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Bruce Springsteen Elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences

Ken Kelley — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:54:55 +0000

As if selling millions of records and having fans all over the world isn't quite enough, it was recently announced that one of New Jersey's favorite sons, Bruce Springsteen, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.

Being inducted into the honorary society is no small feat. It inclu

Ten Most Underappreciated Classic Rock Artists- Asbury Jukes [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 02:05:35 +0000

Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes really benefitted from their association with Bruce Springsteen and future members of the ‘E’ Street band. The big challenge for the Jukes was not getting lost in Springsteen’s shadow, Bruse would perform with them from time to time and actually wrote some of their songs for their early albums. [...]

Bruce Springsteen's Super-Sized Set Lists Are Testing Steven Van Zandt's Stand In

Nick DeRiso — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:44:11 +0000

Perhaps they should have called this the Curve Ball tour. Tom Morello, filling in for Steven Van Zandt during the E Street Band's ongoing concerts through Australia, says Bruce Springsteen tinkers with the setlist until the absolute last moment.

10 Women Who Defined And Made Rock History – Patti Smith [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 01:32:47 +0000

Rocker Patti Smith’s nicknamed “Godmother of Punk.” In fact, the number of musicians she has influenced… well let’s just say you could run the gamut from U2 to Shirley Manson of Garbage. Her debut album titled, ‘Horses’ (1975), made its way to the “greatest albums” list of magazines like Time, Rolling Stone and NME. Patti [...]

Bruce Springsteen Confirmed to Headline Hard Rock Calling 2013

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:35:27 +0000

After intense speculation and one premature leak, Bruce Springsteen has been confirmed to headline Sunday, June 30 at Hard Rock Calling. Organizers broke the news on their website Tuesday morning (March 5), announcing the legendary rocker's third appearance at the celebrated rock festival just one day after the BBC apparently posted the news early, then removed it from their website.

Recognizing The African American Influence On Classic Rock – Black History Month – Clarence Clemons [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:31:30 +0000

It’s really hard to put in so many words about an artist who put in the passion that Clarence Clemons did when it comes to the gift of music he gave us. Honestly The E Street band would have been totally different without ‘The Big Man’, saxophonist Clarence Clemons. In fact, his whole life and [...]

Bruce Springsteen Receives MusiCares 2013 Person of the Year

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 14:45:36 +0000

Surrounded by friends, family and fellow musicians, Bruce Springsteen received the MusiCares 2013 Person of the Year award last night (Feb. 8). The evening's festivities, which included a tribute concert, auction and performance by the guest of honor, took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Tom Morello to Replace Steven Van Zandt on Bruce Springsteen's Australia Tour

Dave Lifton — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:00:02 +0000

This summer it was suggested that Bruce Springsteen may have to be without Steven Van Zandt for dates in 2013 due to the guitarist's previous acting commitments. Today, Springsteen announced that Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine will take over for Van Zandt when Springsteen tours Australia in March.

2013 MusiCares Tribute to Bruce Springsteen Lineup Announced

Dave Lifton — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 18:32:30 +0000

Back in June we reported that Bruce Springsteen had been named as MusiCares' Person of the Year for 2013. Today, the organization announced, via press release, the list of stars who will perform at this year's tribute benefit, which will be take place on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and the Who on 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert Lineup

Billy Dukes — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:01:22 +0000

Eight A-list artists have been named as performers at the 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy relief concert in New York City next month. Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and the Who are just three of the classic rock acts who've agreed to play the Madison Square Garden event. More are expected to be named in coming weeks.

Bruce Springsteen Hug Leaves New Jersey Governor Chris Christie in Tears

Chad Childers — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 21:21:23 +0000

New Jersey governor Chris Christie loves his state and all that comes with it -- especially Bruce Springsteen. The politician admits he's a huge Springsteen fan, and got a little emotional after meeting "The Boss" at a recent Hurricane Sandy telethon.

Aerosmith, Bruce Springsteen + More Raise Funds for Sandy Victims

Dave Lifton — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 14:08:32 +0000

The devastation wrought by Hurricane Sandy brought out some big names from the rock community to lend their voices in support. Last night, a one-hour telethon, ‘Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together,’ was broadcast to raise money for the American Red Cross' disaster relief efforts.

Springsteen, Sting, Billy Joel + More Headline All-Star Hurricane Sandy Benefit

Jeff Giles — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 16:13:42 +0000

The wind and rain that arrived with Hurricane Sandy earlier this week are now nothing more than a memory, but the hard work of rebuilding has just begun — and an impressive array of rock stars are banding together to help. Rolling Stone reports that NBC is spearheading an all-star televised benefit concert, dubbed ‘Hurricane [...]

Bruce Springsteen to Play Free Concert at President Obama's Virginia Rally

Chad Childers — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 11:50:59 +0000

Bruce Springsteen recently expressed his support for President Barack Obama in an open letter. Then he played an impromptu song for Obama at a rally in Ohio. And now he's planning to play a free concert at an Obama event in Virginia this week.

Bruce Springsteen Debuts New Song at Ohio Political Rally

John Soeder — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 21:38:51 +0000

Bruce Springsteen unveiled a new tune during a get-out-the-vote rally Thursday in Parma, Ohio, a working-class suburb of Cleveland. Springsteen didnâ€™t announce the tongue-in-cheek dittyâ€™s title. He joked about it being a rejected theme song for President Barack Obamaâ€™s reelection campaign, whose â€œForwardâ€ slogan was the basis for a playful call-and-response number: “I kissed your [...]

Bruce Springsteen Pens Message In Support of President Obama

Dave Lifton — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:38:01 +0000

Last Saturday (Oct. 13), it was announced that Bruce Springsteen would perform today (Oct. 18) at rallies in Parma, Ohio and Ames, Iowa for President Barack Obama. Late last night, a message from Springsteen outlining his reasons for doing so was published to his website.

Bruce Springsteen to Perform at Rallies for President Obama

Dave Lifton — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 20:19:19 +0000

President Barack Obama will once again turn to Bruce Springsteen to help him on the campaign trail. The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting that Springsteen will perform at two rallies for Obama next week.

Bruce Springsteen Joined by Original E Street Band Drummer Vini Lopez During New Jersey Show

Billy Dukes — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:02:19 +0000

There's nothing wrong with Max Weinberg, but his predecessor with Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band was back in the drum seat last night (Sept. 19) at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Vini "Mad Dog" Lopez surprised fans by sitting in to play 'E Street Shuffle' and later the tambourine on '10th Avenue Freeze-Out' and 'Twist and Shout.'

Interrupted Hard Rock Calling to Air

Jenna — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:49:02 +0000

The interrupted performance of Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen in Hyde Park last month will see the light of day. Fans in London’s Hyde Park were none too pleased when city officials literally pulled the plug on Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen’s show at Hard Rock Calling in July. Apparently, the pair were violating some [...]

Bruce Springsteen Duets with a Six Year Old [VIDEO]

Lynn Quale — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:31:55 +0000

Six year old Sophie Sutton got the experience of a life time at a Bruce Springsteen show in Dublin recently. The Boss invited Sophie on stage to perform ‘Waitin’ on a Sunny Day’ with him, and she did a pretty darn good job, especially being in front of 35,000 people.