Bruce Springsteen - High Hopes

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Incredible album! Bruce just keeps getting better & better!!!

It just gets worse and worse….I still love the man like a brother, but everything about this record is mediocre. The production in particular, the grinding noise, the redundant guitars, the haphazard lyrics, oh the vocals….where did the magic go. I don’t need BTR II, but in terms of production, sound, instrumentation, message, it would be nice if Bruce went back to making that type of record. I didn’t think Bruce was capable of making anything worse than Working on a Dream, but I was wrong...

Great album... Heaven's Wall is fantastic

I had "High Hopes" for this when I bought it, but those were dashed. However, he has made so much great music and put on such great shows in his career that I am not going to go on about it.

Been a long time fan sent the early 80's I haven't never heard a bad song by the. Boss & The E-Street Band!

Great dark rocker- Its where Rosalita,Wendy,Puerto Rican Jane and the Barefoot girl all end up after a bender- Bruce keeping it fresh. Tom Morello a big plus on some of these tracks- 5 stars

I haven't listened to a "new" (since The Rising, 2002) Springsteen album and immediately loved it. And I didn't with this one, either. But I have faith in his work, because he ALWAYS ends up astounding me with his lyrical genius that only continues to evolve and mature from the songs about he wrote about cars and girls in the earlier days of the E-Street Band. You have to listen closely to his new stuff at first to appreciate his message. The words and music work together to deliver Bruce's ever-present messages of strength, love, faith, and...hope! High Hopes is a great song; I LOVE the sound. Tom Morello is absolutely brilliant, and they've played live together for years, and his lyrical and musical (brilliant on the guitar) talents are well-represented on this album. Some older favorites are included, such as Ghost of Tom Joad (better, of course than the original), and American Skin (41 Shots). Bruce just has a mellower sound now...his focused anger is still there in the words and music, and he just gets better and better. If you've never seen a live show of his, I HIGHLY recommend seeing at least one, because 1) his shows are incredible, 2) you get your money's worth with a concert lasting approximately 3.5 hours, and 3) in case you missed #1, his shows are incredible...I can't explain it. My favorite songs on this album (so far) are: High Hopes, Harry's Place, American Skin (41 Shots), Heaven's Wall, Frankie Fell in Love, and The Ghost of Tom Joad. And how awesome that he still writes about his characters from way back...Frankie. Love that!

This is a fantastic bruce album from start to finish. i will admit that there 1 or 2 dud songs but overall this is a 8.5 of 10 at the least. Bruce finally has that modern sound we've been looking for. "Ameircan skin" is spooky and breathtaking, "Dream baby dream" gets you going once the song starts to pick up. "the ghost of tom joad" is a modern rock version of the acoustic version bruce wanted in the first place. "the wall" is a classic springsteen hit i'll just leave it at that.. "Harry's place" is a unique song by bruce as he has some colorful vocabulary but head beating rhythm.

Amazing that he continues to maintain this level of creativity, production, and musicianship.

Not sure what to expect but I wasn't impressed with Wrecking Ball either. A few good songs but there is no "MAGIC" in the title song High Hopes. Like many of you who are big time Bruce Springsteen fans like myself, I am hoping the new songs on the rest of the album rock. Not excited about seeing 41 Shots on there as well. Dream Baby Dream is a softer style Bruce song and very good so I don't mind that and I'm sure The Ghost Of Tom Joad is a previously updated version of the song. I have my doubts on the new album though. My review was only for the title song and Dream Baby Dream for those who feel I was talking about the whole album at the time and can't read correctly. After hearing the full album, with the exception of Bruce using the F word in song 2, the album is actually very good. There are some great songs on the album and some not so good but it is much better than I expected. Bruce still has something left in the tank.

Why repeat hit songs? It seems that they just were trying to fill the album space. As a long time Bruce fan I am disappointed.

I’ve been a Bruce fan since I moved to Jersey in the 1980s. He has always delivered and still does with High Hopes. Yes, I do agree that it takes time to get used to the new sounds he incorporates with each release but it’s always magic to my ears for years to come as I discover new sounds. Can’t wait to hear it on tour.

