When i started listening to Springsteen just over a year ago, I thought it best to listen to purchase his back catalogue in chronological order. Nebraska was his 6th release and came after his most successful album to date in The River.
Every review promised it to be a stark, dak, deeply depressing take on American life. This did not fill be with great anticipation, as Hungry Heart was still doing the rounds in my head, however, i was in for a great surprise.
Basically the album is great. It's definitley not one to play when a party's in full swing, but if you have time to sit down and take in the music and it's message then without a doubt you'll be surprised at the depth and range of Springsteen's songwriting capabilities.
It's particularly relevant in the current economic situation. I'll bet anyone and everyone that they'll at least know somebody, if not actually be the guy, in Atlantic City who "has debts no honest man can pay". Johnny 99 is ahighlight and one that has been resurrected by Springsteen on his current tour. State Trooper, Highway Patrolman, Used Cars, are sure to resonate with most people.
There are other great songs on the cd but i dont want to spoil them all for you. Buy the cd, sit in your favourite chair with a cold beer and enjoy what is undoubtedly Springsteen's most underrated album.
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