Magic
by Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
  • Record Label: Sony
  • Release Date: Oct 2, 2007
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 115 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 101 out of 115
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 115
  3. Negative: 5 out of 115

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  1. raciocinio
    May 1, 2018
    10
    Springsteen fez de novo, 5 anos depois do incrível The Rising (2002), Magic prova-se ser um excelente sucessor.
    2000's se mostra a melhor fase de Bruce Springsteen desde da primeira metade dos 1980's.
    A União de Springsteen+The E Street Band é sucesso é talento Destaques para faixas You'll Be Comin' Down Gypsy Biker Long Walk Home Girls In Their Summer Clothes Last To Die Radio    Springsteen fez de novo, 5 anos depois do incrível The Rising (2002), Magic prova-se ser um excelente sucessor.
    2000's se mostra a melhor fase de Bruce Springsteen desde da primeira metade dos 1980's.
    A União de Springsteen+The E Street Band é sucesso é talento

    Destaques para faixas
    You'll Be Comin' Down
    Gypsy Biker
    Long Walk Home
    Girls In Their Summer Clothes
    Last To Die
    Radio Nowhere
    Livin' in the Future    … Expand
  2. sicrano
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    A definitive great follow-up for The Rising (2002), from Bruce & The E Street Band...

    A Little Underrated come-on this album deserves a better percentage than Wrecking Ball (2012) that are a very disappointing album from the boss at least in the melodies
  3. Zanessa250QI
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    .....................................................................................................................................................................................MasterPiece
  4. Zaynhewsonjavad
    Apr 2, 2016
    10
    ................................................................................................................Have 73% 5% less than Wrecking Ball (2012) is bull **** this album is over and over superior Magic (2007) is a Masterpiece!!!!!!!!
  5. LoRevisor
    Jan 6, 2015
    10
    Excelente Álbum do "The Boss" É levemente melhor que The Rising 2002.
    Top 5 Magic 2007
    1-Long Walk Home
    2-Girls In The Summer Clothes
    3-You'll Be Comin' Down
    4-Devils Arcade
    5-Radio Nowhere
  6. Ricko
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    This album is in a similar vein to what Bruce and Band have been releasing through out the 00's - The Rising, Working on a Dream. The first half of the record is very strong but trails off in the 2nd half - it really just doesn't excite at all. Existing fans should be pleased with it. It's more a reflection of the heights the Boss has reached in his career but overall this doesn't compareThis album is in a similar vein to what Bruce and Band have been releasing through out the 00's - The Rising, Working on a Dream. The first half of the record is very strong but trails off in the 2nd half - it really just doesn't excite at all. Existing fans should be pleased with it. It's more a reflection of the heights the Boss has reached in his career but overall this doesn't compare to his better work. Having said that, there is still lots of quality present and most songwriters out there could learn a few things even from this record.… Expand
  7. CRL
    Jul 30, 2011
    8
    At first listen, its good. At second listen, it becomes something greater. In the end, Magic is a collection of almost surprisingly deep songs that also manage to provide pure musical enjoyment.
  8. RayZ
    Dec 6, 2007
    10
    Rich S. and Chris K. need to give this some more listens. I do agree that the first half of this disc is the weaker half but from "summer clothes" on, this could be the best set of songs he has ever put together. I have been an avid fan since 1980 and have seen this man perform concerts that a lot of these younger bands should ever hope to come close to. But back to the record. Too many Rich S. and Chris K. need to give this some more listens. I do agree that the first half of this disc is the weaker half but from "summer clothes" on, this could be the best set of songs he has ever put together. I have been an avid fan since 1980 and have seen this man perform concerts that a lot of these younger bands should ever hope to come close to. But back to the record. Too many people spend their time comparing discs instead of just giving merit to whats right in front of them....This one ranks right up there with the rest!… Expand