Can't believe a Boss fan could even ? The quality of this or any album or song of e streets I'm 57 he rocks always has and always will. Toms great . Boss is the boss love to meet him hang for a day

This album is certainly better than Wrecking Ball. However, the majority of his work in the past few years has not been up to usual Springsteen standards. He appears to be giving us quantity, while we're looking for quality. Personally, I'd prefer for him to take whatever time it'd take to produce one final blockbuster album that would certainly seal his legacy in music history. I believe that he still has one more super album in him. He just needs to devote time in the studio (as he did in the early days) to show that he can still record powerful and meaningful music. Not just "little ditties". Yes, Bruce, your longtime fans are still alive out here! And we still have reason to believe that you're still the Boss. We just need you to show us that your musical genius is still alive in you.

Been a serious long time fan from 1975, have seen Bruce countless times in bars, theaters, etc. I have heard him say he “is in a long conversation with his audience that will last a lifetime”; I think its time for Bruce to go sit on the beach and end the conversation for a while and find some inspiration like The Rising. This is the most uninspiring garbage and he should be embarrassed and ashamed to release really. BS must have album contractual obligations to put this mediocrity forward and frankly diluting his legacy putting crap out like this.

Let me preface this by stating that I'm only a casual fan of The Boss - Only his Greatest Hits, and We Shall Overcome (American Land Edition) make up the rest of my Springsteen collection - and I've managed to collect about 14K songs over the years that run from classic rock, to classical, to symphic rock to jazz classics and even The Rat Pack . . . and lastly, but probably more importanly, I never review anything. All that hat being said, High Hopes is one of the best albums that I've listened to, in a long, long time. It's the only one, in a very long time, that I listened to straight through and liked every tune, and when I got to the last one - "Dream Baby Dream" on the edition that I have - I thought, "Man, I want to hear those again!" But I was done shovelling and It'll wait 'till tomorrow. 'Nice work, Boss!

Awesome bruce I'm only 13 but I'm more interested in you than Eminem or JAY Z or any type of rap you ROCK BRUCE!!!!!!

Songs like "Down in the Hole" and "Hunter of Invisible Game" are welcome additions to Springsteen fans, but this album is mostly a collection of unnecessary covers & old Springsteen songs that have already been released years ago. And I think Tom Morello was an issue. His constant scratching was kind of annoying & overdone. His style just doesn't fit with Bruce's music. He's fine as the occasional guest on stage performing a song or two, but I think he has overstayed his welcome lately & I hope Bruce leaves him in the lurch for the next album/tour..

I'm a Springsteen fan who has no problem at all being critical of weak subpar efforts. High Hopes is NOT one of those efforts. Not since Born In the USA has a Springsteen album been in such heavy rotation for me. The River and Rising came close when they were released. I think the covers are well chosen and have been completely nailed. The tunes we've all heard before are given there just due, and this album is better for it. There is a distinct pop sound to these songs. It's true, there's no Jungleland or Thunder Road. Hell, there's not even a Lonesome Day. But - there is a Harry's Place and The Wall and Down In The Hole. Love it.y. We need to appreciate this artist while we've got him.

Anyone who claims this album is anywhere close to the music Springsteen put out prior to Born in the USA is kidding themselves. Just like all of his more recent albums (except the Live & Greatest Hits) - a few okay songs and a bunch of stuff you don't want to hear twice.

coooool i like your music

An artist can not just keep pumping out the same type of upbeat music and expect every one to be a hit. Springsteen knows that. So what does he do? He comes out with High Hopes and it does not disappoint. He has his upbeat greats and his slow greats. I may be only a senior in high school but I have been listening to Bruce forever and this album is fantastic. end of discussion.

What should/would u write after almost 50 years... This album reinvents rock and, the boss is...a joe strummer of icons

After reading some of the previous reviews, I was a bit skeptical about High Hopes. But, (not to my surprise), High Hopes is a solid piece of work. The alternate version of TGofTJ is fantastic; I can't stop listening to it. Do yourself a favor..this needs to be in your collection. Once again, Bruce proves why he is The Boss!

