Jimmy McDonough

Jimmy McDonough is a music journalist and biographer known for his in-depth research and immersive approach to writing.

He spent nearly a decade working on Shakey, conducting extensive interviews with Neil Young and those close to him.

McDonough's writing style is characterized by its attention to detail and inclusion of his own experiences and opinions.

Some readers appreciate his insider perspective, while others find his presence in the narrative distracting.

McDonough's work on Shakey has been both praised for its thoroughness and criticized for its length and occasional tangents.

His dedication to capturing Young's complexity and contradictions is evident throughout the book.