Bruce plays Wrigley Field for the first time, and in Philadelphia he sets the unbroken record for his longest American show. Plus: the E Street Band plays a gig without Bruce, and more.
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On this date in Springsteen history: Bruce plays Fenway Park and New Orleans for the first time, Boz Scaggs and Peter Wolf make guest appearances with the E Street Band, the release of Chimes of Freedom, and more. Audio and video inside.
On this date: Bruce kicks off a magical show at Circus Maximus with “New York City Serenade” (complete with strings), plays a one-time-only cover of “Honky Tonk,” and makes surprise appearances at Jersey shore bar gigs. More highlights inside.
On this date: Bruce gets married for the first time, plays “Johnny Bye-Bye” for the first time, and joins an 80s nostaglia night with Sting, Lady Gaga, Elton John, and more. Great video inside!
On this date: Nils Lofgren joins the E Street Band, Bruce enjoys a final night out as a bachelor, Bruce plays “Dream Baby Dream” for the first time, and more.
On this date: Bruce records his first demos for Columbia Records, honors Pete Seeger and Dr. John, makes a return visit to Jazz Fest, and more.
Talk about a significant date: Bruce plays his legendary Jazz Fest show in 2006; “Dancing in the Dark” makes its reunion-era debut; MTV debuts a new documentary; and the Sunshine Blues Band debuts. Much more inside.
On this date: Bruce makes his legendary late-night Graceland expedition. Plus: great video of Bruce’s return visit to JazzFest and rare performances and premieres over the years.
Bruce makes a Daily Show appearance, records tracks for the Seeger Sessions album, and closes out the L.A. Sports Arena on this date in history. Highlights and more inside.
Bruce apologizes to Australia on behalf of America and sends a message back to Washington DC on this date in Springsteen history. More highlights inside.