Neil Young — Throw Your Hatred Down
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Here in the conscious world
We place our theories down
Why man must bring us to our knees
Before he sees the weakness of his sinful plan
The power in his hand
Will never touch a friend
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Meanwhile in the underworld
The weaknesses are seen
By peasants and presidents
Who plan the counter-scheme
Children in the schoolyard
Finish choosing teams
Divided by their dreams
While a TV screams
Throw your weapons down
Throw your weapons down
The wheel of fortune
Keeps on rollin' down
The street that's paved with sinful plans
There but for circumstance
May go you or I
Dressed in gold lame
Find a place to stay
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Throw your weapons down
We place our theories down
Why man must bring us to our knees
Before he sees the weakness of his sinful plan
The power in his hand
Will never touch a friend
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Meanwhile in the underworld
The weaknesses are seen
By peasants and presidents
Who plan the counter-scheme
Children in the schoolyard
Finish choosing teams
Divided by their dreams
While a TV screams
Throw your weapons down
Throw your weapons down
The wheel of fortune
Keeps on rollin' down
The street that's paved with sinful plans
There but for circumstance
May go you or I
Dressed in gold lame
Find a place to stay
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Throw your hatred down
Throw your weapons down
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Sadly, there are now few haters greater than Neil Young. Why did all the cool hippy rebels have to become defenders of the Establishment in their old age?
PhoenixArtDj wrote:
Scrolled until I found this comment. Well said (and representative of my 30+yr. love affair with this band.! I thought, "Oh Good! I don't need to post." But, here I am anyway :D Enjoying this moment!
This record was recorded with Pearl Jam as the "band" with NY. You can hear the influence NY had on the group on the PJ ep Mirkenball and the album No Code which followed their time with NY.
Some regard the time making this record as helping Pearl Jam to get over the intensity of their early career and help set them up for the lengthy and rocking career that they have had. Don't know how true that is, but I am glad that this record happened.
Scrolled until I found this comment. Well said (and representative of my 30+yr. love affair with this band.! I thought, "Oh Good! I don't need to post." But, here I am anyway :D Enjoying this moment!
justin4kick wrote:
Gun enthusiasts will argue it's not violence and intimidation but rather the right to protect yourself and your property. Though I haven't figured out why weapons of war are sold to the non-military public. Just baffles the mind. I've often said the human race is the only species on this planet that is not evolving. Very sad.
Throw your weapons down
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
Gun enthusiasts will argue it's not violence and intimidation but rather the right to protect yourself and your property. Though I haven't figured out why weapons of war are sold to the non-military public. Just baffles the mind. I've often said the human race is the only species on this planet that is not evolving. Very sad.
On_The_Beach wrote:
Sadly, a year after your post, we have the murder of George Floyd.
Who was a criminal thug with a LONG record of violent offences. He DIED of a fentanyl OD and was not murdered. BUT: 2016, Tony Timpa WAS actually murdered in a similar situation, except for: NO drugs, HE called 911 for help ~ and the cops - who actually killed him - (all on body cam) got off with a slap on the wrist.
Bet you never even heard of Timpa though.
Now, ask yourself WHY?
You. Are. Being. Played.
Sadly, a year after your post, we have the murder of George Floyd.
Who was a criminal thug with a LONG record of violent offences. He DIED of a fentanyl OD and was not murdered. BUT: 2016, Tony Timpa WAS actually murdered in a similar situation, except for: NO drugs, HE called 911 for help ~ and the cops - who actually killed him - (all on body cam) got off with a slap on the wrist.
Bet you never even heard of Timpa though.
Now, ask yourself WHY?
You. Are. Being. Played.
Jelani wrote:
Go back to worshipping your orange tin god.
This cranky, old , self absorbed asshat should take some of his own advice.
Go back to worshipping your orange tin god.
justin4kick wrote:
oh my gosh! that is intense! how someone's mind must work to envision this from both angles. just wow. amazed.
Throw your weapons down
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
oh my gosh! that is intense! how someone's mind must work to envision this from both angles. just wow. amazed.
Managed to get through hte whole of this NY track! - thanks to the powerful backing nearly drowning out his vocals
SquiddlyDiddly wrote:
I was there too and totally agree. He is a force of nature when playing live. My best Glastonbury set of all my years there.
