Neil Young, Chrome Hearts Release Politically Charged Album Talkin to Trees

Neil Young's latest album, Talkin’ to the Trees, marks his return with a new band, the Chrome Hearts, delivering a blend of raw rock and personal reflection. The album features ten new songs that balance protest and personal themes, including pointed critiques of political figures like President Trump and Elon Musk, alongside intimate tracks about family struggles and estrangement. Critics note the album's uneven but compelling nature, with standout tracks such as the dark and intense "Dark Mirage" and the politically charged "Big Change" and "Let’s Roll Again." Recorded at Rick Rubin’s Shangri-La Studios and co-produced with Lou Adler, Talkin’ to the Trees is hailed as some of Young’s best work in decades, despite moments of repetitiveness and a somewhat disjointed feel. The Chrome Hearts band members bring a fresh dynamic while maintaining connections to Young’s musical past. Young’s upcoming tour promises a mix of new and old songs, continuing his long-standing influence in rock music.