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Title: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 11, 2011, 07:11 PM
Talking last night at dinner with Penny, and Headhunter about some of his classic shows from the past, made me have to post this classic.

From the Capital Theatre, Passaic,N.J. 9/19/78

Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Passaic, NJ - High Quality (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWos8TS9yaE#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 11, 2011, 09:30 PM
Eric, you're my brother in arms.

2012 will bring us a Bruce show to share for sure.  And many other shows too I'm sure.   :)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Nov 11, 2011, 11:59 PM
Wow. So young..and the biceps don't hurt, either. Great footage..
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: iLikeBeer on Nov 12, 2011, 09:49 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Nov 11, 2011, 11:59 PM
Wow. So young..and the biceps don't hurt, either. Great footage..

Yes, but are those biceps really in proportion to his torso?   :P   ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: IHL on Nov 14, 2011, 02:07 PM

Another version of 'Prove It All Night' with the best intro EVER (again from the Darkness tour - 15th August 1978).


Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Largo live 1978 (Blu-ray) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Xab-th4ltU#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Tracy 2112 on Nov 14, 2011, 02:38 PM
Quote from: IHL on Nov 14, 2011, 02:07 PM

Another version of 'Prove It All Night' with the best intro EVER (again from the Darkness tour - 15th August 1978).


Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Largo live 1978 (Blu-ray) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Xab-th4ltU#)

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 14, 2011, 03:41 PM
Thanks IHL for the awesome clip.  78 is great vintage bruce time.

If I continue to see MMJ 5 plus times a year, it will only be about another 20 yrs until I've seen them as much as I've seen Bruce.

Like MMJ, a great example of an artist who's studio albums pale in comparison to the live show.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Nov 15, 2011, 12:06 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Nov 14, 2011, 03:41 PM

Like MMJ, a great example of an artist who's studio albums pale in comparison to the live show.

Completely agree, I would be nowhere near as big of a fan as I am if I only had the studio records to go by.

What do you guys think he will do next?  Solo, some other band, or continue the E Street band?  I find it really hard to conceive of the E Street band without Clarence, but it's also hard to think that Bruce would not still play with Steve, Garry, Max, etc.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: IHL on Nov 19, 2011, 09:47 AM

It's very rare that I listen to a Springsteen album these days. For the last 3-4 years I just play the bootlegs - Winterland, the Agora show, the Passaic show (19/09/78), the Roxy show and the Fox Theater show, Atlanta - all were broadcast live on the radio during the Darkness tour.

I also listen to this quite a lot from the Main Point 1975 bootleg:

Bruce Springsteen - Incident On 57th Street - 02/05/75 Main Point (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jy6H8DqTg8#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 19, 2011, 11:09 AM
Quote from: IHL on Nov 19, 2011, 09:47 AM

It's very rare that I listen to a Springsteen album these days. For the last 3-4 years I just play the bootlegs - Winterland, the Agora show, the Passaic show (19/09/78), the Roxy show and the Fox Theater show, Atlanta - all were broadcast live on the radio during the Darkness tour.

I also listen to this quite a lot from the Main Point 1975 bootleg:

Bruce Springsteen - Incident On 57th Street - 02/05/75 Main Point (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jy6H8DqTg8#)

This mainpoint show is imo the best live boot of any bruce show.  winterland, agora, bottom line are also special but the mainpoint (coming a few months before the release of born to run with different words to many of the btr songs) is just awesome.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 20, 2011, 09:28 PM
WOOHOO!!! This just in:

From his Facebook:
Bruce Springsteen
Well, things are starting to heat up down on E Street.

A lot of you have been hearing that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will be on tour in 2012. That is absolutely correct. The European dates run from the middle of May until end of July and are being announced this week. Info on the US dates and the World tour dates will coming up shortly.

In addition, we want you to know that the music is almost done (but still untitled), we have almost settled on the release date (but not quite yet), and that we are all incredibly excited about everything that we're planning for 2012. That's all the info we have for right now, but we'll get back to you--real soon.

http://brucespringsteen.net/ (http://brucespringsteen.net/)
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We're there Jeff, and you too Christine!!  8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Nov 20, 2011, 10:15 PM
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - Jungleland (PROSHOT) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PTJHhUeAfc#)

RIP Clarence
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Nov 21, 2011, 11:15 AM
Quote from: ericm on Nov 20, 2011, 09:28 PM
WOOHOO!!! This just in:

From his Facebook:
Bruce Springsteen
Well, things are starting to heat up down on E Street.

A lot of you have been hearing that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will be on tour in 2012. That is absolutely correct. The European dates run from the middle of May until end of July and are being announced this week. Info on the US dates and the World tour dates will coming up shortly.

In addition, we want you to know that the music is almost done (but still untitled), we have almost settled on the release date (but not quite yet), and that we are all incredibly excited about everything that we're planning for 2012. That's all the info we have for right now, but we'll get back to you--real soon.

http://brucespringsteen.net/ (http://brucespringsteen.net/)
Like · · Share · 5 minutes ago ·

We're there Jeff, and you too Christine!!  8)

it'll be a bucket list show..i will break my no stadium rule for this...!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 21, 2011, 11:55 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Nov 21, 2011, 11:15 AM
Quote from: ericm on Nov 20, 2011, 09:28 PM
WOOHOO!!! This just in:

From his Facebook:
Bruce Springsteen
Well, things are starting to heat up down on E Street.

A lot of you have been hearing that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will be on tour in 2012. That is absolutely correct. The European dates run from the middle of May until end of July and are being announced this week. Info on the US dates and the World tour dates will coming up shortly.

In addition, we want you to know that the music is almost done (but still untitled), we have almost settled on the release date (but not quite yet), and that we are all incredibly excited about everything that we're planning for 2012. That's all the info we have for right now, but we'll get back to you--real soon.

http://brucespringsteen.net/ (http://brucespringsteen.net/)
Like · · Share · 5 minutes ago ·

We're there Jeff, and you too Christine!!  8)

it'll be a bucket list show..i will break my no stadium rule for this...!

I don't think it'll be stadiums, at least not on the 1st U.S. leg. He might do some at MetLife, but that'll be over the summer if anything.  Strong rumors leaning towards Orlando in mid-March, and Nassau in early April. Not official yet though.

Only official shows so far are in the U.K. Closing the Isle Of Wight festival, and a Hard Rock Calling Show in London. I believe that's in Hyde Park.

Looks like a visit out to casa - Headhunter might be in store for April!  ;)

I'll keep you posted as dates are starting to trickle out, with an official announcement soon. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 12:41 PM
Looks like a visit out to casa - Headhunter might be in store for April!  ;)


Eric- If the Boss hit's the Nassau Coliseum, your room at mi casa is reserved for sure.
And Penny, it will be a distinct honor to chaperone you to your first Bruce show.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 21, 2011, 01:02 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 12:41 PM
Looks like a visit out to casa - Headhunter might be in store for April!  ;)


Eric- If the Boss hit's the Nassau Coliseum, your room at mi casa is reserved for sure.
And Penny, it will be a distinct honor to chaperone you to your first Bruce show.

Thanks Jeff.  :beer: Looking forward to it.  I would've been a bit worried about a 1st timer coming to a Bruce show with us two, but having been to more than a couple of shows with Penny, no such worries.  ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Nov 21, 2011, 01:32 PM
Quote from: ericm on Nov 21, 2011, 01:02 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 12:41 PM
Looks like a visit out to casa - Headhunter might be in store for April!  ;)


Eric- If the Boss hit's the Nassau Coliseum, your room at mi casa is reserved for sure.
And Penny, it will be a distinct honor to chaperone you to your first Bruce show.

Thanks Jeff.  :beer: Looking forward to it.  I would've been a bit worried about a 1st timer coming to a Bruce show with us two, but having been to more than a couple of shows with Penny, no such worries.  ;)

ha ha...seeing you two at a Bruce show might be a lesson for me!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 02:54 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Nov 21, 2011, 01:32 PM
Quote from: ericm on Nov 21, 2011, 01:02 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 12:41 PM
Looks like a visit out to casa - Headhunter might be in store for April!  ;)


Eric- If the Boss hit's the Nassau Coliseum, your room at mi casa is reserved for sure.
And Penny, it will be a distinct honor to chaperone you to your first Bruce show.

Thanks Jeff.  :beer: Looking forward to it.  I would've been a bit worried about a 1st timer coming to a Bruce show with us two, but having been to more than a couple of shows with Penny, no such worries.  ;)

ha ha...seeing you two at a Bruce show might be a lesson for me!

Penny, when it comes to rock shows we all know you're no amateur but if you get a fist bump from Bruce before I do, then we got trouble.    ;)  Besides, with Eric & I as your guides, I'm guessing you will be just fine.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Nov 21, 2011, 02:58 PM
Bruce is on my bucket list as well. If I can knock Roger Waters, Radiohead, and Bruce in 2012, that'll be a good damn 6 months!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Nov 21, 2011, 07:35 PM
Never did a Springsteen show, either.  I blame an old college roommate from Jersey.  He was so obnoxious about Springsteen it was a huge turn-off.  If there's a big show down NY/NJ way this summer, I'd love to catch a show with youse guys.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 08:19 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Nov 21, 2011, 07:35 PM
Never did a Springsteen show, either.  I blame an old college roommate from Jersey.  He was so obnoxious about Springsteen it was a huge turn-off.  If there's a big show down NY/NJ way this summer, I'd love to catch a show with youse guys.

Would be a pleasure to indoctrinate you mr. Yac.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Nov 22, 2011, 11:22 AM
I'm gonna call Yim and Bruce really quick. Back to back show in Jersey... Jacket Fest East. I'll get back to everyone with what the say
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 22, 2011, 06:40 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Nov 21, 2011, 08:19 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Nov 21, 2011, 07:35 PM
Never did a Springsteen show, either.  I blame an old college roommate from Jersey.  He was so obnoxious about Springsteen it was a huge turn-off.  If there's a big show down NY/NJ way this summer, I'd love to catch a show with youse guys.

Would be a pleasure to indoctrinate you mr. Yac.

Absolutely! The more the merrier. A word of caution though... Bruce shows can be HIGHLY addictive. ;)

Here's one for you Jeff. A rarity that hadn't been played live in 28 years, and Bruce comes out and opens with it on night 4 of 4 at The Spectrum.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup: Their last ever show there, after playing the old brick building since 1973. 

It was an all-time top 5 live Bruce moment for me, and this vid is shot from real close to my spot. Still gives me goosebumps.  8)

The Price You Pay:

Springsteen - The Price you Pay - The Spectrum October 20, 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46dEVLFvze4#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Nov 22, 2011, 10:32 PM
awesome clip eric.  guessing this one is mostly for us long time fans as most don't go this deep into the catalog.   this and wreck on the highway were two classic tunes that actually let you sit and recover a bit at those 4 hour shows of yesteryear.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 22, 2011, 11:00 PM

Quote from: headhunter on Nov 22, 2011, 10:32 PM
awesome clip eric.  guessing this one is mostly for us long time fans as most don't go this deep into the catalog.   this and wreck on the highway were two classic tunes that actually let you sit and recover a bit at those 4 hour shows of yesteryear.

Thought you'd like it.  :beer: You're right too, about the "seasoned vets".  Looking around that night when they broke into this to open, half the place was going nuts (me included  :o ), and the rest of the Spectrum was wondering "what's the big deal"?  ???

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: IHL on Nov 28, 2011, 01:59 PM

Love this too from the 31/12/80 Nassau show.

Bruce Springsteen - Fade Away (1980) Audio (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OXMvyZJ53o#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Dec 07, 2011, 01:22 PM
Two long time friends getting together the other night at MSG. Bob Seeger inviting Bruce up to join him for a tune:

Bob Seger and Bruce Springsteen Old Time Rock and Roll Remastered MSG 12/1/11 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isHVSw_6SOg#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Dec 07, 2011, 02:11 PM
yeah, i wish i was there for that one.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 16, 2012, 02:00 PM
I'm hearing we'll be getting the US/North America tour dates announced real soon. Definitely going to be a 1st leg before they head to Europe in the summer.  8)  :thumbsup: 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 19, 2012, 01:52 PM
Album #17, "Wrecking Ball", to be released March 6.

Single, "We Take Care of Our Own", out now.

We Take Care Of Our Own (With Lyrics) - Bruce Springsteen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3Bz0d2xm7U#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Jan 19, 2012, 01:53 PM
Not a fan of the new song but am pumped to see him live this tour!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Jan 19, 2012, 02:06 PM
from American Songwriter

http://www.americansongwriter.com/2012/01/jamming-with-bruce-springsteen-at-light-of-day/ (http://www.americansongwriter.com/2012/01/jamming-with-bruce-springsteen-at-light-of-day/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ALady on Jan 19, 2012, 02:12 PM
http://www.empiretickets.com/liveticketdetail.asp?EventID=1200099 (http://www.empiretickets.com/liveticketdetail.asp?EventID=1200099)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Jan 19, 2012, 04:46 PM
AAAAWWW YYEEAHHHHH ILL BE DER
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Jan 24, 2012, 10:35 AM
Boooo no mid west dates
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ALady on Jan 24, 2012, 10:59 AM
Give it a couple months.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 24, 2012, 11:25 AM
Quote from: e_wind on Jan 24, 2012, 10:35 AM
Boooo no mid west dates

Don't worry E, he'll be back around.

Bruce typically does a quick barn-storming type tour on the 1st leg. He tries to get the new material out there across the country as quick as possible.

The shows are typically a little shorter. 21-24 songs, about 2:20 - 2:30 in length, on the 1st US leg. Once they hit Europe and the stadiums over there, they stretch it out a bit, and are in top form for the return to the US for a 2nd leg.

The 2nd leg usually hits more cities, has multi night stands, includes more rarities, longer sets, 24-30+ songs, anywhere from 2:40 - 3:00+ hours in length. These shows are the ones I find are the best of the tour. The ones I'll typically do some traveling to see, and definitely see way more than on the 1st leg.

I'm shooting for one of the MSG's, and both Philly shows on the 1st leg, and possibly Tampa.

Here's a list of dates for the 1st leg:

US Tour Dates
March 18 - Atlanta, GA - Philips Arena (on sale Feb 4)
March 19 - Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum (on sale Feb 3)
March 23 - Tampa, FL - Tampa Bay Times Forum (on sale Jan 28)
March 26 - Boston, MA - TD Garden (on sale Jan 28)
March 28 - Philadelphia, PA - Wells Fargo Center (on sale Jan 28)
March 29 - Philadelphia, PA - Wells Fargo Center (on sale Jan 28)
April 1 - Washington, DC - Verizon Center (on sale Jan 28)
April 3 - East Rutherford, NJ - Izod Center (on sale Jan 27)
April 4 - East Rutherford, NJ - Izod Center (on sale Jan 27)
April 6 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden (on sale Jan 27)
April 9 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden (on sale Jan 27)
April 12 - Detroit, MI - The Palace of Auburn Hills (on sale Jan 28)
April 13 - Buffalo, NY - First Niagara Center (on sale Jan 28)
April 16 - Albany, NY - Times Union Center (on sale Jan 28)
April 17 - Cleveland, OH - Quicken Loans Arena (on sale Jan 28)
April 24 - San Jose, CA - HP Pavilion (on sale Feb 3)
April 26 - Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena (on sale Feb 3)
April 29 - New Orleans, LA - New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (on sale now)
May 2 - Newark, NJ - Prudential Center (on sale Jan 27)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Jan 24, 2012, 01:30 PM
I'm planning on both MSG shows.  I would do more shows on the 2nd leg of the tour.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 24, 2012, 05:32 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 24, 2012, 01:30 PM
I'm planning on both MSG shows.  I would do more shows on the 2nd leg of the tour.

I'm shooting for the Friday night MSG,but might do both.  ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 01:39 PM
I was lucky enough to get some tix for the monday april 9th show at msg.

I had 6 people working computers and 1 got thru - one of the toughest ticket buying experiences.

psyched to be in the door.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 01:46 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 01:39 PM
I was lucky enough to get some tix for the monday april 9th show at msg.

I had 6 people working computers and 1 got thru - one of the toughest ticket buying experiences.

psyched to be in the door.

Tell me about it! TM SUCKS for Bruce tix. I think he broke TM today. ;)

I kept refreshing the purchase page, and got right in at 12:00. It gave me a 2 minute loop,stayed there for a bit ( I was feeling good at that time), and then it kept bumping up, til I got that dreaded...15 minute or more screen! Thankfully at around 12:20 it came back with two tix in the 300 level, so I'm glad to at least be in the door too.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Jan 27, 2012, 02:25 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

don't forget this tramp! I'll be there, too (thanks, HH!)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 02:27 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

I prefer to think of us as "seasoned vets" on the first part,  ;)  but definitely with you on the "tramps" part.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 02:31 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Jan 27, 2012, 02:25 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

don't forget this tramp! I'll be there, too (thanks, HH!)

Ok that clinches it! I might have to see if I can trade my Friday extra, for a Monday so I can join you guys.  ;D

Had a hot date lined up for the Friday show, but hey, maybe I'll just take her to Philly instead if I get tix tomorrow.  :thumbsup:

Love to see Bruce @ MSG with some of my MMJ forum family. 8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Jan 28, 2012, 10:06 AM
I just got a GA for the DC show.  Wasn't expecting to succeed on that front after hearing about what went down yesterday. 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: mahg33ta on Jan 28, 2012, 05:11 PM
I tried for Boston today and was shut out.    Typical spinning wheels and "your wait time is 6 minutes crap".   I don't care too much either way (don't shoot me Bruce-lovers) but my friend Sean is a huge fan and was busy at 10 am today so I was trying for him and failed.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 28, 2012, 05:44 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 28, 2012, 05:11 PM
I tried for Boston today and was shut out.    Typical spinning wheels and "your wait time is 6 minutes crap".   I don't care too much either way (don't shoot me Bruce-lovers) but my friend Sean is a huge fan and was busy at 10 am today so I was trying for him and failed.

Tell your friend Sean not to worry. They'll be a 2nd US leg late Summer/Fall after they return from Europe.

More shows in a lot more cities, and I'm sure the Northeast will see a few multi-night stands. A much easier ticket to get, and even better shows,imo. There's already talk of a Yankee Stadium show, Wrigley Field's already booked, some at Met - Life, and other Stadiums too. Those are sure to satisfy the ticket demand, and make the 2nd leg arena shows an easier get.

You should definitely go and check out one of those with Sean. I doubt you'd be disappointed.

(Puts the glock down and walks away......)  ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 31, 2012, 11:43 AM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 02:31 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Jan 27, 2012, 02:25 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

don't forget this tramp! I'll be there, too (thanks, HH!)

Ok that clinches it! I might have to see if I can trade my Friday extra, for a Monday so I can join you guys.  ;D

Had a hot date lined up for the Friday show, but hey, maybe I'll just take her to Philly instead if I get tix tomorrow.  :thumbsup:

Love to see Bruce @ MSG with some of my MMJ forum family. 8)

Trade's lined up, date's been shifted to Philly, so I'm up for hanging with you two for some BRUCE at MSG night 2!  ;D
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Jan 31, 2012, 01:06 PM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 31, 2012, 11:43 AM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 02:31 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Jan 27, 2012, 02:25 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

don't forget this tramp! I'll be there, too (thanks, HH!)

Ok that clinches it! I might have to see if I can trade my Friday extra, for a Monday so I can join you guys.  ;D

Had a hot date lined up for the Friday show, but hey, maybe I'll just take her to Philly instead if I get tix tomorrow.  :thumbsup:

Love to see Bruce @ MSG with some of my MMJ forum family. 8)

Trade's lined up, date's been shifted to Philly, so I'm up for hanging with you two for some BRUCE at MSG night 2!  ;D

PERFECT!!!  I remember us chatting with Penny at Stout prior to the MMJ show telling her that we would be thrilled to take her to her first Bruce show.  Only drag is that we will farther away from the stage than we've ever been for an MMJ show.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jan 31, 2012, 01:38 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 31, 2012, 01:06 PM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 31, 2012, 11:43 AM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 27, 2012, 02:31 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Jan 27, 2012, 02:25 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Jan 27, 2012, 02:23 PM
painful my friend but we are in the door.

b/c eric, for us old-timers, tramps like us  ......

don't forget this tramp! I'll be there, too (thanks, HH!)

Ok that clinches it! I might have to see if I can trade my Friday extra, for a Monday so I can join you guys.  ;D

Had a hot date lined up for the Friday show, but hey, maybe I'll just take her to Philly instead if I get tix tomorrow.  :thumbsup:

Love to see Bruce @ MSG with some of my MMJ forum family. 8)

Trade's lined up, date's been shifted to Philly, so I'm up for hanging with you two for some BRUCE at MSG night 2!  ;D

PERFECT!!!  I remember us chatting with Penny at Stout prior to the MMJ show telling her that we would be thrilled to take her to her first Bruce show.  Only drag is that we will farther away from the stage than we've ever been for an MMJ show.

True, but as you said earlier.... we're in the building!  8) Bruce @ MSG is a special event,imo, and we're going to have a blast no matter where the seats are.   :beer:

We'll just have to try and get her close on leg 2 of the tour.  ;)  I've had great luck with tix for those shows in the past.

I plan on keeping an eye out for upgrading through a ticket drop leading up to the  MSG shows. If I hear anything,I'll let you know. It definitely won't be a problem reselling our original tix if we are able to score some through a drop.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 17, 2012, 08:02 PM
A little something to get the juices flowing for the start of the tour next month.  :beer:

Bruce Springsteen - 28 Twist And Shout - The Stadium Breaker - Sweden 2008 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQKi5BeOz6Y#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2012, 07:10 PM
Things are heating up. Album released soon, and tour too.

"LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON" HONORS BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN WITH A WEEK OF MUSICAL TRIBUTES FEBRUARY 27 – MARCH 2
by Bruce Springsteen on Saturday, 25 February 2012 at 10:57 ·
FEATURING TWO NIGHTS OF PERFORMANCES BY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND
Kenny Chesney and Elvis Costello Also Set To Perform

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band to Appear as Fallon's Only Guest on "Late Night's" Third Anniversary Show March 2
New York -- February 24, 2012 – "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" will honor Bruce Springsteen with a weeklong musical tribute February 27 – March 2 (12:35 a.m. on NBC) to celebrate the launch of his new album, "Wrecking Ball," which will be released on Columbia Records March 6. Each night, the show's featured musical guest will perform selected songs from his extensive catalog.

Fallon welcomes Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band to studio 6B on Monday, February 27 to open the week with two performances. Then, returning on Friday, March 2, which also marks "Late Night's" third anniversary, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will appear as the only guest for that episode. Springsteen will chat with Fallon for an interview segment before taking the "Late Night" stage again for multiple performances with the band. Springsteen's "Late Night" appearances are his only currently scheduled American television stops prior to a massive world tour beginning March 18 in Atlanta.

One of "Late Night's" most memorable moments included a 70s dressed Springsteen and Fallon dressed as Neil Young performing a parody of pop hit "Whip My Hair" together during the musician's November 16, 2010 debut on the talk show. The video of the comedy bit garnered instant viral success.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 01, 2012, 08:45 PM
Here's a link to one of the tunes off Bruce's new album; Wrecking Ball. Only available for 24 hours, not sure how long it's been up.

He's been doing this live for quite a while now, but finally put in on an official release. I always loved this tune, but man it sounds even better than ever,imo.

Land Of Hope And Dreams:

http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/ (http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/)

One of my favorite lines ever: " Faith will be rewarded!"
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Mar 01, 2012, 09:03 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 01, 2012, 08:45 PM
Here's a link to one of the tunes off Bruce's new album; Wrecking Ball. Only available for 24 hours, not sure how long it's been up.

He's been doing this live for quite a while now, but finally put in on an official release. I always loved this tune, but man it sounds even better than ever,imo.

Land Of Hope And Dreams:

http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/ (http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/)

One of my favorite lines ever: " Faith will be rewarded!"

digging the new song!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 01, 2012, 09:21 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Mar 01, 2012, 09:03 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 01, 2012, 08:45 PM
Here's a link to one of the tunes off Bruce's new album; Wrecking Ball. Only available for 24 hours, not sure how long it's been up.

He's been doing this live for quite a while now, but finally put in on an official release. I always loved this tune, but man it sounds even better than ever,imo.

Land Of Hope And Dreams:

http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/ (http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/stream-bruce-springsteens-land-of-hope-and-dreams-free-today/)

One of my favorite lines ever: " Faith will be rewarded!"

digging the new song!

Glad you like it.

I'd be willing to bet some serious shillings we'll get this one at MSG.  :thumbsup: It was a staple for a while, then dropped down to a once in a while tune, but now that he re-worked it a little, I'm sure he's gonna want to show it off. ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 03, 2012, 10:50 PM
Headhunter alerted me to this,and I had to put it up here.

Bruce, and The E St. Band w/Tom Morello, and Fallon's band The Roots doing The E St. Shuffle last night on Fallon. Probably only going to be available to view for 24 hours, and I don't know how long it's been up. Get it while you can! Tons of fun!!  Love this version, and think it bodes well for the upcoming tour.

Enjoy

http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/bruce-springsteen-performs-e-street-shuffle/ (http://www.latenightwithjimmyfallon.com/blogs/2012/03/bruce-springsteen-performs-e-street-shuffle/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 05, 2012, 02:36 PM
Bruce and Fallon doing another funny duet bit with Fallon as Neil Young again, and Bruce dressed in his 80's Born In The USA look.  This time it's "Sexy And I Know It". Pretty funny stuff.

http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/2012/03/05/watch-jimmy-fallon-and-bruce-springsteen-duet-on-sexy-and-i-know-it/ (http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/2012/03/05/watch-jimmy-fallon-and-bruce-springsteen-duet-on-sexy-and-i-know-it/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 06, 2012, 06:06 PM
I listened to the new record today a couple of times and really like it.  Probably my favorite album of new material he has put out since Devils and Dust. 

I'd be interested to know what others on here think of it.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 06, 2012, 07:53 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 06, 2012, 06:06 PM
I listened to the new record today a couple of times and really like it.  Probably my favorite album of new material he has put out since Devils and Dust. 

I'd be interested to know what others on here think of it.

I really like it too,and kind of agree with you about the previous albums. Although I do like quite a bit of the Rising, and a decent amount of Magic. As a whole album, I think Wrecking Ball tops Magic, and is gaining on The Rising to me.

My favorites so far are: Shackled and Drawn, Death To My Hometown, This Depression, You've Got It, and one of my all-time faves; Land Of Hope And Dreams. That one sounds SO good, love that he finally put it out on an album.

Looking forward to seeing some of these new ones live.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 06, 2012, 09:09 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 06, 2012, 07:53 PM

My favorites so far are: Shackled and Drawn, Death To My Hometown, This Depression, You've Got It, and one of my all-time faves; Land Of Hope And Dreams. That one sounds SO good, love that he finally put it out on an album.

Looking forward to seeing some of these new ones live.

We see pretty eye to eye on the things we like on the new record.  I really like the energy of Shackled and Drawn and Death to My Hometown. 

I also agree that it is cool to finally hear a studio version of Land of Hope and Dreams and to have it really do the song justice and live up to what that song is in a live setting.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 17, 2012, 01:28 PM
Here's Bruce's SXSW Keynote Address.

Great stuff, imo, so if you have some time, check it out:

Bruce Springsteen - SXSW - Keynote Address - HD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWVp7NBp9XU#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 18, 2012, 11:23 PM
Here's the setlist from tonight's tour opening show in Atlanta:

8:10

1. We Take Care of Our Own
2. Wrecking Ball
3. Badlands
4. Death to My Hometown
5. My City of Ruins
6. E-Street Shuffle
7. Jack of All Trades
8. Seeds
9. Easy Money
10. Waitin' On a Sunny Day
11. The Promised Land
12. The Way You Do The Things You Do
13. 634-5789
14. Shackled & Drawn
15. Lonesome Day
16. The Rising
17. We Are Alive
18. Thunder Road

19. Rocky Ground
20. Land of Hope & Dreams
21. BORN TO RUN
22. Dancing In the Dark
23. American Land
24. Tenth Ave Freeze Out

10:43

All but two songs from the new album got played. 24 songs, and 2:33 for the tour opener is promising,imo.  8) Last US tour the opener was 22 songs and around 2:20. By the end of the 2nd leg the shows were 27-31 songs, and running 3:00 - 3:20, so we're off to a good start! :beer:

Personally I could do without Waitin, Lonesome Day, and American Land. They've been played out. Time to retire these three,imo.

Love seeing Thunder Road to close out the main set.  :thumbsup:  I'm sure the encores will see some tinkering as usual, just hope DITD and AL are the ones he tinkers with. Tenth to close the show is gold! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 19, 2012, 05:17 AM
Due to a fortuitously times business trip, I'll be at the Tampa show on Friday.  I'll report back about it.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 19, 2012, 09:52 AM
Thanks for the post Eric.

I can also do without Waiting and Lonesome Day.  Us oldtimers always prefer more stuff from Darkness and earlier and anything from the River is always good. 

Guessing this early leg will be chock full of WB material and seeds-recession themed stuff.

For Bruce, a mediocre setlist can still be an awesome show when the energy is strong.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 12:32 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 19, 2012, 05:17 AM
Due to a fortuitously times business trip, I'll be at the Tampa show on Friday.  I'll report back about it.

Lucky you Jon! I'll be looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

It's a pretty nice venue. I was there with my daughter for the "Danny" show,and there were a ton of NY/NJ people there. Almost felt like a hometown show. Though I think Danny's passing had a lot to do with that.

Do you have tix yet? Because I know for that show some great seats were released the day of the show, as they were for yesterday's Atlanta, and today's Greensboro shows.

If you haven't got a ticket yet, keep checking TM, and look for those drops. Good luck, and enjoy the show. :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 12:41 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Mar 19, 2012, 09:52 AM
Thanks for the post Eric.

I can also do without Waiting and Lonesome Day.  Us oldtimers always prefer more stuff from Darkness and earlier and anything from the River is always good. 

Guessing this early leg will be chock full of WB material and seeds-recession themed stuff.

For Bruce, a mediocre setlist can still be an awesome show when the energy is strong.

You got it Jeff, and I prefer the term... "seasoned vet".  ;)

I'd always rather have some older stuff, but with his catalog of songs, I'd take just about anything at this point over Waiting, Lonesome Day, and American Land. They've just been played too much,imo. Hell, this is like the 4th tour in a row that AL is still in the encores!! From what I was told he used a different song for the band intros last night, so he really doesn't need to do this one anymore,imo. I'd even take a Glory Days over AL, and God knows we've all heard that one a ton over the years. ;)

It was just the first show, and like all other tours, it's going to take a little bit to see what works. I'm fine with that, and hopefully by Philly, and MSG they'll be in top form. I'm sure by the time the 2nd leg rolls around, it'll look like a completely different show, as it usually does.

Really looking forward to seeing some of those Wrecking Ball songs live.  See you at MSG! :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 19, 2012, 05:27 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 12:32 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 19, 2012, 05:17 AM
Due to a fortuitously times business trip, I'll be at the Tampa show on Friday.  I'll report back about it.

Lucky you Jon! I'll be looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

It's a pretty nice venue. I was there with my daughter for the "Danny" show,and there were a ton of NY/NJ people there. Almost felt like a hometown show. Though I think Danny's passing had a lot to do with that.

Do you have tix yet? Because I know for that show some great seats were released the day of the show, as they were for yesterday's Atlanta, and today's Greensboro shows.

If you haven't got a ticket yet, keep checking TM, and look for those drops. Good luck, and enjoy the show. :beer:

Thanks for the tip.  I haven't gotten a ticket for the Tampa show yet, as it seems like a buyers market even without any drops.  I'll check TM as things get closer.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Mar 19, 2012, 10:11 PM
Does anyone know where I can get a bootleg of the Atlanta show? It was one heck of a show!  :D
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 11:07 PM
Well, well. No chance Bruce reads these boards eh Jeff?  ;)

Tonight in Greensboro had pretty much the same setlist as Atlanta except:

#15 - in - Because The Night !!  Out - Lonesome Day 
#23 - in - Rosalita!!   Out - American Land

:thumbsup:  :thumbsup:
 
Now if he only drops "Waiting" we'll be all set, but two out of three ain't bad.  ;)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 20, 2012, 10:20 AM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 11:07 PM
Well, well. No chance Bruce reads these boards eh Jeff?  ;)

Tonight in Greensboro had pretty much the same setlist as Atlanta except:

#15 - in - Because The Night !!  Out - Lonesome Day 
#23 - in - Rosalita!!   Out - American Land

:thumbsup:  :thumbsup:
 
Now if he only drops "Waiting" we'll be all set, but two out of three ain't bad.  ;)

These were two mighty fine audibles and good positive changes.  Bring it on!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Mar 20, 2012, 11:48 AM
The latest Rolling Stone

(http://assets.rollingstone.com/assets/images/issues/390x286/02899788c7ffbc14f55beadae38fa2dae4144529.jpg) (http://www.rollingstone.com/latestissue)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 20, 2012, 05:46 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 11:07 PM
 
Now if he only drops "Waiting" we'll be all set, but two out of three ain't bad.  ;)

Ha!  "Waiting on a Sunny Day" has got to be the most hated concert staple of the past few years among hardcore fans. 

Of all the songs to have been completely constant in setlists for the last 10 years, why that one???
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 20, 2012, 10:25 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 20, 2012, 05:46 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 19, 2012, 11:07 PM
 
Now if he only drops "Waiting" we'll be all set, but two out of three ain't bad.  ;)

Ha!  "Waiting on a Sunny Day" has got to be the most hated concert staple of the past few years among hardcore fans. 

Of all the songs to have been completely constant in setlists for the last 10 years, why that one???

I think because it's a sing-along-hit that is fun for the newbies. Plus it's a crowd pleaser where he usually gets a little kid or someone up on stage with him to sing a verse or dance. It can be fun once or twice, maybe even three times, but not every night of a tour for the past ten years!

It's definitely run it's course as far as I'm concerned, and I would think even Bruce would be tired of doing this one as he says "night after night after night". I'd much rather get a " Spirit In The Night" or another Rising tune. Hopefully he'll decide to retire "Waiting" soon. It's due to be shelved,imo.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 21, 2012, 12:10 AM
Here's a little primer for your show in Tampa, Mr. Whippy.

The sound could be better, bet here's the "E St. Shuffle" from the other night in Greensboro. What do ya think? I'd say they could use a few more people on stage. ;D

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - E Street Shuffle (Greensboro) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IhIREyqYgc#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 21, 2012, 06:11 AM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 21, 2012, 12:10 AM
Here's a little primer for your show in Tampa, Mr. Whippy.

The sound could be better, bet here's the "E St. Shuffle" from the other night in Greensboro. What do ya think? I'd say they could use a few more people on stage. ;D


Yes, it's more like an orchestra at this point.  I know I'm probably very much in the minority on this, but I actually prefer Springsteen solo shows over band shows, mostly due to the number of people onstage at band shows. 

Even with the previous regular E Street Band lineup, I think the number of people onstage dilutes the power of it to some degree (3 to four guitars at one time, two keyboards, etc.).  I'm just ultimately more moved by seeing Springsteen on a stage all by himself having to carry the whole thing by himself.   
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 21, 2012, 08:06 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 21, 2012, 06:11 AM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 21, 2012, 12:10 AM
Here's a little primer for your show in Tampa, Mr. Whippy.

The sound could be better, bet here's the "E St. Shuffle" from the other night in Greensboro. What do ya think? I'd say they could use a few more people on stage. ;D


Yes, it's more like an orchestra at this point.  I know I'm probably very much in the minority on this, but I actually prefer Springsteen solo shows over band shows, mostly due to the number of people onstage at band shows. 

Even with the previous regular E Street Band lineup, I think the number of people onstage dilutes the power of it to some degree (3 to four guitars at one time, two keyboards, etc.).  I'm just ultimately more moved by seeing Springsteen on a stage all by himself having to carry the whole thing by himself.   

I always loved the 7 member E St. Band, but I can't argue with you on seeing Bruce solo. Always a treat.  Truth be told though, I love seeing Bruce with a full horn section, so I think this time around will be a treat for me. I'm going to have to wait and see for myself about having backup singers, and extra percussionists. Looks like there's some light effects this tour also.  :o Bruce has rarely ever failed me live, so I'm sure my faith will be rewarded again this tour! ;)

Curious to hear your thoughts on the "Big Band" in Tampa. Looking forward to hearing about it before I head to the Philly shows next week.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Mar 21, 2012, 06:41 PM
Quote from: ericm on Jan 28, 2012, 05:44 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 28, 2012, 05:11 PM
I tried for Boston today and was shut out.    Typical spinning wheels and "your wait time is 6 minutes crap".   I don't care too much either way (don't shoot me Bruce-lovers) but my friend Sean is a huge fan and was busy at 10 am today so I was trying for him and failed.


More shows in a lot more cities, and I'm sure the Northeast will see a few multi-night stands. A much easier ticket to get, and even better shows,imo. There's already talk of a Yankee Stadium show, Wrigley Field's already booked, some at Met - Life, and other Stadiums too. Those are sure to satisfy the ticket demand, and make the 2nd leg arena shows an easier get.




Any idea when the 2nd leg dates will be announced? Still trying to decide which Jazzfest weekend I am going attend. If only Bruce and MMJ were back to back days...

This album is definitely going to sound amazing live. My favorites are Death to My Hometown (Does anybody else hear the shotgun blast 3/4 of the way through the song?), Wrecking Ball (not even a Giants fan), You've Got It, and obviously Land of Hope and Dreams. I also love that American Land made the deluxe edition. Just so damn fun to dance to.

Also, below is a Tom Joad burner from SXSW.


Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello - Ghost Of Tom Joad [HD] LIVE SXSW 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj5An_5ls4c#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 21, 2012, 07:47 PM
It's hard to say when the 2nd leg will be announced. You can never tell with Landau Management. If the past is any indication, I don't think it'll be soon though, at least as far as the rumored Fall/Arena shows go.

If I had to guess, I'd say maybe by the time the first US leg finishes up at the earliest,imo. They usually announce  Stadium shows ( if any) first, and well in advance so they can unload a bunch of tix, and take advantage of the 1st leg buzz . Then they'll announce any arenas after that, and closer to the actual dates of those shows. That's how I remember the last few Giants Stadium runs, and 2nd legs went. Summer Stadium/  a couple of months ahead, arenas/ weeks ahead. I'll see if I can find out exactly when the announcements came during the last few tours. My memory ain't what it used to be. ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 22, 2012, 08:38 PM
So far the only rewarding thing about repeatedly checking Ticketmaster for releases of prime seats for the Tampa show tomorrow was the chuckle I got from one of the captcha words being "upbut".

No good ticket drops yet, but I'm holding out in hopes that faith will be rewarded.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 22, 2012, 10:19 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 22, 2012, 08:38 PM
So far the only rewarding thing about repeatedly checking Ticketmaster for releases of prime seats for the Tampa show tomorrow was the chuckle I got from one of the captcha words being "upbut".

No good ticket drops yet, but I'm holding out in hopes that faith will be rewarded.

They'll be there, and it will be. :thumbsup: I noticed some paperless ( sect.112) being dropped today, so they're getting closer to the stage . I wouldn't settle for anything farther away than 117 or 130. I'd look for 118 or 129, but I'm picky.  ;) (118 Used to be Clarence's side) 117 if it's a high seat # close to 118 ,or 130 low seat # close to 129;) would work for me.  They'll be dropped, I'm sure. Patience, and faith.   :beer: 

Last time in Tampa we had a high seat # in 117,row C or D, and could see the tears on their faces all night during the "Danny" show. Would've loved to be in 118, but I got our tix at the onsale, and didn't try to upgrade during the drop. Some tix in 118, along with the first rows in our section were dropped for that show. Tampa starts with row A, no double letters or anything there.

The really good ones for the  G'Boro show the other day were dropped around noon the day of the show. The only shows that most likely won't have much of a drop online will be MSG, and maybe DC. imo. Too many VIP's to take care of. There might be a trickle of tix at the box office for those shows, but not a hell of a lot, and people will be lining up early in the day for those.

Good luck, and enjoy the show.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: aMillionDreams on Mar 22, 2012, 11:56 PM
The Boss' appearance on Fallon was pretty great.  Definitely check out "E Street Shuffle" featuring The Roots and Tom Morello.

http://theaudioperv.com/2012/03/03/bruce-springsteen-visits-fallon-videos/ (http://theaudioperv.com/2012/03/03/bruce-springsteen-visits-fallon-videos/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 23, 2012, 12:03 AM
Quote from: aMillionDreams on Mar 22, 2012, 11:56 PM
The Boss' appearance on Fallon was pretty great.  Definitely check out "E Street Shuffle" featuring The Roots and Tom Morello.

http://theaudioperv.com/2012/03/03/bruce-springsteen-visits-fallon-videos/ (http://theaudioperv.com/2012/03/03/bruce-springsteen-visits-fallon-videos/)

Nice!  :thumbsup:

Posted this from Fallons site earlier in the thread, but they were only available for 24 hours. Glad to have them all in one place, and available again.

E St. Shuffle is definitely fun, and love this version.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 24, 2012, 01:28 AM
Great show in Tampa tonight.

After the first couple shows that were a bit unspired in their picks of older songs, things came a little unhinged tonight. 

Some of the interesting older picks included Prove it All Night, Does this Bus Stop at 82nd St.?, Talk to Me (from a sign request), Atlantic City, 41 Shots, Radio Nowhere.  Really a pleasant surprise after the first couple setlists. 

Also, the show just felt somewhat fresh and new.  I'm a big fan of the new record, and all that material was great live.  I was also very happy to see some leftovers from the 2007 to 2009 tour not appear this time, such as American Land in the encores. 

Man, the "Big man joined the band" line in 10th Avenue Freeze Out is an emotional moment.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 25, 2012, 04:24 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 24, 2012, 01:28 AM
Great show in Tampa tonight.

After the first couple shows that were a bit unspired in their picks of older songs, things came a little unhinged tonight. 

Some of the interesting older picks included Prove it All Night, Does this Bus Stop at 82nd St.?, Talk to Me (from a sign request), Atlantic City, 41 Shots, Radio Nowhere.  Really a pleasant surprise after the first couple setlists. 

Also, the show just felt somewhat fresh and new.  I'm a big fan of the new record, and all that material was great live.  I was also very happy to see some leftovers from the 2007 to 2009 tour not appear this time, such as American Land in the encores. 

Man, the "Big man joined the band" line in 10th Avenue Freeze Out is an emotional moment.

Glad to hear you got the changes mentioned. All good subs.  8)  I've heard the "Talk To Me", and it's a great version!   :thumbsup:   :thumbsup: It sounds like it was a helluva good show.   I'd sign up for that setlist right now, especially this early in the 1st leg. This bodes real well for the rest of the leg, and the upcoming ones as well,imo.  :thumbsup:

There's a nice sounding recording of the show out there now. Do you have it? Let me know if you don't.

