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Neil Young is a pioneering Canadian-American guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his unique musical style ranging from folk to grunge rock, and his active involvement in social and environmental causes.
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Request A ShowNeil Young announced his decision to remove his music catalog from Amazon Music, citing a protest against Amazon and its founder, Jeff Bezos, due to his perceived support for a U.S. government that Young believes neglects public welfare and contributes to issues like government shutdowns. Young urged fans to boycott Amazon and support local businesses.
Neil Young and his band, The Chrome Hearts, faced a lawsuit from the Los Angeles fashion brand Chrome Hearts for trademark infringement. The luxury fashion label holds the same name as Young's band.
Neil Young has released several albums and merchandise through Warner Records, his official webstore. This includes various box sets, vinyl, CDs, and apparel related to his music and tours.
Neil Young initially removed his music from Spotify in January 2022 in protest of the 'Joe Rogan Experience' podcast, which he accused of spreading COVID-19 misinformation. He returned his music to the platform in March 2024, stating he could not sustain his opposition across all streaming platforms after Rogan's content became available elsewhere.
In 2023, Neil Young publicly criticized Ticketmaster for its practice of raising ticket prices and adding fees. He expressed concern that fans were blaming artists for high ticket costs associated with the platform, stating that 'artists have to worry about being ripped off fans blaming them for Ticketmaster add-ons and scalpers'.
In January 2021, Neil Young sold 50% of the rights to his back catalog to the British investment company Hipgnosis Songs Fund for an estimated value of at least $150 million.
Neil Young was born on November 12, 1945, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with his mother after his parents’ divorce. He started his music career in the mid-1960s, first performing in bands and as a soloist in Toronto coffeehouses. In Los Angeles in 1966, he co-founded Buffalo Springfield, a versatile and influential group known for blending folk, country, psychedelia, and rock. His distinctive guitar work and high-pitched vocals were integral to the band’s sound, which earned critical acclaim with hits like “For What It’s Worth.” After Buffalo Springfield disbanded in 1968, Young pursued a solo career, releasing his self-titled debut album in 1969. He then teamed up with the band Crazy Horse, releasing “Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere” in 1969, which propelled him to icon status with tracks such as “Cinnamon Girl” and “Down by the River.
In 1969, Young joined Crosby, Stills, and Nash, forming Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, a supergroup that released the successful album “Déjà Vu” in 1970. He penned and sang “Ohio” in 1970, which became an anthem for campus activists. His 1970 solo album, “After the Gold Rush,” achieved commercial success and explored themes from personal relationships to environmental concerns. The 1972 album “Harvest” became one of his best-selling works, featuring hits like “Heart of Gold,” his only number one single. Throughout the 1970s, Young maintained a prolific output, experimenting with various genres and releasing albums like “Tonight’s the Night” (1975) and “Rust Never Sleeps” (1979), which earned him critical acclaim and a renewed relevance among a new generation of musicians, particularly influencing the burgeoning grunge movement. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist in 1995 and again in 1997 as a member of Buffalo Springfield.
Beyond his musical achievements, Young is a dedicated activist and philanthropist. He co-founded Farm Aid in 1985 to support farmers and remains on its board of directors, organizing annual benefit concerts. In 1986, he co-founded the Bridge School for children with severe verbal and physical disabilities and supported it with annual benefit concerts. Young is also a vocal environmentalist, using his platform to advocate against fossil fuels and corporate practices that harm the environment, as seen in his album “The Monsanto Years” (2015). He has been involved in developing a fossil fuel-independent automobile and has spoken out against deforestation. His commitment to social and environmental causes continues to be a defining aspect of his career.
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