The Making Of Springsteen's 'Born To Run'

In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Peter Ames Carlin, author of "Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run," about Bruce Springsteen's iconic album. They discuss the album's significance, its near cancellation due to poor sales of previous albums, and the extensive creative process behind it, including early drafts of songs and the struggle to achieve the perfect sound. They delve into specific tracks like "Born to Run," "Thunder Road," "Meeting Across the River," and "Jungleland," exploring lyrical changes, musical arrangements, and the personal experiences that shaped Springsteen's songwriting during that period, and how the album marked a turning point in Springsteen's career and songwriting.