Neil Young - Archives Vol. III, 1976-1987 [2024] (17 x CDs)

NEIL YOUNG

Neil Young - Archives Vol. III, 1976-1987 [2024] (17 x CDs)

As a long-time follower of Neil Young, I can’t help but gush over the brilliance of Neil Young’s Archives Vol. III (1976-1987). This monumental collection is a deep dive into one of the most eclectic and experimental periods of Young’s career. Spanning 22 discs (17x CDs + % DVDs) and featuring 198 tracks, this box set is a treasure trove for fans and newcomers alike, showcasing Young’s relentless creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of his art.

One of the most striking aspects of Archives Vol. III is its genre diversity. From the folk-rock charm of Comes a Time to the raw energy of Rust Never Sleeps, and the controversial electronic experimentations of Trans, this collection captures Young’s fearless exploration of different musical landscapes. Each album within this period tells a unique story, reflecting Young’s evolving artistic vision and his refusal to be pigeonholed into a single genre.

The inclusion of 24 previously unreleased original tracks and 15 unreleased songs is a significant highlight. Songs that” offer fresh insights into Young’s creative process and add new layers to his already rich discography. These tracks, along with numerous outtakes and live recordings, provide a more comprehensive understanding of Young’s work during this era, making Archives Vol. III an essential addition to any fan’s collection.

The live recordings included in this set are nothing short of spectacular. The energy and spontaneity of Young’s performances with Crazy Horse, particularly the 1984 club show, are captured brilliantly. These tracks showcase Young’s ability to captivate an audience with his powerful guitar work and emotive vocals. These live cuts not only highlight Young’s prowess as a performer but also offers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into his musical journey.

Archives Vol. III does an excellent job of placing Young’s work within the broader context of his career and the music industry of the time. The collection sheds light on the challenges Young faced, including his contentious relationship with his record label and his personal struggles. This context enriches the listening experience, allowing fans to appreciate the resilience and determination that fueled Young’s artistic endeavors.

Ultimately, Archives Vol. III is a testament to Neil Young’s tireless creativity and his unwavering commitment to his craft. Even during periods of commercial and critical uncertainty, Young continued to innovate and experiment, producing music that remains impactful and relevant. This collection not only celebrates Young’s past achievements but also serves as a reminder of his enduring influence on the music industry.

In conclusion, Neil Young’s Archives Vol. III (1976-1987) is a must-have for any serious music enthusiast. It offers a comprehensive and immersive look into a pivotal period of Young’s career, filled with genre-defying music, unreleased gems, and unforgettable live performances. This box set is a celebration of Young’s artistic legacy and a testament to his enduring impact on the world of music. (B)

Young previously put out two colossal Archives box sets: Archives Vol. I in 2009 and Archives Vol. II in 2020.

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

https://butterboycompilations.blogspot.com/2024/10/neil-young-archives-vol-1-2009-8-x-cds.html

Neil Young Archives Volume II, 1972-1976 (10 x CD's)

https://butterboycompilations.blogspot.com/2021/05/neil-young-archives-volume-ii-1972-1976.html

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Track lists

CD01

01 Neil Young - Let It Shine (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:44

02 Neil Young - Mellow My Mind (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:12

03 Neil Young - Too Far Gone (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:15

04 Neil Young - Only Love Can Break Your Heart (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:04

05 Neil Young - A Man Needs A Maid (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:54

06 Neil Young - No One Seems To Know (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 2:47

07 Neil Young - Heart Of Gold (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:44

08 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Country Home (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 5:54

09 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Don't Cry No Tears (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 2:42

10 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Cowgirl In The Sand (Previously Unreleased Mix) 6:39

11 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Lotta Love (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:00

12 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - The Losing End (When You’re On) (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:49

13 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Southern Man (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 8:03

14 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Cortez The Killer (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 7:39

CD02

01 Neil Young - Human Highway (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:27

02 Neil Young - The Needle And The Damage Done (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 2:45

03 Neil Young - Stringman (Previously Unreleased Mix) 3:43

04 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Down By The River (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 11:32

05 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Like A Hurricane (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 9:04

06 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Drive Back (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 5:50

07 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Cortez The Killer (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 8:22

08 Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Homegrown (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:44

CD03

01 Neil Young - Rap Intro Powderfinger 0:09

02 Neil Young - Powderfinger (Previously Released On Hitchhiker) 3:25

03 Neil Young - Captain Kennedy (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves, Hitchhiker And Hawks & Doves) 2:50