Bruce has always been one of my favorites period. his early stuff was great, I particulrly like the solo stuff, The Rising and his venture into folk all great, but starting with Magic, The albums left me a little dissapointed while in each album there are gems, I am not used to filler in a springsteen album and the pop direction he took the music was not my bag, this album has so much I have already purchased. . Half of the cd has been previously released, The ghost tom joad, High Hopes, Dream Baby Dream, American skin. the wall is a instant classic. I have high hopes the next album will be better

Love the edge Tom Morello brings to the music, especially 41 Shots, High Hopes. Don't understand all of the neg reviews- I like hearing this somewhat new direction from Bruce. Sounds great!

Amazing new music !...covers or not they are reworked perfectly. Some of these old time fans are just living in the past!!

Some things in in life have the ability to lift us up and put an involuntary smile on our faces... Bruce's magic is one of them. An amazing album, like all his albums are... Give it a listen... You won't regret it.

As of 3/16/14 Bruce is circling the toilet bowl of Rock and Roll. Seems the Boss has shut down some bridges of his own. I find his music now very over produced and lacking spontaneity. Gone is the working man's man. Gone is the raw emotion. Gone! The voice of a desperate generation in the want for something better. Bruce I am sorry but I want a divorce. Go play with your elite shills and thanks for selling us out. Number 49 on the Critical List. You are no longer the boss you are just lost.

This album is good, but the Boss needs to do something new for his next album.

I love the sound of this CD! It definitely sounds like 2014. I've listened to it three times in the last couple of days and I like the Tom Morello sound of the guitars. Good direction for Bruce. Keep it up.

Bruce and Tom should work together more often. Tom's heavy and dynamic guitar sound compliments Bruce's dramatic writing style, so the lyrics and the guitar really play well together. I only give it four stars because a couple of the songs aren't fully developed, but overall, both artists have a flair for the dramatic, both lyrically and musically, without going over the top. Totally fresh and innovative!

I like the cover of the Havelina's 'High Hope's' but there isn't much else here to interest me. I own every song the man has released and he's starting to lose me. Great writer in his day. Great performer to this day. It's hard to write and connect with the common man when it's been almost forty years since he's been one. Life is different for him now...and that is most certainly reflected in his music.

this album is amazing. i could listen to it for ever. bruce is just a good singer and i could spend all my time jamming to these song. it's great and totally worth listening to.

That's what this is. If you don't know what Chopping Broccoli is, look it up on Google.

Awesome! Love it!

For those who despise Mr. Springsteen political views so much, feel free to go and listen to Mr. scratch cat fever.

Some new and some old but still wonderful. A must have for Bruce fans.

its about time reviewers realize that this guy is about making money...he's been doing it for a long time. overrated and overpaid

Like many others, I listen to every new Springsteen album hoping for another "Thunder Road". I like High Hopes more than anything he has done in a long while. Not the classic but definitely a good effort. Someone tell me why all the reviews at the top of iTunes are bad reviews when this has a 4-star rating on average?

This is an awesome album with passion in the songs. Many people who reviewed this lied. This album is very good, and the songs preformed live, forget about it.

Springsteen is the most overrated artist ever.

Thanks, Bruce.

the boss has left the building...who is this guy that's trying to replace him ?

There are some real gems on this. Check it out you won't be disappointed!

The Boss has not done anything in decades that can match what he did when he was in his prime. His live shows (74-79) were incredible. I think the last truly great album he made was Darkness on the Edge of Town. A poster of the album cover hangs on my bedroom wall. I did like Tunnel of Love. Thanks for the memories Bruce. You will always be #1 in my heart.

Wrecking Ball is still my favorite but this has some really good songs! Not as much energy but a quieter brilliance.

Don't know where he was going with this. Nothing good here.

Cast off songs. Not worth full purchase. I only bought High Hopes and might possibly get This Is Your Sword. Disappointed with this one.

Just Like Fire Would, this album burns with intensity. That's also the best tune on it. Some of Morello's guitar work, I think, is a little over the top for a Springsteen joint, but there's not a bad tune on the record. Harry's Place is probably the only "throw away" on here by Bruce's standards. It's an odd mix of tunes, but it's all interesting listening, and I bet these songs will all sound great live. High Hopes of seeing him and the band this year.

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What an amazing version. Morello and Springsteen together are magical.

Absolutely Amazing of course. Bruce never disappoints.