I saw Neil play this at Glastonbury one year a while ago. It was a sunny day on the Pyramid stage and it was one of the most electric, wonderful, inspiring, loud, and emotional sets I have ever witnessed.
The man simply nailed it.
The man simply nailed it.
I was there too and totally agree. He is a force of nature when playing live. My best Glastonbury set of all my years there.
Great drumming by Jack Irons (Pearl Jam)
I saw Neil play this at Glastonbury one year a while ago. It was a sunny day on the Pyramid stage and it was one of the most electric, wonderful, inspiring, loud, and emotional sets I have ever witnessed.
The man simply nailed it.
The man simply nailed it.
coloradojohn wrote:
And CJ, why/how all the haters can't/don't get that, will forever be lost to me!
Neil makes and orchestrates such a rich tapestry of textures and resonances, and is able to raise it all to a feverish level of intensity!
mojcamojca77 wrote:
I totally agree with your point!
Was Neil Young singing this song to himself when he throw himself from Spotify?
I totally agree with your point!
justin4kick wrote:
This piece of "art" has no point despite it's attempt at it. Just like this song from an angry jerk who wants to silence anyone's views but his own. He needs to throw his hatred and weapons (popular influence) down.
Throw your weapons down
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
This piece of "art" has no point despite it's attempt at it. Just like this song from an angry jerk who wants to silence anyone's views but his own. He needs to throw his hatred and weapons (popular influence) down.
Was Neil Young singing this song to himself when he throw himself from Spotify?
Greyerwrit wrote:
Just wondering, do you capitalize White also?
Too late, I'm afraid. Just visited one of the more urbane parts of the South, and a Black person was the villain of many of the stories. Although at least they were described as Black. At my mother's wake in the Bay Area, one of her friends dropped the "N" word in casual conversation. We in the US have along way to go.
Just wondering, do you capitalize White also?
(former member) wrote:
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
Neil ,obviously, can't master his own.
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
Neil ,obviously, can't master his own.
This cranky, old , self absorbed asshat should take some of his own advice.
cavemanleong wrote:
Too late, I'm afraid. Just visited one of the more urbane parts of the South, and a Black person was the villain of many of the stories. Although at least they were described as Black. At my mother's wake in the Bay Area, one of her friends dropped the "N" word in casual conversation. We in the US have along way to go.
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
pankman wrote:
Yes it rocks! His Backing Band on this Album wasn´t Crazy Horse as usual. Pearl Jam is the backing Band and it´s their drummer Matt Cameron!
Wow, that rocks! Powerful drumming too. Excellent!
Yes it rocks! His Backing Band on this Album wasn´t Crazy Horse as usual. Pearl Jam is the backing Band and it´s their drummer Matt Cameron!
Here in the conscious world
We place our theories down
Why man must bring us to our knees
Before he sees the weakness of his sinful plan
The power in his hand
Will never touch a friend
NY may have been psychic about DJT
We place our theories down
Why man must bring us to our knees
Before he sees the weakness of his sinful plan
The power in his hand
Will never touch a friend
NY may have been psychic about DJT
RParadise wrote:
If you were of draft age when the National Guard gunned down 4 college students and then heard "Ohio" for the first time live during the Four Way Street concert (as I did), you would not think so.
In fact, given what happened earlier this week, the line, "What if you knew her and found her dead on the ground. How could you run when you know?" sounds more connected to reality than ever. (For when this post gets old: 17 students shot to death in their high school in Florida.)
Don't worry--it seems this post will never get old (19 elementary school children shot dead in Texas yesterday).
If you were of draft age when the National Guard gunned down 4 college students and then heard "Ohio" for the first time live during the Four Way Street concert (as I did), you would not think so.
In fact, given what happened earlier this week, the line, "What if you knew her and found her dead on the ground. How could you run when you know?" sounds more connected to reality than ever. (For when this post gets old: 17 students shot to death in their high school in Florida.)
This just went up from 8->9 Amazingly powerful, both in message as in music
torino390 wrote:
Unless you were there in the 60's and very early 70's, he does seem to be an acquired taste. But he's certainly had his moments and within his body of work there are some amazing recordings. Gotta appreciate him putting it all out there even when sometimes it doesn't work all that well...
I have no real idea why, but I just can't stand this guys music.