04 Neil Young - Hitchhiker (Previously Released On Hitchhiker) 4:39

05 Neil Young - Give Me Strength (Previously Released On Hitchhiker) 3:42

06 Neil Young - The Old Country Waltz (Previously Released On Hitchhiker) 3:35

07 Neil Young - Rap Intro Judy Garland 1:39

08 Neil Young - Too Far Gone (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 3:15

09 Neil Young - White Line (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 2:55

10 Neil Young - Mr. Soul (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 2:47

11 Neil Young - A Man Needs A Maid (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 4:52

12 Neil Young - Journey Through The Past (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 3:17

13 Neil Young - Campaigner (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 3:30

14 Neil Young - The Old Laughing Lady (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 5:18

15 Neil Young - The Losing End (When You’re On) (Previously Released On Songs For Judy) 3:47

16 Neil Young - Rap Intro The Last Waltz 0:25

17 Neil Young With Joni Mitchell - Helpless (Previously Released On The Last Waltz) 5:42

18 Neil Young With Joni Mitchell - Four Strong Winds (Previously Released On The Last Waltz (2002 Edition)) 4:21

19 Neil Young - Rap  Intro Will To Love 0:27

20 Neil Young - Will To Love (Previously Released On American Stars ‘n Bars And Chrome Dreams) 7:13

21 Neil Young With Ronnie Wood - Lost In Space (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:41

CD04

01 Neil Young - Rap Intro Hold Back The Tears 0:14

02 Neil Young - Hold Back The Tears (Previously Released On Chrome Dreams) 5:14

03 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Rap Intro Snapshot In Time 0:23

04 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Long May You Run (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:56

05 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Hey Babe (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:49

06 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - The Old Country Waltz (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:16

07 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Hold Back The Tears (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:04

08 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Peace Of Mind (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:57

09 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Sweet Lara Larue (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:13

10 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Bite The Bullet (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:33

11 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Saddle Up The Palomino (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:52

12 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Star Of Bethlehem (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:07

13 Neil Young With Nicolette Larson & Linda Ronstadt - Bad News Comes To Town (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:18

14 Neil Young - Motorcycle Mama (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:18

15 Neil Young - Rap Intro American Stars 'n Bars 0:13

16 Neil Young, Crazy Horse & The Bullets - Hey Babe (Previously Released On American Stars N Bars) 3:31

17 Neil Young - Rap Intro Barefoot Floors 0:08

18 Neil Young - Barefoot Floors (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:34

CD05

01 Ducks - Rap 0:41

02 Ducks - I Am A Dreamer (Previously Released On High Flyin’) 4:22

03 Ducks - Sail Away (Previously Unreleased Original) 5:32

04 Ducks - Wide Eyed And Willin' (Previously Released On High Flyin’) 4:19

05 Ducks - I’m Tore Down (Previously Released On High Flyin’) 3:35

06 Ducks - Little Wing (Previously Released On High Flyin’) 4:44

07 Ducks - Hey Now (Previously Released On High Flyin’) 2:55

08 Ducks - Windward Passage (Previously Unreleased Edit) 5:41

09 Ducks - Cryin' Eyes (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:34

CD06

01 Neil Young - Rap Intro 'Crazy Mama' 0:16

02 Neil Young - Field Of Opportunity (Previously Unreleased Mix) 3:10

03 Neil Young - It Might Have Been (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:33

04 Neil Young - Dance Dance Dance (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:29

05 Neil Young - Rap Intro 'Pocahontas' 0:09

06 Neil Young - Pocahontas (Previously Unreleased Mix) 3:23

07 Neil Young - Peace Of Mind (Previously Unreleased Mix) 5:34

08 Neil Young - Sail Away (Previously Unreleased Mix) 3:47

09 Neil Young - Human Highway (Previously Unreleased Mix) 3:10

10 Neil Young - Comes A Time (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:41

11 Neil Young - Lost In Space (Previously Ueleased On Hawks & Doves) 4:18

12 Neil Young - Goin’ Back (Previously Unreleased Mix) 5:05

CD07

01 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Comes A Time (Previously Released On Comes A Time) 3:07

02 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Love/Art Blues (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:50

03 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Rap Intro Union Hall 0:17

04 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Are You Ready For The Country? (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:13