I'm getting real antsy to get my Bruce fix.   ;) This coming week is going to be rough getting through work, while looking forward to going to the Philly shows on Wednesday, and Thursday.

Will you be hitting any other shows this leg? Let me know if you decide to make a trip up to Philly, and we'll grab a beer or some food pre-show. Philly, and MSG are my two favorite spots to see a Bruce show. I'd even have to lean towards Philly as my top spot, and I'm not much a fan of anything Philly. It is a GREAT Rock and Roll town,imo.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 25, 2012, 05:01 PM
The DC show is probably the only other one on my itinerary for this leg.  I'd love to go up to Philly, but it's probably not in the cards for this week.  I might consider the final night of this leg in Newark, and chance that you would do that one?

I'm grabbing the Tampa recording now.  If there is a good youtube of "Talk to Me", you might want to check it out, as Bruce really hams it up with Patti at one part of the song.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 25, 2012, 05:46 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 25, 2012, 05:01 PM
The DC show is probably the only other one on my itinerary for this leg.  I'd love to go up to Philly, but it's probably not in the cards for this week.  I might consider the final night of this leg in Newark, and chance that you would do that one?

I'm grabbing the Tampa recording now.  If there is a good youtube of "Talk to Me", you might want to check it out, as Bruce really hams it up with Patti at one part of the song.

I might do the Rock in Newark, but don't have a ticket yet. I'm trying to keep my first leg #'s down,  ;) ( 4 and counting) and looking to do a bunch on leg 2. So we'll see. If my work schedule lines up like yours did in Tampa, I might be staying up that way around that time. If so, it just might be what tips the scales in favor of going. I'll keep you posted.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 26, 2012, 03:29 PM
Two more sleeps til Philly!  :D

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 26, 2012, 08:11 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 26, 2012, 03:29 PM
Two more sleeps til Philly!  :D

Have a GREAT time my friend.  can't wait to hear the details!  MSG two wks from tonight!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 26, 2012, 08:27 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Mar 26, 2012, 08:11 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 26, 2012, 03:29 PM
Two more sleeps til Philly!  :D

Have a GREAT time my friend.  can't wait to hear the details!  MSG two wks from tonight!

Thanks Jeff, you know I will.  :beer:

I'll try and get some details up after Philly1. I'm sure I'll be amped for a bit after the show, but definitely gonna sleep well after Philly2. ;)

Really looking forward to the MSG show with you, and Penny.  8)

Looks like Mr. Whippy got a helluva show in Tampa on Friday! Have you heard any of it? I hope he keeps dropping some "Promise" tunes in. I know I'd love to get a "Talk To Me". I'm really psyched that he seems to be changing it up this early in leg 1.  :thumbsup: He didn't do much of that at all on the 1st legs of The Rising, Magic, and WOAD tours.

Here's hoping Tampa wasn't a one-off. Tonight in Boston should give some idea of which way he's heading. Fingers crossed for another varied setlist.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 26, 2012, 11:21 PM
 Tonight's Boston setlist:

Start 8:13pm ET

1. We Take Care of Our Own
2. Wrecking Ball
3. Badlands
4. Death to My Hometown
5. My City of Ruins
6. THUNDERCRACK (dedicated to a 17-year old in the pit)
7. Jack of all Trades
8. JACKSON CAGE
9. SHE'S THE ONE (Chris says Jake nailed the solo)
10. Easy Money
11. Waitin' on a Sunny Day
12. The Promised Land
13. The Way You Do The Things You Do
14. 634-5789
15. American Skin (41 Shots)
16. Lonesome Day
17. The Rising
18. We Are Alive
19. Thunder Road

"Thank you Boston..you always bring it 100% up here."
Food Bank PSA

20. Rocky Ground w/Michelle Moore
21. Land of Hope and Dreams
22. Born to Run
23. Dancing in the Dark
24. RAISE YOUR HAND (w/Peter Wolf)
25. Tenth Avenue Freezeout

Show over at 11:04pm ET

2:51 is not too shabby for only the fourth show of the tour! Thundercracked!  8)

Will Philly get to three hours?  ;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 27, 2012, 09:15 PM
Mr. Whippy you lucky dog you!!   ;D  Just found this clip from Tampa, and wish I was there. Hopefully he'll keep it around.  8)

"Talk To Me" from Tampa:

Talk to Me - Springsteen - Tampa March 23, 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3vJ2-IZqME#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Mar 28, 2012, 05:32 AM
The Day has come, Eric.

Enjoy the Philly shows!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 28, 2012, 09:49 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Mar 28, 2012, 05:32 AM
The Day has come, Eric.

Enjoy the Philly shows!


Thanks. Pretty amped that he's back on tour, and his Philly shows are always a blast!

I've just got to get through work til around 1:00, and then I'm off. Looking forward to hearing the new ones, and having two days of Bruce shows! It's going to be strange sitting on what was always Clarence's side, and not seeing him there. I imagine that's gonna be a bit rough for me, but like Bruce said, "Clarence didn't leave the E St. Band when he died, he leaves when we die". Here's hoping the Big Man's presence is still there. :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 28, 2012, 10:57 AM
Here's hoping the Big Man's presence is still there. :beer:

You know it will be!   Have a rockin' good time Eric.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 28, 2012, 02:33 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Mar 28, 2012, 10:57 AM
Here's hoping the Big Man's presence is still there. :beer:

You know it will be!   Have a rockin' good time Eric.

Yeah,I'm sure it will be, but I'm gonna miss seeing that Big Man smile.

Thanks Jeff, you know I'll do my best,  ;)  and hoping we get a Philly fave "Incident On 57th St" at one of theses shows.  :thumbsup: Heading out soon. 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 28, 2012, 04:07 PM
Quote from: ericm on Mar 28, 2012, 02:33 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Mar 28, 2012, 10:57 AM
Here's hoping the Big Man's presence is still there. :beer:

You know it will be!   Have a rockin' good time Eric.

Yeah,I'm sure it will be, but I'm gonna miss seeing that Big Man smile.

Thanks Jeff, you know I'll do my best,  ;)  and hoping we get a Philly fave "Incident On 57th St" at one of theses shows.  :thumbsup: Heading out soon.

THAT would make me really jealous!!!  (but i hope you get it)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 29, 2012, 02:17 AM
Fun time in Philly tonight. Pretty much what I thought we'd get for a night 1 of 2.

Too much to recall just now, but a few bullet points til later.

Several goose bump/tear shedding for the Big Man moments. 

Holy shit is this band tight! It's only the 5th show of the tour, and there are 16-18 people up there. I can only imagine how much fun the European shows, and 2nd US leg are going to be.

Looked forward as usual to hearing the new stuff, and they were all fantastic! Can't wait to hear some more.  :thumbsup:

Bruce and the band are definitely having as much fun as I've ever seen. Hard to believe they can play some tunes that are almost 40 years old, and keep them fresh, and as lively as ever.

Love a Philly Bruce crowd. Hanging on every word, every note, and as loud as could be.  8)

More later.....

I don't give a damn for the same old played out scenes baby,
I don't give a damn for the in betweens honey,
I want the heart, I want the soul!

With her long hair flowing,
and her eyes that shine like a midnight sun........

Here's tonight's setlist:
Intro at 20:19

1. We Take Care Of Our Own
2. Wrecking Ball
3. Badlands
4. Death to My Hometown
5. My City of Ruins
6. SEASIDE BAR SONG
7. Does this Bus Stop at 82nd Street?
8. Jack of All Trades
9. Atlantic City
10. Easy Money
11. She's The One
12. Waiting on a Sunny Day
13. The Promised Land
14. Apollo Medley
15. American Skin (41 Shots)
16. Lonesome Day
17. The Rising
18. We Are Alive
19. Thunder Road
*******
20. Rocky Ground (With Michelle Moore)
21. Land of Hope and Dreams
22. Born To Run
23. Dancing in the Dark
24. Raise Your Hand
25. Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

Show Over: 23:10
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Fully on Mar 29, 2012, 08:01 AM
That looks like a great show, Eric. I'm glad you had a good time!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Mar 29, 2012, 09:08 AM
That is AWESOME, Eric, wish I had been there with you!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Mar 29, 2012, 09:37 AM
Watched the stream for a while...it was very woozy---i was trying to find you (lol).
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 29, 2012, 09:57 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Mar 29, 2012, 09:37 AM
Watched the stream for a while...it was very woozy---i was trying to find you (lol).

I heard that guy got tossed. :o

I'm almost never on the floor for Bruce, so odds are you'd have a hard time finding me. It's not a first comes first on the rail at Bruce shows. He does a ga lottery for the pit. Its great if you get in, but not so much if you don't,imo. I don't like to risk it, so I use my tried and true method of getting a great seat, and other than MSG, it almost never fails.

The only time I do the pit for Bruce is when he has a designated Pit ticket. If it's ga with a lottery,I'm in a seat.

Here's a pretty funny little clip from last night. The guy woohoohing is a bit annoying, but you gotta love Bruce. Too bad he didn't come to the other side, cause that's exactly where I was sitting last night.

Raise Your Hand:

Bruce Springsteen drinks a beer, sings Raise Your Hand 3/28/12 Philadelphia (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTx19ljx50I#ws)

Thanks Fully. I did have a blast! :beer:

One of these days Crispy! You'd have enjoyed t. There were plenty of Jazz Hands flying last night! ;) Hopefully he comes your way in the fall. (That's what I'm hearing)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 29, 2012, 12:03 PM

Man this one brought back some memories. Summer at the Jersey Shore when it meant something more than what those two words mean now.

This one's for you Jeff.  :beer:

'"There's something about a pretty girl on a sweet summer night that gets this boy excited."

Seaside Bar Song:

Bruce Springsteen - Seaside Bar Song Live (Debut) Wells Fargo 03/28/12 Philly COMPLETE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBhR5Udy9ek#ws)


Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 29, 2012, 02:30 PM
Wow, Eric awesome clip.   Don't know if I've ever seen him do that one before although I've LOVED that song ever since I got in in high school on the Fire On The Fingertips bootleg.  Was thrilled when they finally put it on tracks.
As my son said to me when I took him to his first bruce show at age 6 "Dad, doesn't anyone ever sit down at a Bruce show?"

Bet it was a special night.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 31, 2012, 12:42 PM
Philly2 was an oustanding show! Great for all the "seasoned vets" ( not bragging, just don't like to use the term "old"  ;) ). I know a few people I went with would've liked a few more hits, but I'll take an 11:00"Thundercrack", and a 14:30 "Kitty's Back" everytime!

The show had something for everyone, including a spot on "Streets Of Philadelphia" for the hometown folks.  8)

It was great to get one of my all time faves in "Night" in the 3rd slot, just a little bummed that it took the place of "Badlands".

The double shot of Prove It All Night > Darkness On The Edge Of Town was a real highlight for me, and a bit of a flashback moment, as 78 was the first tour I caught.  :beer:

Jimmy Cliff's "Trapped" was really well done, and always a moving song.

I'm a fan of all the new stuff, and they're really done well live, but I think Bruce, and Patty's duet on "Easy Money" just might be the best duet I've seen them do. This one really works.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thunder Road!- nuff said

Kitty in the encore was one of the best songs of the night for me. It was roaring,especially with a 5 piece horn section. The whole band  really got to show their chops on this one, and I loved, loved,loved it!  ;D

It was a really sweet Philly moment to once again see Bruce bring his almost 90 year old mom onstage for a dance during "Dancing In The Dark". Courtney Cox would've been proud of Adele!  :beer:

Tenth Ave. to close is fitting. It's a real show stopper, and to see Bruce still going strong almost 3 hours into the show brings a smile everytime. I really missed the Big Man here, but the Clarence tribute moments are touching, and pretty cool,but still tug at the heart strings.

Bruce leaving the stage at the end of Philly2 - "WE"LL BE BACK"!

Next up for me is MSG1 this coming Friday, and then MSG2 with headhunter, and Pennylane!! Really looking forward to that, and it should be a great night all around. :beer:


Setlist:
We Take Care of Our Own
Wrecking Ball
Night
Death to My Hometown
My City of Ruins
Thundercrack
Jack of All Trades
Trapped
Easy Money
Prove It All Night
Darkness on the Edge of Town
Waitin' on a Sunny Day
The Promised Land
Apollo Medley
Streets of Philadelphia
The Rising
We Are Alive
Thunder Road
* * *
Rocky Ground (with Michelle Moore)
Kitty's Back
Born to Run
Dancing in the Dark
Tenth Avenue Freeze-out

Gotta include a clip of "Thundercrack". This one was only out on boots, and goes back a long ways to the clubs along the Jersey Shore.

There was a girl with her mom at Philly1 with a "Thundercrack For My Dad In Iraq" sign that Bruce saw too late to play. He did bring them backstage for some pics, gave them tix to Philly2, and told them he would play it then! There's a couple of quick shots of them in the video. Gotta love that man!  8)


Thundercrack - Springsteen - Philadelphia March 29, 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnPxmotDMTE#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 31, 2012, 04:58 PM
Eric, your review of night 2 is excellent.  As a seasoned vet, I understand completely what you wrote and if I had been lucky enough to be there, I would have mirrored your thoughts.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 31, 2012, 05:12 PM
Just a couple more Philly clips:

Trapped:

Bruce Springsteen - Trapped 3/29/12 Wells Fargo Philadelphia PA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBvWZzIPZ38#ws)


She's The One:

Bruce Springsteen - She's The One 3/28/12 Wells Fargo Philadelphia, PA Complete Show (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Igfj5xX5ho#ws)

Darkness On The Edge Of Town:


Bruce Springsteen - Darkness on The Edge of Town 3/29/12 Wells Fargo Philadelphia PA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grMcPLDxJbw#ws)

Gotta have the Dancin' with Mom clip:

Bruce Springsteen & his mom dancing & singing - Philadelphia March 29, 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZGn1nvfNko#ws)




Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Mar 31, 2012, 05:14 PM
was just gonna post the mom dancing clip!! AWE......
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 31, 2012, 05:24 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Mar 31, 2012, 05:14 PM
was just gonna post the mom dancing clip!! AWE......

She's sweet as hell. She always shakes her head like "no,no, no" when he comes to get her...but never fails to get up there and get down! I think that's where Bruce gets some of his schtick from!  ;)

Sat right behind her a few times, but Thursdays show there was tons of family there, and security was all over the first several rows of our section. We ended up about a dozen rows behind her this time.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Mar 31, 2012, 05:36 PM
3:40...tears will flow...tribute to the big man

Bruce Springsteen - Tenth Avenue Freeze-out 3/28/12 Wells Fargo Philadelphia, PA FINALE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=detvdGHqo-I#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 31, 2012, 05:49 PM
Yes they did.

There were a couple of Danny/ Big Man moments where it's hard for a fan not to get a bit emotional, but I like that they're celebrated, and definitely not forgotten! 8)

Still no Jungleland yet though. Maybe MSG2!  :thumbsup: I'm not really counting on it, cause I think it'll be a while before that's played again, if ever. Clarence's nephew Jake has more than held his own on sax,imo, just don't know if anyone could pull off that solo.

They didn't drop any of Danny's big keyboard/accordian songs when he passed, so hopefully that's a good sign as far as Jungleland goes, and they don't drop it. If it's going to be played soon, my money's on MSG.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Apr 02, 2012, 07:03 AM
Sassbox and I caught the fantastic show in DC last night.  I thought Tampa was very special and wouldn't be topped, but I was very wrong.

We were treated to some of the special things aired in Philly, such as Seaside Bar Song, Trapped, and Night, and also got She's the One.

Sassbox had a premonition before the show about Because the Night, and it was played, Bruce said by request.  Completely with a rocking and spinning Nils Lofgren at the end.

Also three tour premiers tonight with Adam Raised a Cain, Out in the Street (sign request), and The Promise, yes The Promise.

Have fun at MSG,  you guys, that is going to be unreal.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 02, 2012, 12:51 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Apr 02, 2012, 07:03 AM
Sassbox and I caught the fantastic show in DC last night.  I thought Tampa was very special and wouldn't be topped, but I was very wrong.

We were treated to some of the special things aired in Philly, such as Seaside Bar Song, Trapped, and Night, and also got She's the One.

Sassbox had a premonition before the show about Because the Night, and it was played, Bruce said by request.  Completely with a rocking and spinning Nils Lofgren at the end.

Also three tour premiers tonight with Adam Raised a Cain, Out in the Street (sign request), and The Promise, yes The Promise.

Have fun at MSG,  you guys, that is going to be unreal.

Looks like you got another great show Jon. Then again are any of them not? ;)

Because The Night has always been high on my list, and getting a full band "The Promise"?  :o  8) Good for you. Now if he'd care to play some off that album at MSG, I know headhunter, and I would be very grateful!  ;)  Any chance you might make the trek up here for one of those? You seem to be a good luck charm for getting "Promise" tunes!  ;D Three in two shows!  :beer:

Glad you and Sassbox had a good time, and got to see such a good show. This tour is already shaping up as better than the 1st leg of Magic, and is right up there with the early Reunion shows of 99,imo. I'm thinking real hard about getting to that Newark show to close out this leg.

I'm hearing about some stadiums on the 2nd leg, but really hoping there's arenas mixed in. I'm not a big fan of stadium shows, but maybe Wrigley or someplace cool like that wouldn't be bad. Either way I know my concert budget is going to get blown to hell this year, especially if MMJ comes back around too. ;D

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Apr 02, 2012, 07:48 PM
Due to some work travel there is no way I can make it up to MSG.  Newark is definitely possible, though.  Eric, let's keep in touch on that one.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Sassbox on Apr 02, 2012, 11:43 PM
Yeah...yeah...yeah...what Mr. Whippy said! I am still exhausted and unbelievably giddy. I just about fell out when he brought up the request for Out in the Street (a personal fave, I know it's not a rarity or one for the diehards, but I've got some great memories attached to that one). And She's The One. YEAH!!!

Brought a friend who isn't really a fan and hadn't listened to Bruce since the mid-80s. He's also not one prone to praise and he was absolutely blown away.

Great night!  ;D
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 03, 2012, 12:28 AM
Glad you got one of your faves, Sass.  :beer: Out In The Street is definitely a fun one live. :thumbsup:

Great that he did "The Promise". Love the song,and these few lines......

When the promise is broken you go on living
But it steals something from down in your soul
Like when the truth is spoken and it don't make no difference
Something in your heart goes cold

Here's the clip from DC:

Bruce Springsteen - The Promise 04/01/12 Verizon Center Washington, DC Complete Show (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmcY0S_26yc#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2012, 12:23 PM
Quote from: ericm on Nov 11, 2011, 07:11 PM
Talking last night at dinner with Penny, and Headhunter about some of his classic shows from the past, made me have to post this classic.

From the Capital Theatre, Passaic,N.J. 9/19/78

Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Passaic, NJ - High Quality (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWos8TS9yaE#)

i never knew this was such a jam..one of my favorite Bruce songs...
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2012, 12:31 PM
Quote from: IHL on Nov 14, 2011, 02:07 PM

Another version of 'Prove It All Night' with the best intro EVER (again from the Darkness tour - 15th August 1978).


Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Largo live 1978 (Blu-ray) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Xab-th4ltU#)

nope sorry eric, this version beats it...! holy smokes -what an intro
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Tired Eyes on Apr 04, 2012, 04:12 PM
I was on BTX today reading about ticket stuff and someone posted that they got tickets for 4/9 by calling Ticketmaster.  I called but was too late...all the tickets were gone.  Bummer.  I will keep trying for MSG but it looks like I'll have to try for a Newark ticket to see this leg of the tour.
I listened to disc 1 of Tracks today.  It still sounds great.  I will probably listen to some more later on.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 04, 2012, 08:39 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2012, 12:31 PM
Quote from: IHL on Nov 14, 2011, 02:07 PM

Another version of 'Prove It All Night' with the best intro EVER (again from the Darkness tour - 15th August 1978).


Bruce Springsteen - Prove It All Night - Largo live 1978 (Blu-ray) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Xab-th4ltU#)

nope sorry eric, this version beats it...! holy smokes -what an intro

I agree the intro from the Largo show is hard to top!   :thumbsup: 

I'll always have great memories of the Passaic show though because it was simulcast on WNEW FM in NYC.  8)
I  remember hanging out listening to that a few weeks after seeing my first Bruce show at MSG!

We've been chasing those intros ever since, but I don't think we'll ever get it again. Still a GREAT song, but man how I wish he'd break out that intro sometime.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 07, 2012, 09:44 AM
Madison Square F***ing Garden!!

Joint was jumping.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup: WOW. Not an empty seat to be seen, and it was rocking to the rafters all night. So cool to look up at several points to see the people way up top behind stage just rocking the hell out. 8)

Bruce, and the band were on fire last night, and you could tell they LOVE playing the big building, in this GREAT city. The give, and take between Bruce, and the crowd was something to see. Every Bruce show at The Garden is special in their own way, but there was just something extra about last night. The album shows last tour were classic, but last night was more like a celebration, a revival, almost like the Reunion shows. They came out roaring, and never let up.

Even though the setlist was pretty standard,imo, (there were some nice gems dropped in) it didn't seem like a standard show. From the start you could tell it was going to be a special show. I don't know if it was because it was a Friday with most people having off today, and really letting loose,but from the first note of the night, Bruce, the band, and the crowd were just smokin'.

Here's the setlist with a mini review of some of my personal faves:

A bit of a spoiler here.....


