Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
August 23rd, 2025
Neil Young‘s “Love Earth World Tour” made a poignant stop at the Jones Beach Theater on August 23rd, 2025, where fans were treated to an unforgettable evening of music and unexpected surprises. The weather played its part, with a high tide flooding the general admission area. Yet, as if orchestrated by the man himself, the resulting puddle created a serene reflection of the band—a backdrop as hauntingly beautiful as the songs.
The evening began with the raw and evocative “Ambulance Blues,” instantly setting the tone for a night of introspection and nostalgia. Young’s signature growl pulled us into “Cowgirl in the Sand,” the vivid imagery echoing dreams of yesteryears.
Faced with nature’s whimsical interference—a sea turned mirror—the organizers made a swift decision to relocate ticket holders to seats, a move executed with seamless grace. Perhaps it was nature’s way of reminding us to “Fuckin’ Up” gracefully, a sentiment undeniably shared by those watching the mirrored silhouette of the band.
The evening scaled emotional heights with classics like “Southern Man” and “Ohio,” the latter’s message of political urgency resonating in these times. When Young dipped into his Crazy Horse repertoire with “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black),” there was a palpable energy, a reminder that “rock and roll can never die.”
It was a setlist meticulously crafted, showcasing a tapestry of old and new. The poignant “Long Walk Home,” with The Chrome Hearts adding their flavor, was a tribute not just to those displaced by tides, but to those journeying home in these turbulent times.
The band carried us through “Lookin’ Forward” and “Singer Without a Song,” blending nostalgia with a sense of forward motion, reminiscent of how Young has navigated his storied career. Momentarily missing a line in “One of These Days,” Young chuckled, reminded that even legends can lose their way.
As the concert drew to a close, “Old Man” offered a tender reflection on life’s passage, before the encore erupted into the powerful anthem “Rockin’ in the Free World.” The crowd roared “Take America Back!” with Young, a fitting finale to a night that danced on water and lyrics alike.
Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts left us not just with melodies, but with reflections—quite literally. The high tide might have caused a small puddle, but it was the mirror image of his music that flooded our souls. As Young himself might croon, “There’s more to the picture than meets the eye.”
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