It’s been a while since we’ve heard Jersey folk rock from The Gaslight Anthem and after hearing this, they easily picked up where they left off. The collaboration with Bruce Springsteen obviously is a focal point, great title track. The energetic songs like “Little Fires” and “Positive Charge” hold your attention. They sound great. The quieter, more somber tracks balance the album like “The Weatherman” and “Empires” do a good job of fleshing out the sound. Some of the tracks struggle to keep your attention as you zone out due to not having much foundation or production value. The high points definitely stand out well and it’s good to hear another chapter from The Gaslight Anthem in History Books. 7/10
Best Tracks:
“Little Fires”
“Positive Charge”
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“The Gaslight Anthem is a four-piece rock band from New Brunswick, New Jersey. They are known for their energetic live shows and their songs that often tell stories about working-class life and nostalgia. The band has released six studio albums, their most recent being History Books, which was released on October 27, 2023.
History Books is the band’s first album in nine years, and it marks a return to their roots. The album is full of energetic punk rock songs with catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics. The album also features a collaboration with Bruce Springsteen on the title track.
One of the standout tracks on History Books is “Positive Charge.” The song is a rallying cry for hope and resilience in the face of adversity. The lyrics are full of imagery of working-class life, and the chorus is anthemic and uplifting.” (Google Bard)
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The Gaslight Anthem – History Books | Album Review