Bruce Springsteen says he isn’t done yet. In fact, he claims he has another fifty years in him. With his level of energy at live performances, it wouldn’t surprise me if that were true. All kidding aside, Bruce Springsteen’s music is as relevant today as it was throughout the 70s, 80s, 90s and into the new millennium. THE BOSS, as he is affectionately called by his fans, still has something to say, musically speaking. Springsteen is always writing something for an album, then puts it aside to work on something else for another album he started before but never finished. You could say in a way, he’s obsessed with music. Why shouldn’t he be? It’s his life, it’s his job and he’s done one hell of a job at it for nearly five decades. Is it any wonder Springsteen is also called “the hardest working white man in show business”? What other rock artist puts on 3 to almost 4 hour shows? Bruce Springsteen is the only name that is mentioned. Hot off the heels of his last highly acclaimed album Wrecking Ball comes High Hopes. It’s mix of old songs new songs and cover versions. There are 12 songs on this new record. Rest assured there are some gems on the album that will likely become real classics here. The album open with the title track of the album High Hopes. which was originally written by Tim Scott Mcconnell. In typical Springsteen Fashion it's one of those songs that has a great rhythm which makes you wanna dance and the lyrics make you sing along. It’s a pure rocker. Guest guitarist Tom Morello (best know for his work with Audioslave and Rage Against The Machine) adds his own stamp to the song. Morello could have been a bit more creative with his guitar here. The high energy of the song however prevail and will likely be a fan favourite at live shows. It’s certainly the perfect opener for the album. The gangster inspired Harry’s Place is one Springsteen wrote for his album The Rising but he never finished it until now. It’s a terrific song and has a nice laid back kind of groove to it but once again Morello wasn’t as creative on the guitar as we know he can be. American Skin 41 Shots (written by Springsteen) is one Bruce and The E Street Band have been playing live for many year but it was never recorded for a studio album. A song about the prejudice faced by blacks in America. This studio version will likely satisfy everyone who loved the live version. Spingsteen outdoes himself on this and the guitar infusion of Tom Morello gives the song renewed energy and spirit. Next up is Chris Baily’s Just Like Fire Would and of course Bruce puts his on spin on it. The band is on the money here and really does burn it up like fire would. Great music, lyrics and singing. Down In The Hole (also penned by Springsteen) is a brilliantly dark and hauntingly lonely minor’s tale. The far away sound of a hammer hitting rock paints the picture. No artist today writes a song that actually tells a hard life story the way Bruce does here. Patty Scialfa adds to the ghost like imagery with her humming vocal. Simply wonderful and one of the album’s best tracks. At times Springsteen is a preacher, pastor and teacher and on Heaven’s Wall Reverend Springsteen inspires his E Street congregation to sing the gospel, raise their hands and join him on a rock ’n’ roll journey of religion and spirituality. Frankie Fell in Love is pure Springsteen (also written by Bruce) and a full on rocker that only THE BOSS can deliver. The E Street band in full force. Somewhat reminiscent of Darlington County from Bruce’s best selling album to date, Born In The USA from 1984. Both Nils Lofgren and Steve Van Zandt share guitar duties and vocals along with Bruce. This Is Your Sword speaks to the heart in a simple way. Defend and protect what is most precious, your family. Another Springsteen penned tune that in its simplicity delivers a powerful message. The lyrics paint the picture and the music is a wonderfully orchestrated soundtrack. Another example of Springsteen’s ability paint a picture is Hunter Of Invisible Game. This is such a beautifully written song and Bruce’s vocals elevate the song. The Ghost Of Tom Joad must be one of Tom Morello’s favourite Springsteen tracks. Originally written by Springsteen in the mid 90s and from the album with the same name. This newly recorded version may have the same lyrics as it’s original but musically the new version packs a powerful punch. The explosion of duelling guitars by Springsteen and Morello does go on a bit long though. As the saying goes, less is more. Not only does Tom Morello share the guitar spotlight with Bruce here but also the vocals. When they’re singing together, their voice do blend together very nicely and perhaps that’s how it should have been done rather than Morello do some of the vocals on his own. It is after all a Bruce Springsteen album. The Wall is such a wonderful piece of music and it speaks to the soul. When Bruce sings a ballad, there’s a tone of loneliness and sadness in the delivery, it makes you hang on to every word. The soulful sound of the organ and saxophone give the song soul and spirit. What would have or could have made the song even more extraordinary is powerful instrumental middle piece and then end it the way it was on the album. It’s a gem nonetheless. Closing out the album is a wonderful version of Suicide’s Dream Baby Dream and Springsteen almost hypnotizes you with the words that keep repeating and the echoing organ. Bruce played the song during his solo Devils & Dust tour from 2005. High Hopes does include some terrific tunes and the highlights among them are The Wall, Harry’s Place, Down In The Hole, Dream Baby Dream, Frankie Fell In Love to name a few. There is something on the album for every Springsteen fan. Album rating: 8 our of 10

