Springsteen Releases Box Set of Lost Albums

Bruce Springsteen has released 'Tracks II: The Lost Albums,' a comprehensive box set containing seven previously unreleased full-length albums and 83 songs recorded from 1983 to 2018. The collection features highlights such as 'LA Garage Sessions ’83' and 'Streets of Philadelphia Sessions,' comprising music Springsteen had kept private, often sharing only with close friends. Critics praise the set for presenting a more experimental and nuanced side of Springsteen, with albums that were recorded alongside or in contrast to his most iconic works, effectively offering fans a 'shadow career' to explore. The release follows his 1998 'Tracks' box set and coincides with his ongoing European stadium tour. It also comes amid increased media attention, including a forthcoming biopic and a recent public feud with Donald Trump. The box set has been widely acclaimed for its breadth, depth, and insights into Springsteen's enduring creativity.