Sadly Nils is a highly overlooked axe legend. However... for those of us who are about to rock, Sir Nils Lofgren, we most humbly salute you! Amen. "Long May You Run Nils".
I have always liked that Bruce says that Nils plays 100 times better than he does and yet will always wander over when he has a solo, "Maybe to see if I've gotten any better". His spinning solo on "Because the Night" is a highlight of Bruce's shows (the spinning being a modification of the flips he did now that he has two metal hips!) He is so humble and seems to be more than content to be the second (or 3rd when Stevie Van Zandt is on stage) guitarist and compliments those on stage with him so very well.
Nils really is a great guy. I'm currently (believe it or not) working on his next music video with our music/film production classes at Arcadia High School in Phoenix, AZ. We're in post, just in time because he's gone outta town now to practice since Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are getting back together. He's so awesome to work with, and he spoke about his different recording techniques and taught us some industry stuff to our music class a few weeks ago. Valuable knowledge.
This is awesome! I met him years ago in Hartford, he was at a bar after the game. Very down to earth, bought us a few beers. An amazing experience. And so talented!!!!! Rock on Nils, Rock on.
Nils has a long and successful history in the music field. He is so talented. Oh, and he has played brilliantly with both Bruce Springsteen and Neil Young, along with many others. Long may HE run!
If you watch the clip from "Unplugged", Neil gives Nils a subtle nod and smile when he starts singing the first verse, like "You were right, Nils. Good call."
This shows us how musically talented he is by playing and very good singing loaded with nuances like his playing. He seems also so sweet and a real gentleman. He does his job but he doesn't have to shout it out loud to the world-we already know that and enjoy his music and playing.
I consider Neil to be my "real Dad". He showed up last Spring in Victoria BC to support 1,200 people arrested for trying to protect trees. Good old BC government. They will cut and cut until all the Ancient Ones are gone. Long May You Run is one of my favourite songs. For years, I figured it was about a woman friend of Neil's. For me, you can't really sing a Neil song better than Neil, but Nils Lofgren just did. And to think he played piano on After The Gold Rush at 18. Thanks for this video.
Nils has been a talented player for years and a secret weapon to both the Crazy Horse band and The E Street band for their continued sucess not to mention his great catalog of songs as well❤🎸😎👍
@@ekahiway4666 Of course, Nills was on the After The Gold Rush LP, mainly on the piano. Not long after that, he had to fill Neil's AND Danny Whittens shoes on guitar on the Time Fades Away tour, as Neil was so torn up about Danny's passing he wouldn't pick up a guitar on stage for a long time.
an unsung...well not so much..hero... the consistent backbone to so much music history....... so appreciative of his talent and music he has given us...
Iv'e seen Nils in so many famous bands but had never heard him on his own. Excellent job on an excellent song. I also never realized he played on Neil's Harvest Moon album which I consider Neil's best ever.
Nine years late to the party (this video, that is), but this is still a big deal to me. Thanks for the tune, Nils, one of my top-of-the list favorites. I was in attendance at the Unplugged taping at Universal, what a great show. Larry Craig gave me a Herco Pro Gold Flex 50 pick as a memento. It was hilarious how Kenny Buttrey, who for contractual reasons was using the name Alex Butterworth, received his initiation hazing as Mr. Butterworth (a new guy lol) into the band. Neil let him have it pretty good. It rained over three inches at Universal City during the event, and when the show was over a bunch of us were semi-stranded there because Lankershim Blvd was completely underwater with stalled cars stacking up in the former street. There was no letup in the storm that night, the normally 7 minute drive to the Glendale Fwy on-ramp took 45 min, and a total of five hours to reach Santa Barbara. That was a most interesting night in so many ways and one I could never forget. Thanks again, R-
wow,thanks for posting, I knew there were problems w/the unplugged set, had no idea it was scrapped and then redone in LA, and Nils had to insist this one was done..have it on VHS, it is great, especially with the inspiration for it singing backup--Nicollette Larson
When Nils was awfully young Neil had him come out from New York and play piano on "After The Goldrush". Nils was like, "but I'm just fooling around learning piano". Neil was like - "that's why I want you to play. The results will live forever. This version is pretty sweet, a quality Neil obviously liked in Nils.
My brother is a guitarist in Goldhill Oregan, sings the blues, writes.....he's a Neil fan but I now must tell him about Nils.............and now that i have had my mind and heart opened up again by his music ( Nils) I am going to keep looking for that music man to love and ......well to love and be loved back......thank God for the music makers
Since After the Goldrush. Neil brought him to the studio to play piano. He told Neil that he wasn't a piano player but Neil told him to not worry about it and play it anyway. I think he was 16 or 17 at the time and the rest is history.
Sadly Nils is a highly overlooked axe legend. However... for those of us who are about to rock, Sir Nils Lofgren, we most humbly salute you! Amen.
"Long May You Run Nils".
