Neil Young Urges Fans to ‘Forget’ Amazon: ‘My Music Won’t Be Available’

## Neil Young’s Stand Against Big Tech

Neil Young has made the decision to withdraw his music from Amazon, marking another chapter in his ongoing struggle against the influence of Big Tech.

### A Bold Announcement

This week, Young expressed his intentions on the **Archives’ Times-Contrarian**, stating, “The time is here. Forget Amazon.” He indicated that his music would soon no longer be available on the platform.

While he didn’t clarify whether this would involve just the streaming service or the removal of physical albums as well, Young’s sentiments reflect his commitment to supporting local businesses over corporate giants.

### Supporting Local Businesses

In his message, Young urged fans to “forget” not just Amazon, but also its subsidiaries, including Whole Foods Market. He emphasized the importance of local commerce, encouraging people to shop within their communities: “It is easy to buy local. Support your community. Go to the local store.”

He voiced a larger concern about “the Corporate Control Age” that America seems to be entering. According to Young, avoiding purchases from major corporations is essential for reclaiming the nation.

### Critique of Government and Corporations

Young also pointed fingers at Amazon’s founder, Jeff Bezos, suggesting that he supports governmental actions impacting many Americans. He remarked, “They shut down our government, your income, your safety, your family’s health security.” His call to action was clear: “Take America back together, stop buying from big corporations, support local business. Do the right thing. Show who you care.”

### Previous Actions Against Big Tech

Over recent years, Neil Young has consistently leveraged the removal or withdrawal of his music from various platforms as forms of protest against Big Tech. He has taken similar stands against Spotify, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, often reflecting his discontent with corporate practices.

He previously expressed his concerns about companies like Amazon in his 2015 track “Big Box.”

In a time where consumer choices matter more than ever, will you consider supporting local businesses over big corporations?