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.
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On this date: The Reunion Tour finally kicks off, Bruce works out a new song called “Devils & Dust” at a 2003 soundcheck, and the E Street Band plays a surprise concert at Colgate University. More highlights and great video inside.
Steve Van Zandt makes his Steel Mill debut, Dr. Zoom and the Sonic Boom play their first show, and Bruce convinces Columbia Records to sign The Bangles–all on this date in Springsteen history.
An embarrassment of riches on this date in Bruce history: the one and only performance of “Hunter of Invisible Game,” a Grammy performance with Paul McCartney, a Johnny Cash tribute, and much more–great footage and audio today!
On this date in Springsteen history: Not one, not two, but *three* Australian shows, the “Lawsuit Tour” opener, and no respect in Atlanta for “Bruce Silversteen.”
On this date: Bruce surprises with a call-in to E Street Radio and a guest appearance with Gaslight Anthem, plus an emotional show the day after John Lennon’s death. Much more inside.
On this date: Bruce releases the video for “War,” gets his first opening act in 20 years, and plays his last show of the 20th century. More highlights inside.
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.
On this date: Bruce plays his first-ever stadium concert in his home state, brings back “Crush on You” and “Drift Away” after 28 years, makes an unintentionally comical Asbury Park surprise appearance and more.
On this date in Springsteen history: Bruce launches the U.S. leg of the Reunion Tour, kicks off a ten-night Rising stand at Giants Stadium, and releases his Magic Tour Highlights EP. Video, audio (including a 1978 radio interview) and more inside.