Author: Ken Rosen (2080)
Roll of the Dice: The Fuse
One of the strongest tracks on The Rising, “The Fuse” focuses on the one sure antidote for existential dread.
Cover Me: I Want You
Suki Lahav’s tenure in the E Street Band was all too short, but her brief, prominent presence elevated Bruce’s performance–most notably in the pair’s stunning spotlight cover of Bob Dylan’s “I Want You.”
MatR: Joe Grushecky and Bruce Springsteen: East Carson Street
Bruce plays guitar on the title track of Joe Grushecky’s 2009 album, but even without Bruce’s contribution, “East Carson Street” is a great song about staying true to one’s roots.
Cover Me, Stevie Rees and Wyatt Edmonson: Badlands
Hot off the presses: Stevie Rees and Wyatt Edmonson transform “Badlands” into an acoustic, Cajun-country fiddle/mandolin romp that rocks way harder than you’d ever expect.
Roll of the Dice: Two for the Road
“Two For the Road” is short, sweet, and offers a few intriguing callback, but ultimately it falls short in both style and substance.
Roll of the Dice: City of Night
Boasting a hypnotic backing track and skillful editing, “City of Night” closes out The Promise with a lost gem.
Cover Me, Tom McRae and David Ford: Brilliant Disguise
Brilliant singer-songwriters in their own right, David Ford and Tom McCrae are irresistible when they team up to cover Bruce’s “Brilliant Disguise.”
Cover Me: Hoochie Coochie Man
Almost 50 years ago, The Bruce Springsteen Band put their own stamp on Muddy Waters’ biggest hit. Listen to their absolutely epic “Hoochie Coochie Man” inside.
MatR: Bruce Springsteen and Mike Ness: Bad Luck
An avid Social Distortion fan, Bruce was bound to cover their biggest hit. Watch Bruce team up–three times–with Mike Ness and Social Distortion on “Bad Luck.”
Cover Me: Not Fade Away
Bruce covered “Not Fade Away” as far back as 1971 and as recently as last summer. It’s always at the ready for an impromptu team-up–watch some of best ones inside.