Rest in peace, Clarence “Big Man” Clemons. Clarence passed away on this date in 2011, but watch his magical performance with Bruce–just the two of them–from this date in 1988.
Tag: Castiles
Too many highlights to list: the first cut of “Born to Run,” the first “Meeting Across the River” in 20 years, and more. Plus: the debut of Bruce Springsteen and the Hot Mammas (really).
On this date: The Castiles lay down their first tracks, the High Hopes Tour reaches its anything-goes finale, and Bruce premieres… “Hava Nagila?” Listen, watch, and read more inside.
On this date: Nils Lofgren joins the E Street Band, Bruce enjoys a final night out as a bachelor, Bruce plays “Dream Baby Dream” for the first time, and more.
On this date: Bruce releases his Devils & Dust album, debuts “Hello Sunshine,” and more.
On this date: Bruce performs “The Angel” for the first time and soundchecks a new song, “American Skin (41 Shots).” Plus: Bruce is honored on Ellis Island, and the E Street Band returns to the stage after the passing of Danny Federici. Many more highlights inside.
The legendary Boston Music Hall stand of ’77 began on this date. Plus: Bruce guests with Neil Young in Sydney, Rosie comes out for the first time in the post-reunion era, and more.
Bruce meets Patti, kicks off the Wrecking Ball tour, makes a guest appearance with Dropkick Murphys, plays the first public gig with the reunited E Street Band, and more on this VERY busy day in Bruce history.
Bruce debuts “The Fever” and “Don’t Look Back,” records “The Klansman,” and more.
An E Street “sneak attack,” a self-spoofing Bruce, and a pair of guest-starring Joes highlight this day in Springsteen history.