Description:

A few months after the release of the masterpiece "After the Gold Rush", on January 22, 1971, in Stratford, Connecticut, a pure performance by a single artist using only an acoustic guitar, piano, and harmonica was recorded. This is a rare and previously unreleased live recording that offers a glimpse into the roots of the legendary Neil Young, featuring a pure performance by one artist.YOUNG SHAKESPEARE" includes early acoustic performances of songs from the then just-released "After the Gold Rush" album, such as "Tell Me Why" and "Don't Let It Bring You Down," as well as "Old Man," "The Needle and the Damage Done," "A Man Needs a Maid," and "Heart of a Maid," all from the classic "Harvest" album that would be released over a year later. Cowgirl in the Sand," "Helpless," "Down by the River," and "Sugar Mountain," as well as live recordings of fan-favorite tracks.