Unless you were there in the 60's and very early 70's, he does seem to be an acquired taste. But he's certainly had his moments and within his body of work there are some amazing recordings. Gotta appreciate him putting it all out there even when sometimes it doesn't work all that well...
(former member) wrote:
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
I prefer the yogi's version. It's less accusatory, more constructive...
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
I prefer the yogi's version. It's less accusatory, more constructive...
On_The_Beach wrote:
Is this the reason, why Putin started war? Is he unhappy not to be mentioned in this picture?
Throw your weapons down.
Is this the reason, why Putin started war? Is he unhappy not to be mentioned in this picture?
NY Is on my do not play list. Next...
otis_of_moab wrote:
I humbly beg to disagree. Many, if not most, of the really talented song writers create songs that make us imagine a world where love is the norm, and where politicians actually make laws that benefit all.
The fact that activists for social change often use the songs of these artists as a part of their rallying cry, demonstrates their impact. I applaud Neil Young and others like him.
AND I applaud Bill and Rebecca for playing so many songs from these artists. It's one of the main reasons that I continue to support RP and stay tuned in, especially in these turbulent times (as all times appear to be).
Talented song writer.
But, his politics are unhinged from reality.
I humbly beg to disagree. Many, if not most, of the really talented song writers create songs that make us imagine a world where love is the norm, and where politicians actually make laws that benefit all.
The fact that activists for social change often use the songs of these artists as a part of their rallying cry, demonstrates their impact. I applaud Neil Young and others like him.
AND I applaud Bill and Rebecca for playing so many songs from these artists. It's one of the main reasons that I continue to support RP and stay tuned in, especially in these turbulent times (as all times appear to be).
ralf-peter.hayen538 wrote:
In a deeper sense, this is certainly true, but in a very direct sense on CBS Thursday's "Late Show" Neil has called Trump (right wing) a hater of women ("misogyny") and a racist, while taking the opposite view about Bernie Sanders (left wing), whom he supported in the past presidential elections:
This song was written and released about 20 years before Neil Young's appearance on The Late Show.
As the post you responded to said about this song: "While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right."
In a deeper sense, this is certainly true, but in a very direct sense on CBS Thursday's "Late Show" Neil has called Trump (right wing) a hater of women ("misogyny") and a racist, while taking the opposite view about Bernie Sanders (left wing), whom he supported in the past presidential elections:
https://www.businessinsider.com/neil-young-on-donald-trump-2016-5?r=DE&IR=T
This song was written and released about 20 years before Neil Young's appearance on The Late Show.
As the post you responded to said about this song: "While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right."
At least we can still hear Neal Young here!
Spotify Who?
WOW!
Tom Petty's "Runnin' Down a Dream" followed by this Neil Young gem. What a great way to start my weekend! I hope the downstairs tenants don't mind hearing this pensioner doing a wild kitchen dance on this Saturday morning.
Thank you, Bill and Rebecca.
Tom Petty's "Runnin' Down a Dream" followed by this Neil Young gem. What a great way to start my weekend! I hope the downstairs tenants don't mind hearing this pensioner doing a wild kitchen dance on this Saturday morning.
Thank you, Bill and Rebecca.Neil makes and orchestrates such a rich tapestry of textures and resonances, and is able to raise it all to a feverish level of intensity!
3Chords wrote:
He is still jammin' out!!!!!
He is still jammin' out!!!!!
Bran Van ?? 
wolverine wrote:
...crunchy...exactly...
Love Neil and his crunchy guitars
...crunchy...exactly...
justin4kick wrote:
Where is this piece from? It is VERY impressive. Who is the artist?
Throw your weapons down
Where is this piece from? It is VERY impressive. Who is the artist?
justin4kick wrote:
What a awesome piece! And so American!
Throw your weapons down
What a awesome piece! And so American!
Oh Yeah —- throw them down
The wonderful, original FU artist - sings it as he sees it - keep on rocking in the free world Neil :)
Great music! His voice is still not my cup of tea...
~~~AMEN~~~~
Cool video!
justin4kick wrote:
Throw your weapons down
kingart wrote:
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
You mean like the public sector unions and their political patrons? Couldn't agree more.
