Renowned guitarist Jason Sinay has released his captivating rendition of Neil Young’s iconic “Cortez the Killer”, offering a fresh perspective on the classic track. Sinay is known for his work with Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, as co-founding member, Keith Richards, Jackson Browne, and a slew of others, including the aforementioned Young, himself.
In a recent Guitar World piece, Jason admitted that he was starstruck when Young asked him to play. “I looked out into the audience and saw Neil Young sitting in the middle – I froze.”
“Cortez the Killer,” a staple in Neil Young’s discography since its release on the 1975 album Zuma, is known for its historical references, evocative imagery, and soaring guitar work. Sinay’s version promises to honor the original while imbuing it with his unique artistry and style. Fans can anticipate a powerful and insightful take on a song that has resonated with audiences for decades.
The Mountain, Sinay’s long-awaited double album, is finally set for release October 24th. The album’s first disc features a full band A list players, with Sinay on vocals and guitar, Bruce Watson on guitar, Phil Parlapiano on keys, mandolin and squeezebox, Doug Livingston on pedal steel, Lance Morrison or Mike Mennell on bass, and Matt Laug or Herman Matthews on drums. In addition to the full arrangements, Mountain will feature a special “second side,” which reprises the entire program in a stripped down, acoustic format.