Two of rock’s biggest names — Aerosmith and Bruce Springsteen — both released their debut albums to little fanfare on Jan. 5, 1973. And although the Boston-based hard rockers’ self-titled album ...

It’s a big anniversary for Bruce Springsteen — and for Asbury Park. The Boss’ debut album, “Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.,” turns 50 years old on Thursday, Jan. 5. “He put us on the musical map, ...