Released in December 1982, The Distance is one of Bob Seger’s most acclaimed albums, blending driving rock rhythms with introspective storytelling. It features standout tracks like “Shame on the Moon,” “Even Now,” and “Roll Me Away.” The album captures Seger’s signature mix of blue-collar grit and emotional depth, exploring themes of love, ambition, and endurance. Produced with The Silver Bullet Band, it became a commercial success and solidified Seger’s reputation as a voice of authentic American rock in the early 1980s.