For the 1st time on the tour we got a different opener. No self-intro either. It was really cool actually. House lights still up, Garden pretty full,and blasting out of the speakers comes Jersey boy, ole Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra ...."Start Spreading The News!"
The band enters with the whole Garden singing along to "New York, New York". 8) Bruce hits the stage, 1,2,3,4...Badlands with the house lit, Born To Run style! I loved it. Hope he keeps opening like that, and rotates some of his great openers in that spot.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:


I liked getting Out In The Streets early in the set as it really kept the joint jumping.

The 5-pack of Murder Inc - Lions Den was a highlight of the night for me. Murder was smoking, and good to see all three guys trading guitar leads, especially Steve getting to show his stuff at the end. Loved the newly worked Johnny99, and finally got to hear one of my faves off the new one in Shackled and Drawn. So friggin good! He needs to KEEP that one in. Then, through all the years, and all the shows, Bruce goes and plays a song I've never seen live in Lions Den!  :o It was short, sweet, and fun, but made my night, and was worth the price of admission alone for me.

An incredible Thunder Road to close the set. One of the greatest songs ever,imo, and it was a goose -bump version, complete with possibly the LOUDESTand LONGEST sing-a-long ever.

Kitty's Back!! Again, and I'll take her at every show. A little shorter than in Philly, but just as amazing. I'll take a full band, 12:00 - 14:00 minute jam anytime.

We got to see mama Springsteen dance with Bruce again during Dancing In The Dark, and the the perfect closer in 10th. Tears will flow for the fans who loved the Big Man. GREAT tribute here, and I won't spoil it, but much better than the way they did it earlier,imo.

I am so pumped for Monday. Can't wait, and the only regret I have is a selfish one, in that I wish it was a 4-6 show run. ;)

20:27 Intro

1. Badlands
2. We Take Care of Our Own
3. Wrecking Ball
4. Out in the Street
5. Death to My Hometown
6. My City of Ruins
7. MURDER INCORPERATED
8. Johnny 99
9. Jack of All Trades
10. Shackled and Drawn
11. LIONS DEN!!!!!
12. Easy Money
13. Waiting on a Sunny Day
14. Promised Land
15. Apollo Medley
16. American Skin (41 Shots)
17. Lonesome Day
18. The Rising
19. We Are Alive
20. Thunder Road
*******
21. Rocky Ground
22. Kitty's Back
23. Born To Run
24. Dancing in the Dark
25. Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

Show Over: 23:20

Here's a clip to get the juices flowing.

Murder Incorperated:

Murder Inc. - Springsteen - MSG April 6, 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMhuSCd_P3c#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 07, 2012, 10:43 AM
Great review Eric!  Glad you had a blast.  Can't wait to share some Bruce juice with you on Monday.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 07, 2012, 10:56 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 07, 2012, 10:43 AM
Great review Eric!  Glad you had a blast.  Can't wait to share some Bruce juice with you on Monday.

Thanks Jeff.

Monday can't get here soon enough for me!

I'm going on record right now, and saying Monday will be off the charts. I'm thinking more of a varied set, with some nice wild cards thrown in.  :thumbsup:
I'm glad I scheduled a late start for work Tuesday. I don't think I'd have been worth much if I had to work this morning. ;)

I'm predicting we get an "Incident On 57th St" or "NYC Serenede" (leaning towards Incident) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 07, 2012, 02:42 PM
A pretty rare performance of "Lion's Den":

Anyone there who didn't get up, and dance for this, needs to get their soul  checked .   ;D

Bruce Springsteen - Lion's Den (Tour Debut) 04/06/12 Madison Square Garden, NYC [HD] (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W03fmZdN63w#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 07, 2012, 04:07 PM
I'm thinking it will be a special one too and now would be a perfect time for Incident (although nyc serenade would be sweet as well).

Not expecting Jungleland but if we are ever gonna get  one, this would be the night.  (how about a little meeting across the river thrown in for good measure?)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 07, 2012, 06:32 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 07, 2012, 04:07 PM
I'm thinking it will be a special one too and now would be a perfect time for Incident (although nyc serenade would be sweet as well).

Not expecting Jungleland but if we are ever gonna get  one, this would be the night.  (how about a little meeting across the river thrown in for good measure?)

I like the way you think there my friend!  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 08, 2012, 12:11 PM
A little something for the Roll Callers going to Monday's show at MSG to get you even more psyched. This should help get you through tomorrow's workday! ;)

Friday night's opener:

Badlands - Bruce Springsteen MSG 4/6/2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlfkuljrwGw#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Tracy 2112 on Apr 08, 2012, 01:47 PM
Quote from: ericm on Apr 07, 2012, 09:44 AM
Madison Square F***ing Garden!!

Joint was jumping.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup: WOW. Not an empty seat to be seen, and it was rocking to the rafters all night. So cool to look up at several points to see the people way up top behind stage just rocking the hell out. 8)

Bruce, and the band were on fire last night, and you could tell they LOVE playing the big building, in this GREAT city. The give, and take between Bruce, and the crowd was something to see. Every Bruce show at The Garden is special in their own way, but there was just something extra about last night. The album shows last tour were classic, but last night was more like a celebration, a revival, almost like the Reunion shows. They came out roaring, and never let up.

Even though the setlist was pretty standard,imo, (there were some nice gems dropped in) it didn't seem like a standard show. From the start you could tell it was going to be a special show. I don't know if it was because it was a Friday with most people having off today, and really letting loose,but from the first note of the night, Bruce, the band, and the crowd were just smokin'.

Here's the setlist with a mini review of some of my personal faves:

A bit of a spoiler here.....


For the 1st time on the tour we got a different opener. No self-intro either. It was really cool actually. House lights still up, Garden pretty full,and blasting out of the speakers comes Jersey boy, ole Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra ...."Start Spreading The News!"
The band enters with the whole Garden singing along to "New York, New York". 8) Bruce hits the stage, 1,2,3,4...Badlands with the house lit, Born To Run style! I loved it. Hope he keeps opening like that, and rotates some of his great openers in that spot.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:


I liked getting Out In The Streets early in the set as it really kept the joint jumping.

The 5-pack of Murder Inc - Lions Den was a highlight of the night for me. Murder was smoking, and good to see all three guys trading guitar leads, especially Steve getting to show his stuff at the end. Loved the newly worked Johnny99, and finally got to hear one of my faves off the new one in Shackled and Drawn. So friggin good! He needs to KEEP that one in. Then, through all the years, and all the shows, Bruce goes and plays a song I've never seen live in Lions Den!  :o It was short, sweet, and fun, but made my night, and was worth the price of admission alone for me.

An incredible Thunder Road to close the set. One of the greatest songs ever,imo, and it was a goose -bump version, complete with possibly the LOUDESTand LONGEST sing-a-long ever.

Kitty's Back!! Again, and I'll take her at every show. A little shorter than in Philly, but just as amazing. I'll take a full band, 12:00 - 14:00 minute jam anytime.

We got to see mama Springsteen dance with Bruce again during Dancing In The Dark, and the the perfect closer in 10th. Tears will flow for the fans who loved the Big Man. GREAT tribute here, and I won't spoil it, but much better than the way they did it earlier,imo.

I am so pumped for Monday. Can't wait, and the only regret I have is a selfish one, in that I wish it was a 4-6 show run. ;)

20:27 Intro

1. Badlands
2. We Take Care of Our Own
3. Wrecking Ball
4. Out in the Street
5. Death to My Hometown
6. My City of Ruins
7. MURDER INCORPERATED
8. Johnny 99
9. Jack of All Trades
10. Shackled and Drawn
11. LIONS DEN!!!!!
12. Easy Money
13. Waiting on a Sunny Day
14. Promised Land
15. Apollo Medley
16. American Skin (41 Shots)
17. Lonesome Day
18. The Rising
19. We Are Alive
20. Thunder Road
*******
21. Rocky Ground
22. Kitty's Back
23. Born To Run
24. Dancing in the Dark
25. Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

Show Over: 23:20

Here's a clip to get the juices flowing.

Murder Incorperated:

Murder Inc. - Springsteen - MSG April 6, 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMhuSCd_P3c#ws)

Thank you for this!  :)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 08, 2012, 02:50 PM
You got it Tracy. :beer:

Been trying to post in other threads, but like MMJ, when Bruce is touring I've got The FEVER! ;) Seems like 99% of my posts end up in this thread. ;D

Even after all these years I still get a big thrill going to a Bruce show, and glad to see some here get a kick out of hearing about it too.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 08, 2012, 05:22 PM
Eric - less than 24 hours until we share a drink at Stout gearing up for Bruce.

Something (in the night) tells me that tomorrow is gonna be quite the party!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 08, 2012, 06:19 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 08, 2012, 05:22 PM
Eric - less than 24 hours until we share a drink at Stout gearing up for Bruce.

Something (in the night) tells me that tomorrow is gonna be quite the party!


Looking forward to it Jeff. :beer:

We definitely won't have to look too hard "for a moment when the world seems right".

Fingers crossed for another fantastic, joint jumpin', pedal to the metal opener. I'm going with "Prove It".  8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 08, 2012, 07:21 PM
Eric, this will be the first show I see with you that it will be ok if we don't catch Steam Engine.
;)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 09, 2012, 01:31 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 08, 2012, 07:21 PM
Eric, this will be the first show I see with you that it will be ok if we don't catch Steam Engine.
;)

Haha!  ;D

Heading out now. See you and Christine in a bit.

It's gonna be epic!  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 10, 2012, 10:40 AM
A magical night at MSG with the Boss.

As good as any Bruce show I've seen in 20 years.  Great to hang w you Eric at a Bruce show (finally!) and Penny Lane can rock out even when she's not on the rail.
This was a special night.  "I know your momma she don't like me cause I play in a rock n roll band".

Setlist:
Badlands
We Take Care of Our Own
Wrecking Ball
Out in the Street
Death to My Hometown
My City of Ruins
Spirit in the Night
Thundercrack
Jack of All Trades
Trapped
She's the One
Easy Money
Waitin' on a Sunny Day
The Promised Land
Apollo Medley
Because the Night
The Rising
We Are Alive
Backstreets
Land of Hope and Dreams
* * *
Rocky Ground (with Michelle Moore)
Rosalita
Born to Run
Dancing in the Dark
Tenth Avenue Freeze-out
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 10, 2012, 09:52 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 10, 2012, 10:40 AM
A magical night at MSG with the Boss.

As good as any Bruce show I've seen in 20 years.  Great to hang w you Eric at a Bruce show (finally!) and Penny Lane can rock out even when she's not on the rail.
This was a special night.  "I know your momma she don't like me cause I play in a rock n roll band".

Totally agree, Jeff.  :thumbsup:

Finally is right! We've been to so many of the same Bruce shows that it was great to Rock one together.   :beer: Hopefully this will be the first of many.

Very cool that we got to rock out with Penny at her 1st Bruce show!  8) The woman rocks for sure, rail or not.  :thumbsup: I had a blast sharing the show with you two, and good to meet your other friends as well. So many cool people, and a great Bruce show at MSG to top it off.

Good that Tired Eyes scored a ticket, and we definitely had a nice little Roll Call presence at the show.  :)

Still letting the whole show sink in, and not up to a review right now. Too many highlights to list. There were so many "holy shit" moments that it's hard to pick the best. Next to hanging with you guys,  this one is right up there for me:

Backstreets:

Bruce Springsteen - Backstreets Live 04/09/12 Madison Square Garden, NYC Complete (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXLZ5R8Ks1Y#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Apr 13, 2012, 01:07 PM
East coast dates announced for second leg of the tour.  Springsteen peeps, what's your game plan.  I'm thinking about Philly, DC, and maybe the last night of E. Rutherford. 

Eric, Jeff, maybe we will overlap at one of these.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Apr 13, 2012, 01:23 PM
Not thrilled with the dates, hoping he does some southern or Midwest dates. Chicago is the closest right now
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Apr 13, 2012, 03:39 PM
Sorry I haven't posted before but I've been sick and out of town for work.

Had a great time with Headhunter and eric at my first Springsteen show! Couldn't believe this 62 year old man was crowd surfing and chugging beers and played for 3 hours (no encore break). It was a very heartfelt show--loved to hear Spirit in the Night and Rosalita, but EXTREMELY pumped that I got to hear what has become my new favorite Sprinsteen song, ThunderCrack. HH and eric knew all the words to every song and every detail about every album, along with their friends at the meetup. They made BH look normal for god's sakes. It was a whole other kind of music nerd-dom that I soaked up and loved. Tired Eyes knew everything as well and sat a few rows behind us.

I'm not a fan of arena shows but for this, I'm glad I shelled out and got to experience this. Thanks to HH, eric and Tired Eyes for being my Springsteen guides.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 13, 2012, 07:34 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 13, 2012, 03:39 PM
Sorry I haven't posted before but I've been sick and out of town for work.

Had a great time with Headhunter and eric at my first Springsteen show! Couldn't believe this 62 year old man was crowd surfing and chugging beers and played for 3 hours (no encore break). It was a very heartfelt show--loved to hear Spirit in the Night and Rosalita, but EXTREMELY pumped that I got to hear what has become my new favorite Sprinsteen song, ThunderCrack. HH and eric knew all the words to every song and every detail about every album, along with their friends at the meetup. They made BH look normal for god's sakes. It was a whole other kind of music nerd-dom that I soaked up and loved. Tired Eyes knew everything as well and sat a few rows behind us.

I'm not a fan of arena shows but for this, I'm glad I shelled out and got to experience this. Thanks to HH, eric and Tired Eyes for being my Springsteen guides.

;D

It was my pleasure to share your first Bruce show with you. I had a blast before, and during the show. So glad you got Thundercrack, and got to see me semi-lose my shit for Backstreets.  ;) That song has always held a special place in my heart, and is probably my favorite Bruce tune.  It's hard to pick just one, but if I had to Backstreets would be it.

We did get treated to a real nice setlist....something for everybody. Real happy that you got to see some classics too.  :thumbsup:

I like the music nerd-dom term. It definitely fits HH, and I when it comes to Bruce.  :) Not hard to fall into that when we've been seeing him for 30+ years. Even now, we still get just as big a kick out of going to a show, and I think after Monday, you can see why.

Three + hours of non-stop rocking, beer chugging, crowd surfing, knee- sliding, piano climbing, dancing, FUN!  8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 13, 2012, 07:44 PM
Quote from: e_wind on Apr 13, 2012, 01:23 PM
Not thrilled with the dates, hoping he does some southern or Midwest dates. Chicago is the closest right now

Patience my friend.

This is a typical 2nd leg announcement for Bruce. They announce some stadiums well in advance, in order to sell as many tix as possible, and also cap off the European Leg that is all stadiums. They're in the stadium mode, so they always do some here after Europe. Then when these stadiums have sold, some fall arena dates will be announced. The tour will probably go on til late October-mid-November.

I'm not a fan of stadium shows, but will most likely go to Philly, and one of the Jersey shows. I'm waiting for the fall arenas to really put a dent in my wallet. ;) ( I've heard talk of one your way,Indy, Cinci, or possibly even Yum)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Apr 21, 2012, 10:35 AM
Philly onsale was a snap.  Got a GA for each night.  Eric, will you be in da house?  Anyone else? 

Hoping to see the Springsteen RnR hall of fame exhibit during the day before one of the shows.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 21, 2012, 11:09 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Apr 21, 2012, 10:35 AM
Philly onsale was a snap.  Got a GA for each night.  Eric, will you be in da house?  Anyone else? 

Hoping to see the Springsteen RnR hall of fame exhibit during the day before one of the shows.

Ga for both nights!! I was only going to go night 1, but when I got through for ga's, I couldn't resist pulling the trigger on night 2.  :o  ;)

I'm pretty sure Janecool and her husband Jon are going night 2, and maybe a few more Roll Callers. We'll definitely have to plan a get-together. Should be a helluva Labor Day weekend. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 25, 2012, 11:43 PM
Looks like Hartford got one helluva show tonight! I sure hope Ant made his way there.

Some gems in there for sure, and only the early four pack, and Shackled late off the new one might signal a shift in the tour. (Not counting LOHAD since that's been around for years). Kitty  to open the encores is a sweet treat!!  :cool:  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:

8:08

1. HELD UP WITHOUT A GUN
2. Radio Nowhere
3. Jackson Cage
4. Hungry Heart
5. We Take Care of Our Own
6. Wrecking Ball
7. Death to My Hometown
8. My City of Ruins
9. Spirit in the Night
10. PINK CADILLAC
11. Incident on 57th Street
12. Point Blank
13. Because the Night
14. You Can Look (But You Better Not Touch)
15. Out in the Street
16. Shackled and Drawn
17. Waiting on a Sunny Day
18. For You (Solo Piano)
19. The Rising
20. Badlands
21. Land of Hope and Dreams
*******
22. Kitty's Back
23. Born To Run
24. Bobby Jean
25. Dancing in the Dark
26. Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

11:22
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Oct 26, 2012, 08:06 AM
Quote from: ericm on Oct 25, 2012, 11:43 PM

8:08

1. HELD UP WITHOUT A GUN
2. Radio Nowhere
3. Jackson Cage
4. Hungry Heart
5. We Take Care of Our Own
6. Wrecking Ball
7. Death to My Hometown
8. My City of Ruins
9. Spirit in the Night
10. PINK CADILLAC
11. Incident on 57th Street
12. Point Blank
13. Because the Night
14. You Can Look (But You Better Not Touch)
15. Out in the Street
16. Shackled and Drawn
17. Waiting on a Sunny Day
18. For You (Solo Piano)
19. The Rising
20. Badlands
21. Land of Hope and Dreams
*******
22. Kitty's Back
23. Born To Run
24. Bobby Jean
25. Dancing in the Dark
26. Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

11:22

Man this makes me even more upset that I have to miss the Louisville show next week  :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Oct 28, 2012, 09:51 AM
Yes, Hartford looks like it was great.  Pittsburgh last night also got a really interesting setlist.

I caught the Charlottesville show on Tuesday and it was also a great one.  Besides how great he is at always throwing in some great song picks, I love how he is messing with the structure of the sets at this point (Shackled and Drawn to open, no Rising late in the set, no We Are Alive to open the encores, etc.).  This five-pack from Charlottesville was amazing:

9. Seaside Bar Song
10. Give the Girl a Kiss
11. Lost in the Flood
12. This Depression
13. Murder Incorporated
14. Johnny 99

This Depression really takes on new life live, with very prominent guitar work from Nils throughout.  Also great in Charlottesville to hear both Backstreets and Jungleland. 

Eric, hope you get to make it to the motherland for the Yum! Center show. Seems like the tour is taking new wings, as they usually do late in the game.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 28, 2012, 04:05 PM
Totally agree about him shaking up the structure of the show, and I'm glad he's doing it. Kinda typical of his arena show  after stadium leg of the tour.

Glad to see he's pulled Jack Of All Trades out of the set recently. Good song, and like hearing it on the album, but it really seemed to be a buzz kill live, and momentum killer.

Unfortunately I had to cancel my Yum plans due to this storm. Too much craziness here now to be able to get away. Here's hoping for a late MSG/ Barclays announcement. If not, my arena shows are going to have to wait til 2013.

Glad to see you got to Charlottesville, and that five pack was pretty sweet.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Oct 28, 2012, 04:45 PM
So is it safe to say that Bruce will add some arena shows for next year? Or is he winding down for a bit?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 28, 2012, 05:22 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Oct 28, 2012, 04:45 PM
So is it safe to say that Bruce will add some arena shows for next year? Or is he winding down for a bit?

The tour will continue well into 2013.

Most likely a very similar model. U.S./ Canada arenas in the spring, followed by another summer in Europe, with most likely some more U.S. shows next summer/fall. The only question seems to be if they hit Australia/ New Zealand or maybe even Japan in early 2013.

Once that train gets rollin', it's tough to stop!  :wink:

Rumor has another album in the works, if not done already.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: mahg33ta on Oct 28, 2012, 06:10 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Oct 28, 2012, 09:51 AM
  This five-pack from Charlottesville was amazing:

9. Seaside Bar Song
10. Give the Girl a Kiss
11. Lost in the Flood
12. This Depression
13. Murder Incorporated
14. Johnny 99

Nice math Mr Whippy  :wink:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Oct 28, 2012, 06:16 PM
Quote from: ericm on Oct 28, 2012, 05:22 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Oct 28, 2012, 04:45 PM
So is it safe to say that Bruce will add some arena shows for next year? Or is he winding down for a bit?

The tour will continue well into 2013.

Most likely a very similar model. U.S./ Canada arenas in the spring, followed by another summer in Europe, with most likely some more U.S. shows next summer/fall. The only question seems to be if they hit Australia/ New Zealand or maybe even Japan in early 2013.

Once that train gets rollin', it's tough to stop!  :wink:

Rumor has another album in the works, if not done already.

All I'm asking for is another Nashville/Louisville/Atlanta/etc show next year. And already rumors of another album? There is no way that Bruce can possibly be human.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 28, 2012, 08:27 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 28, 2012, 06:10 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Oct 28, 2012, 09:51 AM
  This five-pack from Charlottesville was amazing:

9. Seaside Bar Song
10. Give the Girl a Kiss
11. Lost in the Flood
12. This Depression
13. Murder Incorporated
14. Johnny 99
Nice math Mr Whippy  :wink:

It happens!

