This album was Neil Young's first solo album, and as such, I think its a pretty remarkable debut. The production of the album doesn't sound as timeless as some of his future work, but it definitely is Neil. However, you can definitely date this album to the time period from which it came from, and hints of psychedelia abound.
Some of the tracks hint at later grandeur, and true "Neil Youngishness", for instance "The Last Trip to Tulsa", which seems to be an echo of some of his later epics. "I've Been Waiting for You" is another great track, that I was actually familiar before via an excellent David Bowie cover.
Overall, I found the album a pleasant listening experience, however, although I look upon it fondly, I do not recommend it as a must listen to for a first time Neil Young listener.
Favorite Track: I've Been Waiting For You - just a fun, fun track.
Least Favorite Track: If I Could Have Her Tonight - it was hard to pick a worst track, but I think this one probably is it. Not terribly memorable, and just not typical of what I enjoy of Neil.
Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0
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Its interesting, our review of the first Neil Young have a lot of similarities.
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