Neil Young celebrates his 71st birthday today! The legendary guitarist has maintained an active career for the last 50 years, from his days in Buffalo Springfield and Crosby Stills Nash and Young to his current work with Promise of the Real. Through countless songs, albums and more, Young has maintained the voice of humanist protest.
In honor of Young’s legacy, we put together a list featuring some of our favorite bands who were inspired by him. Check out some great Neil Young songs below.
Gov’t Mule and Blackberry Smoke – “Southern Man”
Ween – “Old Man”
The Flaming Lips – “After The Gold Rush”
Phish – “Albuquerque”
Widespread Panic – “Heart Of Gold”
Dave Matthews Band with Warren Haynes – “Down By The River”
Umphrey’s McGee – “Cinnamon Girl”
moe. – “Down By The River”
Radiohead – “After The Gold Rush”
Pearl Jam (w/ Neil Young) – “Rockin In The Free World”