Opener Reverend Billy sings of the evils of Monsanto. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Derrick Mcginty of the Stop Shopping Choir pouring his heart out. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Farmers enter the stage spreading seeds and watering plants before Neil comes out to perform. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Young kept a very somber tone throughout his opening 4 songs which he played alone. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

The harsh lighting and Young’s hat hid his face for most of the show. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

While Young make look his age his voice is as strong as ever. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Young’s thrilling 3 hour set displays the incredible youth Neil retains. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Neil preforms his hit song “Old Man.” Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Young Preforms “Old Man.” Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Young’s solo performances are heartfelt and beautiful. Neil Young and Promise of the Real perform at Mathew Knight Arena on Oct. 8, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)