NEW TIMELINE
Hi,
I just want to thank you for the new timeline. It is a really great improvement!! Thanks!
b.r – Ville
Thanks BR
much appreciated
LOVE
be well
Neil
CRAZY HORSE 70s LIVE?
Hi Neil,
I hope you’re enjoying the tour you are doing! I saw you in Brussels, I loved it!
Got a question/request, could you release more 1970 Crazy Horse live shows on the Archives website? I would love to hear concerts from the same tour as “Live at the Fillmore East” one.
Thank you very much.
And thanks to the band and and the crew for this Love Earth Tour. It is a real pleasure to see you live &;-)
Guillaume
Guillaume
Thanks
there are no others like the Fillmore. it was rare to record back then.
We may remix for vinyl.
LOVE
be well
Neil
INTERGENERATIONAL PARTY
Dear Neil,
I’d like to thank you and the Hearts for the Stuttgart concert and was very happy that you found your passport to cross the Swiss-German border (the Canadian or the American one?). Yes, the audience in Stuttgart being seated only was annoying. My son and I had been waiting on the rail for the show to start when security made us leave back for the seats.
Still it was a great pleasure to hear those Greendale songs. Back in the day, my then seven-year-old son scribbled Green family trees that included himself and his dad. Twenty-two years later, the young man who just has finished his doctorate in political sciences was sitting by my side. Looking at the audience (and those crowds through the decades since 1982), I always noticed the intergenerational bonds that your music is able to create, strengthen, and maintain over a long time. I am not surprised that there are downsides to this, also, but in the end the love you give.…
Listening to these songs and many of the others again was almost like having a big party with all these lifelong friends who are intertwined with one’s own biography, a pretty overwhelming experience. “Needle” being the first song I learnt playing on guitar, taught by a street musician when I hitchhiked as a fifteen-year-old through Alsace-Lorraine in France. “Like a Hurricane” is my first kiss, you get the idea.
You mentioned looking for songs to be included in a project documenting this tour, songs rarely played live and which have not seen a live release. “Peace Trail” and “LeNoise” songs came to my mind, also tracks from the “The Visitor.”
I wish you a great finale of this tour leg in London and Paris (Europe!), a good rest after this, and hope for another round next year. Stay healthy, please.
Thanks again
Dionys
Thanks Dionys
LOVE
be well
Neil
BRAZIL
Hello Neil,
I traveled all the way from Brazil to Brussels last week for the honor of attending your concert for the first time. You must remember the heat—I certainly remember the gig! Memories for a lifetime.
I’m writing this just hours after the orange man tried to interfere with Brazil’s rule of law, announcing tariffs because he’s unhappy that one of his global fascist pals, Bolsonaro, is facing federal charges. Bolsonaro will likely end up in jail for attempting a coup to overturn Brazil’s election results. It’s the same playbook we’ve seen before. But we’re really fighting back here. We’re still a free country (though, as you know better than most, democracy can’t be taken for granted).
That’s why I’d humbly suggest considering a concert in Brazil. It’s been a while. Your voice of freedom would mean a great deal to us right now, while we can still fight to hold these abject figures accountable for their crimes. You can certainly raise awareness, as you always did. And awareness is something we really need these days, in order to protect our free world. Together we can certainly keep on rockin’.
Thanks for being you.
Love from Latin America and best regards from Brazil,
AC.
AC
I am looking at BRAZIL with my agent….
LOVE
be well
Neil
GLASTONBURY
Please spill what the issue and speculation was around BBC/Glasto?
Use your imagination
LOVE
be well
Neil
ONE EARTH
NYA—
I encourage you to look at the relatively new journal, One Earth.X0007-X)
It’s free, open access, scientifically based and diverse in approaches and problems, and very much addresses One Health issues that NYA encompasses.
Take a look,
JG
Thanks JG
LOVE
be well
Neil
GLASTONBURY
How can I watch the set from Glastonbury 2025 is it available on NYA?
Not available on NYA at this time
LOVE
be well
Neil
OZZY
Hey Neil did you catch Ozzy Osborne’s last performance? What did you think of it?
Nope
But I love Ozzy!!
LOVE
be well
Neil
TOUR LOGBOOK
Hello de Paris
Thank you for these few reflections on this wonderful musical journey on the NYA Times-Contrarian.
