1001 Albums Summary

People complain about the mumble rap that is currently popular and I can't help but think that Springsteen is partly to blame. I could not understand more than half of what this dude was singing which I usually don't mind if the music sounds nice but in this case, it was a chore to get through. Wholly uninspired, generic rock that tries to trick you into thinking you're watching a fireworks show when you're really just watching a few guys standing around holding sparklers. Springsteen is basically a discount Meatloaf and it feels like his ultimate dream is to be Roy Orbison which he falls drastically short of. He obviously inspired many musicians who came after him which is commendable but it would be a better use of time to skip the inspiration and go straight to the inspired. Meeting Across the River was the clear standout and I don't know why I had never heard it prior to this listen.