Last week there was no new album in the top ten, but this week a new arrival shot straight to the top. Released in 1995, this was the first "Greatest Hits" album by Bruce Springsteen. In the thirty years since quite a few more have been released.
Springsteen certainly wasn't at peak popularity in 1995, his most recent albums released in 1992 (Human Touch and Lucky Town) didn't match the success of his earlier work. His contribution of the song Streets of Philadelphia to the film of the same name in 1993 definitely helped keep him relevant. A decade removed from his best and most popular album was probably a good time to revisit his twenty years of music. Many critics dislike compilation/best of albums, but they are obviously very popular with consumers.
Springsteen is currently my #1 most listened to artist on last.fm. I am obviously biased in favor of his music. My favorite Springsteen compilation album is probably The Promise, but this first Greatest Hits album is a good collection of the best of his first two decades of songs.
Thinking back I wasn't into Springsteen in 1995 as much as I am now. When I was a teenager his kind of rock music wasn't in fashion and it took me until the wisdom of adulthood to discover it.
I don't necessarily recommend this exact compilation of Springsteen, but I do recommend listening to his library. A more recent Greatest Hits from 2024 is another good choice, especially in the 31 song digital version. You should check it out!