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
You mean like the public sector unions and their political patrons? Couldn't agree more.
kingart wrote:
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
So true. I've worked for the Koh Bros, Rodger Ailes and Dick Chaney. Our system is so screwed up it is mind boggling.
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
So true. I've worked for the Koh Bros, Rodger Ailes and Dick Chaney. Our system is so screwed up it is mind boggling.
Pump the music way up high and put those weapons down✌️
noe.architecte169 wrote:
But not the Weezer another group
This song is like "living in L.A." from a group I don't remember the name. But it's very so near
But not the Weezer another group
This song is like "living in L.A." from a group I don't remember the name. But it's very so near
As another Canadian AND someone who lives in the US NW
No, it’s for the US to embrace
roger841 wrote:
you first
From a fellow Canadian I echo Neil's words today to our southern friends - throw your weapons down.
you first
From a fellow Canadian I echo Neil's words today to our southern friends - throw your weapons down.
cavemanleong wrote:
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
A call to arms
Stick the volume up to 10✌️
Just checking to make sure I've got this at 10.
paulprior61 wrote:
justin4kick - I'd like to share this, where could I find a link for it? thanks
Michael Murphy's Epic Anti-Gun Artwork for the DNC in 2016.
Constructed of dozens of suspended black gun sculptures—ranging from handguns to assault rifles, the installation is a perspective piece that changes in shape as the viewer walks around it.
Michael Murphy (sculptor) - Wikipedia
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Wow. I goggled "3D gun art" Mr. Murphy's anamorphic sculptures are stupendous! I even like his non-gun stuff better. Long Live RP and the rabbit hole I've already headed down!!
justin4kick - I'd like to share this, where could I find a link for it? thanks
Michael Murphy's Epic Anti-Gun Artwork for the DNC in 2016.
Constructed of dozens of suspended black gun sculptures—ranging from handguns to assault rifles, the installation is a perspective piece that changes in shape as the viewer walks around it.
Michael Murphy (sculptor) - Wikipedia
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Wow. I goggled "3D gun art" Mr. Murphy's anamorphic sculptures are stupendous! I even like his non-gun stuff better. Long Live RP and the rabbit hole I've already headed down!!
cavemanleong wrote:
Seems to me that's exactly what we've been doing with the cancel culture!
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Seems to me that's exactly what we've been doing with the cancel culture!
jelgator wrote:
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
Not sure where you live (presuming the USA), but in every part of the country I've been to, when there are protests, this and songs like it are coming from the left and not from the guys with body armor, hawaiian shirts and AR-15s.
Incidentally, this is what Neil had to say about the lyrical content of Mirror Ball, the album containing this song:
"There's idealism and reality, the two have got to come together yet there are always major problems when they do. Maybe that's the crux of what I'm trying to say in this new album. It's also a commentary of the differences between my peace and love '60s generation and the more cynical '90s generation."
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
Not sure where you live (presuming the USA), but in every part of the country I've been to, when there are protests, this and songs like it are coming from the left and not from the guys with body armor, hawaiian shirts and AR-15s.
Incidentally, this is what Neil had to say about the lyrical content of Mirror Ball, the album containing this song:
"There's idealism and reality, the two have got to come together yet there are always major problems when they do. Maybe that's the crux of what I'm trying to say in this new album. It's also a commentary of the differences between my peace and love '60s generation and the more cynical '90s generation."
pankman wrote:
It's amazing how good he can sound with a competent drummer.
Wow, that rocks! Powerful drumming too. Excellent!
It's amazing how good he can sound with a competent drummer.
jelgator wrote:
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
cavemanleong wrote:
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Agreed. Tell that to the left.
On_The_Beach wrote:
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
justin4kick - I'd like to share this, where could I find a link for it? thanks
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
justin4kick - I'd like to share this, where could I find a link for it? thanks
On_The_Beach wrote:
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
Rock on Neil and Pearl Jam,awesome with a simple,power message,throw those bloody weapons down!!!!!
benfitch523 wrote:
Like him or not, you can't deny it
Deny what? That's he's a criminal idiot that is working for Putin and undermining our very democracy and country?
Like him or not, you can't deny it
Deny what? That's he's a criminal idiot that is working for Putin and undermining our very democracy and country?
RParadise wrote:
If you were of draft age when the National Guard gunned down 4 college students and then heard "Ohio" for the first time live during the Four Way Street concert (as I did), you would not think so.
