Neil Young, well liked and admired by Dave, is the composer and original performer for "Down By The River." Dave's appreciation and love for Young's lyrics are expressed by the way he delicately and passionately sings this song. I've never heard this song sung live, as it's a bit of a rarity, especially now days. He's only played this song about 16 times, mostly in 2006 and 2007, including the 2006 performance at the Bridge School Benefit with Neil Young himself. Dave has played this song once more recently on December 11th, 2009 at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.
Title: Down By The River
Original Artist: Neil Young
Why I Love It: As a casual fan of Neil Young, it was a treat to get to hear Dave sing "Down By The River." I love the slow pace the song strolls along at. Admittedly, I prefer this song done solo or with Dave and Tim as opposed to the full band. In certain versions, Dave sings the song so emotionally, it practically brings me to tears. I can hear this song a thousand times and I get equally emotionally involved each time.
Memories: Perhaps my preference for this song performed solo comes from the fact the first time I heard it was on Dave and Tim's Live At Radio City album. The way he performs in this version is one of the most stirring covers I've ever heard him sing. I love the natural rasp to his voice and he uses to his advantage to express the emotion of the song and powerful lyrics. Tim never disappoints either with his solo on Live At Radio City; he truly is a genius.
Favorite Lyric: She could drag me over the rainbow/ Take me away/ Down by the river/ I shot my baby/ Down by the river/ Dead
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