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Month: April 2018

Cover Me

Cover Me, Allan Clarke: Born to Run

Posted on April 30, 2018April 14, 2018 by Ken

The strange but true story of how the lead singer of The Hollies covered Bruce’s most famous song before it was even released.

Where the Band Was

Where the Band Was: Philadelphia, April 29, 2009

Posted on April 29, 2018April 21, 2025 by Ken

Night Two in Philadelphia finishes as strong as it opened, with rarities and wild cards abounding.

Cover Me

MatR: Bruce Springsteen and Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band, Photograph

Posted on April 29, 2018April 14, 2019 by Ken

One time only: Bruce guests with Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band for Ringo’s classic “Photograph.”

Where the Band Was

Where the Band Was: Philadelphia, April 28, 2009

Posted on April 28, 2018December 28, 2022 by Ken

On Night One (of six!) in Philadelphia on the Working on a Dream tour, Bruce granted my all-time most-wished-for chase song.

Roll of the Dice

Roll of the Dice: Fade Away

Posted on April 28, 2018November 26, 2019 by Ken

“Fade Away” is a young man’s “Back in Your Arms,” a Danny Federici-powered cry of anguish over lost love. It’s beautiful and perfect–Bruce’s songwriting at its best.

Where the Band Was

Where the Band Was: Los Angeles, April 27, 2012

Posted on April 27, 2018December 12, 2021 by Ken

A surprise pre-show sets the tone for a memorable night at the L.A. Sports Arena.

Meeting Across the River

MatR: Mick, Jagger, Little Richard, Tina Turner, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, et al: Bony Moronie

Posted on April 27, 2018April 14, 2019 by Ken

New video: Bruce joins an all-start jam at the fourth annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and covers Larry Williams’ “Bony Maronie.”

Where the Band Was

Where the Band Was: Los Angeles, April 26, 2012

Posted on April 26, 2018April 25, 2023 by Ken

In which I discover the secret to getting in the building for sound check.

Cover Me

Cover Me, Babyface and Des’ree: Fire

Posted on April 26, 2018November 27, 2020 by Ken

From the 1998 filmĀ Hav Plenty, Babyface and Des’ree take Bruce’s already sultry “Fire” and turn it up a notch.  

Roll of the Dice

Roll of the Dice: Jesus Was an Only Son

Posted on April 25, 2018April 13, 2019 by Ken

“Jesus Was an Only Son” is a quiet reflection on the pain of losing a child. It transcends its religious imagery and resonates with any parent with children on the verge of adulthood.

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