In fact, given what happened earlier this week, the line, "What if you knew her and found her dead on the ground. How could you run when you know?" sounds more connected to reality than ever. (For when this post gets old: 17 students shot to death in their high school in Florida.)
As of 7/22/20: 31 empathetic people and 2 gun nuts have voted on this post.
If you were of draft age when the National Guard gunned down 4 college students and then heard "Ohio" for the first time live during the Four Way Street concert (as I did), you would not think so.
In fact, given what happened earlier this week, the line, "What if you knew her and found her dead on the ground. How could you run when you know?" sounds more connected to reality than ever. (For when this post gets old: 17 students shot to death in their high school in Florida.)
As of 7/22/20: 31 empathetic people and 2 gun nuts have voted on this post.
ToddyWoddy wrote:
Two great tastes that taste great together!
Pearl Jam with Neil Young was as seamless a match as velcro coming together...
Two great tastes that taste great together!
cavemanleong wrote:
Sadly, a year after your post, we have the murder of George Floyd.
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Sadly, a year after your post, we have the murder of George Floyd.
Pearl Jam with Neil Young was as seamless a match as velcro coming together...
I have no real idea why, but I just can't stand this guys music.
justin4kick wrote:
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
Throw your weapons down
That is awesome, justin4kick.
Pleasantly surprised to see no thumbs down votes.
Throw yer microphone down Neil. Please. 
This record was recorded with Pearl Jam as the "band" with NY. You can hear the influence NY had on the group on the PJ ep Mirkenball and the album No Code which followed their time with NY.
Some regard the time making this record as helping Pearl Jam to get over the intensity of their early career and help set them up for the lengthy and rocking career that they have had. Don't know how true that is, but I am glad that this record happened.
Some regard the time making this record as helping Pearl Jam to get over the intensity of their early career and help set them up for the lengthy and rocking career that they have had. Don't know how true that is, but I am glad that this record happened.
jelgator wrote:
"Hater" = doesn't agree with my thinking, so he/she is to be hated.
Hum, no, i think the message is pretty clear:
Throw Your Hatred Down
"Hater" = doesn't agree with my thinking, so he/she is to be hated.
Hum, no, i think the message is pretty clear:
Throw Your Hatred Down
Mirror Ball really rocks as most of Pearl Jam is here. One of my fav of his. I good blend of song topics also, so not all political.
ralf-peter.hayen538 wrote:
"Hater" = doesn't agree with my thinking, so he/she is to be hated.
The right message from Neil to all the right-wing populist "haters", especially on social networks (and their prominent role models in the USA, Brazil, Hungary, Poland and elsewhere).
"Hater" = doesn't agree with my thinking, so he/she is to be hated.
de tous les concerts que j'ai vus (avec un s)
C'est juste la jalousie de ne pas avoir eu cette chance là. Voir Neil Young en concert.
:-)
C'est juste la jalousie de ne pas avoir eu cette chance là. Voir Neil Young en concert.
:-)
De tous les concerts que j'ai vu, Neil Young reste un des plus fort. Comment il dompte la foudre avec sa Gibson, puis l'émotion qu'il dégage seul avec sa Martin, sa voix inimitable et son harmo... Un grand !
I just love the punch,the grit and grind of his guitar playing,raw to the bone,awesome👍
Throw your weapons down
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
Whoa!! This is why I LOVE RP; I missed this album despite being a NY fan. Now I’ve gotta go buy it. His guitar work just kills me. A 9 from me.
PJ
Throw your weapons down.
Ohmsen wrote:
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
In a deeper sense, this is certainly true, but in a very direct sense on CBS Thursday's "Late Show" Neil has called Trump (right wing) a hater of women ("misogyny") and a racist, while taking the opposite view about Bernie Sanders (left wing), whom he supported in the past presidential elections:
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
In a deeper sense, this is certainly true, but in a very direct sense on CBS Thursday's "Late Show" Neil has called Trump (right wing) a hater of women ("misogyny") and a racist, while taking the opposite view about Bernie Sanders (left wing), whom he supported in the past presidential elections:
https://www.businessinsider.com/neil-young-on-donald-trump-2016-5?r=DE&IR=T
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ralf-peter.hayen538 wrote:
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
The right message from Neil to all the right-wing populist "haters", especially on social networks (and their prominent role models in the USA, Brazil, Hungary, Poland and elsewhere).
