This was the album that America needed following 9/11. Bruce told the stories of the firefighters who risked their lives, the people who lost someone, and the nation who was suddenly lost in confusion. With the E Street Band back in the studio with him, these songs just sounded complete in a way the albums of the 90s failed to do.
It is one of Bruce's best albums, in my opinion. It's powerful and brings back a flood of memories every time I hear it. My favorites include "My City of Ruins", "Lonesome Day", "Empty Sky", "You're Missin", and "The Rising".
Bruce Springsteen was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "New Years at the Airport" from Yawn Mower's brand new sophomore LP, "I Just Can't Wait to Die," on Mint 400 Records.
(COLLINGSWOOD, NJ) -- The Scottish Rite Auditiorium presents The Orchestra starring former members of the Electric Light Orchestra and ELO Part II on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:30pm.
Buffalo, NY based jamband moe. has toured throughout the U.S. and internationally. This year, moe. is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Through ups and downs, moe. serves as a cornerstone of their musical genre and has triumphantly been on the road in support of their recent studio release, "Circle of Giants". I recently caught up with Vinnie Amico (drummer) on location at People Fest in Hillsboro, WI.
