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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.
Rare River Tour (the original one) video, an all-star one-night-only tribute to the Upstage, and the first public warm-up for the Devils & Dust Tour lead the highlights from this day in Bruce history.
On this date in 2008, Danny Federici passes away after a long fight with melanoma. Rest in peace, Danny. Other notable events from this date inside.
On this date in history: Danny Federici makes his final appearance with the E Street Band. Watch the emotional performance, plus more highlights from across the years.
Happy birthday to Danny Federici, born on this date in 1950. Also on this date: Steel Mill plays their last gig, an original River Tour show is captured on video, and more.
On this date: Bruce makes a guest appearance with Patti Smith, debuts “Hearts of Stone,” and records a Christmas greeting for Ed Sciaky. Plus: a very crowded “solo” stage in Asbury Park and much more.
On this date: Bruce meets David Bowie, Charlie Giordano makes his official E Street Band debut, a remarkable acoustic show in Asbury Park, and more.
This date in Springsteen history gave us some gems: check out the unreleased 1980 concert video from Largo, listen to highlights from Bruce’s trio of Asbury Park concerts in 1996, and more.
On this significant date: Bruce pays tribute to Frank Sinatra on his 80th birthday, the Blood Brothers EP is released, and Danny Federici plays his final full show. Much more inside.
One time only: Danny Federici rises to the occasion and leads the E Street Band in a rousing rendition of “Beer Barrel Polka.”