Coincidence, subconscious, or intentional? Whatever the reason, Bruce’s cover of “Boom Boom” telegraphed an important change in his personal life.
Author: Ken
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One time only: Danny Federici rises to the occasion and leads the E Street Band in a rousing rendition of “Beer Barrel Polka.”
Daniele Tenca turned in a gloriously gritty cover of “Johnny 99” at a live performance in 2018. It’s now my all-time favorite arrangement of the song.
In 1984, a redheaded woman walked into a bar and changed the course of Bruce Springsteen’s life. This is the song she sang, and their only circulating performance of it together.
“Long Walk Home” lost its way in the studio, but in its original and acoustic arrangements, it’s one of Bruce’s finest and most relevant 21st century songs.
Bruce has covered “Louie Louie” several times through the decades–catch some of his best performances of the frat rock classic inside.
Two great “Dancing in the Dark” covers today, both featuring Irish vocalist Zak Moran–one solo and one with The Barley Mob. Check them both out inside.
In 1991, Bruce shed his skin and embraced life as a family man with “Living Proof,” one of the most important and influential songs in his catalog. Analysis and great performances inside.
One time only: Bruce duets with Billy Joel on “A Matter of Trust” during the waning days of the 2008 American presidential campaign.