This date in Springsteen history features guest-spots galore: John Eddie, Marshall Crenshaw, Elliott Murphy, Nils Lofgren, Joe Grushecky, Greg Kihn, and Jon Bon Jovi all share a stage with Bruce. Plus: rare performances, great shows, and more.
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The power goes out in Paris, the strings come out in Rome, Jake and Clarence share the stage, and it’s Christmas in July. It’s a date for unusual events in Springsteen history!
Bruce headlines Hard Rock Calling, plays an impromptu 2am concert in Iceland(!), guest-stars with Jackson Browne, and more.
On this date: Bruce films the video for “Glory Days,” makes a guest appearance with Robert Gordon, plays the last “The Price You Pay” for almost 30 years, and more.
On this date: the strange circumstances behind the first ever performance of “Dancing in the Dark,” the wrap-up of the Ghost of Tom Joad Tour, and more.
A big day for premieres: “Cautious Man,” “Boom Boom,” “A Good Man Is Hard to Find (Pittsburgh),” and “Bring ’em Home” all make their debuts on this date. More highlights inside.
On this date: Bruce records his first demos for Columbia Records, honors Pete Seeger and Dr. John, makes a return visit to Jazz Fest, and more.
Bruce kicks off the Devils & Dust Tour, wraps up the first U.S. leg of the River (2016) Tour, and appears on Good Morning America to promote his new Seeger Sessions album. These and more highlights inside.
Bruce kicks off a multi-year tradition of Asbury Park Holiday shows. Plus: a Tonight Show appearance, last performances of several songs for years to come, and more.
One time only (in public at least): Bruce Springsteen covers John Fogerty’s 1971 hit single with John Eddie, Greg Kihn, Elliott Murphy, and Marshall Crenshaw.