Neil Young - American Stars 'N Bars (Vinyl LP | Stereo | DE Original | 1977)

Neil Young – American Stars 'N Bars was released in 1977 on Reprise Records and combines Neil Young's distinctive songwriting with warm, country-leaning rock. Side 1 was recorded with Crazy Horse and guest singers such as Linda Ronstadt and Nicolette Larson, while side 2 gathers recordings from several years – including the epic “Like A Hurricane”.

On offer is the German original pressing from 1977 on Reprise Records (REP 54 088 / MSK 2261) in stereo.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Reprise Records – REP 54 088 / MSK 2261
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1977
• Genre: Rock, Country Rock – more in Country

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG (shelf wear / edge wear)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. The Old Country Waltz (2:58)
2. Saddle Up The Palomino (3:00)
3. Hey Babe (3:35)
4. Hold Back The Tears (4:18)
5. Bite The Bullet (3:30)

Side B

1. Star Of Bethlehem (2:42)
2. Will To Love (7:11)
3. Like A Hurricane (8:14)
4. Homegrown (2:20)

Personnel

Neil Young (Producer), David Briggs (Producer), Frank Sampedro (Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar), Ben Keith (Steel Guitar), Linda Ronstadt (Vocals), Nicolette Larson (Vocals).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the German original pressing from 1977 on Reprise Records.

Which songs stand out?
“Like A Hurricane”, “Hey Babe”, “Saddle Up The Palomino” and “Homegrown”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Country collection.