On this day, September 30, 1982, Bruce Springsteen released his sixth album Nebraska! A departure from his usual rock sound, Nebraska was a stark, acoustic record that showcased Springsteen’s storytelling prowess. The album reached #3 on both the US Billboard charts and the UK charts, and it is now regarded as one of his most critically acclaimed works. With songs like “Atlantic City” and “Johnny 99,” Nebraska painted vivid tales of America’s working-class struggles.
Who remembers hearing this powerful, stripped-back Springsteen album?
Who remembers hearing this powerful, stripped-back Springsteen album?