Bruce plays his longest show ever in Helsinki, well over four hours including a pre-show. Plus: surprise appearances with U2, Bruce Hornsby, and Marshall Crenshaw, the live debut of “Lift Me Up” and more.
Tag: For You
On this date: Born in the U.S.A. hits #1, Bruce wraps up the European leg of the BITUSA Tour, and at the Roxy in 1978, Bruce delivers one of his greatest performances of all time.
A big, big day for Bruce: He sees his first ever rock concert, kicks off his biggest ever tour, films his most popular video, and debuts Nils and Patti as members of the E Street Band. Whew! There’s a lot more inside, too.
The very first performances of “Loose Ends” and “Lion’s Den” lead off the highlights from this date in Springsteen history. Plus: it’s wedding season!
Dr. Zoom and the Sonic Boom make their debut under that name on this date in history. Plus: Max misses his first show in 35 years, Bruce and Julianne hold their wedding reception, Bruce’s first ever performance of “Satan’s Jewel Crown,” and more.
On this busy date: Bruce plays three shows in three cities (and two states) in one day, records live tracks for the Chimes of Freedom EP, and opens a show with… Pony Boy?
On this date in history: the live debut of “Raise Your Hand,” the live recording of “Be True” for Chimes of Freedom, and Springsteen on Broadway reaches its 100th show. More highlights and lots of great video inside!
Check out a rare TV profile from 1985, a pro-shot “Kitty’s Back” from 2014, and highlights from the spectacular 1975 Main Point show featuring work-in-progress versions of songs that would appear on Born to Run.
It’s the debut of “Brothers Under the Bridge,” the release of “The Wrestler,” and the last “Crush on You” for 28 years as Bruce’s tours start to wind down for the year.
On this date: Winterland ’78. Need I say more? (Okay, how about a Rolling Stones guest appearance and the streaming video release of Springsteen on Broadway?)