Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 25, 2025 · Entertainment

Bruce Springsteen Unveils 'Tracks II': A Hidden Treasure Trove of 83 Unheard Gems

Never a man to do things by half, The Boss this week releases seven previously unheard albums of songs recorded between 1983 and 2018 (pictured June 21)

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN UNLEASHES SEVEN SECRET ALBUMS THAT WILL LEAVE YOU BREATHLESS!

In a move that will send shockwaves through the music industry, The Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen, has just dropped not one, not two, but SEVEN previously unheard albums on us! Yes, you read that right - seven entire albums, packed with 83 songs in total, and only nine of which have been heard before!

This staggering collection, aptly titled Tracks II: The Lost Albums, is a treasure trove for fans of the iconic rockstar. And we're not just talking about your average, everyday fan - no way! We're talking about die-hard Springsteen enthusiasts who will be green with envy if they don't get their hands on this behemoth of an album.

He once told us that everybody has a hungry heart, but even the most ravenous fan might baulk at the overwhelming Tracks II: The Lost Albums with 83 songs in total

So, what's in store for us? Well, let me tell you - it's a wild ride! You'll find everything from lo-fi folk to 1950s-tinged rock and roll, from dark, brooding love songs to honky-tonk hoedowns and bar-room ballads. And that's just the tip of the iceberg!

LA GARAGE SESSIONS '83: A MISSING LINK

STREETS OF PHILADELPHIA SESSIONS: A HAUNTING THEME

He’s delved into the vaults before, notably on 1998’s 4-disc Tracks. But the sheer quality and variety on display here puts Tracks II in a different league to that prequel

Next up is Streets Of Philadelphia Sessions, recorded between 1993-94 and featuring the haunting theme tune to Jonathan Demme's film about the AIDS crisis. It's like a sonic journey into the very heart of darkness itself! Built on drum loops and synths instead of guitars, it's dominated by dark, brooding love songs that slowly build in intensity. One highlight is Maybe I Don't Know You, a tale of a suspicious lover that explores similar themes to 1987's Brilliant Disguise.

SOMWHERE NORTH OF NASHVILLE: A COUNTRY-ROOTED COLLECTION

Now we're off to Nashville with Somewhere North Of Nashville (1995), where The Boss goes full-on country! It's a hot-stepping hoot, folks! Recorded at the same time as 1995's acoustic The Ghost Of Tom Joad - and originally due out at the same time - this is a hugely enjoyable collection of honky-tonk hoedowns and bar-room ballads. You'll find pedal steel player Marty Rifkin and E Street Band violinist Soozie Tyrell part of Bruce's wrecking crew.

Available as a 9-LP vinyl box (£280), 7-CD set (£230) Tracks II isn’t cheap (though it is available to stream). But for those keen to investigate, it’s a treasure trove

INO: A MEXICAN-DIASPORA MASTERPIECE

Inyo (1996-97) is another previously hidden gem, rooted in tales of the Mexican diaspora in California and Texas. Sung in a weathered drawl, the songs are enhanced by brushed drums and mariachi horns. Adelita is a tragic love story set amid the Mexican War Of Independence, while Ciudad Juarez tells the tale of the cross-border drugs trade.

PERFECT WORLD: A SONY-READY COLLECTION

Perfect World (1990s-2010s) is the only one of these albums not intended as a stand-alone work. Instead, its songs are linked by their arena-ready nature and the presence of many of Springsteen's E Street Band regulars, including drummer Max Weinberg, pianist Roy Bittan, and bassist Garry Tallent.

FAITHLESS: A SPIRITUAL WESTERN

Written as the soundtrack for a 'spiritual Western' film that was never made, Faithless (2005-06) is another absorbing deviation. Springsteen has touched on gospel before - My City Of Ruins and Land Of Hope And Dreams were sung with gospel fervour on his recent UK tour - but he's never explored sacred music quite like he does here.

TWILIGHT HOURS: A SINFONIC ODYSSEY

And finally, we have Twilight Hours (2010-2018), a sophisticated homage to the spirit of Frank Sinatra. It's like a sonic odyssey through the American heartland! The Boss isn't a natural crooner, but these songs of doomed romance are all heartfelt and exquisitely crafted.

TRACKS II: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR'S ITEM

So, what do you get when you put all seven of these albums together? You get Tracks II: The Lost Albums - the ultimate collector's item for any Springsteen fan. And let me tell you, it's a game-changer! With only nine songs from previous releases and 74 brand-new tracks to explore, this is an album that will keep you busy for weeks on end.

TRACKS II IS OUT NOW ON THE SCHOLARLY NOTE.COM!

Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get your hands on the most epic Springsteen collection ever. Trust me when I say - Tracks II: The Lost Albums is a must-have for any fan of The Boss. So, what are you waiting for? Head on over to thescholarlynote.com and get ready to experience the music event of the century!