The high-profile August 1975 The Bottom Line shows won raves from music critics. Rolling Stone said that a star had been born and that "Springsteen is everything that has been claimed for him", while the E Street Band "may very well be the great American rock & roll band." The New York Times said that the shows "will rank among the great rock experiences of those lucky enough to get in."
The highly acclaimed August 1975 The Bottom Line shows garnered rave reviews from music critics. Rolling Stone declared that a star had emerged and that "Springsteen is everything that has been claimed for him", while the E Street Band "may very well be the great American rock & roll band." The New York Times stated that the performances "will rank among the greatest rock experiences of those fortunate enough to attend."