MatR: Bruce Springsteen and Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band, Photograph
One time only: Bruce guests with Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band for Ringo’s classic “Photograph.”
Where the Band Was: Philadelphia, April 28, 2009
On Night One (of six!) in Philadelphia on the Working on a Dream tour, Bruce granted my all-time most-wished-for chase song.
Roll of the Dice: Fade Away
“Fade Away” is a young man’s “Back in Your Arms,” a Danny Federici-powered cry of anguish over lost love. It’s beautiful and perfect–Bruce’s songwriting at its best.
Where the Band Was: Los Angeles, April 27, 2012
A surprise pre-show sets the tone for a memorable night at the L.A. Sports Arena.
MatR: Mick, Jagger, Little Richard, Tina Turner, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, et al: Bony Moronie
New video: Bruce joins an all-start jam at the fourth annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and covers Larry Williams’ “Bony Maronie.”
Where the Band Was: Los Angeles, April 26, 2012
In which I discover the secret to getting in the building for sound check.
Cover Me, Babyface and Des'ree: Fire
From the 1998 film Hav Plenty, Babyface and Des’ree take Bruce’s already sultry “Fire” and turn it up a notch.
Roll of the Dice: Jesus Was an Only Son
“Jesus Was an Only Son” is a quiet reflection on the pain of losing a child. It transcends its religious imagery and resonates with any parent with children on the verge of adulthood.
Where the Band Was: San Jose, April 24, 2012
Bruce kicks off the California leg of the Wrecking Ball tour with an intense performance in San Jose.