  9. RichS.
    Dec 3, 2007
    3
    Another Disappointment! Will he ever make another great rock album. If you made a Springsteen greatest hits (2 or 3 CD's) none of these cuts would be on it. Lyrics don't come close to previous E-Street CD's. Musically, you can name a previous song sound like.almost every cut on this CD. Sound recycled. Bought it the first day it was out on my way to work (High Hopes) now Another Disappointment! Will he ever make another great rock album. If you made a Springsteen greatest hits (2 or 3 CD's) none of these cuts would be on it. Lyrics don't come close to previous E-Street CD's. Musically, you can name a previous song sound like.almost every cut on this CD. Sound recycled. Bought it the first day it was out on my way to work (High Hopes) now it's in the record cabinet collect dust which is where most of his recent stuff is. Oh well, maybe the next one ... kind of like watching Ali - you always thought the next one would be the one - because he was so great. Key word: was. Let Dyal do the folk, save the world stuff.... Let's Rock & Roll!… Expand
  10. ChrisK
    Nov 25, 2007
    5
    I wish Bruce would stick with folk ... his rock sits too hard on the ears. I really wanted to love this record, and instead it doesn't even make my top ten of the year.
  11. LincJ.
    Nov 23, 2007
    9
    I'm close to giving this a "10". I'm a huge fan of the earliest Springsteen, as in the first 4, and still loved the next 3 after that (ending with "Born In The U.S.A." in '84). After that there have been amazing tracks, but they were all on albums that were pretty spotty (add them up and they make an incredible "lost in the woods" mix CD though). This is his best in 23 I'm close to giving this a "10". I'm a huge fan of the earliest Springsteen, as in the first 4, and still loved the next 3 after that (ending with "Born In The U.S.A." in '84). After that there have been amazing tracks, but they were all on albums that were pretty spotty (add them up and they make an incredible "lost in the woods" mix CD though). This is his best in 23 years. It is that great. What an amazing return to form.… Expand
  12. ChadS.
    Nov 13, 2007
    9
    "Girls in Their Summer Clothes" is Bruce Springsteen's best song since 1993's "Streets of Philadelphia". Morrissey could've written it, or Tom Pernice. This is a great love song, epic in scope like "Born to Run". I think of California when I hear this song. The other major track is, of course, "Radio Nowhere". Bad Religion, anyone? Springsteen sounds like he's in his "Girls in Their Summer Clothes" is Bruce Springsteen's best song since 1993's "Streets of Philadelphia". Morrissey could've written it, or Tom Pernice. This is a great love song, epic in scope like "Born to Run". I think of California when I hear this song. The other major track is, of course, "Radio Nowhere". Bad Religion, anyone? Springsteen sounds like he's in his twenties again, but it's definitely 2007 and not 1975.… Expand
  13. BJK
    Oct 24, 2007
    10
    In today's corporate run media (in the U.S.), any artist who gets political is going to get more than his fair share of bad reviews. Take the score you see and add 10 points for corporate media bias. After 32 reviews that puts the Boss up to 86, not 76. In my opinion, this is at least as good as the 9/11 inspired Rising which has a composite of 82.
  14. MarkB.
    Oct 23, 2007
    9
    Not my favorite Bruce album but it's growing on me. As with all Bruce records, they sound the best in concert with the band. Long Walk Home sums up my feelings better than any speech by a politician. Basically, it's going to take a long time to recover from what's happened in the last six years. The guy is on a mission to entertain and he's as serious as a heart Not my favorite Bruce album but it's growing on me. As with all Bruce records, they sound the best in concert with the band. Long Walk Home sums up my feelings better than any speech by a politician. Basically, it's going to take a long time to recover from what's happened in the last six years. The guy is on a mission to entertain and he's as serious as a heart attack. God love him!… Expand
  15. ChadM
    Oct 20, 2007
    10
    His best album in years. The E Street band have never sounded tighter. This is sure to go down as a classic.
  16. FlemmingK.
    Oct 20, 2007
    10
    Time will show, that this will be recognized as one of the great 4. Born To Run, Darkness, River and Magic! Play it through 10-20 times and your reservations will be gone. Mine was! Already a classic!
  17. TomH
    Oct 19, 2007
    7
    Flawed but insidiously grows on you. Some great songs on here like Devil's Arecade but also at least two throwaways.
  18. NathanJr
    Oct 17, 2007
    10
    Great stuff. Bill O Riley can suck it.