While Neil might be considered left, the message is not about left or right. It is universal. Throw your hatred down, or as a true yogi might say, master your anger!
The right message from Neil to all the right-wing populist "haters", especially on social networks (and their prominent role models in the USA, Brazil, Hungary, Poland and elsewhere).
benfitch523 wrote:
Like him or not, you can't deny that....he's a piece of shit....
had to finish your thought on that one
Like him or not, you can't deny that....he's a piece of shit....
had to finish your thought on that one
sfyi2001 wrote:
Like him or not, you can't deny it
Like him or not, you can't deny it
Disagree with some of Young's politics but do love his earnestness.
Not one of his better protest/social, political commentary songs but still good. Young manages this immediacy, this loving impatience that is frankly, not that common. Others try but do not pull it off so well.
Not one of his better protest/social, political commentary songs but still good. Young manages this immediacy, this loving impatience that is frankly, not that common. Others try but do not pull it off so well.
I've always been impressed with Neil's versatility... from country (Harvest) to folk (Gold Rush) to grunge/rock (here)... heck even do-wap (Shocking Pinks). Other comments may imply a lack of talent... I disagree. I find Neil's music is excellent. Less is more - he never professed to be a complicated songwriter, nor a virtuoso vocalist. He gets the job done.
NoEnzLefttoSplit wrote:
It is just one photo, but yeah, nice chemistry.
say what you will, I think they are an awesome couple.
It is just one photo, but yeah, nice chemistry.
Pearl Jam sure gave him some juice on this album
cavemanleong wrote:
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
I don't know that racism and hatred have been normalized. What HAVE been normalized are the corrupt pay-for-play Citizens United dark money politicians who usually do whatever their patrons pay them to do. That is what has been normalized, and if indulging racism, intolerance and violence against immigrants and people of color is what the secret donors expect for the maintenance of their power, that is what we get. It's about fear and control. I don't know that racism and hatred, per se, are by themselves the only issues, although they are very much in the mix. If you want to lower the temperature and the hatred, get rid of many of the fucking politicians bought by big undisclosed money. They steal our money --A HUGE AMOUNT OF OUR MONEY -- and our votes, our public lands and our environment. With fear and guns and power money they can really screw things up. On the scale of it, what are 10 - 15,000+ lives lost per year to racially-stoked gun violence and economic oppression to keep reminding the peons who the fuck is in charge? VOTE. Then with one hand shake your neighbor's hand, and with the other flip the middle finger to these hosebags. Just sayin'.
Great segue from Mumford &Sons “Snakeyes”! Good job, Bill.
cavemanleong wrote:
Yes, indeed!
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Yes, indeed!
yoksa wrote:
No, Tom Petty has that wrapped up solid.
Niel can't really sing, at best average guitarist as well as a composer and, occasionally, great lyricist. The most overrated artist of his generation.
No, Tom Petty has that wrapped up solid.
I want to like this but, maybe because I’m trying to work, the random cymbal clashing and LOUD guitar in the background and his vague warbling isn’t doing it for me.
I love this album! Lots of rocking with Pearl Jam helping.
say what you will, I think they are an awesome couple.
yoksa wrote:
Well, then it's probably a good thing that RP usually doesn't play much Niel.
Neil, on the other hand FRIGGIN ROCKS and as everyone knows is way UNDER rated.
Niel can't really sing, at best average guitarist as well as a composer and, occasionally, great lyricist. The most overrated artist of his generation.
Well, then it's probably a good thing that RP usually doesn't play much Niel.
Neil, on the other hand FRIGGIN ROCKS and as everyone knows is way UNDER rated.
Neil Young may not be for everyone but I LOVE him. Maybe I like his voice so much because when I sing along I sound as good as he does. 
Love Neil and his crunchy guitars
yoksa wrote:
Is your day job being a music critic?
Niel can't really sing, at best average guitarist as well as a composer and, occasionally, great lyricist. The most overrated artist of his generation.
Is your day job being a music critic?
yoksa wrote:
I grew up really digging Neil, but I'm finding him more and more irritating as time goes on. There are some classics, but just about everything w/electric guitar is almost unbearable.
