In 2009, 59-year-old Bruce Springsteen is just as relevant as during his glory days in the 1980s. In the first decade of the new century, he made an impression with , in which he mourned the events of 9/11. Springsteen slowly grew into the conscience of progressive America. And if America goes where Bruce is going, there are many good things in store for the country in the coming years. The title
… of this album is full, because Working On Dream sounds hopeful above all else. Springsteen's characteristic rock sound is tastefully complemented by a warm organ (My Lucky Day) or beautiful harmonic vocals (What Love Can Do). has never sounded so 'pop'. This is pop music in the classic sense of the word, because Bruce doesn't sound smooth anywhere. Springsteen played several times during Obama's election campaign. The Boss may have been infected by his hopeful vision, because with Working On A Dream the singer delivers an album that is as optimistic as it is inspired. (PdK)more