When you've been to so many shows, one is the same as five or six.  :wink: Hell, I  couldn't care less the number, give me those tunes, and I'll be very happy.  :grin:

Edit to say sorry Kyle. Didn't mean to come off as that much of a hard ass. After quite a few  :beer: watching the Giants, and almost blowing one vs the Pokes, and reading a Bruce post, I might've gotten carried away. Point being, for us Bruce fanatics, give us a nice four to six or however many pack, and no way we can count straight.  :grin:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Oct 29, 2012, 07:09 AM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 28, 2012, 06:10 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Oct 28, 2012, 09:51 AM
  This five-pack from Charlottesville was amazing:

9. Seaside Bar Song
10. Give the Girl a Kiss
11. Lost in the Flood
12. This Depression
13. Murder Incorporated
14. Johnny 99

Nice math Mr Whippy  :wink:

I fully blame Duke University for this, I knew that was a shitty choice.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: slappymoe on Nov 01, 2012, 03:22 PM
the upcoming YUM! show will be my first springsteen show ever. :beer:

i've never been a huge fan, but this was an opportunity i couldn't let pass.    i only have 2 of his albums, very early ones, e street shuffle and born to run.   2 classics that i wouldn't be without.   for whatever reason, aside from the occasional song (like hungry heart) the interest just wasn't/isn't there for most of the rest of his stuff. 

but i know i'm in for a treat on saturday.  being 3 days before the election, i hope he keeps the political stuff to a minimum.

last thought.....where's jim these days?   maybe a brief guest appearance with his fellow obama devotee?

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: slappymoe on Nov 04, 2012, 12:28 AM
Quote from: slappymoe on Nov 01, 2012, 03:22 PMlast thought.....where's jim these days?   maybe a brief guest appearance with his fellow obama devotee?
well, turns out jim was there to see the boss tonight.

no guest appearance, though.

and bruce rocks. :thumbsup:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Nov 04, 2012, 07:04 AM
jim james (@jimjames)
11/4/12, 1:39 AM
Springsteen at yum center. one of, if not THE- greatest shows I have ever seen. so inspiring.


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Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Nov 04, 2012, 08:02 AM
http://www.aceweekly.com/2012/11/concert-review-bruce-springsteen-kfc-yum-center-in-louisville-11-3/ (http://www.aceweekly.com/2012/11/concert-review-bruce-springsteen-kfc-yum-center-in-louisville-11-3/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: slappymoe on Nov 04, 2012, 10:22 AM
so my group of 6 were leaving the troll pub, heading into the show.

the 4 women went in, but my buddy and i decided to go back to his car for a quick smoke. 

sufficiently altered, we headed into the arena and found our group waiting in the concourse.

when the girls saw us, they all started shrieking..."oh my god, you won't believe this!!! you just missed him, no more than 45 seconds ago!!!"

(http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/c0.0.403.403/p403x403/521818_10151295201086458_470141262_n.jpg)

moral of the story.......just say no to drugs, and you'll meet jim james.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: slappymoe on Nov 04, 2012, 10:29 AM
and i'd like to thank jim for being so gracious to my mildly inebriated sis.  she says she asked, "aren't you yim yames?"

"i'm jim."

"i think my brother loves you."

probably true, but not in that way.

not that there's anything wrong with that.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Nov 04, 2012, 11:46 AM
I was there last night, based on a last minute decision. I get it, Bruce is a hell of a performer, and the music sounds great, but I could do without the the gimmicks and cheesy choreography.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: APR on Nov 05, 2012, 07:25 PM
slappymoe.... that is some bad timing.  I hope it didn't effect the rest of your night.  I would have been bummed about those 45 seconds.

Something like that happened to me years ago.  I almost never stepped out of the place I was working in NYC (even for a few minute break).  The one time I did, because my wife stopped by and wanted to grab a soda, Johnny Ramone came in.  I just missed him.  I was never a Ramones fan but it would have been cool to see/meet a legend.   
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: slappymoe on Nov 06, 2012, 04:28 PM
Quote from: APR on Nov 05, 2012, 07:25 PM
slappymoe.... that is some bad timing.  I hope it didn't effect the rest of your night.  I would have been bummed about those 45 seconds. 
nope, still had a blast.  hell, not sure i would have stopped jim had i been there.

for one thing, i'm not even sure what i'd say, aside from some lame fanboy "gee, you're my hero" nonsense.  maybe if i carried my guitar with me everywhere i go, i could ask him to show me a few chords.

and though i'm sure he knows it comes with the territory, i would imagine jim would like to be able to go out in public and enjoy his evening without being hounded by fans...or the sisters of fans.

maybe if there was some way to quickly communicate telepathically......"i know who you are, i am a huge fan, but i choose to respect your privacy.  have a nice evening." :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Dec 05, 2012, 01:44 PM
I'm going to see Springsteen tomorrow night for the first time.  I've never been more than casually interested in The Boss, but the legendary live show reputation has made me finally pull the trigger.  We are on the GA floor, but probably won't get there in time to be in the front section.

A Springsteen fanatic friend sent me a stack of discs to prep me.  I'm finding there's a bunch of songs I never really paid much attention to that I now hope I get to hear tomorrow.

I'm going in with few expectations and in a good headspace to rock out and have a good time.  Getting pretty excited!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Dec 05, 2012, 04:02 PM
Happy maiden voyage down Highway 9, Shug.  Report back!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Dec 05, 2012, 04:03 PM
Quote from: Shug on Dec 05, 2012, 01:44 PM
I'm going to see Springsteen tomorrow night for the first time.  I've never been more than casually interested in The Boss, but the legendary live show reputation has made me finally pull the trigger.  We are on the GA floor, but probably won't get there in time to be in the front section.

A Springsteen fanatic friend sent me a stack of discs to prep me.  I'm finding there's a bunch of songs I never really paid much attention to that I now hope I get to hear tomorrow.

I'm going in with few expectations and in a good headspace to rock out and have a good time.  Getting pretty excited!

same experience with me, Shug--thanks to ericm and headhunter i discovered Bruce late in life and went to my first 3 bruce shows this past year...not many people i'd see in an arena setting, but you definitely get your money's worth...my old roommate also turned me on to Tracks and a lot of stuff i'd never gave much attention to...the real doozy was when HH showed me a concert video from before the BTR tour...as a child of the 80s, i was turned off..but was converted this past year..

have a great time!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Dec 05, 2012, 06:26 PM
Thanks!  I will report back.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Dec 05, 2012, 09:31 PM
Enjoy the show Shug. I think you're in for a doozy. It was originally the tour finale, but they added the Mexico City show a little while back. Still the last US show of the tour, so no telling where it'll go. I hope you get a few of the tunes you talked about.

Say hi to my brother for me.   :wink: He and my sister-in-law will also be at the show tomorrow night.   They moved out there a couple of years ago, and will be driving up from the Tucson area.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Dec 06, 2012, 09:22 AM
I decided to not look at this week's set lists so I'm surprised.  #1 on my wishlist is Rosalita, but don't tell me if they played it last night or something!   Maybe a Christmas tune?  We'll see, I'll be happy with whatever he plays, can't wait!  Thanks for the good wishes!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Dec 07, 2012, 01:59 PM
Bruce is a rock 'n' roll preacher and he made me a believer!  We had a great time at the show.  We were on the GA floor, standing only.  The crowd in the seats stood the whole time, too.  A bunch of good people primed to have a good time, didn't see any jerkish behavior, just good vibes amongst people who like to rock out and sing along.

Man, things started out strong when the crowd sung the entire first verse of Hungy Heart and Bruce went crowd surfing by the fourth song in.  And then followed it with Prove It All Night with long intro, which sounded like Because The Night to me.  I was surprised how many (short) guitar solos Bruce took, I thought Nils would take most of them.  Bruce can solo, pretty brief and tastefully, but really good.  He kinda went off on the long intro, though, excellent!  Trapped was great, too, so it was a strong, impressive first part of the set.  He brought up a lot of kids throughout the show, which was touching and really cool and he let people come up on the catwalk during Santa Claus and that was cool, as well.

The emotional highlight for me, though was when Sam Moore, (from Memphis Stax group Sam and Dave) sang along on an old R&B tune (maybe Call Me, not sure of the title).  I have a deep deep love for Stax, Motown and Atlantic soul from the 60s and hearing Sam at 82 still in good voice, smiling away, with Bruce holding him up as the national treasure that he is really got to me, I was bawling like a baby.  That moment, along with the whole revival vibe of a Bruce show opened me up and out came the flood.  I love it when that happens, when rock 'n' roll music becomes a powerful transformative experience and not just a fun night out.  The Rising carried on with that feeling and it stayed there through to the tribute to Clarence and Danny in 10th Ave.  We were pretty close to the catwalk and it was great to see Bruce emotional from so close up.  Rosalita would've capped the night and put it over the edge, but it was not to be.  Just another reason to go see him some more next time, right?  A great night of rock 'n' roll!



Surprise, Surprise
(Bruce Solo Acoustic)
No Surrender
I'm a Rocker
Hungry Heart
Prove It All Night
(with '78 Intro)
Trapped
(Jimmy Cliff cover)
Lost in the Flood
We Take Care of Our Own
Wrecking Ball
Death to My Hometown
My City of Ruins
Be True
(Sign Request)
Light of Day
(Sign Request)
Darlington County
Shackled and Drawn
Waitin' on a Sunny Day
The Way You Do The Things You Do>Call Me?
(Sat down and sang with Sam Moore)
The Rising
Badlands
Thunder Road
Encore:
Incident on 57th Street
(Bruce Solo on Piano)
Born to Run
Dancing in the Dark
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Dec 07, 2012, 02:22 PM
wow Shug, you caught a great show. glad you loved it.  Eric M and I have both been to many many shows (i'm well past 100) and there are few who can move a crowd and play for hours on end until the audience is exhausted like the Boss.

Bruce is really a treasure and every music fan should see him play live even if they don'r really know the music.

glad you had such a good time & experience.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Dec 07, 2012, 05:43 PM
Thanks!  I looked at a few setlists this AM, would've loved to have heard Spirit In The Night or Because The Night, Darkness At The Edge of Town, and stuff like that, but I'm not complaining.  I dig that Bruce does what Tom Petty does not: mix up his setlists, play rarities, not play every radio song every night.  I'd be ecstatic if Petty did that and I'd see him multiple nights on each tour like Bruce fans do.  As it is, I won't even pay to see Petty anymore cuz its almost the same damn show for the past 15 years!  The price is that you may not hear your favorite song if you only go see one show.  I have no problem with that at all.

Anyway,  I was cruising around reading Springsteen stuff today and I saw this in a Little Steven interview and thought it was so so great.

You've talked about the E Street Band being so close now, but you quit the band back in the Eighties, and Bruce later broke the group up for 10 years. How do those two decisions look to you now?
There is no doubt that those two things were mistakes. I tell everybody, if you've got a band that works, it's a miracle. It's never going to be perfect, but if it works on some level, hold on to it with both hands and don't ever let it go. Bands should never break up. I had this conversation with Bruce. One of the reasons why we got back together is I really feel a moral obligation. You ask people to fall in love with you. To need you. To want you. To buy your records and come see you. You have an emotional contract with people. To break up is to violate that contract. That relationship has now been restored, and we are feeling it more than ever.
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/steven-van-zandts-e-street-memories-20091001#ixzz2EPOO9ME9 (http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/steven-van-zandts-e-street-memories-20091001#ixzz2EPOO9ME9)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Feb 09, 2013, 02:12 PM
Cuddle up angel, cuddle up my little dove

Bruce Springsteen Tunnel Of Love HQ STEREO! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ifa8i3ToVFg#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Tired Eyes on Feb 09, 2013, 04:53 PM
NEIL YOUNG performs BORN IN THE USA at the GRAMMY Musiccare (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ScgF3nWGPM#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Feb 24, 2013, 02:46 PM
Beautiful


If I Should Fall Behind - Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1wg9jyvfN0#)

Bruce Springsteen - America: A Tribute to Heroes (21 Sept 2001) - My City of Ruin (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qf2qP8XXUu4#ws)

Terry's Song [Bonus Track]-Bruce Springsteen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGuy9SWXko0#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2013, 09:47 AM
This one's for Penny, HeadHunter, and Tired Eyes. Man time flies.....hard to believe it's been almost a year since we got to see this great show at MSG. I can still hear how loud the crowd was that night, and seemed to be singing every word as loud as they could.  :cool:

It comes through great in this video of a near perfect performance of probably my all time favorite Bruce tune.

Backstreets:    :beer:

Springsteen Backstreets Madison Square Garden 09-04-2012 multicam, dubbed audio (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQLidoJdZCk#ws)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Feb 25, 2013, 10:10 AM
thanks, eric! i've been obsessed with this song lately: (found a Glen Hansard cover)


http://youtu.be/26HEfAqiPEU (http://youtu.be/26HEfAqiPEU)

http://youtu.be/VQ91NozCi5c (http://youtu.be/VQ91NozCi5c)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2013, 10:30 AM
Oh yeah, Penny, oh yeah.  :beer:   I think any man who's been away from the woman he loves can relate to this song. I mean who wouldn't drive all night just to buy her some shoes, and taste her tender charms! 

This tune always played like a bit of a lullaby to me, especially when the Big Man comes in for that classic sax solo.  :cool:  Bruce has got so many gems in his catalog, and this is definitely one. I'm glad you're finding them, and liking them too. :thumbsup:

Here's another, but in a much different style. Heard some rumors he'll either do something solo after this tour, or possibly put this band together for a second go round. Either way, I'm there,but I'd  love to see a Seeger Sessions Band show.

Bruce Springsteen with The Seeger Sessions Band - O Mary Don't You Weep - Live (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMXLwl-YDuY#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 25, 2013, 10:43 AM
Thanks for the post Eric.  Some of those mellow tunes from The River (like Drive All Night) are (imo) the most under-rated of Springsteen's career.  Beautiful stuff and just mesmerizing live.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2013, 10:52 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 25, 2013, 10:43 AM
Thanks for the post Eric.  Some of those mellow tunes from The River (like Drive All Night) are (imo) the most under-rated of Springsteen's career.  Beautiful stuff and just mesmerizing live.

You got it Jeff. :beer:

Totally agree about those River tunes.  :thumbsup: I can't ever get enough of listening to sides 3/4 or cd2. Was one of the lucky ones to catch the River tour,and see the album performed in order at MSG in 09.  One of my favorite Bruce shows ever.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 25, 2013, 08:37 PM
Spinning The River tonight and smiling in a big way.

Thanks Eric for putting me in the mood.  Damn this is good stuff.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2013, 09:11 PM
Well, I just revived the thread,  :wink:  :beer:  Christine was the one who set the River mood!  :cool:  Spinning The River is a great way to spend the evening. :thumbsup: I always though sides 1/2 or cd1 was a great road tripping listen, while 3/4 cd2 was great for kicking back, and enjoying some good company.

Here's one for Christine, and it sucks  Essentials is not available on vinyl!

County Fair:


Bruce Springsteen - County Fair (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvNFCyizm_4#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 25, 2013, 09:49 PM
Here's another one for our favorite Buckeye. :beer:

Youngstown:

Springsteen "Youngstown" Montage (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVXYzcb3r-w#)


And one for you too Jeff. Have you seen any of these over the years? This guy has 6 or 7 River Tour rehearsal tunes on his playlist.

Wreck On The Highway from The River rehearsals:

Bruce Springsteen - WRECK ON THE HIGHWAY 1980 (The River rehearsals) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RspPrnVB8so#)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 12, 2013, 10:49 PM
Sweet version of the classic Thunder Road. Just Bruce, Roy on piano, and about 70,000 backup singers.  :wink: helluva way to open a show,IMO.   :cool:

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - Thunder Road (Hard Rock Calling 2012) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGtqDCr5wiI#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Mar 13, 2013, 08:57 AM
Eric- you are too good to us.  :thumbsup:

Thanks dude.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 13, 2013, 10:43 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Mar 13, 2013, 08:57 AM
Eric- you are too good to us.  :thumbsup:

Thanks dude.

No problem my friend, anytime.   :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Mar 21, 2013, 01:35 PM
Wipe it off your face but your eyes won't hide it

Bruce Springsteen - Brilliant Disguise (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idnJnjV_8rg#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Apr 04, 2013, 06:49 PM
Bruce Springsteen-Empty Sky (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mun4djRPris#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Apr 14, 2013, 11:22 AM
Bruce Springsteen - Drive All Night (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8qpTL1wxGQ#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Apr 14, 2013, 09:44 PM
Pones Pones Pones

Bruce Springsteen - Pony Boy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyyojnuhJIU#)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Penny Lane on Apr 15, 2013, 10:26 AM
Quote from: Jackets N Pones on Apr 14, 2013, 11:22 AM
Bruce Springsteen - Drive All Night (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8qpTL1wxGQ#ws)

LOVE LOVE LOVE....i've been obsessed with this song for months..thank you..
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 15, 2013, 12:29 PM
I've posted this one before, but it's so nice I had to post it twice!  :wink: 

Without question one of my favorite live Bruce moments ever, and fortunately for me I've been there to witness some great ones. This request of Higher and Higher  was amazing. The video is great, and I wish it captured the energy in the whole Spectrum as well as it does the band's. The place was rocking all the way to the rafters,and when they "took it higher" it was one of those moments me and anyone there will never forget. :beer:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DytO5K0rPu8 (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DytO5K0rPu8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 09, 2013, 02:59 PM
Great "flashback" article in Rolling Stone. Talks about Bruce doing albums at the end of the 09 tour, and how he did WIESS and The River at MSG. Including a video of NYC Serenede that closes the WIESS album. An absolute masterful performance, and really wish I knew my forum friends here then as I was lucky enough to be at both of these shows, with an extra ticket taboot!

They totally nailed both of these albums, but WIESS was just amazing,IMO. I think by the smile on Bruce's face at the end of this video he knows they nailed it!

Funny note on the a-hole holding the NYC Serenede sign at the end. This joker continued to hold that sign up for the rest of the show, blocking people's views even after it had been played!  :rolleyes: we were like dude put it fucking down. Just because it was really nice doesn't mean he's gonna do it twice!  :wink: hell, he only did it a handful of times in many years.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/videos/flashback-bruce-springsteen-resurrects-new-york-city-serenade-20130509#ixzz2SopVAzZG (http://www.rollingstone.com/music/videos/flashback-bruce-springsteen-resurrects-new-york-city-serenade-20130509#ixzz2SopVAzZG)
Title: Springsteen
Post by: Fully on May 09, 2013, 03:13 PM
Eric, Did you see where the Boss performed Wages of Sin for the first time ever the other night in Finland? Glide magazine's Hidden Track covered it a couple of days ago. Also, I saw at the same site that they without warning played Born to Run in its entirety in Stockholm. Pretty lucky crowds for both shows.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 09, 2013, 03:34 PM
Quote from: Fully on May 09, 2013, 03:13 PM
Eric, Did you see where the Boss performed Wages of Sin for the first time ever the other night in Finland? Glide magazine's Hidden Track covered it a couple of days ago. Also, I saw at the same site that they without warning played Born to Run in its entirety in Stockholm. Pretty lucky crowds for both shows.

Yep, I did,  and thanks for the heads up in case I didn't.  :beer: I love that he does shit like that, and anytime he plays something off "Tracks" is fine by me.  :thumbsup: he's gone back to doing albums at some shows,and has done Darkness too. I'd expect BITUSA to be next. I was lucky to catch five different albums in 09, and a few of them more than once. (Once for BITUSA would've been more than enough for me)

Here is Wages if you haven't checked it out :

http://consequenceofsound.net/2013/05/watch-bruce-springsteen-play-wages-of-sin-live-for-the-first-time-ever/ (http://consequenceofsound.net/2013/05/watch-bruce-springsteen-play-wages-of-sin-live-for-the-first-time-ever/)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: SaraBananaBear on May 16, 2013, 02:35 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 15, 2013, 10:26 AM
Quote from: Jackets N Pones on Apr 14, 2013, 11:22 AM
Bruce Springsteen - Drive All Night (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8qpTL1wxGQ#ws)

LOVE LOVE LOVE....i've been obsessed with this song for months..thank you..

So good, so good! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on May 18, 2013, 07:44 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxVu41Vsthg# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxVu41Vsthg#)




Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 18, 2013, 08:15 PM
Nice bump JNP.   :thumbsup:  :beer:

Here's one of my faves, and a bit of a rarity. I've been fortunate to catch it a couple of times, and it's always a nice treat.  :cool:

Code Of Silence:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JJlPtIdpV7s (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JJlPtIdpV7s)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 21, 2013, 09:09 PM
The best part of Born In The USA being so popular for me was the amount of singles it produced. Not for the singles themselves, but for the B sides.

Here's a couple of goodies:

The B side to I'm On Fire - Johnny Bye Bye:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=B7jEaAONaSQ (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=B7jEaAONaSQ)

And BITUSA's B side - Shut Out The Light:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HZUnWpf8qLg (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HZUnWpf8qLg)

It wouldn't be a proper B side post without the B side to Cover Me  :wink:

Jersey Girl:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=related&v=Cmmq2GKEzT8 (http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=related&v=Cmmq2GKEzT8)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on May 22, 2013, 09:43 AM
The B sides off of BIUSA were probably among the best B sides Bruce ever put out for any album.

I just to buy all of the Bruce 45's just for the B sides.

Glad to still have 'em.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 22, 2013, 07:57 PM
Quote from: headhunter on May 22, 2013, 09:43 AM
The B sides off of BIUSA were probably among the best B sides Bruce ever put out for any album.

I just to buy all of the Bruce 45's just for the B sides.

Glad to still have 'em.

