Bruce shoots the video for “Brilliant Disguise,” Nils drops by David Letterman’s show, Jake makes an early E Street Band appearance back in 2009, and Ben Stiller resurrects his Bruce impression on SNL. More highlights inside.
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Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul (9)
The Wrecking Ball tour wraps, the No Nukes! shows kick off, and Bruce opens a telethon for a nation in desperate need of healing–all on this date. Plus: early birthday surprises!
Bruce was working on what would become Nebraska in the autumn of 1981, but he still found time to contribute vocals to the title track of Little Steven’s debut album.
One time only: Bruce and Little Steven team-up for an encore of Marvin Gaye’s “Can I Get a Witness” at Steve’s Soulfire record release event.
Listen closely to Little Steven’s love song “Angel Eyes,” and you’ll hear the unmistakable (but uncredited) backing vocals of Bruce Springsteen.
Mere weeks before Little Steven released his cover of Etta James’ “The Blues is My Business,” he and Bruce (and the rest of the Upstage Jam Band) covered it at the Paramount Theater in Asbury Park.
“Until the Good is Gone” is one of Steve’s earliest and best solo efforts, featuring uncredited but unmistakable backing vocals from Bruce. Check out Steve and Bruce’s studio and live performances inside.
My first and surprise Bruce appearance was a tremendous show featuring Peter Wolf, Jackson Browne, and Little Steven & The Disciples of Soul.
Chuck Berry’s “Bye Bye Johnny” inspired one of Bruce’s own songs, but strangely he’s only covered it a few times. Here’s his most recent performance, with Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul.