Norah Jones with Neil Young 'Down By The River' - Mountain View, CA - 25 October 2014

Norah Jones with Puss n' Boots is joined by Neil Young for 'Down By The River' at the Bridge School Benefit #28, on 25 October 2014
Audio: Core-Sound HE Binaurals to Sony PCM-M10;
Video: Canon G15;
Sound editing: Audacity;
Audio-video synchronization and editing: iMovie

[@Grant_Ferstat]

Not only is Norah one of the best singers on the planet she has exquisite song taste.

[@beaulyons1977]

True

[@thinkinoutloud]

I've been a Neil Young fan all my life. I'm 68 years old. Norah Jones is a lot like Neil, she carved out a niche for herself and stays true to it.

[@wayneanthonyholmes4437]

Absolute fact! Love em both! 👌

[@jeanpettry-husk1370]

@@wayneanthonyholmes4437 💯 %

[@incognitotorpedo42]

Two legends.

[@oliveoil4380]

I’m 60. First album bought: Harvest. Nora makes the best, better!

[@milopopovich1705]

I’m 76 years young and loving this rendition of this classic tune. Been down by this river with Neil many times and Norah makes it so sweet. Timeless…

[@crushedz]

Neil Young's mastery of the guitar is astounding producing hugely satisfying music.

[@smartluck100]

Wait...what?

[@pegsutton8438]

Hey, what about Nora ?

[@crushedz]

@@pegsutton8438 My head was stuck my arse that day

[@jphalen1]

Damn, she's got such a sultry voice. I could listen to Norah all day long. For her to cover Uncle Neil is a great tribute. Having him just hang bang and let her lead the performance is so "Neil" of him. That's why he's such a badass. He's the rough in a diamond!

[@Neotropix12]

Well said! I love them both. Her voice is inspiring!

[@Neotropix12]

totally agree!

[@fiorellacava3253]

It's amazing to see that a rock'n roll star like Neil Young can be so trully, an excelent companion, on stage, to a young rock performer and composer as the adorable Norah Jones.

[@larryordine7542]

She never blows a cover. Always brings something. Amazing talent.

[@neillewis1389]

A nugget of gold(rush). Thankyou youtube.

[@rosanacastro9161]

Down here,in Brazil,up there in the States..WHEREVER YOU ARE Mr YOUNG....IT'S pure privilege to be allowed to listen to you. ALL HATS OFF 🎩🎩🎩🧢🧢🧢🎓🎓🎓🎓⛑⛑⛑

[@clarenceblair429]

This is how a gentleman accompanies a young lady he doesnt try to up stage her nora and Neil. Some of the best

[@thestreak9]

hes so humble great duo for a great song

[@mikemorgan5015]

What a great performance! Neil is so cool. Doesn't barge in and take over. Just lays down some of his amazing patented simple great guitar work in support. This is what music is all about right here. Wish the video was better, but the sound is awesome! Beautifully done!

[@TheMofeller]

It was at the bridge school concert. Last one held in 2016. I was there for this. ALWAYS an incredible show. Heart breaking that this yearly concert has come to an end!

[@Smiffy55ukx]

The great thing that all aspiring guitarists should learn from Neil is that the gaps between the notes are as important as the notes he plays.

[@richardhoward4645]

If I could only take one video with me into the darkness I would choose this one. It is a gem of collaboration and an incredibly timeless song . Other stuff may be fantastic but nothing reaches the heights achieved in this simple arrangement.. Thank you Neil and Norah and the girls in the band. Pure, pure bliss

[@brusselsprout5851]

As a teen I thought that album was one of the best there ever was. Still is. And what a great job of it Norah & her band did with him. They kept up!

[@MichaelMiller-jx4vz]

I have not yet seen it, but because of your commentary I will.

[@jazz185]

The genius that is Neil Young. Understated as always, so laid back. Seen him many times, never disappointed. The longevity of this man's eclectic career just is amazing.

[@TheRjp61]

The greatness of Neil Young shines here. Comes out, plays awesome guitar, and then sings backing vocals on one of his greatest songs!

[@robbpowell194]

Well, the Bridge School got a double blessing ❗️I am glad someone could share their handcam with us. Neil was understated and mesmerizing

[@danieltrickey9285]

Best solo I think I've heard from Neil.

[@IrisMcnab]

So happy I HAPPENED upon this video, all this quarantining, has me all cooped up! I love Neil Young,and adore Norah Jones! Awesome!

