Buffalo Springfield: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1997

Rock Hall Bio: http://rockhall.com/inductees/buffalo-springfield/bio/

Buffalo Springfield emerged as one of the first successful North American bands in the wake of the British Invasion. It helped launch the careers of Neil Young, Stephen Stills, Richie Furay, and Jim Messina. They combined folk, country and rock to create their own unique sound. Infighting, drugs, and other internal issues ripped the band apart.

Nowadays Clancy Can’t Even Sing (1966):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SmxEw3b1qg

For What It’s Worth (1967):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRz0ogNCsTQ&feature=fvst

Rock n Roll Woman (1967):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3geccksTYZ8

On the Way Home (1968):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YdRP-9BOiE

They reunited for some dates in 2011, but went on hiatus in

Crosby, Stills, & Nash: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1997

Rock Hall Bio: http://rockhall.com/inductees/crosby-stills-and-nash/bio/

David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash all belonged to popular and successful acts before uniting to form the folk super group. They were known for the harmonies, internal disharmony, and political activism.

Marrakesh Express (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4r_HWWQyCs

Suite: Judy Blue Eyes (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMbuJXQCIvo

Woodstock (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKdsRWhyH30

Neil Young joined the group and has been an on-again off-again member.

Ohio (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnOoNM0U6oc

Just a Song Before I Go (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF-oWhD2itE

Despite success, having four superstars in the group created problems and the band became an on-again, off-again affair.

Wasted on the Way (1982):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg-Qdrr3XSk

Southern Cross (1982):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bw9gLjEGJrw

Got It Made (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0D3MEPALOE

No Tears Left (1999):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqXSHl_6TdI

 

Neil Young: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1995

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/neil-young/bio/

Young began performing in 1960 while still in Canada. Six years later, he moved to California and co-founded Buffalo Springfield.

For What It’s Worth (1967):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5M_Ttstbgs

The band broke up in 1968. He went solo for a short time before joining a super group.

Down By The River (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoA5cqDSasM

He joined Crosby, Stills and Nash for a spell…

Woodstock (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzF_MoXOU1E

About the Kent State Massacre in 1970:

Ohio (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnOoNM0U6oc

Back to solo in 1970...

Cinnamon Girl (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAdtUDaBfRA&feature=related

He condemned southern racism in…

Southern Man (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2jyzIrzs5Y

Heart of Gold (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eh44QPT1mPE

Old Man (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZtJqDIom5Q

Heroin addiction led to this happy tune:

The Needle and the Damage Done (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd3oqvnDKQk&ob=av2n

Young delved into history, from the Aztecs’ point of view, and used it as an allegory for lost love…

Cortez the Killer (1975):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G0qroTL51U

Like a Hurricane (1977):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Obfci1CIqq8

Four Strong Winds (1978):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfZes9fFmXc

Hey Hey My My (Into the Black) (1979):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMs3PCDM8Eg&feature=related

Surfer Joe and Moe the Sleaze (1981):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QTuiAL1RAg

Weight of the World (1986):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgsKFHNLpnU

He attacked sell-outs…

This Note’s For You (1988):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSSvzCNBvlQ&ob=av2e

And created a battle cry for the next generation of rock stars.

Rockin’ in the Free World (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdiCJUysIT0

Harvest Moon (1993):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2MtEsrcTTs&ob=av2n

By this point, Young was considered the Godfather of Grunge

Downtown w/Pearl Jam (1995):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo-4viCN_w4&ob=av2e

After 911...

Let’s Roll (2002):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtM_1BoqxWc

Grey Riders (2011):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRhRkKMoMC8

RS Mag's Top 500 Songs #61-70

61. Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On: Jerry Lee Lewis- The single flopped four times before Lewis got a hold of it. He added piano and energy and it became a smash.

62. Bo Diddley: Bo Diddley- Very influential beat. You can hear it in hundreds of songs.

63. For What It’s Worth: Buffalo Springfield- They predicted the clash between authorities and anarchy that accentuated the late 60s.

64. She Loves You: The Beatles- Initially panned by America, it made a comeback after Beatlemania began.

65. Sunshine of Your Love: Cream- What a riff.

66. Redemption Song: Bob Marley- Inspired by Marcus Garvey who was a bit of a clown.

67. Jailhouse Rock: Elvis Presley- Some lyrics that elude to big gay prison love.

68. Tangled Up in Blue: Bob Dylan- Great lyrics, great song.

69. Crying: Roy Orbison- Some of the best vocals ever!

70. Walk On By: Dionne Warwick- and call the psychic friends network!