05 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Dance Dance Dance/Love Is A Rose (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:07

06 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Old Man (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:44

07 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - The Losing End (When You're On) (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:03

08 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Heart Of Gold (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:22

09 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Already One (Previously Unreleased Version) 5:21

10 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Lady Wingshot (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:19

11 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Four Strong Winds (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:10

12 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Down By The River (Previously Unreleased Version) 8:41

13 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Alabama (Previously Unreleased Version) 5:44

14 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson With The Give To The Wind Orchestra - Are You Ready For The Country? (Reprise) (Previously Unreleased Version) 4:20

15 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson - Rap Intro Comes A Time Outtakes 0:05

16 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson - We’re Having Some Fun Now (Previously Unreleased Song) 4:23

17 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson - Rap Intro Please Help Me I'm Falling 0:07

18 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson - Please Help Me, I'm Falling (Previously Unreleased Version) 2:56

19 Neil Young & Nicolette Larson - Motorcycle Mama (Previously Released On Comes A Time) 3:09

CD08

01 Neil Young - Rap Intro Shots 0:12

02 Neil Young - Shots (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 5:28

03 Neil Young - Ride My Llama (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:12

04 Neil Young - Sail Away (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:55

05 Neil Young - Pocahontas (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:29

06 Neil Young - Human Highway (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:31

07 Neil Young - Already One (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:40

08 Neil Young - Birds (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 2:27

09 Neil Young - Cowgirl In The Sand (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:10

10 Neil Young - Sugar Mountain (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 6:27

11 Neil Young - Powderfinger (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:40

12 Neil Young - Thrasher (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 6:18

13 Neil Young - Comes A Time (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:27

CD09

01 Neil Young with Devo - Rap Devo 0:09

02 Neil Young with Devo - Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black) (Previously Unreleased Version) 9:28

03 Neil Young - Back To The Boarding House 0:05

04 Neil Young - My My, Hey Hey (Out Of The Blue) (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:04

05 Neil Young - The Ways Of Love (Live At The Boarding House) 3:31

06 Neil Young - Homegrown (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:26

07 Neil Young - Down By The River (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:56

08 Neil Young - After The Gold Rush (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 2:26

09 Neil Young - The Ways Of Love (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 0:22

CD10

01 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Bright Sunny Day (Previously Unreleased Song) 2:43

02 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - The Loner (Previously Released On Live Rust) 5:01

03 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Welfare Mothers (Previously Released On Rust Never Sleeps) 3:49

04 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Lotta Love (Previously Released On Live Rust) 2:57

05 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Sedan Delivery (Previously Released On Rust Never Sleeps) 4:41

06 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Cortez The Killer (Previously Released On Live Rust) 7:31

07 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Tonight's The Night (Previously Released On Live Rust) 7:20

08 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Powderfinger (Previously Released On Rust Never Sleeps) 5:30

09 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - When You Dance, I Can Really Love (Previously Released On Live Rust) 3:52

10 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black) (Previously Released On Rust Never Sleeps) 5:14

CD11

01 Neil Young - Coastline (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves) 2:28

02 Neil Young - Stayin’ Power (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves) 2:19

03 Neil Young - Hawks And Doves (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves) 3:30

04 Neil Young - Comin' Apart At Every Nail (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves) 2:37

05 Neil Young - Union Man (Previously Released On Hawks & Doves) 2:12

06 Neil Young - Winter Winds (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:13

07 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Southern Pacific (Previously Released On Re-Ac-Tor.) 4:08

08 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Opera Star (Previously Released On Re-Ac-Tor.) 3:33

09 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Rapid Transit (Previously Released On Re-Ac-Tor.) 4:36

10 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Sunny Inside (Previously Unreleased Original) 2:31

11 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Surfer Joe And Moe The Sleaze (Previously Released On Re-Ac-Tor.) 4:19

12 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Get Up (Previously Unreleased Song) 2:27

CD12

01 Neil Young - Rap Intro Trans 0:17

02 Neil Young And The Trans Band - Sample And Hold (Previously Released On Trans) 5:13

03 Neil Young - Mr. Soul (Previously Released On Trans) 3:19

04 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Computer Cowboy (Previously Released On Trans) 4:14

05 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - We R In Control (Previously Released On Trans) 3:33