[@bobjones9600]

Ditto

[@TheAtticradio]

Totally amazing a very good vocal to an awesome song with Neil Young playing lead guitar that’s music !

[@LuisContreras-fp6bt]

WOW

[@joemamaurmama]

Bad video, bad audio, and I'm still digging this in 2020. Two of my all time greatest artists. Plus their very talented and beautiful band.Neil was such a gentleman here. Plus the whole concert is all about the kids. Yup. Still here.

[@michaelthorner]

It's amazing how fast 8 minutes goes by because of that groove in Down By The River... magic.

[@JS-op7en]

Wow! NJ sings and plays beautifully. And NY rips that little guitar. Gifted people like that sharing their gifts are a true blessing for everyone who is fortunate enough to share it. Namaste

[@neilxify]

I’d give anything to be that old guy with the hat who strolled on to solo and do backing vocals for the gorgeous and multitalented Norah Jones! Lucky old bastard😁👍👍

[@groba50]

Nice one 😂😂😂😂

[@idaho2ndgens240]

A legend walks on stage and everyone knows it. What a great song.

[@joemamaurmama]

I'm sorry if it's wrong, but I'm flat out, stoned cold in love with Norah. I've loved Neil since 1969, so awesome.

[@laurenlabarre7709]

Incredible to see the 2 natural, eclectic, Virtuoso's of our times. Bravo! Bella, Bella!

[@jeffbellew371]

I watch this performance now and think how easy it is to just listen to their guitars sing to each-other and wow just love

[@adriendixmier5603]

A great moment of music. Nora Jones is a amazing singer and Neil Young a extraordinary guitarist. Thanks

[@jodysimons1]

Neil Young Fan . Been revisiting this version for a few years. Love her interpretation. Awesome that I feel his writing intended 3 decades later. Well done.

[@peterbryant19]

Norah's voice is perfect for this song. Love it!

[@vmgyorkos]

Saw this concert at the Bridge School Benefit #28. Missing this benefit concert...Fabulous concert by the way! OMGosh! Went two nights in a row this year. Happy for him he's moved on, sorry for the rest of us out there! giggle...

[@TheBabashee]

Neil's playing is seldom showcased, and he's a credit to Canada, and the world. Norah is so natural, unforced, fine musician without any bullshit. This jam is worthy of the Grateful Dead on their best night.

[@marcelstive3385]

Unselfish greatness .... his guitar singing and just supporting Norah, indeed our legend Neil Young

[@percyhawkins716]

That was nice of them to keep playing through the apparent earthquake.

[@PlainVidz]

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@609fred]

Please don't even talk about the video. It's about the music, the beautiful interaction between a legend and a soon to be legend. Norah has such incredible respect for those who came before. I love watching her play with the stars of the industry. She is beautiful in so many ways and Neil was better than ever. This is a classic. Thank you for posting!

[@l3radick]

Mad respect to Neil for that eloquent solo

[@douglasmccoll6296]

JAMMIN OUT NEIL!!! PRICELESS CLASSIC NY SOLO!!! I'm as humbled as I am inspired! NJ was totally into it!

[@omarverdeoliveros9590]

Hoy 2 de septiembre de 2024 oyendo esta pieza inmortal de la música progresiva. Una de mis favoritas desde la escuché por primera vez hace más de medio siglo. Tengo 63. Saludos desde Venezuela ❤ l

[@davidcowan4942]

Greetings from a 52 year old from Scotland. Massive Neil Young fan. Like Ms Jones roo

[@dennispumphrey3931]

This will be a memory forever for Nora to play with one of The Greats!!

[@ElainaDeva]

Old Guitar play's are seasoned... like a good wine... it spills out from them..

[@w8godot]

Every time I chance upon a Norah Jones video I fall in love again. What an exquisite artist.

[@rr-xg2qv]

I probably listened to "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere" more than any other album ever, and this song was its cornerstone. And like - Norah Jones wasn't even born at the time! What a treat to come across this video! Thanks for posting.

[@edardizone3018]

I agree, I wore that sucker out. Still have the original vinyl. I cannot count the times I have seen Neil Young live. Solo, International Harvesters with Merle Haggard (countrified version of this song is awesome). CSN&Y (he made those guys look like rookies) except Stills whose talent has always been unappreciated. Then again, how do you compete with the true genius of Neil Young. And, of course saw him many times with Crazy Horse. His best concerts have always been with them IMHO.

