Bruce Springsteen announces new album 'Western Stars'

Having spent the last year performing his one-man show on Broadway, Bruce Springsteen is returning to his roots as he announces the details of his nineteenth studio album.

The new full-length 'Western Stars' is his first collection of new material since 2014's 'High Hopes', was recorded primarily at Springsteen’s home studio in New Jersey with additional recording in California and New York, and according to the press release, draws "inspiration in part from the Southern California pop records of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s".

Speaking about his upcoming release, The Boss added, “This record is a return to my solo recordings featuring character driven songs and sweeping, cinematic orchestral arrangements. It's a jewel box of a record."

Ron Aniello produced the album with Springsteen and plays bass, keyboard, alongside other instruments. Patti Scialfa provides vocals and contributes vocal arrangements on four of the tracks. The musical arrangements include strings, horns, pedal steel and contributions from more than 20 other players including Jon Brion (who plays celeste, Moog and farfisa), as well as guest appearances by David Sancious, Charlie Giordano and Soozie Tyrell. The album was mixed by 13-time Grammy winner Tom Elmhirst.

Check out the full tracklisting for 'Western Stars' below.

'Western Stars' Tracklist:
1. Hitch Hikin’
2. The Wayfarer
3. Tucson Train
4. Western Stars
5. Sleepy Joe’s Café
6. Drive Fast (The Stuntman)
7. Chasin’ Wild Horses
8. Sundown
9. Somewhere North of Nashville
10. Stones
11. There Goes My Miracle
12. Hello Sunshine
13. Moonlight Motel

More News

The Futureheads return with new single 'Jekyll'

Having gone completely silent after the release of their 2012 acoustic album 'Rant', The Futureheads are back to their tenacious best with the... 4 years 11 months ago

Of Monsters And Men return with new single 'Alligator'

Having been notoriously silent since their 2015 LP 'Beneath The Skin', Iceland's anthemic indie-rock outfit Of Monsters And Men now return with the... 4 years 11 months ago

Bastille announce new album 'Doom Days'

Having been teasing us about this release for the last few months, Bastille have now finally spilled the beans about their highly-anticipated third... 4 years 11 months ago

Cate Le Bon shares new track 'The Light'

With her eagerly-awaited new album dropping later this month, Cate Le Bon has now unveiled the next cut to be lifted from her forthcoming full-length... 4 years 11 months ago

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds announce new EP 'Black Star Dancing'

After returning to unveil their exclusive Record Store Day release 'Wait And Return' back in March, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds have now... 4 years 11 months ago

The National share new single 'Hairpin Turns'

With their highly-anticipated new album arriving in just a matter of weeks, The National have now unveiled the next cut to be lifted from their... 4 years 11 months ago

Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes unveil new track 'Kitty Sucker'

With only a few days left before we get to hear their highly-anticipated new album, Frank Carter... 4 years 11 months ago

Banks returns with new single 'Gimme'

After suddenly going silent since releasing the two standalone singles 'Underdog' and 'Crowded Places' in 2017, Banks has at last returned with a... 4 years 11 months ago

Danny Brown confirms new album 'uknowhatimsatin?'

Having kept himself busy with a number of guest collaborations over the last few years, Danny Brown has now confirmed that he plans to release a new... 4 years 11 months ago