Bruce Springsteen In The 90s | Roundtable

Bruce Springsteen In The 90s | Roundtable

Author: Dig Me Out July 9, 2024 Duration: 1:32:02
After achieving massive success in the 1970s and 80s, Bruce Springsteen began the 1990s with the release of two albums in 1992, "Human Touch" and "Lucky Town," which showcased a departure from his work with the E Street Band. Like with his 1987 album "Tunnel of Love," Springsteen explored more personal themes at the end of his marriage and relocation from New Jersey to Los Angeles. Despite mixed critical reception, the albums produced notable singles like "Human Touch" and "Better Days." While some wrote off Springsteen as stale and out of touch, he returned on the soundtrack to the movie Philadelphia with the haunting and sparse "Streets of Philadelphia." He followed that up in 1995 with "The Ghost of Tom Joad," a stark, acoustic folk album that harkened back to the style of "Nebraska" and focused on social and economic issues, earning him critical acclaim and a Grammy Award for the title track. This period, though less commercially dominant than the 1980s, demonstrated Springsteen's versatility and commitment to evolving as an artist, and the 1998 four-disc compilation Tracks made up of 66-outtakes from the earliest years of his career up to the 90s showcased his hidden gems and concert-only favorites, leading up to his induction into the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame in 1999.   Songs In This Episode: Intro - Better Days (Lucky Town) 19:12 - Leap of Faith (Lucky Town) 34:42 - Streets of Philadelphia (Philadelphia soundtrack) 45:27 - Rock That Doesn't Roll / Dop Nostalgia podcast promos 50:20 - Youngstown (The Ghost of Tom Joad) 1:03:45 - Born In The U.S.A. (Tracks) 1:11:52 - American Skin (41 Shots) (Live) Outro - 57 Channels (And Nothin' On) (Human Touch)   Support the podcast, join the DMO UNION at Patreon. Listen to the episode archive at DigMeOutPodcast.com.

Remember that band you loved in 1997 whose CD got buried in a moving box, or the one-hit-wonder that vanished from the radio? Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock is for anyone who believes that era’s alternative and rock scene still has stories left to tell. This isn't just a nostalgia trip; it's a dedicated excavation. Each week, the hosts go deep, pulling one specific album from the shelves for a track-by-track discussion that feels like friends debating in a record store. They explore what made that record work, why it might have faded from view, and where it stands today. The conversation often expands into roundtable discussions about genres, trends, and the cultural shifts that defined the decades, sometimes even featuring conversations with the artists who were there. Listening to this podcast feels like rediscovering a part of your musical history you’d almost forgotten, presented with a genuine enthusiasm that’s contagious. You’ll hear more than just the big hits from the era; you’ll get the deep cuts, the missed opportunities, and the albums that deserved a second chance. If your music collection was built on college radio, mixtapes from friends, and liner notes, this podcast provides the thoughtful commentary and deep knowledge that those albums always warranted. Tune in to reconnect with the sounds that shaped a generation and maybe find your next favorite album from a band you never knew you missed.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock
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Non-Intentional Lifeform - Uisce | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:56
Uisce (pronounced "ish-ka," the Irish word for "water") is the sole full-length album by Australian band Non-Intentional Lifeform (N.I.L.), released in 1997 by Roadrunner Records. Formed in Perth in 1995, N.I.L. was know…
The Lee Harvey Oswald Band -  Blastronaut | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:58
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Social Distortion - Social Distortion | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:13
The 1990 self-titled album by Social Distortion marked a significant turning point for the band, showcasing a more refined and mature sound compared to their hardcore roots. Frontman Mike Ness emerged from a turbulent pe…
Front Line Assembly - Hard Wired | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:32
Canadian electro-industrial band Front Line Assembly, led by Bill Leeb with longtime collaborator Rhys Fulber, released their eighth album Hard Wired in 1995. The album blends harsh electronic beats, cinematic synth text…
Pavement - Slanted and Enchanted | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:23
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Squarepusher - Hard Normal Daddy | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:47
A groundbreaking fusion of drum and bass, jazz, and experimental electronic music, the 1997 album Hard Normal Daddy by Squarepusher showcases Tom Jenkinson’s virtuosic bass playing and intricate programming. Blending fre…
Chevelle - Point #1 | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:57
​"Point #1," Chevelle's 1999 debut album, showcases the Chicago-based Loeffler brothers' fusion of alternative metal and indie rock. Produced by Steve Albini, known for his work with Nirvana and PJ Harvey, the album deli…
Thelonious Monster - Beautiful Mess | 90s Album Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:02
Upon its release in 1992, Beautiful Mess by Thelonious Monster received plenty of critical acclaim yet not the sales or media exposure to launch the band into the new alternative explosion. Lead singer Bob Forrest’s deep…