[@tjinnes]

That was a pretty mystical guitar break by Niel. Great music thanks.

[@jr_sleds5125]

I almost want to cry how amazing it is when they're playing together

[@davidjollymore4578]

Thankyou Neil for decades of great tunes and times. Speechless.

[@judy0judy]

Love this collaboration 🎶

[@daver62911]

that was my dads birthday thank you Neil. Please forgive the recorder. But I got to see this and it was if I was there. thank you for the music, Neil.

[@cyndifoore7743]

She’s got an amazing voice!

[@blacksunfish]

Norah could sing the phone book and it would sound sultry and amazing. Neil's solo was great.

[@jacobfallo2214]

Nora is adorable...and SOOOOO TALENTED....that old guy next to her too....lol

[@jdastro]

Norah Jones is great but Neil Young is a master of music. Great video! Gave me, an old fogey, chills.

[@Veeebeeee]

I love how Norah Jones is the daughter of an absolute legend, so all the other absolute legends like to perform with her, but then she is so brilliant that they are all really happy to do it.

[@PlainVidz]

Ridiculous. They want to perform with Nora because of her amazing voice that is comparable to none. Ravi's "Music" is nothing short of sounds I might pick my nose to.

[@saskia316]

Neil's guitar work undiminished as acoustic on this song.....plays and listens well with others! TY for posting this.

[@Dan-kc3jy]

Even though his microphone not working, Neil is singing back ups, what a musician! To allow Nora to sign the tune to her audience, incredible.....

[@denniswayneradcliffe8442]

Just an amazing version.

[@dpforth]

You know you've made it when Neil joins you on stage.

[@roseblake5803]

dpforth : He should have made it to his wife’s death bed instead of leaving her for Darryl Hannah.

[@artvallejos1460]

@@roseblake5803 Those without sin,cast the first stone.

[@tomgaylord1601]

Neil as a backup singer on Down By The River... I love it!

[@maggiereeves8585]

Neil is the most unpretentious guy and wears it well. I don't think he has ever given a fuck about how he looks or dresses. He's got the talent and plenty of fans. I love to listen to him.

[@georgefanning8144]

The man is just great and Norah Jones is wonderful ... a surprisingly amazing blend!

[@Caiuser]

How blessed are we that see and hear this. It just doesn't get any better than this....thank you everyone involved......such beautiful artistry brings tears to my eyes

[@timowalsh5607]

Neil you have been in my life for the past 50 years keep it up Eamonn Ireland

[@christifreeman8023]

Excellent version! Thanks Nora Jones!!💙

[@eundanflynn]

Beautiful

[@stan0matic]

I had this playing while I was doing some other work, didn't see the wobbly camera. Loved it.

[@andrewtoebbe3885]

I love how at 1:52 its like Miss Norah Jones has perfect sense of where this camera is shooting from and spots herself perfectly at just the right time to be in the shot with her and Neil....such a perfectly captured moment and I myself am grateful for this footage and for both of these artists individually...this moment of them sharing the stage is simply inspirational....I love Mr. Young's solo...that's how u solo to a song that u urself wrote years and years ago...truly a showcase of his talent and individuality...thank you and I hope everyone enjoys as much as I do watching this ! 😁 Peace and love from Louisville, KY, USA

[@timmybeckman2758]

She knew this was probably only going to happen once.

[@aprilfrederick8329]

So good to find this on KZbin. I was at that concert. It was my favorite performance of the evening.

[@michelcarpentier3170]

Watched and listened 1000 times….loved it 1001 times 🥰

[@paultempke]

My all-time faorite tune from when I heard its first recording ca. 1970. Brings tears....

[@debbieedwards711]

This is one of my all time favorite songs so all I can say is MAGNIFICENT!!!!!

[@NancyR3454]

Awesome. I love how he lets her have the song.

[@sukkermadstisser6245]

Every now and then you discover something absolutely amazing here on KZbin. Thank you for sharing this gem.

[@Oldskoolbloke]

The odd gem like this more than compensates for the rest of the dross.

[@davidedward2352]

It is so great seeing Nora singing a classic like this. Such a good voice mixed with a great song.

[@kathypignaloniyoder6418]

Saw Neil Young in concert a couple years ago, best concert ever, would have been an all nighter if he wasn't kicked off the stage. The man would not stop playing, could tell how much he loved his music. He got fined for playing beyond the time frame but he didn't care, he was angry that he was stopped. Have loved his music since he began his career, can't beat that guitar sound.

