"Buffalo Springfield Again" is the second album by Buffalo Springfield, released in October 1967 on Atco Records. It features iconic tracks such as "Mr. Soul," "Bluebird," "Expecting to Fly," and "Rock & Roll Woman," all of which were released as singles. Unlike their debut album, which was recorded quickly, this album's production stretched over nine months and was marked by internal conflicts, with each member producing their own material largely independently.
The album achieved moderate commercial success, peaking at number 44 on the Billboard Top LPs chart, and has since been regarded as a classic of the psychedelic era. In 2003, it was ranked number 188 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time, maintaining that position in a 2012 revision. It was also included in Robert Christgau's "Basic Record Library" and Robert Dimery's 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
The recording sessions were slow due to various challenges, including bassist Bruce Palmer's deportation issues and guitarist Neil Young's frequent absences. This album marks the first contributions from guitarist Richie Furay, who did not write for the debut. Unlike their previous effort, session musicians played on several tracks, particularly due to Palmer’s situation. Notably, "Expecting to Fly" was recorded by Young with studio musicians, under the impression it was for a solo project.
The album includes the early country rock track "A Child's Claim to Fame" and features a song with possible contributions from David Crosby. Critics praised "Rock & Roll Woman" for its unique sound, and Young's "Broken Arrow" begins with applause taken from a Beatles concert. The album is dedicated to Barry Friedman and was remastered for CD in 1997.