06 Neil Young - Computer Age (Previously Released On Trans) 5:26

07 Neil Young - Transformer Man (Previously Released On Trans) 3:25

08 Neil Young - Rap  Intro Johnny 0:12

09 Neil Young - Johnny (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:30

10 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Island In The Sun (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:56

11 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Rap Intro It's An Island 0:18

12 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Silver & Gold (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:20

13 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - If You Got Love (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:20

14 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Raining In Paradise (Previously Unreleased Song) 4:23

15 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Big Pearl (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:19

16 Neil Young & Royal Pineapples - Hold On To Your Love (Previously Released On Trans) 3:06

17 Neil Young And The Trans Band - Soul Of A Woman (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:40

18 Neil Young And The Trans Band - Rap Intro Johnny's Island 0:07

19 Neil Young And The Trans Band - Love Hotel (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:37

CD13

01 Neil Young - California Sunset (Previously Unreleased Original) 2:54

02 Neil Young - My Boy (Previously Unreleased Original) 2:58

03 Neil Young - Old Ways (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:46

04 Neil Young - Depression Blues (Previously Released On Lucky 13) 4:09

05 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Cry, Cry, Cry (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 2:38

06 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Mystery Train (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 2:47

07 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Payola Blues (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 3:09

08 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Betty Lou's Got A New Pair Of Shoes (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 3:01

09 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Bright Lights, Big City (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 2:17

10 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Rainin' In My Heart (Previously Released On Everybody’s Rockin’) 2:10

11 Neil Young And The Shocking Pinks - Get Gone (Previously Unreleased Original) 6:11

12 Neil Young - I Got A Problem (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:02

13 Neil Young - Hard Luck Stories (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:55

14 Neil Young - Your Love (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:37

15 Neil Young - If You Got Love (Previously Unreleased Version) 5:00

16 Neil Young - Razor Love (Previously Unreleased Original) 5:08

CD14

01 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Amber Jean (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:28

02 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Get Back To The Country (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:23

03 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Are You Ready For The Country? (Previously Released On A Treasure) 3:38

04 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - It Might Have Been (Previously Released On A Treasure) 2:43

05 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Bound For Glory (Previously Released On A Treasure) 5:59

06 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Let Your Fingers Do The Walking (Previously Released On A Treasure) 3:03

07 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Soul Of A Woman (Previously Released On A Treasure) 4:28

08 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Misfits (Dakota) (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 5:24

09 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Nothing Is Perfect (Previously Unreleased Version) 3:48

10 Neil Young - Time Off For Good Behavior (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:40

11 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - This Old House (Previously Unreleased Original) 5:32

12 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Southern Pacific (Previously Released On A Treasure) 7:51

13 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Interstate (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 5:12

14 Neil Young And The International Harvesters - Grey Riders (Previously Released On A Treasure) 5:58

CD15

01 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Rock (Previously Unreleased Song) 4:07

02 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - So Tired (Previously Unreleased Song) 3:28

03 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Violent Side (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 6:25

04 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - I Got A Problem (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 3:52

05 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Your Love (Previously Unreleased Song) 4:43

06 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Barstool Blues (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:37

07 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Welfare Mothers (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 4:39

08 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Touch The Night (Previously Unreleased Live Version) 11:11

CD16

01 Neil Young - Drifter (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 5:04

02 Neil Young - Hippie Dream (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 4:14

03 Neil Young - Bad News Beat (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 3:17

04 Neil Young - People On The Street (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 4:33

05 Neil Young - Weight Of The World (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 3:41

06 Neil Young - Pressure (Previously Released On Landing On Water) 2:46

07 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - Road Of Plenty (Previously Unreleased Song) 7:28

08 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - We Never Danced (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:11

09 Neil Young With Crazy Horse - When Your Lonely Heart Breaks (Previously Unreleased Original) 5:10

CD17

01 Neil Young - Rap  Intro Summer Songs 0:24

02 Neil Young - American Dream (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:39

03 Neil Young - Someday (Previously Unreleased Original) 6:32

04 Neil Young - For The Love Of Man (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:19

05 Neil Young - One Of These Days (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:34

06 Neil Young - Wrecking Ball (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:06

07 Neil Young - Hangin On A Limb (Previously Unreleased Original) 4:40

08 Neil Young - Name Of Love (Previously Unreleased Original) 5:15

09 Neil Young - Last Of His Kind (Previously Unreleased Original) 3:48

10 Neil Young - Rap Outro Summer Songs 0:14

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