I have always liked that Bruce says that Nils plays 100 times better than he does and yet will always wander over when he has a solo, "Maybe to see if I've gotten any better". His spinning solo on "Because the Night" is a highlight of Bruce's shows (the spinning being a modification of the flips he did now that he has two metal hips!) He is so humble and seems to be more than content to be the second (or 3rd when Stevie Van Zandt is on stage) guitarist and compliments those on stage with him so very well.
perfect words.......no point in my posting a comment.....you said it all.....
I didn't know the queen knighted him when did that happen?
I like that he did his own style on this song .awesome talent ✌
He was in the band. They probably recorded more than one version of many of their original songs
Love this song. I live about 2 hours from Blind River. I miss Gordon like family. A great composer and performer.
Nils really is a great guy. I'm currently (believe it or not) working on his next music video with our music/film production classes at Arcadia High School in Phoenix, AZ. We're in post, just in time because he's gone outta town now to practice since Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are getting back together. He's so awesome to work with, and he spoke about his different recording techniques and taught us some industry stuff to our music class a few weeks ago. Valuable knowledge.
Nils has ALWAYS been the real thing. An artist in his own right. Loving his music since 1974. Seeing him again at B.B.Kings NYC tomorrow night.
Glad that you are able to go see him, have fun and enjoy.
A musical idol, a true gentleman and I could listen to him play forever.
As a guitar geek and Nils fan, I'd forgotten what a great guy Nils is and what a immediate voice he has. Long may you run Nils!
right on Brother ✌🏻
This is awesome! I met him years ago in Hartford, he was at a bar after the game. Very down to earth, bought us a few beers. An amazing experience. And so talented!!!!! Rock on Nils, Rock on.
Great. Been listening to Nils 30 years or more. Thank you.
Nils has a long and successful history in the music field. He is so talented. Oh, and he has played brilliantly with both Bruce Springsteen and Neil Young, along with many others. Long may HE run!
A key member of Ringo's All-Starr band as well.
Love Nils, he does the song justice. Good job brother.
If you watch the clip from "Unplugged", Neil gives Nils a subtle nod and smile when he starts singing the first verse, like "You were right, Nils. Good call."
Beautiful rendition Nils, love your voice.
Always loved Nils, Grin, his voice, and acrobatic skills. Long may you run.
and flip
Saw Nils Lofgren with Joe Cocker and J Giles Band in Austin Texas 1977
Wow! Thank you! Absolutely beautiful... It is one of my favorite songs also. ❤️
This shows us how musically talented he is by playing and very good singing loaded with nuances like his playing. He seems also so sweet and a real gentleman. He does his job but he doesn't have to shout it out loud to the world-we already know that and enjoy his music and playing.
Yep
This song is a goodbye love letter to Neil’s up until then faithful car :)
I am going to see Nils this September in Bay Shore, LI Looking forward to it, Love the Nils sings Neil album, anything he does is great
I consider Neil to be my "real Dad". He showed up last Spring in Victoria BC to support 1,200 people arrested for trying to protect trees. Good old BC government. They will cut and cut until all the Ancient Ones are gone. Long May You Run is one of my favourite songs. For years, I figured it was about a woman friend of Neil's. For me, you can't really sing a Neil song better than Neil, but Nils Lofgren just did. And to think he played piano on After The Gold Rush at 18. Thanks for this video.
Nils has been a talented player for years and a secret weapon to both the Crazy Horse band and The E Street band for their continued sucess not to mention his great catalog of songs as well❤🎸😎👍
This is fantastic.What a musician.So glad I came upon this.Thank you🎵
A favorite version of a favorite Neil song. Love Nil’s vocal on this.
Our local guy from Bethesda MD made it! God love you Nils..
Always loved Nils, truly unappreciated as an artist on his own. "Valentine" is one of my favorite songs.
Nils gets it...great guy to cover Neil.
You got that straight... 'Tell Me Why', one of my favs, just him and Neil.
@@ekahiway4666 Of course, Nills was on the After The Gold Rush LP, mainly on the piano. Not long after that, he had to fill Neil's AND Danny Whittens shoes on guitar on the Time Fades Away tour, as Neil was so torn up about Danny's passing he wouldn't pick up a guitar on stage for a long time.
I really enjoyed this version, it's gentle and a song I love. Thank you.
This song is one of my all time favorites. Nils makes it sound soooo good!
Met him as well, an amazing experience, and yes, just a really nice guy! Rock on Nils!!
Nils is an amazing artist. A great talent. Grin had a house not far from me when I was young.
@tkhobbs
Been a fan since 1971, ever since Grin's "See What Love Can Do" and Nils' piano on Neil's "Southern Man". Still have "Grin" (1971) on vinyl.
he seems such a gentleman, brilliant artist
I LOVE YOU NILS!! LONG MAY YOU RUN!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
One of the best guitar player ever. I like his voice hes unique. I'm waiting for the next concert in Germany. He's great! Thanks a lot for upload .
