From the opening piano notes of “Thunder Road,” to the final outro of “Jungleland” – with American anthems like “Born to Run” and “Tenth Avenue Freeze Out” in between – Bruce Springsteen’s seminal album, Born to Run, established Springsteen as a creative force in rock and roll. With his back against the wall, he wrote what has been hailed as a perfect album, a defining moment, and a roadmap for what would become a legendary career.
Peter Ames Carlin, whose bestselling biography, Bruce, gave him rare access to Springsteen’s inner circle, now returns with the full story of the making of this epic album. Released in August, 1975, Born to Run now celebrates its 50th anniversary. Carlin reveals a treasure trove of untold stories, detailing the writing and recording of every song, as well as the intense and at times tortuous process that mimicked the fault lines in Springsteen’s psyche and career, even as it revealed the depth of his vision. A must-read for any music fan, Tonight in Jungleland takes us inside a hallowed creative process and lets us experience history.
Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run will be published on August 5, 2025. Doubleday Books provided an early galley for review.
I am a fan of Springsteen's music and this album. I have also read many books over the years about him. But, there is always room for one more.
I like how Carlin digs deep on the subject of this record, leaving no stone unturned as he discusses the events and circumstances that led to this pivotal point in the Boss' career. This was a make-or-break point, one that sent ripples across the rock industry for decades; and hearing from those who were directly there and involved was critical in telling the tale.
Strongly recommended for fans of the artist and the album.
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