[@drpeterthompson5894]

He sang rocking in the free world for about 3 days at Glastonbury! haha

[@NailFactoryProds]

Classic. Where was that?

[@elizabethhcarson]

Such gorgeous intimate soulful playing by Neil Young

[@regis387]

I love how he gave the bass player a little bump at the end - and then tipped his hat. What a guy. So sad he lost his home in the fire.

[@ccarruso5140]

Regis ah he can afford another !! not like hell struggle

[@roseblake5803]

Regis :It’s more sad that his wife died right after he left her knowing she had cancer. I used to love Neil , not so much anymore.

[@timeriderx]

WOAH..... just awesome! Of course to listen to Neil but Norah I can listen to all night long! Nice soul and a legend in her own time now! What a treat! Thanks for the video!!!!!

[@markdunstan4510]

I love how Nora barely took her eyes off Neil's hands throughout his entire solo. Can't say I would have either.

[@pbhoidale]

There he is, the man himself, the father of grunge, Mr. Neil Young!

[@XtremeDogg]

my eyes are on fire, but my ears are soothed.

[@zaks7306]

I love watching Nora watch Neil 😅

[@andree.b4723]

Learning like she did with Dad, get the latest, just unreal....

[@richardhoward232]

One of the very best performances you[ll ever see. Excellent and beyond

[@davidparnell1893]

OMG...before KZbin I missed so much...Norah Jones and Neil Young....I wasn't there, but I felt like I could have been...this was a beautiful performance...at the speed of intimacy...you can enjoy every note and every word!!

[@uncafelix]

Two super talents and great people. Young and Old but the same spirit. Thats what makes America truly great.

[@s.kasbashian9969]

Amazing talent; such a wonderful amazing thing! Thank you!

[@christinaleaman8678]

She sings so good and he's just great

[@Maxaldojo]

Mmmmm... Norah Jones singing Neil Young... My heart be still.

[@praisegod.jesusislord.256]

unbelievable, this is my new favorite song!

[@mongobanger]

Neil Young is a great human being and one of my fave singer, songwriters,musicians !!

[@PoetlaureateNFDL]

Wow this is great 😊😊😊

[@doowaditti]

What a fantastic version...only 2nd to Neil's original because I heard it first time around.Hope they do more together!!!

[@kevinsackett865]

Neil Young steps in and adds what only the creator can. He makes it come alive!

[@matthewwalsh6374]

such is life

[@italino]

Classics of our time, just great!

[@marygray9900]

This was great!!. Neil is such a perfect gentlemen. I noticed he did not upstage the girl. Instead he sang as a background singer. His guitar solo was legendary.

[@MihailEtropolski]

Mary Gray he might be a gentleman, but I'm almost positive that's not what influenced his decision. He's an artist first and foremost, so whatever choices he made on stage were in service of making the performance the best, to his ears and eyes.

[@kateb6775]

Would you have said the same thing about if it were a man he was playing with? If not, this is an oddly sexist remark.

[@nblackmore]

WTF Kate. This is about music. Take your feminist head out of your ass.

[@brightstar8867]

Mary Gray upstage the girl? That's Norah Jones she's not just a girl. She's 9 time Grammy Award winning 😂

[@ericvolenz7737]

his comment struck me the same way, Kate B. And Im an old man who has recently had his fill off sexist pigs.

[@gerryhomer9196]

It does not get much better than this

[@haldorasgirson9463]

Sound quality is GREAT! Bet that was a fantastic live event to attend. Obviously not in a sports arena.

[@ejr5480]

When Neil Young comes on stage with anybody, he blows them all away. Nobody can compete with his dynamic guitar or voice, period! Just ask Bruce and Clarance!

[@lawrencelittle4827]

This is great. Look at her watching his every move during the solo guitar! Just soaking it up!

[@nj1639]

There's a technical aspect to it, watching his notes to be able to accompany with chords that enhance. There's work involved and she showed the talent she has, not just another pretty face.

[@netotube2008]

My mind hey hey R&R can never die.

[@CODYj423]

Wow. Always glad to see the camera worker from Blair Witch Project still getting gigs

[@dikbozo]

and the moving edit of it to make it even more unwatchable BUT we persist BC Neil Young acoustic version. Pretty darn good one too.

[@aprilfrederick8329]

I was at this show. So glad you recorded it. The best performance of the night.

[@reconeix]

Norah and Neil, such a beautiful thing.