Nils an inspiration for sure 50 years on saw him when he first started
an unsung...well not so much..hero... the consistent backbone to so much music history....... so appreciative of his talent and music he has given us...
very nice Nils..thanks for the anecdote too
Very nice Nils ! One of my favorites too ! 👍🙋♂️👏👏👏🖖🏻
Wonderful! Didn't know Niels Lofgren could sing that well!
Iv'e seen Nils in so many famous bands but had never heard him on his own. Excellent job on an excellent song. I also never realized he played on Neil's Harvest Moon album which I consider Neil's best ever.
Nine years late to the party (this video, that is), but this is still a big deal to me. Thanks for the tune, Nils, one of my top-of-the list favorites.
I was in attendance at the Unplugged taping at Universal, what a great show. Larry Craig gave me a Herco Pro Gold Flex 50 pick as a memento.
It was hilarious how Kenny Buttrey, who for contractual reasons was using the name Alex Butterworth, received his initiation hazing as Mr. Butterworth (a new guy lol) into the band. Neil let him have it pretty good.
It rained over three inches at Universal City during the event, and when the show was over a bunch of us were semi-stranded there because Lankershim Blvd was completely underwater with stalled cars stacking up in the former street. There was no letup in the storm that night, the normally 7 minute drive to the Glendale Fwy on-ramp took 45 min, and a total of five hours to reach Santa Barbara. That was a most interesting night in so many ways and one I could never forget.
Thanks again, R-
Well that was just a beautiful way to start my day. Peace
"Neil hated the MTV thing in New York, its not coming out" hahaha sounds about right for Neil
I love Neil and I love Nils!
Nils!!!!!
A magical touch !!!!!🥰🥰🥰
Blind River My Home town...
wow,thanks for posting, I knew there were problems w/the unplugged set, had no idea it was scrapped and then redone in LA, and Nils had to insist this one was done..have it on VHS, it is great, especially with the inspiration for it singing backup--Nicollette Larson
@blindriv3r, Nicollette and Neil's half sister Astrid were on backup that night. Angelic voices were sung.
Thank you Nils. LMYR
an unknown artist to me but from now he is being addedto my playlist. thanks neil for the intro
Such a treat.
Wow that was great Nils
Love Neil, love him but…this is my favorite version of this song. Perfect marriage of voice and song. Well done by my fellow Moco Md boy!👍
He is my Guitar Guru, the best ever!!
Thanks Nils.....
I've met this guy.what a top musician.He said his fav time with Neil young was working on tonight's the night.allso the trans tour of Europe.🇮🇪
that is just a great rendition of Long May you Run :)
Great performance.
Nils’ voice is distinctive. Love this cover.
When Nils was awfully young Neil had him come out from New York and play piano on "After The Goldrush". Nils was like, "but I'm just fooling around learning piano". Neil was like - "that's why I want you to play.
The results will live forever.
This version is pretty sweet, a quality Neil obviously liked in Nils.
my kinda guy. wish some of my friends were more like that. would be an honor to get to play with him at some point
His solo on Springsteen’s Tunnel of Love one of my favorites.
Damn this guy plays it real sad! Love his voice.
Bittersweet
Long may you run Nils, thanks.
well, that was just excellent..
The accordion was a superb addition to the MTV Unplugged show.
Ah yes, the Concertina.
One of the best guitar players in the world
Dear Nils-you're the one!Thank you.
CG
Enjoyed Nil's since GRIN....
Love him saw him with Bruce in Melbourne few years ago
this guy is so kind! saw him at hyde and he pointed at my clarence tribute x
that was very good....think i'll go back for another listen :)
True old ARTIST.
Totally owns it!
J'adore sa voix merci Nils ,
very powerful and genuine performance
"Yeah... Well... let's not skip it!" Thanks Nils
+ Ted Peterson: yup! Great on Nils! One of the voices Neil seems to listen to consistently :)
Different than the original but nbelievably GREAT!
Nice fellow,Nils.A good comrade of Neil.Sure he can really play!
My brother is a guitarist in Goldhill Oregan, sings the blues, writes.....he's a Neil fan but I now must tell him about Nils.............and now that i have had my mind and heart opened up again by his music ( Nils) I am going to keep looking for that music man to love and ......well to love and be loved back......thank God for the music makers
I`m a Neil Young fan. But I just love this version! Nils is Neil´s pal since 1970 ...?
Since After the Goldrush. Neil brought him to the studio to play piano. He told Neil that he wasn't a piano player but Neil told him to not worry about it and play it anyway. I think he was 16 or 17 at the time and the rest is history.
Neil & Nils
Incredible talent!
gorgeous Nils
That's the D-18 that Neil gave him when they recorded 'After The Gold Rush'. Still sounds good.
On a bike on a wet night miles from home he got me home Thanks Nils
Love Nils. Hope you are with the E Street band on June 3rd in Coventry. !!
Great and humble.
you shaped my taste , thank you ,
FANTASTIC
thank you Nils
He sings that real pretty.
Love it!
Very nice
Fantastic
Oh, oh, oh, beautiful.
loved it!
beautiful
talent: voice, piano, guitar...
On my third listen
Thanks Nils!!!!!