Springsteen’s landmark 1984 album Born in the USA has become an iconic piece of American culture. The album art and long series of hits were hard to escape in the mid-80s and still play a part in modern day society. Join us as we discuss the album and some other things we’ve been digging on. Turn on the grill and break out the SPF – the Summer of Don shines on!

Bruce Springsteen – Born in the USA

Been Stellar – Scream from New York, NY

Linda Thompson – Proxy Music

Rich Ruth – Water Still Flows

Vampire Weekend – Only God Was Above Us

Ride – Interplay

Transmissions: The Definitive Story of Joy Division & New Order (2020)

The Libertines – All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade

Fontaines DC – Romance (August 23, 2024)

T- Rex – Electric Warrior

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