This logbook, which takes us on a journey, is a wonderful idea.
I don’t know Ireland or the other European countries you visited, but all your descriptions, as well as the “Linkvolt ballads,” give me the impression of “knowing” these unknown places; with what you describe, I feel as if I know them well, or rather, I’m as close as possible to the Earth and humanity.
Thank you for all these moments. While waiting for your visit on July 13th, I’m following you from afar and listening to you closely.
Thank you, Neil Young.
Thank you, NYA.
Thanks
LOVE
be well
Neil
HYDE PARK
Hi Neil,
It was so awesome to see you at Hyde Park last night, the culmination to a great afternoon of performances by Van Morrison and Yusuf Cat Stevens. Your headlining set was sensational. You and the Chrome Hearts were like a raging volcano and the selection of songs was brilliant. I had to sit down for the epic finale though, but it was enthralling. Really glad I came—this was a real treat after a hard week at work—but this might also be the last time I go to a festival on a hot, hot day. It’s so physically demanding. But what a way to finish! From now on, it’ll be indoor and seated shows for me. Thank you Neil and the Chrome Hearts for a brilliant, memorable night. I will not forget it!
Ru
Thanks Ru
LOVE
be well
Neil
HYDE PARK
Haven’t seen you since 2019 when you last played Hyde Park with Dylan and you guys sounded so good and were on point last night. Seamless!
What a great set list kicking off with Ambulance Blues that blew everyone’s mind.
Not heard you play that since Hammersmith Apollo 2008/09?
I think we all could have gone home happy just hearing that.
So poignant and direct!
Thank you
I’ve not had that many beers in years
Billy
Thanks Billy
LOVE
be well
Neil
THRASHER
Hi Neil,
What is a thrasher?
Thanks for your rock and roll!
its a farm machine
adding the song to US Tour…
LOVE
be well
Neil
MONCHENGLADBACH
Dear Neil,
I had an absolute blast at the gig in Mönchengladbach recently! Not only was it the first time I saw you perform live, it was also the first time I heard the amazing ‘Ambulance Blues’! What a song! I don’t know what it is actually about, but I know it’s always going to get me. Well, I guess that’s the magic of music.
Thank you so much for all you do!
Tobias
Thanks Tobias
LOVE
be well
Neil
SAM COOKE
Sam Cooke
Working in the yard today, got a music mix in my ears, on comes “Bring it on Home to Me” Oh the Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts band could certainly bust that on home!!
hope all is well on the road.
Peace and Love
Jason
Jason
Great record!
LOVE
be well
Neil
HYDE PARK
Hi
Yesterday I was at The Hyde Park show. I never do this usually but today I feel compelled to write in. The show was something else—just brilliant. The performance had an intensity and vitality that I’ve rarely seen at a live show. Just fantastic. The sound was amazing! I’ve been to several of The Hyde Park BST events and the sound hasn’t been a patch on yesterday. Thank you!!
Best wishes
Jamie
Thanks Jamie
LOVE
be well
Neil
HOW FRIENDS MEET
Funny how Neil Young fans meet. I work seasonally at Mount Rushmore & every year my company hires J1’s foreign students from all over the world. One young man in his early twenties from Thailand I got to know, who goes by the name of Knot (they never use their real names). I happened to ask why did he want to come to America, and all he said was Classic Rock—specifically NEIL YOUNG.
He didn’t know how big a fan I am of yours. He further explained that his dream was to see you in concert (you will be touring America soon) and I was flabbergasted. I gave him the link to your concerts & your NYArchives app plus my complete collection of your music on a flash drive. He got in touch with his father from Bangkok (who also loves your work) & he will fly here in America to see you with his son.
Thanks
LOVE
be well
Neil
HALIIFAX VINYL
2 Words:
Halifax Vinyl!
Thanks for getting Halifax up on the timeline!
It ROCKS!!!
Needs an Official release.
Restless Consumer
CT
Thanks CT
LOVE
be well
Neil
DALHALLA SWEDEN
Hej Neil
Thank you for playing and singing at Dalhalla in Sweden! God it made me so warm and happy. Heard After the Goldrush in 1974, 17 years old, and have been listen to your music ever since.
Heard you stayed at a hotel in Tällberg. So did we, but in a different hotel I suppose. Had been so nice to say hello to you.
