In the early years of the Iraq War, Bruce warned us about the cost of moral compromise.
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Devils and Dust (23)
The tragic death of a family friend gave rise to this lovely song about the resilience of the spirit.
Tommaso Imperiali won third-place recognition for his powerful cover of “Devils & Dust” at this year’s Cover Me contest in Bergamo.
Inspired by a haunting expose of inner city poverty and his fascination with the American West, Bruce crafted a harrowing but redemptive story of a devoted mother and son.
Ken Tizzard of The Watchmen contributed a deeply empathic cover of “Devils and Dust” to a Newfoundland radio station’s Springsteen tribute.
“Reno” is easily one of Bruce’s most beautiful, poignant, and cinematic songs–it’s been in my top ten since the moment I first heard it.
Sadly more relevant today than when it was written, “Matamoros Banks” remains one of Bruce’s most heart-breakingly beautiful songs, better enjoyed on album than in concert.
A tale of two versions of the same song. One ranks near the top of Bruce’s catalog, the other near the bottom. Find out which is which (and why) inside.
Sister song to “Reno” and cousin to “Further On (Up the Road),” “Maria’s Bed” is a carefree jaunt with surprising depth and hidden poignancy–it’s one of Bruce’s best 21st-century songs.
A night of surprises closes out the Magic Tour in Kansas City.