Neil Young - Archives Vol. I [2009] (8 x CDs)

NEIL YOUNG

Neil Young - Archives Vol. I [2009] (8 x CDs)

Released by Reprise Records, the “Neil Young - Archives Vol. I [2009]” box set is an absolute gem for any music enthusiast. This eight-CD collection delves deep into the early years of a legendary artist’s career, offering a rich blend of studio recordings, live performances, and rare tracks. It’s not just a compilation; it’s a journey through the formative years of a musical genius, capturing the essence of an era and the evolution of an extraordinary talent.

When this box set hit the shelves on June 2, 2009, it was met with widespread acclaim. Critics and fans alike lauded its comprehensive nature and the meticulous care taken in restoring and remastering the tracks. The collection received stellar reviews, with Metacritic awarding it an impressive score of 92/100. It even clinched the Grammy Award for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package, underscoring its exceptional quality and presentation.

What truly sets this box set apart is its attention to detail. Each disc offers a unique listening experience, showcasing a range of styles and influences that have shaped the artist’s sound. The tracks are crisp and vibrant, breathing new life into classic recordings. The accompanying booklet is a treasure trove of insightful liner notes, rare photographs, and personal anecdotes, providing a deeper understanding of the artist’s journey. The packaging is equally impressive, with a sturdy, beautifully designed box that will be a standout addition to any collection.

For both long-time fans and new listeners, “Archives Vol. I [2009]” is an essential addition to any music library. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the early works of a musical icon in a way that is both immersive and enlightening. This box set promises countless hours of listening pleasure. It’s a celebration of a remarkable career and a testament to the enduring power of great music. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Neil Young - Neil Young / Aurora 2:10

