Jackson Browne´s "Hold Out" is not a terrible album. Unfortunately, it gets compared to his 1970s masterpieces like "For Everyman," "Late for the Sky" and "Running on Empty," next to which it does, indeed, pale by comparison. That said, there are some good songs here, particularly "That Girl Could Sing" and "Boulevard." The eight minute cut "Hold On Hold Out" that ends the record is also strong. The rest, including the dated "Disco Apocalypse," are decent filler material, though at 7 songs and a just over a half hour running time, the whole project feels slight compared to Browne´s best work.