My husband really never listened to your music and was not too excited to go to Dalhalla but he changed his mind totally after the concert. So now we both love you and your music.
Lots of love to you and your family♥️
and thank you for your music, words and voice that touches our souls
Lena (from Sweden)
Thanks Lena
LOVE
be well
Neil
PARIS – FAMILY
Hi Neil!
Jordi from Barcelona writing. I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to share a wonderful experience my family and I had at your concert in Paris on July 13th. For the first time, I was accompanied by my daughter and my wife. It was a fantastic family event, and your concert was absolutely magnificent.
Thank you for providing such an incredible musical experience over the years. I wish you and your family good health and happiness.
Jordi
Thanks Jordi
LOVE
be well
Neil
SEATTLE
Hi Neil,
Are you contemplating adding another Seattle show?
Thanks in advance…
Regards,
PW
If we can.
LOVE
be well
Neil
BIG CHANGE
Dear Neil,
I really think ‘Big Change’ from the new album is a really powerful song. I hope you add it to the set sometime in the next leg of the tour (and jam it good!)
Peace, Brian
Thanks Brian
LOVE
be well
Neil
HYDE PARK
Hello Neil,
Congrats on a brilliant gig at London Hyde Park last Friday. Me and my friend Ros were there and we were blown away.
We are doing our bit to protect our own little patch of Mother Earth in England. We run a small organisation called Green Appleton which is rewilding the churchyard, encouraging people to value local wildlife by setting up trail cameras and recording the changing seasons at photo stations. We also run Repair Cafes to promote sustainability. Check out our website if you are interested.
Thanks a lot and good luck with the rest of the tour.
Helen
Thanks Helen
LOVE
be well
Neil
ECHOS
TOUR ALBUM
Hey Neil,
I hope you’re enjoying a nice rest after that wonderful tour. The Chrome Hearts wrapped your songs in a nice warm blanket of rhythm and rock. I’ve watched a bunch of YouTube videos and can envision a double vinyl release. How ’bout you?
Love,
Jack
Working on it now
LOVE
be well
Neil
COASTAL
“Coastal”
To The Office Of Sir Bernard Shakey:
We kindly request a limited Hearse Theater screening of “Coastal”
All The Best, J
YES! we will look at doing that asap.
LOVE
be well
Neil
LOVE EARTH
Dear Neil, band and crew,
The Love Earth Tour—Europe 2025 … wow.
Of course you saw and heard the fans—loving, and fully present. But have you also seen the critics? The reviews? The newspapers across all the countries you visited? Well, we know the media isn’t always the most reliable … but this time, they got it exactly right. What a triumph.
We were there with the whole family for the Groningen show (Netherlands).
(Ssst … the kids were impressed—and we already knew they would be. 😉 )
Thank you for a memorable night we already cherish.
Family Zuidinga
Dear family Z
LOVE
be well
Neil
DUBLIN / PARIS
Hi Neil,
Just wanted to thank you for the great shows in Dublin and Paris—two legendary nights! You and the band sounded amazing. I really loved the setlist you chose (and even hearing “Ordinary People” and “Down by the River” during the Dublin soundcheck was a bonus joy).
I also met some great people while we were queuing for the front row—the music truly brings people together. I know you prefer outdoor venues these days, but it was great to be able to get closer to the stage in Paris.
Can’t wait to hear how the live album turns out—it’ll be wonderful to have a souvenir from this tour. Hope to see you back in Europe soon, and hopefully this time you’ll visit Glasgow again.
Have fun on the U.S. leg of the tour—the people there are going to love it!
Love and only love,
Dror
Thanks Dror
LOVE
be well
Neil
TOUR LOGBOOK QUOTE
“its my life, not the phone’s”—fave quote from the enjoyable Love Earth diaries. Did some time offline last week during a 16mm filmmaking retreat/refresh. Still going off-news and social media. Feels better. Have even been off the set list reports, which was not easy! Great to see Daddy Went Walkin’ on the possible live release list. Passed through the area where he might have done just that.
Have a good ‘tween time. Glad you so enjoyed Euro leg. See y’all before too long.
Sandy
Lake of Bays, Ontario
Thanks Sandy
I’m there now!
LOVE
be well
Neil