I hear ya Jeff, and totally agree about the quality of BITUSA's B sides. :cool: I bought all  of the singles for the B sides too.  :grin: :thumbsup: I used to have a 90 minute cassette of just B sides, and I wore that sucker out. :wink:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on May 23, 2013, 01:51 PM
this will certainly be occupying one of my night's this july!!

http://brucespringsteen.net/news/2013/springsteen-i-documentary-coming-july-22 (http://brucespringsteen.net/news/2013/springsteen-i-documentary-coming-july-22)

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 23, 2013, 10:33 PM
Quote from: headhunter on May 23, 2013, 01:51 PM
this will certainly be occupying one of my night's this july!!

http://brucespringsteen.net/news/2013/springsteen-i-documentary-coming-july-22 (http://brucespringsteen.net/news/2013/springsteen-i-documentary-coming-july-22)

That looks great Jeff. Here's a trailer I came across. ( I was at that Philly Spectrum show with the Elvis impersonator)  :grin:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=HVQUeCi9V0s&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Ffeature%3Dplayer_embedded%26v%3DHVQUeCi9V0s (http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=HVQUeCi9V0s&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Ffeature%3Dplayer_embedded%26v%3DHVQUeCi9V0s)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 31, 2013, 07:55 PM
A little Fire for a Friday night.   :beer:



http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8BVfBrs2rZM (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8BVfBrs2rZM)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jul 11, 2013, 07:24 PM
Rome got treated to one helluva show tonight! Tons of goodies, and the whole 2nd side of The Wild, Innocent, and E Street Shuffle! 

Sure hope this tour continues beyond Europe, and Rio, and we'll get some fall shows stateside. This type of show screams for a US encore!!! :beer:



Start: 20:51

1. Spirit in the Night
2. My Love Will Not Let You Down
3. Badlands
4. Death to My Hometown
5. Roulette
6. Lucky Town
7. Summertime Blues (sign)
8. Stand On It (sign)
9. Working on the Highway
10. Candy's Room (sign) (Bruce let crowd choose between two signs: Candy and Brilliant, chose Candy)
11. She's the One w/ Mona intro
12. Brilliant Disguise
13. Kitty's Back
14. Incident on 57th Street
15. Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)
16. NYC Serenade    :thumbsup: with Rome Symphony Strings   :cool:
17. Shackled And Drawn
18. Darlington county
19. Bobby Jean
20. Waitin' on a Sunny Day
21. The rising
22. Land of hope and dreams

E

23. Born in the USA
24. Born to Run
25. Dancing in the Dark
26. 10th Avenue Freeze-out
27. Twist and Shout
28. Shout
29. Thunder Road (Solo acoustic)

End time 0:15
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jul 12, 2013, 07:35 AM
And here it is. NYC Serenede in full from Rome. Beautifully done, and one of Bruce's Holy Grail tunes that doesn't get played very often. Pretty  sure the last time was at MSG in Nov.09 during the whole album WIESS show. This song closing the album that night got one of the loudest ovations I've ever seen any of his songs get. It's amazing to me they played this to such a large, festival type audience. :cool:  Fantastic job by the Rome Symphony Strings, and love all their smiles during the ending.  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:  :beer:

Edit to say this was only the 8th time NYCS was played since 1975, and 4th since 1999. Pretty rare live performance considering the large amount of shows played since 1975, and especially the amount played in the 2000's.  :cool:



http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VRN_IlIy7g0&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DVRN_IlIy7g0 (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VRN_IlIy7g0&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DVRN_IlIy7g0)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Jul 24, 2013, 07:05 PM
Did anyone see the "Springsteen and I" film in theaters earlier this week?  If so, what did you think?  I'm trying to figure out whether or not to go next week.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Jul 24, 2013, 08:50 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Jul 24, 2013, 07:05 PM
Did anyone see the "Springsteen and I" film in theaters earlier this week?  If so, what did you think?  I'm trying to figure out whether or not to go next week.

I haven't yet Jon, but plan on doing so.  :thumbsup: I'm also hoping for a heads up on it. :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 06, 2013, 10:56 PM
This one's for Christine.  :beer:

County Fair:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QqPO2ayX738&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DQqPO2ayX738 (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QqPO2ayX738&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DQqPO2ayX738)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: weeniebeenie on Sep 09, 2013, 08:07 AM
Just got my Springsteen tix in he mail today! Can't wait till next year.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Sep 10, 2013, 11:00 AM
I just watched bruces keynote speech at SXSW 2012. its pretty  :thumbsup: and im gonna use it for a paper i have to write in a comm class.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 08:30 PM
Quote from: e_wind on Sep 10, 2013, 11:00 AM
I just watched bruces keynote speech at SXSW 2012. its pretty  :thumbsup: and im gonna use it for a paper i have to write in a comm class.

That really is one heck of a good speech.  :thumbsup:  Bruce is a great writer, and public speaker, and really does shine in spots like that, IMO.

If you can ever find a transcript of the eulogy he gave for Clarence Clemons that would be another one worth checking out.  He had the great line I'll never forget: "Clarence didn't leave the band when he died, he leaves when we die."  :cool:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink:  :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Sep 11, 2013, 11:45 PM

Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink: :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

/waving/

Hey guys! I'm going to be in NYC the very next weekend! It would be awesome if we could arrange a meet up, eh?  :rolleyes:   :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 10:55 AM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 11, 2013, 11:45 PM

Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink: :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

/waving/

Hey guys! I'm going to be in NYC the very next weekend! It would be awesome if we could arrange a meet up, eh?  :rolleyes:   :beer:


Damn! You know I'd be up for that, but I'll be in Philly for a couple of shows that Friday, and Saturday. Touch base with me on your plans and maybe there's some time in there where we could meet up.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Sep 12, 2013, 11:19 AM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 11, 2013, 11:45 PM

Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink: :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

/waving/

Hey guys! I'm going to be in NYC the very next weekend! It would be awesome if we could arrange a meet up, eh?  :rolleyes:   :beer:

Hey Chris - what days will you be here?  I'm out of commission on Sat 9/21 visiting a college w my son but may be free on Friday.

Would love to see you.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Sep 12, 2013, 11:21 AM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink:  :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

what time will you be getting to nyc?   any extra tix?


Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 11:46 AM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 10:55 AM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 11, 2013, 11:45 PM

Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink: :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

/waving/

Hey guys! I'm going to be in NYC the very next weekend! It would be awesome if we could arrange a meet up, eh?  :rolleyes:   :beer:


Damn! You know I'd be up for that, but I'll be in Philly for a couple of shows that Friday, and Saturday. Touch base with me on your plans and maybe there's some time in there where we could meet up.  :beer:

Eric, you're going to be in Philly that Saturday, the 12th? I AM TOO! And so is Ruckus, we're going to see Wolf People at Ortlieb's that night, and with the Philly guys too. We definitely need to meet up for beers or dinner or something. I'll get to Philly at about 2 in the afternoon, I think.

Jeff, I am going to be in NYC the next day for another Wolf People show at the Mercury Lounge, and Rich is going too! Hope you're free to meet up, and maybe even go to the show if you're up for that.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:21 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 12, 2013, 11:21 AM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink:  :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

what time will you be getting to nyc?   any extra tix?

I'm not 100% sure yet Jeff, but probably late afternoon/dinner time. I'll have the afternoon off, and can probably get there whenever needed. Doesn't look good on the extra ticket though, but if something changes, I'll definitely let you know. I'll be in touch either way.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:26 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 11:46 AM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 10:55 AM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 11, 2013, 11:45 PM

Quote from: ericm on Sep 11, 2013, 11:08 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Sep 11, 2013, 09:41 PM
an appropriate place for me to chime in that  ......

i miss u eric, been way too long.  need to catch a show with you before year end!!

Same here Jeff, and it has been too long. Bruce not giving us any summer/fall shows this year hasn't helped. 

We'll definitely catch a show somewhere before the year is out!   :beer: 

I'll be up in NYC on Friday 10/4 at the Beacon for Steely Dan........ :: hint, hint ::  :wink: :wink:

If you're around maybe we can grab a beer after you get off work.

/waving/

Hey guys! I'm going to be in NYC the very next weekend! It would be awesome if we could arrange a meet up, eh?  :rolleyes:   :beer:


Damn! You know I'd be up for that, but I'll be in Philly for a couple of shows that Friday, and Saturday. Touch base with me on your plans and maybe there's some time in there where we could meet up.  :beer:

Eric, you're going to be in Philly that Saturday, the 12th? I AM TOO! And so is Ruckus, we're going to see Wolf People at Ortlieb's that night, and with the Philly guys too. We definitely need to meet up for beers or dinner or something. I'll get to Philly at about 2 in the afternoon, I think.

Jeff, I am going to be in NYC the next day for another Wolf People show at the Mercury Lounge, and Rich is going too! Hope you're free to meet up, and maybe even go to the show if you're up for that.

Sounds like a plan Chris! I'll actually be outside the city in Glenside, and either staying over Friday night, or coming back Saturday. Either way, I won't be far from Philly,and we'll definitely have to meet up that Saturday some time.   :beer: I'll keep you posted, and looking forward to a Grakers.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 12:38 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:26 PM
Sounds like a plan Chris! I'll actually be outside the city in Glenside, and either staying over Friday night, or coming back Saturday. Either way, I won't be far from Philly,and we'll definitely have to meet up that Saturday some time.   :beer: I'll keep you posted, and looking forward to a Grakers.   :thumbsup:

Fantastic, looking forward to a Grakers or three, my friend!  :cheesy:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 01:02 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 12:38 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:26 PM
Sounds like a plan Chris! I'll actually be outside the city in Glenside, and either staying over Friday night, or coming back Saturday. Either way, I won't be far from Philly,and we'll definitely have to meet up that Saturday some time.   :beer: I'll keep you posted, and looking forward to a Grakers.   :thumbsup:

Fantastic, looking forward to a Grakers or three, my friend!  :cheesy:

:cool:  The Keswick Theater in Glenside and Ortlieb's are only 15 or so miles apart, and about a 1/2 an hour, so it's definitely on!  :thumbsup: 

I'll be seeing Steve Hackett, and a few of us are having a meet up with him. I'm just not sure if that's going to be pre or post show. Last time it was both. Once I find  out the time, I'll let you know, and we'll figure something out. Are you staying in Philly Saturday night after your show?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 01:12 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 01:02 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 12:38 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:26 PM
Sounds like a plan Chris! I'll actually be outside the city in Glenside, and either staying over Friday night, or coming back Saturday. Either way, I won't be far from Philly,and we'll definitely have to meet up that Saturday some time.   :beer: I'll keep you posted, and looking forward to a Grakers.   :thumbsup:

Fantastic, looking forward to a Grakers or three, my friend!  :cheesy:

:cool:  The Keswick Theater in Glenside and Ortlieb's are only 15 or so miles apart, and about a 1/2 an hour, so it's definitely on!  :thumbsup: 

I'll be seeing Steve Hackett, and a few of us are having a meet up with him. I'm just not sure if that's going to be pre or post show. Last time it was both. Once I find  out the time, I'll let you know, and we'll figure something out. Are you staying in Philly Saturday night after your show?

Steve Hackett, awesome! I am staying in Philly that night, so whichever way works for you, and it is on.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 03:39 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 01:12 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 01:02 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Sep 12, 2013, 12:38 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 12:26 PM
Sounds like a plan Chris! I'll actually be outside the city in Glenside, and either staying over Friday night, or coming back Saturday. Either way, I won't be far from Philly,and we'll definitely have to meet up that Saturday some time.   :beer: I'll keep you posted, and looking forward to a Grakers.   :thumbsup:

Fantastic, looking forward to a Grakers or three, my friend!  :cheesy:

:cool:  The Keswick Theater in Glenside and Ortlieb's are only 15 or so miles apart, and about a 1/2 an hour, so it's definitely on!  :thumbsup: 

I'll be seeing Steve Hackett, and a few of us are having a meet up with him. I'm just not sure if that's going to be pre or post show. Last time it was both. Once I find  out the time, I'll let you know, and we'll figure something out. Are you staying in Philly Saturday night after your show?

Steve Hackett, awesome! I am staying in Philly that night, so whichever way works for you, and it is on.

That's great man. I'll be in touch as soon as I know our meet up with Steve plans. It'll probably be close to the show date, but at least we have the option of pre/post show to grab those Grakers!   :grin:  Looking forward to it.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 04:43 PM
I've been getting into Springsteen heavy over the past few months.  I really think Jim gushing about him had something to do with it.  I took out Springsteen and E Street Band Live: 1975-1985 from the library last week and have been bumping that in my car ever since.   With this unseasonably warm weather the past few days, windows down cruising has been ever better.  Gotta make it to a show one of these days
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 05:39 PM
Quote from: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 04:43 PM
I've been getting into Springsteen heavy over the past few months.  I really think Jim gushing about him had something to do with it.  I took out Springsteen and E Street Band Live: 1975-1985 from the library last week and have been bumping that in my car ever since.   With this unseasonably warm weather the past few days, windows down cruising has been ever better.  Gotta make it to a show one of these days

Way to go Murph!  :cool:

Born To Run is always a good cruising album  too. So is Darkness, and The River, and......ahhh hell, might as well just start at the beginning with Greetings, and then one of my all time faves  in The Wild, Innocent, and E St.Shuffle. Although that one is more of a party type, hanging with your lady type of album for me. It's cool for cruising too, but I'd rather be hanging out for that one if you coach my drift.  :wink:

Nothing on the horizon as far as any US tour dates,but rumor is there's another album in the works, and combined with Bruce loving to tour, I think we'll see some shows in 2014. I'll be sure to keep the board posted as soon as I hear anything official. You should definitely check out a show if you can.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 06:41 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 12, 2013, 05:39 PM
Quote from: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 04:43 PM
I've been getting into Springsteen heavy over the past few months.  I really think Jim gushing about him had something to do with it.  I took out Springsteen and E Street Band Live: 1975-1985 from the library last week and have been bumping that in my car ever since.   With this unseasonably warm weather the past few days, windows down cruising has been ever better.  Gotta make it to a show one of these days

Way to go Murph!  :cool:

Born To Run is always a good cruising album  too. So is Darkness, and The River, and......ahhh hell, might as well just start at the beginning with Greetings, and then one of my all time faves  in The Wild, Innocent, and E St.Shuffle. Although that one is more of a party type, hanging with your lady type of album for me. It's cool for cruising too, but I'd rather be hanging out for that one if you coach my drift.  :wink:

Nothing on the horizon as far as any US tour dates,but rumor is there's another album in the works, and combined with Bruce loving to tour, I think we'll see some shows in 2014. I'll be sure to keep the board posted as soon as I hear anything official. You should definitely check out a show if you can.

Yea, I mean I was always relatively a fan.  Obviously, Born To Run is a classic album.  The only other two albums I owned though were Darkness and Wild, Innocent.  Both of which I love, so its weird that I just now am starting to really dig deeper.  You're right though, WIESS has always felt like a raucous, party type album.  It's always felt like a live album to me.  I think it was the 40th anniversary of that album this week.  As far as shows go, I imagine its damn near impossible to get general public on sale tickets.  Does he have some sort of lottery system like Pearl Jam or what?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 13, 2013, 05:18 PM
Quote from: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 06:41 PM
Yea, I mean I was always relatively a fan.  Obviously, Born To Run is a classic album.  The only other two albums I owned though were Darkness and Wild, Innocent.  Both of which I love, so its weird that I just now am starting to really dig deeper.  You're right though, WIESS has always felt like a raucous, party type album.  It's always felt like a live album to me.  I think it was the 40th anniversary of that album this week.  As far as shows go, I imagine its damn near impossible to get general public on sale tickets.  Does he have some sort of lottery system like Pearl Jam or what?

Actually Murph, while some shows can be a tough ticket, others aren't all that hard to get. Stadium shows aren't all that tough while arenas such as MSG are really hard tix to score. It really depends on the city, how often he comes through there, week day vs weekend, and are there other shows in cities close by.

He does have a lottery, but not for purchasing tix. His lottery is for people who score ga tix. He has two ga areas, a front "pit' and then the rest of the floor behind that. His lottery is for that front pit. The procedure to try for that is you show up to the venue in the afternoon between posted times. Usually around 1:00- 4:00/4:30 and you get a numbered wristband. At around 4:30-5:00 they have a drawing and the number picked is the first one let in, and then they line people up in consecutive order. It depends on venue fire codes, but indoor arenas usually have 350-500 people in the pit. If the # drawn is say 200, then they go in first, a followed by 201, 202, etc, until they hit the max number allowed. 199 would be the last person in.

He does this in the US to give everyone an even shot at the pit,while also eliminating people lining up hours, or even days in advance. It isn't first come first served.

When the next tour is announced, give me a shout about what show your interested in, and if you want  ga and to try for the pit, I'll get the ga/lottery info for you once that show's info is released.  Your best bet for scoring tix at the onsale,IMO is pretty much the same as any other band. I am usually on the phone as well as online with fingers crossed, and hoping one of those comes though.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Sep 15, 2013, 01:24 PM
Quote from: ericm on Sep 13, 2013, 05:18 PM
Quote from: Murph on Sep 12, 2013, 06:41 PM
Yea, I mean I was always relatively a fan.  Obviously, Born To Run is a classic album.  The only other two albums I owned though were Darkness and Wild, Innocent.  Both of which I love, so its weird that I just now am starting to really dig deeper.  You're right though, WIESS has always felt like a raucous, party type album.  It's always felt like a live album to me.  I think it was the 40th anniversary of that album this week.  As far as shows go, I imagine its damn near impossible to get general public on sale tickets.  Does he have some sort of lottery system like Pearl Jam or what?

Actually Murph, while some shows can be a tough ticket, others aren't all that hard to get. Stadium shows aren't all that tough while arenas such as MSG are really hard tix to score. It really depends on the city, how often he comes through there, week day vs weekend, and are there other shows in cities close by.

He does have a lottery, but not for purchasing tix. His lottery is for people who score ga tix. He has two ga areas, a front "pit' and then the rest of the floor behind that. His lottery is for that front pit. The procedure to try for that is you show up to the venue in the afternoon between posted times. Usually around 1:00- 4:00/4:30 and you get a numbered wristband. At around 4:30-5:00 they have a drawing and the number picked is the first one let in, and then they line people up in consecutive order. It depends on venue fire codes, but indoor arenas usually have 350-500 people in the pit. If the # drawn is say 200, then they go in first, a followed by 201, 202, etc, until they hit the max number allowed. 199 would be the last person in.

He does this in the US to give everyone an even shot at the pit,while also eliminating people lining up hours, or even days in advance. It isn't first come first served.

When the next tour is announced, give me a shout about what show your interested in, and if you want  ga and to try for the pit, I'll get the ga/lottery info for you once that show's info is released.  Your best bet for scoring tix at the onsale,IMO is pretty much the same as any other band. I am usually on the phone as well as online with fingers crossed, and hoping one of those comes though.

That's pretty cool the way he does that. It seems to be as fair as possible.  Thanks for all the info though. 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 15, 2013, 03:04 PM
Yeah Murph, it is. It can be nerve wracking though. I'm usually a reserved seat kind of guy, but the few times I did ga, I made in into the pit twice out of 5-6 tries. Once the lottery # is drawn, you have to lineup right then, with no leaving the line. It can be a bit of a wait sometimes, but then other times they take you into the lobby, or outside concourse of the arena, and you can get to hear the Soundcheck. Once the Soundcheck is done, they walk you slowly in order onto the floor. This is usually done by 6:30 or so, so you still have a two hour wait for the show to start. It's well worth the wait though if you're in  that pit, no question!  :thumbsup: the energy is amazing, and really where you want to be,IMO.

The times I didn't get in the pit,I either went back to the hotel, bar, or went for dinner, and went in just before doors like I would if I  had a reserved seat. Went to hang by the soundboard where there was more room, as that back floor can get pretty crowded too.

The only way I would hang around if I missed the pit would be if my number was close enough to be the first ones let in after the pit, and I could get on the 2nd rail. That's a prime spot as well. Bruce comes back there often, and there's usually a platform there for him too. Unfortunately, the times I didn't make the pit I was no where near being able to get that spot.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Tired Eyes on Oct 09, 2013, 12:05 PM
Next month Glen Hansard will release an EP that includes a studio version of Drive All Night.  Jake Clemons and Eddie Vedder are among those helping out on that track.  More info below.

http://www.shopradiocast.com/products/Glen-Hansard-%252d-Drive-All-Night-EP-12%22.html (http://www.shopradiocast.com/products/Glen-Hansard-%252d-Drive-All-Night-EP-12%22.html)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 25, 2013, 09:35 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Jul 24, 2013, 07:05 PM
Did anyone see the "Springsteen and I" film in theaters earlier this week?  If so, what did you think?  I'm trying to figure out whether or not to go next week.

The Springsteen and I doc is on Showtime tonight at 9:00 pm Eastern.  :cool:

Thanks to Sassbox for the heads up.  :thumbsup:  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Oct 26, 2013, 07:27 PM
So glad I had that on dvr, and could fast forward so I  didn't have to sit through the whole thing. Not exactly a must see,IMO. Kinda cheesy, and definitely a bit creepy at points.

A documentary about fans, with fans submitting their thoughts, feelings, experiences, etc. It seemed a bit disjointed to me with nothing really tying it all together. Just mostly a bunch of self submitted recordings strung together. There were a couple of good parts, but for the most part I didn't like it.

I'd imagine anyone who's not a big Bruce fan would have no interest in seeing this, and even a lot of big fans will be turned off by it. Selfishly, I don't need to see or hear some of these people's take on Bruce's impact on their lives. Especially the really creepy ones.  :rolleyes: It would be one thing if it highlighted his generosity, or some of his philanthropic endeavors, but that's not what this movie is at all.

