I think Bruce has said they were aiming for Astral Weeks with the second album, but didn't quite make it. If you haven't heard it, try to check out the February 5, 1975 live version of "NYC Serenade." It's an over 20 minute masterful bridge between the earlier jazz based band and the more rock oriented Born to Run sound that features violinist Suki Lahav. Nice review!
This album was the first that got me into Springsteen. One of my sisters had Asbury Park which is also a great album, but no matter what he’s done this one is still occupies a special place in my musical consciousness and heart. For me anyway, sometimes the first album I hear from a band/artist—especially if it’s mind blowing—is forever the best. Some many great albums and music it’s hard to choose…..
I think Bruce has said they were aiming for Astral Weeks with the second album, but didn't quite make it. If you haven't heard it, try to check out the February 5, 1975 live version of "NYC Serenade." It's an over 20 minute masterful bridge between the earlier jazz based band and the more rock oriented Born to Run sound that features violinist Suki Lahav. Nice review!
This album was the first that got me into Springsteen. One of my sisters had Asbury Park which is also a great album, but no matter what he’s done this one is still occupies a special place in my musical consciousness and heart. For me anyway, sometimes the first album I hear from a band/artist—especially if it’s mind blowing—is forever the best. Some many great albums and music it’s hard to choose…..
TLDR. But I love this album.