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Nils Hilmer Lofgren (born June 21, 1951, Chicago, Illinois, United States) is an American rock music recording artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Along with his work as a solo artist, he has marked over 25 years as a member of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band as well as a former member of Crazy Horse and Grin.
Born in Chicago to Swedish/Italian parents, Lofgren moved to the Washington, D.C., area as a teenager. His first instrument was the accordion. He was also a competitive gymnast in high school, a skill that popped up later in his career.
Lofgren joined Neil Young’s band at age 17, playing piano on the album After the Gold Rush. Lofgren would maintain a close musical relationship with Young, appearing on his Tonight’s the Night album and tour among others. He was also briefly a member of Crazy Horse, appearing on their 1971 LP and contributing songs to their catalogue.
From ‘71 to ‘74 Lofgren was active in Grin, the band he founded in ‘69. After landing a record deal in ‘71 the band released 4 critically-acclaimed albums but met with little commercial success.
In 1975 Lofgren released his a self-titled solo album featuring songs that went on to become staples of his solo performances; ‘Keith Don’t Go’, ‘Back it Up’ and the cover of Carole Kings ‘Goin’ Back’.
Solo albums and tours followed every year through the 70s as Lofgren established himself as a top guitarist and live performer earning the respect and acclaim of his peers.
Born in Chicago to Swedish/Italian parents, Lofgren moved to the Washington, D.C., area as a teenager. His first instrument was the accordion. He was also a competitive gymnast in high school, a skill that popped up later in his career.
Lofgren joined Neil Young’s band at age 17, playing piano on the album After the Gold Rush. Lofgren would maintain a close musical relationship with Young, appearing on his Tonight’s the Night album and tour among others. He was also briefly a member of Crazy Horse, appearing on their 1971 LP and contributing songs to their catalogue.
From ‘71 to ‘74 Lofgren was active in Grin, the band he founded in ‘69. After landing a record deal in ‘71 the band released 4 critically-acclaimed albums but met with little commercial success.
In 1975 Lofgren released his a self-titled solo album featuring songs that went on to become staples of his solo performances; ‘Keith Don’t Go’, ‘Back it Up’ and the cover of Carole Kings ‘Goin’ Back’.
Solo albums and tours followed every year through the 70s as Lofgren established himself as a top guitarist and live performer earning the respect and acclaim of his peers.
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Saveall wrote:
"Old School" is worth a Grammy nod. But I'll be shocked if it gets one.
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Druid66 wrote:
"What did you do in senior year, Nils?" "Oh, you know, the normal thing for a 17-year-old: I joined Neil Young's band." (-: And that was just for starters!
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Kadabing wrote:
Why oh why, is Nils so underrated. Acoustic Live is one of the best albums ever, period.
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skipnicklee wrote:
@IanCad i love his solos on speakin' out
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anitamartino wrote:
hey nils fans, i'm very sad that i cant use my 2 tickets for 9/11 at the Boulton Center on Long Island. Would anyone out there want them ? they are $40 each.
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dabe89 wrote:
Beautiful! Just bought the Acoustic Live album nad it's great!
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Victah456 wrote:
I like this ♥♥
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IanCad wrote:
his contributions on tonight's the night really blow me away
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favoritpersonen wrote:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpbfAcg0sRM Nils in Sweden! :)
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a_jeda wrote:
wow klasse !!
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FKSwitch wrote:
Forsaken-03, I hate you cause of your stupid words!
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Forsaken-03 wrote:
УГ
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FKSwitch wrote:
Great...
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SonnyGideon1 wrote:
Night Fades Away has just become an instant favourite.
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Farmer1453 wrote:
awesome!
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Memel111 wrote:
my favourite guitar player! i love his songs girl in motion and sticks and stones
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Verrucci wrote:
this is not the version I got on my Sopranos CD!!
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simonlefortplus wrote:
the video of 'goin back' on the old grey whistle test is mint - its on youtube...
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Amisimo wrote:
Great guitar player ,man! Much better than Bruce =) although Bruce God is lol
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shiet wrote:
Love Nils!
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