:: searches for the thumbs down smiley:;
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 01, 2013, 12:46 PM
Pro shot video released from the Leeds show in July. Definitely a song on my bucket list, and glad he played it for the first time in over a decade, and released it too. :thumbsup:  :cool:

Local Hero


http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ELEGhf7dMJw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DELEGhf7dMJw (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ELEGhf7dMJw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DELEGhf7dMJw)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: harmonic89 on Nov 05, 2013, 03:24 AM

For web browsing, great for myself and many other people and the other is a web that many people like to get new ideas.
Title: Springsteen
Post by: Fully on Nov 05, 2013, 06:24 AM
Quote from: harmonic89 on Nov 05, 2013, 03:24 AM

For web browsing, great for myself and many other people and the other is a web that many people like to get new ideas.
http://youtu.be/A4xczf1t7Ao
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 05, 2013, 12:24 PM
Quote from: Fully on Nov 05, 2013, 06:24 AM
Quote from: harmonic89 on Nov 05, 2013, 03:24 AM

For web browsing, great for myself and many other people and the other is a web that many people like to get new ideas.
http://youtu.be/A4xczf1t7Ao (http://youtu.be/A4xczf1t7Ao)


Yeah I was a bit confused there myself, and went searching for a head scratching smiley.   :wink: I thought I posted a bunk link, but it works for me, so I guess we'll have to wait, and see if harmonica comes back, and fills us in on what that was all about. :grin:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: Fully on Nov 05, 2013, 01:56 PM
I watched Springsteen & Me on Sunday afternoon, EricM. I thought of you the entire movie.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 05, 2013, 03:54 PM
Quote from: Fully on Nov 05, 2013, 01:56 PM
I watched Springsteen & Me on Sunday afternoon, EricM. I thought of you the entire movie.

Well thank you very much.  :beer: I'm going to take that as a compliment in spite of there being some ultra creepy, over the top, cheesy Bruce fans in that doc.  :wink:   :grin:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Nov 25, 2013, 04:54 PM
Bruce Springsteen - High Hopes (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOPDhoZH91g#ws)

Heard this on WFUV this morning and am loving it!  Apparently Tom Morello is featured pretty prominently on the new album coming out
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Nov 25, 2013, 05:58 PM
High Hopes tracklisting:

1. High Hopes (Tim Scott McConnell) - featuring Tom Morello
2. Harry's Place * - featuring Tom Morello
3. American Skin (41 Shots) - featuring Tom Morello
4. Just Like Fire Would (Chris J. Bailey) - featuring Tom Morello
5. Down In The Hole *
6. Heaven's Wall ** - featuring Tom Morello
7. Frankie Fell In Love
8. This Is Your Sword
9. Hunter Of Invisible Game * - featuring Tom Morello
10. The Ghost of Tom Joad - duet with Tom Morello
11. The Wall
12. Dream Baby Dream (Martin Rev and Alan Vega) - featuring Tom Morello

All songs written by Bruce Springsteen except as noted
Album produced by Ron Aniello with Bruce Springsteen
*Produced by Brendan O'Brien
**Produced by Brendan O'Brien, co-produced by Ron Aniello with Bruce Springsteen
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Nov 25, 2013, 07:43 PM
Definitely diggin the new track also. :thumbsup:

Very cool to see Morello featured on so many tunes. It gives me high hopes (pun intended) for a sweet, guitar driven, rockin, new album! :cool:

Release date is Jan.14th    :beer:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 06, 2014, 10:02 AM

Springsteen's new one is streaming now.

High Hopes stream

http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2014/01/05/bruce_springsteen_new_album_high_hopes_stream_it_now_via_cbs_and_soundcloud.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 09, 2014, 12:52 PM
Sounds like we'll be getting some US tour dates announced this week. :thumbsup:

Stay tuned.........

:: has HH cued up on speed dial ::  :wink:

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 09, 2014, 08:26 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 09, 2014, 12:52 PM
Sounds like we'll be getting some US tour dates announced this week. :thumbsup:

Stay tuned.........

:: has HH cued up on speed dial ::  :wink:

Great news!  With no MMJ shows on the horizon, a Bruce tour is probably my best chance of running into you.   Hope we get to do another show together this time.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 09, 2014, 08:39 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 09, 2014, 08:26 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 09, 2014, 12:52 PM
Sounds like we'll be getting some US tour dates announced this week. :thumbsup:

Stay tuned.........

:: has HH cued up on speed dial ::  :wink:

Great news!  With no MMJ shows on the horizon, a Bruce tour is probably my best chance of running into you.   Hope we get to do another show together this time.

Haha. Just said this to Headhunter.  :grin: some Bruce to carry us into MMJ.  :thumbsup:

We'll definitely do at least another show, I'm sure. I've heard some Florida shows are on the horizon, and maybe Texas too, but gonna wait til the official announcement to map out a road trip. :wink:  Philly will be a definite for me whenever that is, but I'm always looking for a reason to get down to Florida.   :grin: hoping for Tampa or Orlando or both!

I'll be sure to post when some official dates are announced.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 09, 2014, 10:13 PM
I'm sure this is what will finally inspire me to listen to the new album.  After how much I liked Wrecking Ball, I've been very unenthused about this one after learning that it was a random assortment of stuff. 

Also, with how much I dislike "Mary's Place" I'm not real eager to hear what "Harry's Place" is about.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 10, 2014, 09:14 AM
I'm hearing some mid-west dates will be announced by tomorrow.

No NY/NJ dates yet but that shouldn't last long.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 09:30 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 10, 2014, 09:14 AM
I'm hearing some mid-west dates will be announced by tomorrow.

No NY/NJ dates yet but that shouldn't last long.

I heard similar,and also some shows down South. I"m not into posting rumors but info I was told was South,Midwest in April/May with East and West coast shows June-August. Hoping we at least get a couple of East Coast dates in the Spring cause that'll mean arenas. :thumbsup: if not, it looks like I'll be hitting the road for a couple.  :wink:

It seems some venues have already leaked on sale dates; Raleigh,Atlanta, Nashville.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 10:35 AM
Here's the dates so far, with more to come I'm sure:

4/8 – Cincinnati, OH – U.S. Bank Arena
On-sale 10am February 21 – ticketmaster.com

4/12 – Virginia Beach, VA – Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
On-sale 10am February 21 – ticketmaster.com

4/15 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
On-sale 10am February 21 – ticketmaster.com

4/17 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
On-sale 10am February 15 – ticketmaster.com

4/19 – Charlotte, NC – Time Warner Cable Arena
On-sale 10am February 21 – ticketmaster.com

4/22 – Pittsburgh, PA – Consol Energy Center
On-sale 10am February 14 – ticketmaster.com

4/24 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena
On-sale 10am February 21 – ticketmaster.com

4/26 – Atlanta, GA – Aaron's Amphitheatre at Lakewood
On-sale 10am February 15 – ticketmaster.com

4/29 – Sunrise, FL – BB&T Center
On-sale 10am February 15 – ticketmaster.com

5/1 – Tampa, FL – MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
On-sale 10am February 15 – ticketmaster.com

5/3 – New Orleans, LA – Jazz & Heritage Festival
On-sale now – nojazzfest.com

5/6 – Houston, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
On-sale 10am February 28 – ticketmaster.com

5/13 – Albany, NY – Times Union Center
On-sale 10am February 14 – ticketmaster.com

5/14 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
On-sale 10am February 14 – ticketmaster.com

5/17 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun
On-sale 10am February 14 – ticketmaster.com

5/18 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun
On-sale 10am February 14 – ticketmaster.com
Title: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 10:47 AM
What do Springsteen ticket prices tend to run?  Never seen him.


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Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 10:50 AM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 10:47 AM
What do Springsteen ticket prices tend to run?  Never seen him.


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He usually keeps the face at $98 for all seats, but I've heard there might be tiered pricing this tour. I'll look into that,and let you know.

Well worth the hundo,IMO. Shows will run at least three hours with no intermission.

Edit to say there is tiered pricing, and top ticket has gone up. At least for the one new show listed on TM as of now.

Hershey Pa is $48,$64, and $118 before fees.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: parkervb on Feb 10, 2014, 11:40 AM
Virginia Beach getting some love!!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: e_wind on Feb 10, 2014, 12:13 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 10:47 AM
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I saw him for the first time last year and bought my tickets at the show. I ended up being behind the stage and still had a blast. In fact, the floor was PACKED and looked like one big panic attack. So what I'm saying is that its probably worth it to go and get cheaper tickets if you feel you dont wanna spend 100+
Title: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 01:21 PM
Thanks as always, guys!


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Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 01:38 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 01:21 PM
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You got it John.  :beer:

I'm hearing more dates to come including some in the Midwest, so let's wait, and see how that plays out. Maybe we can catch one together, as I've never seen him play in the Midwest.  Chicago maybe, or even closer to you if one is announced? Fingers crossed. It'll be good to see ya, and catch up.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Feb 10, 2014, 01:51 PM
Houston 5/6 - I'll be there!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Feb 10, 2014, 01:56 PM
Excellent news to wake up to.  I'll be aiming for this Albany show, and hopefully one at the Garden will be announced
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 02:02 PM
Quote from: Murph on Feb 10, 2014, 01:56 PM
Excellent news to wake up to.  I'll be aiming for this Albany show, and hopefully one at the Garden will be announced

There you go Murph. :thumbsup:

Pretty sure there will be MSG dates, and possibly Prudential Center in Newark, and maybe even Barclays. I doubt they'd all be around the same time but rather some early,and the others at the end of the tour in the fall. Word is some more spring shows are possible but working on scheduling with NBA/NHL venues. Hopefully, but we'll see how that plays out.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 02:19 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 01:38 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 01:21 PM
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You got it John.  :beer:

I'm hearing more dates to come including some in the Midwest, so let's wait, and see how that plays out. Maybe we can catch one together, as I've never seen him play in the Midwest.  Chicago maybe, or even closer to you if one is announced? Fingers crossed. It'll be good to see ya, and catch up.
If I ever lose my Springsteen virginity, I'd love to have you and/or Jeff along for the ride!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 03:59 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 02:19 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 10, 2014, 01:38 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Feb 10, 2014, 01:21 PM
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You got it John.  :beer:

I'm hearing more dates to come including some in the Midwest, so let's wait, and see how that plays out. Maybe we can catch one together, as I've never seen him play in the Midwest.  Chicago maybe, or even closer to you if one is announced? Fingers crossed. It'll be good to see ya, and catch up.
If I ever lose my Springsteen virginity, I'd love to have you and/or Jeff along for the ride!

Count me in.  :thumbsup: hopefully they'll be a date, and show that'll work for all three of us, and we can pop that cherry this year.   :beer: 
Title: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Feb 10, 2014, 11:41 PM
Definitely going to the Nashville show and maybe Atlanta. Going to try for GA. How fast does it usually sell out?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 11, 2014, 06:58 AM
Quote from: TheThird on Feb 10, 2014, 11:41 PM
Definitely going to the Nashville show and maybe Atlanta. Going to try for GA. How fast does it usually sell out?

Ga's will go quick for both I would think.  The rest I'm not sure for these two. I know he's played Atlanta on close to every tour, but not sure the last time he played Nashville. That one might sell quick because it's been a while, or it just might not be a hot ticket at all, and that's why he's not been there often. Is there a buzz down there for the show? That's usually the best indicator. My thinking is Atlanta ga's will go quick because there's not that many, and those will all be in the pit but Nashville might take a bit longer because it's a bigger ga section.If they went on sale at the same time, and I was trying for both, I'd go for Atlanta pit ga's first. I think if you were just looking to get in the door, you shouldn't have trouble for either show. 

Bruce usually holds some nice tix back at the on sale to keep away from scalpers,and releases them in the days leading up to the show. So if you don't get something you like right at the on sale, don't just grab a shitty seat unless you'd be ok sitting there. Wait it out, and more times than not, faith will be rewarded! I've gotten some of the best seats ever many times a day or two before the show. The only shows I ever just take any ticket is MSG because they're usually gone in a heartbeat, and he doesn't always re-release tix for those shows. Some yes, but not always, and even then it's not many.

Keep in mind that Bruce has a lottery system in the US for his ga entry, and it's not a 1st come 1st served thing like an MMJ show.  If you do ga, let me know, and I'll be happy to forward some info on that, some tips, and help if you have any questions about it. It looks to me like Atlanta ga's will all be in the pit, but Nashville will end up having a front pit, and secondary ga like he has for all US arenas. The lottery will be in place for 1st entry for both, but any pit ga ticket for Atlanta will be great. Nashville you could end up anywhere on the floor depending on the lottery.

Good luck with tix.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 11, 2014, 11:11 AM

Planning on heading up to Albany for the 5/13 show.  Pit tix will be the way to go.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 11, 2014, 11:35 AM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 11, 2014, 11:11 AM

Planning on heading up to Albany for the 5/13 show.  Pit tix will be the way to go.

Nice.  :cool:  :thumbsup:

I'm planning on Tampa, and I might do Ft.Lauderdale a couple of days before if my work schedule cooperates.  :wink: 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 12, 2014, 07:57 AM
Pretty cool way to open a show Down Under. Nice treat for those fans, and I like the guitar army.  :thumbsup:

Highway To Hell in Perth

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=D3rtFfGmH6Q&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DD3rtFfGmH6Q (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=D3rtFfGmH6Q&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DD3rtFfGmH6Q)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Feb 12, 2014, 12:38 PM
Ericm or Headhunter (or anyone else), have you utilized the new Live Downloads that Bruce is offering?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 12, 2014, 01:10 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Feb 12, 2014, 12:38 PM
Ericm or Headhunter (or anyone else), have you utilized the new Live Downloads that Bruce is offering?

Not yet. I'm waiting for a show I think was a "WOW, I really wish I was at that" and also for the ones I will be going to.

I really haven't heard much about the sound quality if you were wondering, but I know the original $40 wristband thing wasn't too popular. Glad to see they've changed course with this, and are offering other cheaper options.

Here's an official soundcloud release that I believe was taken right from the download so a pretty good idea of the sound quality. Could be better IMO, but still sounds pretty damn good.

For You solo piano from Perth

https://soundcloud.com/brucespringsteen/for-you-perth-02-05-14
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 12, 2014, 01:39 PM
I haven't gone for any of the DL's of the new shows on the Springsteen W/S.  I have so many live shows dating back to '73 and dozens and dozens of Bruce vinyl boots from the 70's/80's, that I have less interest in paying for these newer shows.

Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love being at a Bruce show and like both new and old stuff.  But as far as what has staying power for me and what I will pay to DL, it has to be either unique and special or something from what I consider the "Glory Days".

A show featuring the full live performance of Greetings or Wild or BTR or Darkness would get me to spend my $$ right away.  Or maybe even more material from Tracks.


Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 12, 2014, 01:59 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 12, 2014, 01:39 PM
Or maybe even more material from Tracks.

Now we're talking!  :thumbsup:  :cool: that's been my go to pre show hotel room/tailgate Bruce juice for some time now. 

:grin:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 14, 2014, 11:57 AM
A little ( well big actually) primer for the upcoming ticket sales. One of my all time favorite Bruce tunes and still killing it 40+ years down the road. The Professor is off the charts ripping those ivories.  :cool:

A little "old school....Jersey style"!!!!!   :wink:

Kitty's Back from Perth

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=F6JLWmiyF4I&list=UUcu7ANuD9J7hnTQCREqIc4Q&feature=c4-overview&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DF6JLWmiyF4I%26feature%3Dc4-overview%26list%3DUUcu7ANuD9J7hnTQCREqIc4Q (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=F6JLWmiyF4I&list=UUcu7ANuD9J7hnTQCREqIc4Q&feature=c4-overview&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DF6JLWmiyF4I%26feature%3Dc4-overview%26list%3DUUcu7ANuD9J7hnTQCREqIc4Q)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 14, 2014, 01:58 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 12, 2014, 01:59 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 12, 2014, 01:39 PM
Or maybe even more material from Tracks.

Now we're talking!  :thumbsup:  :cool: that's been my go to pre show hotel room/tailgate Bruce juice for some time now. 

:grin:

I remember getting in on some of the pre-show Tracks Bruce juice with you and Sassbox in Philly!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 14, 2014, 03:16 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 14, 2014, 01:58 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 12, 2014, 01:59 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 12, 2014, 01:39 PM
Or maybe even more material from Tracks.

Now we're talking!  :thumbsup:  :cool: that's been my go to pre show hotel room/tailgate Bruce juice for some time now. 

:grin:

I remember getting in on some of the pre-show Tracks Bruce juice with you and Sassbox in Philly!

Good times.  :thumbsup:  :cool:

Here's hoping we can get some more of that on this High Hopes tour.   :beer: hopefully it'll be before an arena show this time. I'm not sure I'd do more than one Stadium show going forward.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 14, 2014, 04:34 PM
Eric, when do you think the next leg of the tour will happen/get announced?  Have you heard any rumblings?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 14, 2014, 05:18 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 14, 2014, 04:34 PM
Eric, when do you think the next leg of the tour will happen/get announced?  Have you heard any rumblings?

What I've heard is they're waiting to see how this round of sales go. Typical Landau strategy. Create more demand for the smaller markets by not announcing Northeast/Chicago/LA dates, and get people in those markets worried this round will be it, and go to one of more of these announced dates. It's kind of worked in my case as I'll be trying for Tampa tix tomorrow. :grin: Then agin if my daughter and some friends weren't down in Florida, I'd probably skip that, and do something like Pitt or Albany. Either way, they got me putting my traveling shoes on. :wink:

Nothing definite yet, but my take is if these sales go well, we should here something like a "due to the overwhelming demand Bruce has added more shows" type of thing. If they are planning more shows, it'll probably go down something like that, with an announcement a week or two after the last sale date of this leg.

I have been hearing a beginning of June Philly rumor for a while now. That rumor also included several of these shows already announced, so I'm hoping it's solid, and they are just waiting.

Either way I'd be awfully surprised if we didn't get some NE shows this year. I don't remember him ever skipping the area after a new album is released. I'm hoping if we don't get some this spring, we'll get arenas in the fall. I'm not looking forward to another summer of stadium shows. I'd go but probably only to one.

I'll definitely keep you posted.   :beer:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Feb 15, 2014, 10:37 AM
Grabbed an Atlanta GA ticket! Now we wait until Nashville goes on sale
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 15, 2014, 10:51 AM
Quote from: TheThird on Feb 15, 2014, 10:37 AM
Grabbed an Atlanta GA ticket! Now we wait until Nashville goes on sale


Nice! You're gonna love that one. Anywhere in that Amp pit will be great, and you really don't have to do his lottery for 1st entry unless you want to.

We're in for Pit ga's in Tampa. Same deal with that pit, and we'll just stroll in about an hour before the show, and still be close. I like to hang towards the back of the pit for his shows unless I can get the rail.

I'm not sure how they're going to do the ramp or platform things this go round in the Amps.Last time there weren't any, but in arenas he has them to the side as well at either the back of the front pit or front of the secondary floor. The rail on the secondary ga floor section is a great spot to be in arenas IMO. He'll either be on a platform back there for a bit or take a couple of strolls through the area between both ga sections.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: APR on Feb 15, 2014, 11:37 AM
Vedder popped up on stage for a few songs in Melbourne.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 15, 2014, 12:07 PM
Quote from: APR on Feb 15, 2014, 11:37 AM
Vedder popped up on stage for a few songs in Melbourne.

Including joining him for the opener.  :thumbsup: I can't recall Bruce ever having someone open a show with him. I've seen him open shows solo acoustic, and obviously with the band but not with another artist joining him for one of his shows. :cool:

Melbourne definitely got a treat with that as well as a pretty sweet  setlist. ( well not counting the whole BITUSA album  :wink:)
Title: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Feb 15, 2014, 12:14 PM
Got the Nashville GA ticket too! Absolutely thrilled to get to be in the pit less than ten days apart! Eric could you send me the lowdown on how the lottery works? I've read the official statement from the Wrecking Ball tour but I'm still a bit confused on times
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 15, 2014, 12:25 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Feb 15, 2014, 12:14 PM
Got the Nashville GA ticket too! Absolutely thrilled to get to be in the pit less than ten days apart! Eric could you send me the lowdown on how the lottery works? I've read the official statement from the Wrecking Ball tour but I'm still a bit confused on times

Sure. The info for each specific show is usually released a couple of days before the show (wristband times, what gate to get them, drawing time,where the lineup is, etc) but if you have any general questions in the mean time just shoot me a pm with them, and I'll help as much as I can.

Usually they set aside a three hour or so window in the afternoon to get a wristband, and usually limit the number of those handed out to around 700-1200 depending on venue size. Then at a later specified time they draw the number.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 15, 2014, 05:49 PM
Here's a little of Eddie joining Bruce for Darkness, and singing a verse. It's not the whole song, but still pretty damn sweet.  :thumbsup:

No sign of the Highway To Hell opener yet, but hoping one pops up soon.  :beer:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lqSh60ShLjw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DlqSh60ShLjw (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lqSh60ShLjw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DlqSh60ShLjw)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: APR on Feb 15, 2014, 08:41 PM
Highway to Hell for ericm and all Bruce, Eddie, AC/DC fans

Eddie Vedder with Bruce Springsteen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4o0Iw5zEmY#ws)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: weeniebeenie on Feb 16, 2014, 05:55 AM
Not fair. I just saw Eddie last week and am seeing Bruce next week. Could they not have done this in Sydney? Although I did see Eddie play Open All Night and Growin' Up so I shouldn't complain.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 16, 2014, 06:54 AM
Quote from: weeniebeenie on Feb 16, 2014, 05:55 AM
Not fair. I just saw Eddie last week and am seeing Bruce next week. Could they not have done this in Sydney? Although I did see Eddie play Open All Night and Growin' Up so I shouldn't complain.

