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Neil Young's After The Gold Rush will always be remembered as a major achievement in the history of singer/songwriting. Probably
the most distinguishable aspect of Young is his endearing voice. While at first the high-pitched, shaky falsetto may seem
unwelcome, you will quickly embrace it. And of course, After The Gold Rush is loaded fantastic songwriting, including such
classics as "Southern Man" and "Cripple Creek Ferry". However, I feel that the gems of the album are the
slower ballads, such as the title track and "Birds". Young is able to evoke an innocuous angst through his emotive
material that is partly what sets him aside from many other songwriters of his generation. But more plainly it is the simple
fact that these are beautiful songs that, when played in an appropriate setting at appropriate time can be a thoroughly touching
experience for that listener seeking for that much-desired connection with something real.
Key Tracks:
Tell Me Why
After the Gold Rush
Birds
Final Verdict: 9.6
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