Awesome album - every track is great!

Fabulous collection! I prefer the live 41 shots but this is beautiful too! Thanks again Bruce! Keep it coming and bring it up to Canada again soon!

Though the tone shifts dramatically, the album does have a cohesive narrative throughout. Tom Morello brings some punch to an already guitar-stacked ensemble. This is an album of tremendous depth and soul. Maybe not as immediately satisfying as some recent albums, but certainly a solid rock album. Nice to hear some Clarence and Danny on this as well. Covers of The Saints (Just Like Fire Would) and Suicide (Dream Baby Dream) should give those two outfits a much-needed royalties boost. I cannot wait to hear these songs roll out on the coming tour. Talk about fire, oh man!

Absolutely amazing! Yet another perfect example of The Boss' work!

Not his best work by any stretch. Ho Hum

It gives me a smile ...

All songs are amazing. Honestly enjoy them more than most music these days.

It seems most of the album is a rehash of stuff that they packed together after a jam session on a Sunday afternoon in someones garage.

Dream Baby Dream fantastic Great Album

Just love this new album!!! Great feel to it and I love every single song!!

Sounds like he has done it again. Love it

Bruce rocks... I am going crazy with all this modern era garbage we call "music". Thank you Bruce for giving me something good to listen to :)

Another amazing song. Thank you bruce

Bruce covered Dream Baby Dream on his Devils & Dust tour 8 or 9 years ago, and with this recording he captures all the desperate hopefulness of what I saw in Vancouver. No small feat. As far as his generation goes, only Van Morrison can match his sustained brilliance as an artist.

The two songs are a great follow up to Wrecking Ball...can't wait for the full album

Yes! This is the Bruce we all love!

After 40 years Bruce is still THE BOSS. Always true to his style with original big band sound and deep lyrics, The Boss is back with his new invention. Bruce does not release any album he isn't 100% satisfied with so we know this one is gonna be badass.

Top new album BRUCEY xx

Born in 1970, so I have grown up all my life with this music and High Hopes is still as fresh as if it was recorded 40 years ago. The only thing better than this album is the opportunity to hear some of it live next week in Melbourne. Will be hard to beat the previous tour concerts held at hanging rock but I do have "High Hopes".

So...very...boring

Fantastic songs with brilliant lyrics and an amazing band/sound. You dont only fall in love with the songs but the music too, its incredible to listen to the guitar work and sax, trumpet etc. Do yourself a favour and get this, you'll love guaranteed!!! "Raise your hands,Raise your hands"

Fantastic album, Springsteen is at his best at the moment- this album is timeless

This legend just keeps on keeping on!!! Brilliant album

Just when you thought the best of Bruce Springsteen’s work was behind him, he brings out High Hopes. This is one of those albums that you will be putting on repeat and listening for years to come. This is a classic album and in my opinion as good as it gets.

A completely engaging CD of light and shade lyrics and music captured superbly from "The Wall" to "Tom Joad" and “Frankie" … all 12 tracks offer the signature blend of the Boss and E band at their very best. High Hopes certainly delivers for me!

Well worth the wait. High Hopes is Springsteen at his rock god best. The cover of 'Just Like Fire Would' is brilliant and the reprise of the 'Ghost of Tom Joad' made me fall in love the song all over again. Turn it up loud enough and it's like having a rock concert in your car.

Even after 50 years Bruce is still releasing great material. Cannot wait to hear some of these songs next month in Australia! Hoping that he does "The Wall".

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