Today in Springsteen history: Bruce releases two new videos, a star-studded holiday show in Asbury Park features the return of some notable set list prodigals, and an epic 20-minute “Kitty’s Back.” More highlights inside.
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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: The debut of “The Hitter,” a rare 1971 soundboard performance, and more. Plus: “Good evening, Ohio!”
On this date in Springsteen history: A live radio broadcast from The Roxy, guest appearances with The Knack and U2, and more.
Happy birthday, Charlie Giordano and The River! Also on this date: Bruce plays an acoustic set at the first Bridge School Benefit, an epic E Street Band performance of “Better Man” with Bruce and Eddie Vedder, and much more.
The Vote for Change Tour kicks off, The Rising Tour winds down, and Bruce kicks off a mini-tour of Italy with the Sessions Band. Plus: Bruce serenades Sting on his 60th birthday, and I meet Bruce in Seattle!
On this date: Bruce debuts “Meeting Across the River,” the Lawsuit Tour kicks off, River Tour rehearsals are filmed, and more.
On this date: Born to Run hits #1, Bruce debuts his duet with Sting on “Every Breath You Take,” and a tantalizing audio glimpse of a still-unreleased, never-performed original song.
On this date: video footage from Bruce’s 1975 show in Houston, Bruce wins two MTV VMAs, and Bruce’s first performance of “I Walk the Line.” Watch them all, plus more highlights here.
On this date: Phantom Dan earns his nickname, Bruce and the band kick off a six-night stand at the Philadelphia Spectrum, Bruce plays his first 9/11 show since the tragic attacks, and more.