Bruce Springsteen is stepping into the cinematic spotlight with the release of Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, a new biopic chronicling the making of his haunting 1982 album Nebraska. Directed by Scott Cooper and starring Emmy-winner Jeremy Allen White as The Boss himself, the film explores Springsteen’s personal and artistic struggles during a pivotal moment in his career.

The movie, which opens nationwide today, dives deep into Springsteen’s battle with depression, his search for meaning through songwriting, and the raw emotional terrain that shaped Nebraska. It’s a story of solitude, resilience, and the quiet power of music to heal, a theme that resonates far beyond the screen.

🎶 Thunder, Lightning, and Chain Reactions

That emotional current flows right into today’s episode of The Softer Side with Carl Rossi. Episode 337 airs at 5pm, following news from the Associated Press, and features a thematic set centered on “Thunder and Lightning.” Among the highlights: Springsteen’s evocative track “Chain Lightning,” a fitting companion to the cinematic storm brewing in theaters.

Carl’s curated playlist explores the tension and release found in nature’s fiercest moments and in the music that mirrors them. Whether it’s the rumble of drums or the flash of lyrical insight, today’s show promises a reflective ride through sound and sentiment.

🕔 Tune In and Wind Down

Listeners can catch The Softer Side on KNCT FM 91.3, the most relaxing point on your radio dial. As Springsteen’s story unfolds on screen, Carl Rossi brings the emotional echoes to life through music—reminding us that behind every storm, there’s a song worth hearing.