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Better Days

Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes · 1991

56 min · 14 tracks · heartland rock · Jersey Shore sound

A vibrant blend of rock and soul that echoes the spirit of the Jersey Shore.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • varied intensity throughout album

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1991, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes were firmly established in the music scene, following their previous album 'At Least We Got Shoes' released in 1986. 'Better Days' marked a significant return to form after several years of relative quiet, showcasing the band's signature sound and lyrical depth as they sought to reconnect with audiences.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Coming Back 3:58
  • 2 All I Needed Was You 5:03
  • 3 It’s Been a Long Time 5:31
  • 4 Soul’s on Fire (intro) 1:04
  • 5 Soul’s on Fire 6:56
  • 6 Better Days (intro) 0:58
  • 7 Better Days 5:05
  • 8 I’ve Been Working Too Hard 5:06
  • 9 Ride the Night Away 5:13
  • 10 The Right to Walk Away 4:46
  • 11 All Night Long (intro) 0:19
  • 12 All Night Long 5:27
  • 13 All the Way Home 3:55
  • 14 Shake ’em Down 3:12

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