Neil Young (album)

Neil Young is the debut studio album by Canadian singer-songwriter Neil Young, released in January 1969 by Reprise Records. After his departure from Buffalo Springfield, Young signed a solo deal with Reprise and began work on this self-titled album.

The album features a blend of folk, country, and psychedelic rock influences, showcasing Young's emerging songwriting style and distinctive vocals. While Neil Young is considered a formative work, it was not initially a commercial success and is often overshadowed by his later, more popular albums.

Notable tracks include "The Loner," which became a concert staple, and "I've Been Waiting for You," later covered by David Bowie. The album also features contributions from musicians such as Ry Cooder.

Although the album didn't achieve widespread popularity upon release, it is now regarded as an important entry point into Neil Young's extensive discography and a significant step in the development of his signature sound. The album has been reissued several times, including as part of box sets and on vinyl.