  19. BrianK
    Oct 16, 2007
    8
    The last great album Springsteen did was the Ghost of Tom Joad in 1995. In fact, I would say that is better than Nebraska and just behind Darkness, Born to Run and better than the RIver. But the last great E-Street band album...you definitely have to go back to the River. Which makes me think he needs to ditch the E-Street band and continue on with his Seeger Sessions band instead. The The last great album Springsteen did was the Ghost of Tom Joad in 1995. In fact, I would say that is better than Nebraska and just behind Darkness, Born to Run and better than the RIver. But the last great E-Street band album...you definitely have to go back to the River. Which makes me think he needs to ditch the E-Street band and continue on with his Seeger Sessions band instead. The Seeger Sessions are excellent.… Expand
  20. ZeroN.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    My friend had tix to see him in Ottawa the other night. It rocked. Never really listened to him that much before. Went out..got the album. Excellent stuff....really blows me away.
  21. TomS.
    Oct 16, 2007
    6
    Lyrically as good as ever, but musically it has a recycled, forced feeling. I didn't care for The Rising overall, but it did bring the substance, some of the songs definitely got under the skin. These are all surface, with the possible exception of the last track, which was added to the album at the last minute as a tribute to a deceased friend. If you want a great latter-day Boss Lyrically as good as ever, but musically it has a recycled, forced feeling. I didn't care for The Rising overall, but it did bring the substance, some of the songs definitely got under the skin. These are all surface, with the possible exception of the last track, which was added to the album at the last minute as a tribute to a deceased friend. If you want a great latter-day Boss album check out Devils & Dust.… Expand
  22. dec
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Best work in a generation
  23. ShannaV
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    I love this album!!!!!!! M.I.A., Radiohead, Ryan Adams, Spoon, the White Stripes, and Bruce.....this has been a great few months for music.
  24. maxy.
    Oct 14, 2007
    1
    one of the BADDEST album of every time it's not like THE RISING Springsteen is OLD without nice songs
  25. ZackA.
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    While I have heard a lot about Springsteen's politicism on this record, I for one know it's nothing new. He's always been a social commentator. The difference here is that it is clear he is responding to a particular administration, while in the past it was more of a focus on the personal lives of his characters. The assault on the American way, however, of the latest While I have heard a lot about Springsteen's politicism on this record, I for one know it's nothing new. He's always been a social commentator. The difference here is that it is clear he is responding to a particular administration, while in the past it was more of a focus on the personal lives of his characters. The assault on the American way, however, of the latest administration clearly requires a more direct response. I like this record more than I did The Rising; it is shorter and more compact. Give it a few listens and you will begin to understand the acclaim.… Expand
  26. Vassilis
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    His best album since The Rising
  27. Rev.R.
    Oct 14, 2007
    8
    The "Magic" of this album is that the Boss can use many of the familiar riffs and melodies, with a slight twist here and there, and create the best album thus far in 2007. However, I am not sure this means that Springsteen has recorded a gem, or that a gaping hole exists in rock for music that is genuinely novel, ear-catching, and significant. I find it easy to use phrases like "The Boss The "Magic" of this album is that the Boss can use many of the familiar riffs and melodies, with a slight twist here and there, and create the best album thus far in 2007. However, I am not sure this means that Springsteen has recorded a gem, or that a gaping hole exists in rock for music that is genuinely novel, ear-catching, and significant. I find it easy to use phrases like "The Boss is back," but then realize I am celebrating the return of a familiar, well-known sound. DOT Music's review employs a good, descriptive word for these songs. They sound like "retreads." The fact that I like the familiar sound of Springsteen, and think even his retreads are better than most music I hear out there makes this a sure buy for me; but in the grand scope of rock's evolution, and Springsteen's journey as a viable artist, I think there is little movement forward.… Expand
  28. ShawnG.
    Oct 11, 2007
    10
    My favorite Springsteen in 20 years.
  29. BethR.
    Oct 11, 2007
    10
    One of my favorite Bruce albums.
  30. AprilM
    Oct 11, 2007
    10
    Brilliant.
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73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 37
  3. Negative: 1 out of 37
  1. Los Angeles Times
    100
    It's the way Springsteen injects his American bible stories with the air of disbelief that makes Magic a truly mature and memorable album.
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  2. Uncut
    80
    It trades in giddying, irresistible, full-steam-ahead-and-damn-the-torpedoes rock'n'roll. But at its heart, it's essentially a thoughtful wander in search of personal and national innocence.
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  3. Drowned In Sound
    80
    Magic is a strong record, riddled with sad emotion yet a noble intent to carry on.
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