Review 1 of 18

dkummer1 writes:

Not Rated

Bertito...get a grip, this is a cover CD/DVD. Bruce does a wonderful job with the entire band covering a wide range of his favorite Seeger songs. Watch the video that comes with the deluxe version. If you don't have fun watching and listening to this band in the homestyle studio, then your missing the point. Bruce attacks songs like "Pay ME Down, and John Henry with energy and enthusiasm that hasn't been heard since in this style ever. He's outgrown the E Street Band (Whom I love)and grown into more than just a rock artist locked into songs on Born To Run and Born In The USA. He's done all that over and over. He will be active for at least another 15-20 years, changing experimenting, and I say this CD/DVD is a major success! Buffalo Girls, Tucker, Jesse James,....turn it up and party....then bring it down and Bring Em Home! Bravo Bruce and the Sessions Band!

Jul 16, 2007 14:52:30

Review 2 of 18

bertito writes:

2of 5 Stars

I have always loved Bruce Springsteen, The Rising, Tunnel of Love and Born in the USA, they are all among my favorite CD's. But now We Shall Overcome...how Bruce dissapointed me for the first time. Well, all musicians are very good on this album but it is Bruce himself I cannot bear anymore. His singing is just plain awfull here, he overshouts everything. I'm sure Bruce wanted me to join his enthousiasm, but it doesnt work for me. He sounds all the way like a foolish old drunk. Is he deliberately torturing his voice and my ears? Also I believe the material is too simple. The background singers have to make gospels out of one word chorusses, how poor. The first track is a nice opener, and that's about it. I dont care if this album is politically important in current times, that's no reason for me to buy music. Im afraid Bruce started to believe in his own superego.

Nov 27, 2006 06:56:15

Review 3 of 18

groovegoon writes:

5of 5 Stars

Josh Randall is a clown stuck in a bubble...can't appreciate an artists departure from mainstream? Very sad indeed! This album is brilliant, rich and full of culture...a fantastic tribute to Peter Seeger and his protest songs! Nice work Bruce...I highly recommend this to those with "open minds"!!

Nov 2, 2006 12:27:39

Review 4 of 18

joshrandall writes:

1of 5 Stars

I was there and oh yes he was great. But what a long strange trip its been. It is past time for him to take his big grin home and sit around the pool. And this is not a "Play 'Thunder Road'" plea. This is not a good album on its own - or any - terms, (and there hasn't been one since Tunnel of Love), and there are much better places to discover the roots thing. Try the roots.

Oct 19, 2006 01:50:09

Review 5 of 18

hollybcars writes:

5of 5 Stars

Like many I have been a Springsteen fan for almost 30 years and I know some fans are having a hard time acepting this side trip Bruce is taking into folk music. But please give this a chance. I saw the Seeger Sessions tour 2 nights ago in Milwaukee and honestly it was the most joyous musical event I've ever attended. I have seen almost every tour and this was the best time I've had at a Springsteen concert in over 20 years. The venue was half empty - so many fans missed what I feel will turn out to be the concert of the season.

Please put aside your memories of the songs about cars and girls and listen to this CD and then catch what is left of this tour if you can. I promise you will not be sorry.

Jun 16, 2006 17:05:49

Review 6 of 18

djt1977 writes:

5of 5 Stars

As soon as I heard "Old Dan Tucker" streaming over the internet, I was instantly hooked. High energy and toe-tapping rhythms, very unconventional work for Springsteen. The band and background vocalists are great and they put something together absolutely genious. Great album for young and old alike.

Jun 15, 2006 00:03:43

Review 7 of 18

GuitarMan writes:

5of 5 Stars

The spontanaeity and energy of the Seeger Sessions reminds me of Miles Davis Kind of Blue Sessions, where the songs were created similarly in one take at the studio. In my humble opinion, this has to be one of the most joyful and inspiring albums of the year! Kudos to Springsteen for having the guts and conviction to take on such a seemingly uncommercial project and turning it into such a dynamic and creative work of art.

May 22, 2006 17:35:05

Review 8 of 18

pharr0104 writes:

3of 5 Stars

I liked it at first--lively, loud, rollicking. Then too much of the same thing turned me off. Most of the songs sounded about the same--loud. The few that weren't loud were not particularly well done -- to my taste, anyway. It's not a disaster--it's just not for me.

May 14, 2006 21:29:39