In an exciting and unexpected move, Bruce Springsteen has announced the release of a special box set that is sure to thrill both diehard fans and casual listeners alike. Tied to the release of the “Deliver Me From Nowhere” biopic, this new box set features an array of never-before-heard material, including electric versions of classic tracks from Nebraska, along with a new live performance recorded at the iconic Count Basie Theatre in New Jersey.
The box set, which drops today, includes the long-lost E Street Band versions of most of the tracks from Nebraska, originally released as a solo acoustic album in 1982. These newly discovered electric renditions showcase a dynamic shift, bringing the raw, stripped-back sound of the original album into full, electrified glory. For fans who have long speculated about how Nebraska might have sounded with the full E Street Band, this is a dream come true.
In addition to the electric versions, the box set features acoustic outtakes from the Nebraska recording sessions, giving fans an inside look at the album’s creation. These tracks offer a rare, unpolished glimpse into Springsteen’s process during one of his most introspective creative periods.
Perhaps the most anticipated inclusion in the box set is the new live recording of “Nebraska,” performed in its entirety for the very first time. This live performance, filmed at Count Basie Theatre, marks a monumental moment in Springsteen’s career. For the first time ever, fans will hear the entire album performed live, with the electric energy of a full band bringing the emotionally intense album to life in a way never before experienced.
In a surprising twist, the box set also features a bonus DVD and audio of the live performance, allowing fans to experience the full performance from start to finish. It’s an emotional and powerful reminder of just how transformative Springsteen’s music continues to be, even decades after its release.
As an added treat for fans, “Born in the U.S.A. (Electric Version)” was released as a single today and is available for streaming on Spotify. The track, which has long been a defining anthem of Springsteen’s career, gets a new, electrified twist that brings a fresh vibrancy to the beloved classic.
With ‘Electric Nebraska’ and the bonus materials in the new box set, Springsteen is once again reimagining his legendary catalog and gifting fans with a deeper, richer experience of his music. The box set is available for purchase and is expected to be a must-have for any Springsteen aficionado or music lover.