02 Neil Young - The Sultan 2:35

03 Neil Young - I Wonder 2:23

04 Neil Young - Mustang 2:25

05 Neil Young - I'll Love You Forever 3:24

06 Neil Young - (I'm A Man And) I Can't Cry 2:34

07 Neil Young - Hello Lonely Woman 3:59

08 Neil Young - Casting Me Away From You 2:15

09 Neil Young - There Goes My Babe 2:26

10 Neil Young - Sugar Mountain 2:43

11 Neil Young - Nowadays Clancy Can't Even Sing 3:05

12 Neil Young - Runaround Babe 2:39

13 Neil Young - The Ballad Of Peggy Grover 2:48

14 Neil Young - The Rent Is Always Due 2:54

15 Neil Young - Extra, Extra 2:44

16 Neil Young - Flying On The Ground Is Wrong 3:11

17 Neil Young - Burned 2:18

18 Neil Young - Out Of My Mind 3:09

19 Neil Young - Down, Down, Down 2:14

20 Neil Young - Kahuna Sunset 2:55

21 Neil Young - Mr. Soul 2:46

22 Neil Young - Sell Out 1:43

23 Neil Young - Down To The Wire 2:31

24 Neil Young - Expecting To Fly 3:48

25 Neil Young - Slowly Burning 3:01

26 Neil Young - One More Sign 2:05

27 Neil Young - Broken Arrow 6:18

28 Neil Young - I Am A Child 2:19

CD2

01 Neil Young - Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 2:18

02 Neil Young - The Loner 3:53

03 Neil Young - Birds 2:18

04 Neil Young - What Did You Do To My Life? 1:56

05 Neil Young - The Last Trip To Tulsa 9:29

06 Neil Young - Here We Are In The Years 3:20

07 Neil Young - I've Been Waiting For You 2:31

08 Neil Young - The Old Laughing Lady 6:03

09 Neil Young - I've Loved Her So Long 2:49

10 Neil Young - Sugar Mountain 6:16

11 Neil Young - Nowadays Clancy Can't Even Sing 5:24

12 Neil Young - Down By The River 9:19

13 Neil Young - Cowgirl In The Sand 10:08

14 Neil Young - Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 2:29

CD3

01 Neil Young - Intro - Entry - Circle Game 1:18

02 Neil Young - Sugar Mountain 5:34

03 Neil Young - Incredible Doctor 3:10

04 Neil Young - The Old Laughing Lady 5:14

05 Neil Young - Audience - Dope Song - Band Names 2:59

06 Neil Young - Flying On The Ground Is Wrong 3:58

07 Neil Young - Leaving Friends 0:25

08 Neil Young - On The Way Home 2:42

09 Neil Young - Entry Tuning - Mics - Last Night 1:20

10 Neil Young - I've Loved Her So Long 2:15

11 Neil Young - Important Song - D Minor Pipe - Alan A Dale 2:20

12 Neil Young - I Am A Child 2:27

13 Neil Young - Bad Pod - 1956 Bubblegum Disaster 2:04

14 Neil Young - The Last Trip To Tulsa 7:02

15 Neil Young - Blues Band - Groovy Words 2:14

16 Neil Young - Broken Arrow 4:39

17 Neil Young - Entry - Disclaimer - False Start Lights 0:53

18 Neil Young - Whiskey Boot Hill 2:22

19 Neil Young - Uptight - Anything? - Tuning 0:54

20 Neil Young - Expecting To Fly 2:55

CD4

01 Neil Young - Cinnamon Girl 3:02

02 Neil Young - Running Dry (Requiem For The Rockets) 5:37

03 Neil Young - Round And Round (It Won't Be Long) 5:56

04 Neil Young - Oh Lonesome Me 4:02

05 Neil Young - Birds 1:39

06 Neil Young - Everybody's Alone 2:33

07 Neil Young - I Believe In You 3:30

08 Neil Young - Sea Of Madness 3:18

09 Neil Young - Dance Dance Dance 2:27

10 Neil Young - Country Girl 5:13

11 Neil Young - Helpless 3:50

12 Neil Young - It Might Have Been 4:18

CD5

01 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere 3:36

02 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Winterlong 3:40

03 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Down By The River 12:24

04 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Wonderin' 3:35

05 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Come On Baby Let's Go Downtown 3:51

06 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Cowgirl In The Sand 16:09

CD6

01 Neil Young - Tell Me Why 3:00

02 Neil Young - After The Gold Rush 3:48

03 Neil Young - Only Love Can Break Your Heart 3:11

04 Neil Young - Wonderin' 2:12

05 Neil Young - Don't Let It Bring You Down 2:59

06 Neil Young - Cripple Creek Ferry 1:36

07 Neil Young - Southern Man 5:33

08 Neil Young - Till The Morning Comes 1:18

09 Neil Young - Neil Young With Crazy Horse / When You Dance I Can Really Love 3:48

10 Neil Young - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young / Ohio 3:02

11 Neil Young - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young / Only Love Can Break Your Heart 4:16

12 Neil Young - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young / Tell Me Why 5:43

13 Neil Young - David Crosby, Graham Nash & Neil Young / Music Is Love 3:22

14 Neil Young - See The Sky About To Rain 3:56

CD7

01 Neil Young - On The Way Home 3:42

02 Neil Young - Tell Me Why 2:29

03 Neil Young - Old Man 4:57

04 Neil Young - Journey Through The Past 4:15

05 Neil Young - Helpless 4:16

06 Neil Young - Love In Mind 2:47

07 Neil Young - A Man Needs A Maid/Heart Of Gold <suite> 6:39

08 Neil Young - Cowgirl In The Sand 3:45

09 Neil Young - Don't Let It Bring You Down 2:46

10 Neil Young - There's A World 3:33

11 Neil Young - Bad Fog Of Loneliness 3:27

12 Neil Young - The Needle And The Damage Done 3:55

13 Neil Young - Ohio 3:40

14 Neil Young - See The Sky About To Rain 4:05

15 Neil Young - Down By The River 4:08

16 Neil Young - Dance Dance Dance 5:48

17 Neil Young - I Am A Child 3:19

CD8

01 Neil Young - Neil Young / Heart Of Gold 3:51

02 Neil Young - Neil Young / The Needle And The Damage Done 2:13

03 Neil Young - Neil Young / Bad Fog Of Loneliness 1:57

04 Neil Young - Neil Young / Old Man 3:25

05 Neil Young - Neil Young / Heart Of Gold 3:10

06 Neil Young - Neil Young / Dance Dance Dance 2:17

07 Neil Young - Neil Young / A Man Needs A Maid 4:13

08 Neil Young - Neil Young / Harvest 3:11

09 Neil Young - Neil Young / Journey Through The Past 2:23

10 Neil Young - Neil Young / Are You Ready For The Country? 3:25

11 Neil Young - Neil Young / Alabama 4:06

12 Neil Young - Neil Young / Words (Between The Lines Of Age) 15:55

13 Neil Young - Neil Young / Soldier 3:24

14 Neil Young - Neil Young / War Song 3:29

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