It's both sad and somewhat ironic that this talented New Brunswick, New Jersey band that celebrates everything American has thus far attained greater success in Europe than here in their home country.
Formed in 2005, the band came to prominence with their 2008 album “The '59 Sound” which Slant magazine describes as “a collection of fist-pumping songs about being young, getting out and finding love in the small towns that exist by the side of the highway.” Remember hearing “Born To Run” for first time? Twenty-four years later, “The ’59 Sound” updates that sound for a new generation.
2009 found the band opening for The Boss himself in Europe and then he returned the favor by joining them onstage at several European festivals. Not bad for a few 20-somethings from the Garden State.
“American Slang” followed in 2010 and further solidified The Gaslight Anthem as keepers of the flame for the Jersey-shore sound.
This is music to be savored whether cruising on an endless highway with the windows down and the gas tank full or late in the evening sipping a martini at your favorite seafood restaurant.
Yes indeed, the American Dream is alive and well. One listen to either “The '59 Sound” or “American Slang” and I'm confident you'll agree. We're currently featuring songs from both albums in all Bonefish Grill restaurants.