady reflective listening journey, haunting exploration of grief and candid intimacy with each track.
How many songs are on Tonight's the Night?
Tonight's the Night has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tonight’s the Night Standout 4:41
- 2 Speakin’ Out 4:57
- 3 World on a String 2:25
- 4 Borrowed Tune Standout 3:26
- 5 Come On Baby Let’s Go Downtown 3:36
- 6 Mellow My Mind 3:11
- 7 Roll Another Number (for the Road) 3:04
- 8 Albuquerque Standout 4:01
- 9 New Mama 2:13
- 10 Lookout Joe 3:54
- 11 Tired Eyes 4:33
- 12 Tonight’s the Night, Part II 4:52
Release Date
June 20, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 58 sec
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