Waging Heavy Peace

By: Neil Young

Narrated by: Keith Carradine

Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's summary

The perfect gift for music lovers and Neil Young fans, telling the story behind Neil Young's legendary career and his iconic, beloved songs. “I think I will have to use my time wisely and keep my thoughts straight if I am to succeed and deliver the cargo I so carefully have carried thus far to the outer reaches". (Neil Young, from Waging Heavy Peace)

Legendary singer and songwriter Neil Young’s storied career has spanned over 40 years and yielded some of the modern era’s most enduring music. Now for the first time ever, Young reflects upon his life - from his Canadian childhood, to his part in the '60s rock explosion with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, through his later career with Crazy Horse and numerous private challenges. An instant classic, Waging Heavy Peace is as uncompromising and unforgettable as the man himself.

©2012 Neil Young (P)2012 Penguin Audio

True genius

I'm a life-long Neil Young fan and even named my youngest son after him. It's a great book for people who want insight into the mind of this genius. Loved it.

who doesn't love Neil Young?

great anecdotes about the beginning of his career, and didn't projects through time. he does tend to bounce around a bit, but it's easy enough to follow if you pay attention. glad that I downloaded this book!

Felt at times like a commercial for pono

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have. Interesting life.

What did you like best about this story?

Hearing Neil's take on those things I've heard about him

Which scene was your favorite?

Neil Young cruising down the highway in his old boat of a car with a quiet electric motor and the top of the line pono car stereo system.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Yeah. Him.

I never thought I would be bored by anything from Neil Young

One of my most favorite singers and songwriters ever, I was really looking forward to this. But it feels rambling and without heart or passion. Not much about music either, at least the first several chapters. Just random thoughts. Bummer.

I love Neil young but this book was just all over the place.

I just read the book by Graham Nash of Crosby stills and Nash and so I wanted to read the book about Neil Young.

He didn’t talk about his experiences with CS N as much as I would’ve liked, He talked a lot about cars and other things that wasn’t that interesting for me. He went through so many women that it just became a blur.

Neil Young in his own words.

This book is a glimpse into the mind of Neil Young. He spoke into a microphone and gave us vignettes of his thoughts and important events in his life. He is passionate about cars, music, family, the environment, model trains, and more. He talks about his physical challenges and those of his children. He tells stories of the early days of Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Crazy Horse and brings us into his present relationships with his fellow artists and other friends. He goes from topic to other topics and then back again. It sounds crazy, but it works. I love Neil's music, even the Shocking Pinks and Trans era stuff. He is an artist, not just a performer and this book reflects that. He is sometimes thought of as a liberal because of his anti-war songs and environmental stance. But he talks about how he dislikes stereotyping of individuals and has a more nuanced and gracious view of people with different perspectives.

Keith Carradine has an expressive voice and does an outstanding job narrating this book. Even if you have not been a Neil Young fan you will probably enjoy this book. It is an delightful listen.

Interesting book

I’ve been a lifelong fan of Neil Young and I found this book very interesting and very enjoyable to read. I would recommend this to any Neil Young fan because I think they would enjoy it and get a kick out of the story in it.

Loved it

Loved Waging Heavy Peace. Neil Young delivers his stories with honesty and perspective, and provides a well-rounded view of his life.

I remember now!

What a great adventure the 60’s and beyond were
Neil captures all the love and freedom we all felt along the highway of drugs, sex and rock and roll
We’re all past that now but it certainly shaped the way I take in life now
Never for money Always for Love Neil
Always in your debt
By the way I felt like the birds that followed you around that day were all your friends that left way to early
Big hugs brother

Getting to know Neil Young

Where does Waging Heavy Peace rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

One of my favorite biographies. I felt like i was sitting down with Neil Young as he told me stories about his life.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Neil Young. Listening to the book brought me closer to who the man is instead of just the guy on the records.

Which scene was your favorite?

Just listening to Neil describe his passion for not just his music, but all music.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

That would be nice, if a little impractical. The narrative aspect of it was a nice change from most biographies I have read.