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Bruce Springsteen Unveils 'Repo Man' From Shelved 1995 Country Album

The rockabilly track previews 'Somewhere North of Nashville,' part of the upcoming 'Tracks II: The Lost Albums' box set due June 27.

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Overview

  • Bruce Springsteen has released 'Repo Man,' the first song from his long-shelved 1995 country album 'Somewhere North of Nashville.'
  • 'Somewhere North of Nashville' was recorded alongside 'The Ghost of Tom Joad' sessions, showcasing Springsteen's simultaneous exploration of country and folk genres.
  • 'Repo Man' features E Street Band members Danny Federici and Garry Tallent, along with pedal steel player Marty Rifkin, blending rockabilly and honky tonk elements.
  • The release is part of 'Tracks II: The Lost Albums,' a box set compiling 70 unreleased songs spanning decades, set to launch on June 27, 2025.
  • Previous previews from the box set include tracks from other lost albums like 'Faithless,' 'Streets of Philadelphia Sessions,' and 'Perfect World.'