Nebraska — 1982

A stark solo home-recording of murder ballads and desperation, just voice, guitar and tape hiss. Haunting and uncompromising. Unlike anything else in his catalogue. Worth exploring once you've heard the obvious entry points.

On vinyl: '80s originals are plentiful and usually affordable; reissues tend to be cleaner but pricier.

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More from Bruce Springsteen — where to go next

If you have Nebraska, these are the Bruce Springsteen records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   Born to Run1975 · Rock
   Start here
2. 2
   Darkness on the Edge of Town1978 · Rock
   Classic
3. 3
   The River1980 · Rock
   Classic
4. 4
   Nebraska1982 · you're viewing this one
   Classic
5. 5
   Born in the U.S.A.1984 · Rock
   Classic

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