Bruce joined The Four Tops and Diana Ross at the 1990 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies for the Tops’ “I Can’t Help Myself.” (I think–can’t actually pick him out. But give it try.)
Author:
Ken Rosen (2080)
Bruce’s one-and-only performance of “School Is Out” was with its original recording artist back in 1981.
Singer-songwriter Aoife O’Donovan turns in a gorgeously sung and beautifully filmed performance of “Nebraska.”
What can we say about this early, bluesy Steel Mill original other than that it showcases a young Bruce Springsteen developing his stage presence and patter? Um… let’s just go with that.
Days after Hank Ballard’s passing, Bruces Springsteen and Hornsby (along with former Steel Mill bandmate Robbin Thompson) pay tribute by playing Ballard’s last great hit.
Ryan Bingham doesn’t just cover “Atlantic City” — he pays homage to its origins.
There are two versions of “None But the Brave,” differing only by one line. But that line and its contemporary context matter.
In which I send thanks to the brilliant fan who requested and restored Jackie Wilson’s eternal classic to its rightful place in Bruce’s encore set.
American Aquarium frontman BJ Barham pays homage to his favorite songwriter with his moody cover of “Highway Patrolman.”
My first and surprise Bruce appearance was a tremendous show featuring Peter Wolf, Jackson Browne, and Little Steven & The Disciples of Soul.