Canadian singer and songwriter Neil Young was born on November 12, 1945 in Toronto, Ontario. His father, Scott Young, was a prominent sportswriter and journalist. Neil contracted polio in 1951 and around that time, he was also diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He also has epilepsy. When he was twelve, his parents divorced, and he and his mother moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba. He has three children, two sons, both of whom have cerebral palsy and a daughter with epilepsy. He has been married and divorced three times.
Recommended Resources
Covers an abridged Wikipedia biography of Neil Young, news, numerous photo albums divided by era, and an internet discussion forum.
http://neilyoung.webs.com/
Provides fan-written reviews of Neil's music, touring information, his discography and lyrics, and chords and tabs, along with the chronology of his career.
http://www.hyperrust.org/
Psychedelic Pill: Neil Young with Crazy Horse
Neil Young's official web page touts his latest music, Neil's autobiography "Waging Heavy Peace," and upcoming concerts, offering the opportunity to buy either online. Also provides tour details, any messages from Neil to his fans, his discography, and links to some of the causes he is championing these days.
http://neilyoung.warnerreprise.com/
