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THE REVIEW
Just listened to this album, knowing that not long before Neil Young had been struck by a cerebral aneurysm and had lost his father, I felt a great emotion.
The album, the best of the 2000s by Young, conveys an extraordinary sense of peace and relaxation. Right from the start, with the masterful acoustic ballad "The Painter" (dedicated to his daughter), you enter one of the most familiar worlds of the Canadian artist. The album's peak is then reached by "No Wonder" in a thrilling crescendo up to the memorable entrance of the violin and by track no. 5, "It's a Dream", a real dream (with those strings...) that you wish would never end.
Also remarkable is "He Was The King", obviously dedicated to Elvis, a song with rock tinges, yet still fitting into the country-rock that serves as the backdrop to the whole album. "Prairie Wind" is probably the least successful song, despite giving the entire album its title, which would have benefited from shorter duration, but the obsessive chorus repeated by the women eventually gets into your head and doesn't leave you. Just as this amazing album by a Neil Young returned to very high levels, doesn't leave you, once again after being marked by pain. Pain from which he evidently always draws inspiration for great works, just think of the epic "Tonight's The Night".
"Prairie Wind" is a warm, lulling record, to be listened to over and over. Alone or with company, it doesn't matter. The important thing is to let yourself be captured by this prairie wind.
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Prairie Wind is one of Neil Young's finest works of the 2000s, created in the wake of personal tragedy. The album features peaceful, acoustic ballads and country-rock elements, delivering an emotional, warm listening experience. Standout tracks include "The Painter," "No Wonder," and "It's a Dream." Despite some minor flaws, the album's heartfelt spirit and soothing aura make it a memorable and deeply moving record.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Neil Young
Neil Young (born 1945) is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician, active since the 1960s. He gained prominence with Buffalo Springfield, later collaborated with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, and has released influential solo albums and records with Crazy Horse across folk, country and electric rock.67 Reviews
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