Bestselling author Peter Ames Carlin dives deep into one of rock’s greatest albums with ‘Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run,’ out now. Marking the 50th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen’s legendary ‘Born to Run,’ Carlin’s behind-the-scenes chronicle offers unparalleled access to Springsteen and his bandmates, capturing the creative intensity that defined the making of this classic record. From the aching beauty of “Thunder Road” to the sprawling majesty of “Jungleland,” the book retraces how Springsteen’s ambition, artistry, and grit transformed him into a rock icon.
Praised by the Los Angeles Times as “absorbing” and “fascinating,” ‘Tonight in Jungleland’ reveals new stories about the recording process, personal struggles, and artistic breakthroughs that shaped the album. With vivid storytelling and deep emotional insight, Carlin illuminates the moments when pressure turned into perfection — when the sound of youth, hope, and rebellion came roaring out of New Jersey to change music forever.