Niel can't really sing, at best average guitarist as well as a composer and, occasionally, great lyricist. The most overrated artist of his generation.
I grew up really digging Neil, but I'm finding him more and more irritating as time goes on. There are some classics, but just about everything w/electric guitar is almost unbearable.
benhardt57 wrote:
The "orange guy" loves the people of his country and that's interpreted as hatred.
Up is down and black is white. The world has done gone to hell.
Let’s be honest... the “orange guy” loves himself. Everything else is clearly BS.
The "orange guy" loves the people of his country and that's interpreted as hatred.
Up is down and black is white. The world has done gone to hell.
Let’s be honest... the “orange guy” loves himself. Everything else is clearly BS.
gofishbish wrote:
The "orange guy" loves the people of his country and that's interpreted as hatred.
Up is down and black is white. The world has done gone to hell.
LOL - whaaa...huh?
Ok, wow. So... apparently there's hatred coming from all different directions.
And I'm pretty sure (I'd hope at least) ol' Neil was talking about alllllll hatred.
ExploitingChaos wrote:
Ok, wow. So... apparently there's hatred coming from all different directions.
And I'm pretty sure (I'd hope at least) ol' Neil was talking about alllllll hatred.
ExploitingChaos wrote:
Impeach the orange guy already jeez
The "orange guy" loves the people of his country and that's interpreted as hatred.
Up is down and black is white. The world has done gone to hell.
Niel can't really sing, at best average guitarist as well as a composer and, occasionally, great lyricist. The most overrated artist of his generation.
Sensitive people see it coming a long way off.
I love this. Those cymbals are getting a bit of a hiding.
LOL - whaaa...huh?
Ok, wow. So... apparently there's hatred coming from all different directions.
And I'm pretty sure (I'd hope at least) ol' Neil was talking about alllllll hatred.
ExploitingChaos wrote:
Ok, wow. So... apparently there's hatred coming from all different directions.
And I'm pretty sure (I'd hope at least) ol' Neil was talking about alllllll hatred.
ExploitingChaos wrote:
Impeach the orange guy already jeez
When Neil is on, he is ON. With the boys from PJ on the case, this is him being on. Most of the songs on this cd/ep - like some of Neil's other cd's - don't always live up to the quality of this song. But, this is one of the good ones. And - regards acoustic Neil vs electric Neil, I'll take the latter, thank you very much. Having seen him live 5 times now, I can say, he's a lot fun to watch when he pulls out that black electric of his.
Thank you for this today, Bill!! 
Another very appropriate song for the crazy times we're living in at the moment. Racism and hatred must never be normalized.
Kick ass set of music this evening, Bill. Much appreciated and enjoyed.
Impeach the orange guy already jeez
kingart wrote:
kingart wrote:
Mr. T's Walk of Fame star has since been busted up for the second time by a 1) pickaxe patriot, 2) vandal, 3) crackpot, 4) rejected Apprentice contestant, 5) shouldn't that thing be in NYC anyway?, we'd tell you where to plant it.
sfyi2001 wrote:
sfyi2001 wrote:
this is neil's song of the day at his archives site ... 8/17/18
class is in session ... this is why you love/hate him ... discuss
from youtube ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxpAFjMxc40&start_radio=1&list=RDLxpAFjMxc40
ps ... the kids in his pick up band seem to be having a good time
class is in session ... this is why you love/hate him ... discuss
from youtube ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxpAFjMxc40&start_radio=1&list=RDLxpAFjMxc40
ps ... the kids in his pick up band seem to be having a good time
Mr. T's Walk of Fame star has since been busted up for the second time by a 1) pickaxe patriot, 2) vandal, 3) crackpot, 4) rejected Apprentice contestant, 5) shouldn't that thing be in NYC anyway?, we'd tell you where to plant it.
sfyi2001 wrote:
sfyi2001 wrote:
For those who are interested in the work of this artist:
The hanging sculpture, titled Identity Crisis belongs to Brooklyn artist Michael Murphy, who writes that it, "is about the United States rooting its image in violence and intimidation." Shift your perspective from the front to the side, and the whole thing ceases to be America, instead becoming one giant handgun.
You can find more of the artist on https://www.perceptualart.com/
Definitely worth a visit!
Mindblowing