Those are fantastic Vedder covers.  Very cool that you got to see those.  I luckily got to see him do Open All Night when he played in Baltimore a few years ago.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 17, 2014, 03:08 PM
I posted this in the music section but figured I'd put it here too. The MusiCares Springsteen tribute that JJ appeared on will finally be released to video. Release date is March 25th. :thumbsup:

http://www.amazon.com/Musicares-Person-Year-Tribute-Springsteen/dp/B00IBQ5NIO/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1392665379&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=MUSICARES+tribute+to+Bruce+springsteen (http://www.amazon.com/Musicares-Person-Year-Tribute-Springsteen/dp/B00IBQ5NIO/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1392665379&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=MUSICARES+tribute+to+Bruce+springsteen)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: parkervb on Feb 21, 2014, 10:24 AM
got my lawn seats for Bruce here in VB.  My friend got skunked on GAs and he had 3 people working on it.  I didn't want to pay $140 and stress on getting shut out on GAs so just went with lawn.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 21, 2014, 03:42 PM
Quote from: parkervb on Feb 21, 2014, 10:24 AM
got my lawn seats for Bruce here in VB.  My friend got skunked on GAs and he had 3 people working on it.  I didn't want to pay $140 and stress on getting shut out on GAs so just went with lawn.


Nice one Parker.  :thumbsup:

I would've done the same thing with tix. If I couldn't get a ga for these Amp shows, then a lawn would work. I would only pay the top price for a guaranteed pit ticket in the Amps.  Or I'd try and upgrade my lawn in the lot if tix are cheap.

Enjoy the show. :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 21, 2014, 03:44 PM
Been hearing some rumblings that Bruce,and the band will be in Dallas as part of the Final Four weekend concert like MMJ did last year in Atlanta.  :cool:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 09:24 AM
Hell of a way to end the Australian leg of the tour. A 30 song 3:43 show with a fun cover to open, followed by four from Greetings, some great requests, and then a full album Wild, Innocent,and E St Shuffle! Even had Eddie join him again for Highway To Hell. :cool:  :thumbsup:

Can't wait for the US Spring leg, and if it's anything like this show, I might be lacing up my traveling shoes for a couple more than already planned.  :grin:  :beer:

01. STAYIN' ALIVE (Bee Gees cover)
02. IT'S HARD TO BE A SAINT IN THE CITY
03. DOES THIS BUS STOP AT 82ND STREET
04. Growin' Up
05. Spirit in the Night
06. High Hopes
07. Just Like Fire Would
08. YOU CAN LOOK (BUT YOU BETTER NOT TOUCH) (Sign Request)
09. Sherry Darling (Sign Request)
10. Save My Love (Sign Request)
11. FADE AWAY (Sign Request)

The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle full album
12. The E Street Shuffle
13. 4th of July, Asbury Park (Sandy)
14. Kitty's Back
15. WILD BILLY'S CIRCUS STORY
16. INCIDENT ON 57TH STREET
17. Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)
18. NEW YORK CITY SERENADE (w/ strings)

19. Darlington County
20. Waitin' on a Sunny Day
21. The Rising
22. The Ghost of Tom Joad
23. Badlands

Encore
24. Glory Days
25. Born to Run
26. Bobby Jean
27. Dancing in the Dark
28. Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out
29. Highway to Hell (w/ Eddie Vedder)

30. Thunder Road (solo acoustic)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 09:45 AM
Wow!  Can't believe the complete Wild, Innocent, E Street album got aired again.  I definitely did not expect that would ever happen again after Clarence passed away.  Bruce is always full of surprises.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 09:56 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 09:45 AM
Wow!  Can't believe the complete Wild, Innocent, E Street album got aired again.  I definitely did not expect that would ever happen again after Clarence passed away.  Bruce is always full of surprises.

Same here. He did say he wouldn't do it again, so there's hope he'll do it again here in the States too. I was at those MSG WIESS, and River shows, and really wish all Bruce fans could see those albums done live. What a fucking treat that was!  :thumbsup: hell, I sure as hell would go again.  :grin: :beer:

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Feb 26, 2014, 02:49 PM
Bruce Springsteen ‏@springsteen 21m

Good news: @tmorello will be joining Bruce & The E Street Band on the upcoming US dates!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 03:47 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Feb 26, 2014, 02:49 PM
Bruce Springsteen ‏@springsteen 21m

Good news: @tmorello will be joining Bruce & The E Street Band on the upcoming US dates!

Great news!  :cool: I figured this would be the case, but glad to have it confirmed.  :thumbsup:

Here's a little of the Stayin Alive opener from today

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BTAM-1Pv7Io (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BTAM-1Pv7Io)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 05:06 PM
I know he's starting the US leg of this tour playing in secondary markets, but ticket demand must be pretty low. 

For the Raleigh show, you can still pull up floor seats and really good lower level seats almost a week after the onsale started.  I've never seen that for a Bruce show before.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 06:08 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 05:06 PM
I know he's starting the US leg of this tour playing in secondary markets, but ticket demand must be pretty low. 

For the Raleigh show, you can still pull up floor seats and really good lower level seats almost a week after the onsale started.  I've never seen that for a Bruce show before.

I thought two NC shows was pushing it but leave it to Landau. :rolleyes:  I'm sure the increase in the price of those prime tix has something to do with it too.  Did you see the routing of those shows?  :huh:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 09:12 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 06:08 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 05:06 PM
I know he's starting the US leg of this tour playing in secondary markets, but ticket demand must be pretty low. 

For the Raleigh show, you can still pull up floor seats and really good lower level seats almost a week after the onsale started.  I've never seen that for a Bruce show before.

I thought two NC shows was pushing it but leave it to Landau. :rolleyes:  I'm sure the increase in the price of those prime tix has something to do with it too.  Did you see the routing of those shows?  :huh:

Yeah, it's definitely oversaturating the mid-Atlantic region to play Norfolk/VA beach, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Atlanta all in one swing. 
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 10:11 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 09:12 PM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 06:08 PM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 26, 2014, 05:06 PM
I know he's starting the US leg of this tour playing in secondary markets, but ticket demand must be pretty low. 

For the Raleigh show, you can still pull up floor seats and really good lower level seats almost a week after the onsale started.  I've never seen that for a Bruce show before.

I thought two NC shows was pushing it but leave it to Landau. :rolleyes:  I'm sure the increase in the price of those prime tix has something to do with it too.  Did you see the routing of those shows?  :huh:

Yeah, it's definitely oversaturating the mid-Atlantic region to play Norfolk/VA beach, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Atlanta all in one swing.

Are you planning on catching any of those Jon?

I'm in for Tampa, and possibly Ft. Lauderdale. Then a few more whenever the next leg is. I wouldn't mind waiting til the fall if it meant arenas instead of Summer Stadiums but then again, I've never been to Wrigley. :grin:  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: MrWhippy on Feb 27, 2014, 06:51 AM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 10:11 PM
Are you planning on catching any of those Jon?

I'm in for Tampa, and possibly Ft. Lauderdale. Then a few more whenever the next leg is. I wouldn't mind waiting til the fall if it meant arenas instead of Summer Stadiums but then again, I've never been to Wrigley. :grin:  :beer:

The only one I can realistically catch is Raleigh.  Good to know I don't have to decide anytime soon ticket-wise  :grin:. 

I wish I could do Tampa with you.  I know we both had great fun at previous Springsteen shows there, and I appreciated the help you gave me when I had to find a ticket for his last show there.  Hopefully something will line up this summer that we can both attend.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Feb 27, 2014, 07:39 AM
Quote from: MrWhippy on Feb 27, 2014, 06:51 AM
Quote from: ericm on Feb 26, 2014, 10:11 PM
Are you planning on catching any of those Jon?

I'm in for Tampa, and possibly Ft. Lauderdale. Then a few more whenever the next leg is. I wouldn't mind waiting til the fall if it meant arenas instead of Summer Stadiums but then again, I've never been to Wrigley. :grin:  :beer:

The only one I can realistically catch is Raleigh.  Good to know I don't have to decide anytime soon ticket-wise  :grin:. 

I wish I could do Tampa with you.  I know we both had great fun at previous Springsteen shows there, and I appreciated the help you gave me when I had to find a ticket for his last show there.  Hopefully something will line up this summer that we can both attend.

Well I hope you will get to the Raleigh show, and if you do, I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts. I'd bet there's a good chance of some prime seats dropping for that as well. :thumbsup:

I'm sure we'll get to at least another show this year at some point. Once they're announced we'll talk, and see which ones work best.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 02, 2014, 05:01 PM
 Here's the official video of the Stayin Alive opener from Brisbane. I hope he keeps up with the surprise cover openers. I'm not a huge fan of covers , but I definitely dig how he's switched up from any of his usual openers to this approach. It's a good change up IMO. With Bruce! you never know what you're going to get.   :cool:

Love the horns, Morello solo, and the lovely ladies on strings.  :thumbsup:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HoPlmZOESuc (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HoPlmZOESuc)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Mar 05, 2014, 06:42 PM
Got my tickets for May 6 in Houston!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 05, 2014, 08:01 PM
Quote from: Jackets N Pones on Mar 05, 2014, 06:42 PM
Got my tickets for May 6 in Houston!

Very  :cool:. It looks like a sweet venue to me. It seems similar to the Verizon Amp in Alpharetta, GA, and that place is a great venue.  :thumbsup:

Enjoy the show, and be sure to post your thoughts on it.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Mar 15, 2014, 08:08 PM
HBO will be airing a special on the making of the new album "High Hopes" on Friday night April 4th.  Here's the trailer:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=4UDzIfrmK98 (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=4UDzIfrmK98)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 02, 2014, 07:31 AM
No word on additional 2014 dates. I've heard from a few different people that as of now nothing is planned, and these spring dates might be it for the year. Hopefully not, but if anyone was holding out for summer, I wouldn't count on that happening, and try to get to one of these spring shows. I was doing one, but I'm now probably going to add a couple more.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: headhunter on Apr 02, 2014, 09:08 AM
I have pit tix for May 13th in Albany.  Only Bruce show on my horizon.

For now.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 02, 2014, 06:10 PM
Quote from: headhunter on Apr 02, 2014, 09:08 AM
I have pit tix for May 13th in Albany.  Only Bruce show on my horizon.

For now.

For now.  :thumbsup:  :wink:

Wanna take a ride to Virginia Beach or Charlotte? Two Saturday shows in April. Just throwing it out there.  :grin:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 05, 2014, 11:36 AM
Snagged a pit ticket to Va. Beach, so I'll be heading down the road next Saturday for a Bruce fix.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 06, 2014, 06:50 PM
Here's a link to the Springsteen live stream for tonight's free show in Dallas for the Final Four weekend. Same event MMJ played last year in Atlanta.  :cool:

Starts at 8:15 eastern, 7:15 central.

http://www.ncaa.com/marchmadness/musicfest (http://www.ncaa.com/marchmadness/musicfest)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Apr 15, 2014, 07:51 PM
With the Nashville show looming this Thursday, I had a couple of pit questions that I was hoping someone could answer. Do the times on this website seem accurate http://www.backstreets.com/Assets/pdfs/BruceGA08.pdf (http://www.backstreets.com/Assets/pdfs/BruceGA08.pdf)? I looked for a High Hopes Tour specific time sheet but couldn't find anything. Also, how many pit wristbands are usually issued and how quickly are they given out before they're gone? Thanks in advance!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 15, 2014, 08:41 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 15, 2014, 07:51 PM
With the Nashville show looming this Thursday, I had a couple of pit questions that I was hoping someone could answer. Do the times on this website seem accurate http://www.backstreets.com/Assets/pdfs/BruceGA08.pdf (http://www.backstreets.com/Assets/pdfs/BruceGA08.pdf)? I looked for a High Hopes Tour specific time sheet but couldn't find anything. Also, how many pit wristbands are usually issued and how quickly are they given out before they're gone? Thanks in advance!

That looks about right to me. They used to have the distribution for a bit longer, but they shortened it this leg. Each venue is different as to how many are allowed in the pit depending on local fire codes. Most pits will be between 350-500. I know for the tour opener in Cincy, they gave out just under 800 lottery wristbands, and 400 ended up in the pit. Pretty sure the wristbands lasted to just about the cutoff time. I know people were getting them a couple of minutes before 5:00, but no idea how many were available.  Not that it matters, but I believe the lottery number drawn for that show was lucky # 464.

The pit isn't really that big, and if I'm not lucky enough to be 1-2 deep on the rail, I prefer to hang in the back of it. More room, and still close enough to see really well, and feel the energy. Bruce will make his way back there, and in arenas there's usually a back riser he'll go to a couple of times.  :cool:

Enjoy the show, and good luck in the lottery.  :beer:  Virginia Beach was off the charts, so I'm sure they'll be in fine form for Nashville. :thumbsup:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:10 PM
Got into the pit! Really happy with my spot. About 8 rows from the rail, center stage.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 17, 2014, 07:34 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:10 PM
Got into the pit! Really happy with my spot. About 8 rows from the rail, center stage.

Nice! Enjoy the show.  :beer: I know you will, especially from that sweet of a spot! I heard they gave out over 1,100 wristbands, and 400 are in the pit. I'd say you made out pretty good.  :thumbsup:
Title: Springsteen
Post by: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:39 PM

Quote from: ericm on Apr 17, 2014, 07:34 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:10 PM
Got into the pit! Really happy with my spot. About 8 rows from the rail, center stage.

Nice! Enjoy the show.  :beer: I know you will, especially from that sweet of a spot! I heard they gave out over 1,100 wristbands, and 400 are in the pit. I'd say you made out pretty good.  :thumbsup:

I got to the doors really late (about 20 minutes before they stopped giving out wristbands) and got number 1,011 which I didn't think would bode well. Luckily, number 665 was drawn and I made it in the pit by about 40 people!
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 17, 2014, 08:14 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:39 PM

Quote from: ericm on Apr 17, 2014, 07:34 PM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:10 PM
Got into the pit! Really happy with my spot. About 8 rows from the rail, center stage.

Nice! Enjoy the show.  :beer: I know you will, especially from that sweet of a spot! I heard they gave out over 1,100 wristbands, and 400 are in the pit. I'd say you made out pretty good.  :thumbsup:

I got to the doors really late (about 20 minutes before they stopped giving out wristbands) and got number 1,011 which I didn't think would bode well. Luckily, number 665 was drawn and I made it in the pit by about 40 people!

Very  :cool:  Have a great time, and I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Apr 18, 2014, 07:05 AM
Quote from: TheThird on Apr 17, 2014, 07:10 PM
Got into the pit! Really happy with my spot. About 8 rows from the rail, center stage.

Looks like you got some nice gems last night.  :thumbsup:  Downbound Train is my favorite song off BITUSA, and I love it live. Some other great ones in there too, and I'm totally jealous of that solo acoustic Thunder Road!  :wink:  I've been seeing him for 36 years, and God knows how many shows, and I've NEVER seen that! Pretty sweet rarity for you, and Nashville.  :cool:   
I'm not sure if it's ever been done like that at a show in the USA. I know it's been done at benefits, holiday shows, and as a duet, but I don't remember it being done solo acoustic at an E St. show here in the States.   :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 02, 2014, 04:21 PM
Tampa!!


(http://i.imgur.com/LxLzRT8.jpg)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on May 07, 2014, 04:56 PM
Had a blast in Houston last night! Tunnel of Love is hands down my favorite album so it was a treat to hear One Step Up with the full band for the first time since '88.

Also, Bruce brought these two kids on stage for No Surrender and they did not disapoint!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMD4PDGokcs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMD4PDGokcs)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on May 07, 2014, 05:29 PM
Quote from: Jackets N Pones on May 07, 2014, 04:56 PM
Had a blast in Houston last night! Tunnel of Love is hands down my favorite album so it was a treat to hear One Step Up with the full band for the first time since '88.

Also, Bruce brought these two kids on stage for No Surrender and they did not disapoint!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMD4PDGokcs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMD4PDGokcs)

Very cool. It's not hard to have fun at a Bruce show, :thumbsup: and glad you did.  :beer: Gotta admit I'm a tad jealous about One Step Up, but psyched he's finally doing some off TOL again.   :cool: it's been a while since I've seen that one, and I think the last time I saw anything off that album was during The Rising tour in 03, and that one was the title track.
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Murph on Jan 16, 2015, 01:13 PM
I'm going to see this Cover band, Bruce in the USA, at Brooklyn Bowl tonight. Apparently, they're pretty legit. Has anyone ever heard of or seen them before? You can't claim to be the "worlds greatest tribute band" if it's not true... Right?! Right?
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Feb 24, 2017, 04:17 PM
Recently unearthed my Better Days cassette and it is PURE GOLD. I can't tell my courage from my desperation...
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: DaydreamNation on Feb 24, 2017, 07:01 PM
Quote from: Jackets N Pones on Feb 24, 2017, 04:17 PM
Recently unearthed my Better Days cassette and it is PURE GOLD. I can't tell my courage from my desperation...
100% the most underappreciated record in his catalog (assuming you meant Lucky Town)
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Feb 25, 2017, 08:55 AM
Haha yes Lucky Town! Oops!

Liner photos are awesome. So many good lyrics. I really like "Local Hero." Came across this story while looking up the meaning of the song. Is this true?

The first stanza is about Bruce and Patti driving around a remote New Jersey town. just killing time, as the song says. Bruce spotted a 'Velvet Bruce' (like a Velvet Elvis, but Bruce) in the window of a small store. It was between 2 other velvet pictures, one of a Doberman and one of Bruce Lee. Bruce asked Patti to go in and buy the artwork, since he did not want to be recognized. While making small talk with the salesperson, she asked her who it was on the velvet. The girl replied "just a local hero, he used to live here for a while". Kind of a reference one makes when they are in a hurry, just trying to get you to pay for the object and get you out of the store. Patti laughed hysterically when retelling the story to Bruce a few moments later, as did Bruce. And now the Springsteen's have a Velvet Bruce hanging on the wall in their home.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Jackets N Pones on Aug 09, 2017, 06:23 PM
Anyone going to this?

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/09/arts/music/bruce-springsteen-broadway-concerts.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Farts
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Aug 23, 2018, 10:38 AM
Today is the 40th anniversary of seeing my first Bruce show.  :shocked:

Holy hell, what a ride it's been. Now it's all these years and shows down the road but I still remember that night at MSG so well. The anticipation, the electricity in the air at the Garden for the third and final night of the run, and man they didn't disappoint.

It was one of those shows you build up in your mind before hand and thankfully it was even better. So much energy on stage and in the crowd, so loud, so much fun it was like a drug and I had to keep going back over and over as so many of us have over the years. It started off rockin' and really never stopped after "Factory". The closing run of the last 7-8 songs just blew the roof off and wiped everyone out. Including a 16 year old me.  :wink:

There's maybe a handful of artists/bands that I'm drawn to like that, that just hit a place in my core, (I know many here get what I'm talking about  :thumbsup: ) and here's hoping 2019 and beyond Bruce and MMJ are back on the road.

Here's the amazing set list from MSG - 8/23/78


HIGH SCHOOL CONFIDENTIAL / BADLANDS / STREETS OF FIRE / SPIRIT IN THE NIGHT / DARKNESS ON THE EDGE OF TOWN / HEARTBREAK HOTEL / FACTORY / THE PROMISED LAND / PROVE IT ALL NIGHT / RACING IN THE STREET / THUNDER ROAD / JUNGLELAND / FOR YOU / CANDY'S ROOM / ADAM RAISED A CAIN / FIRE / SHERRY DARLING / 4TH OF JULY, ASBURY PARK (SANDY) / NOT FADE AWAY - GLORIA - SHE'S THE ONE / IT'S HARD TO BE A SAINT IN THE CITY / BACKSTREETS / ROSALITA (COME OUT TONIGHT) / BORN TO RUN / BECAUSE THE NIGHT / QUARTER TO THREE

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Crispy on Aug 23, 2018, 10:59 AM
Awesome, Eric! One of these days I'll catch a Bruce show with you, man! Until then, I'll hang on to that mojo you sent along that got me up next to the stage in OKC a while back.  :beer:
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Aug 23, 2018, 11:32 AM
Quote from: Crispy on Aug 23, 2018, 10:59 AM
Awesome, Eric! One of these days I'll catch a Bruce show with you, man! Until then, I'll hang on to that mojo you sent along that got me up next to the stage in OKC a while back.  :beer:

:thumbsup: 

I hear ya brother, we'll get to one.  :beer:

Definitely hang on to that mojo. Bruce shows are always fun but getting a spot like you had takes it to a whole other level.  Hell, anywhere in the building is great, but the pit is where it's at, and elbows on the stage is as good as it gets.  :cool: Getting that at your first show is definitely some really good mojo!  :grin:

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: Shug on Aug 23, 2018, 12:22 PM
Great recollection, eric!  I'm not a Springsteen fanatic, but reading stuff like what you wrote and this review of the Roxy '78 show sure make me wish I had got to see him in '78 like you did.  I was only 11, though, and that was the year I was hoping to see Cheap Trick at the San Diego stadium with a few other bands I'd never heard of...Blue Oyster Cult, UFO and Pat Travers.  Couldn't get my mom or anyone else to take me to that show, goddammit!  Still wish I was a few years older and had caught the tail end of the '70s...thanks for sharing those recollections!

http://blog.nugs.net/
Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Aug 23, 2018, 12:57 PM
Quote from: Shug on Aug 23, 2018, 12:22 PM
Great recollection, eric!  I'm not a Springsteen fanatic, but reading stuff like what you wrote and this review of the Roxy '78 show sure make me wish I had got to see him in '78 like you did.  I was only 11, though, and that was the year I was hoping to see Cheap Trick at the San Diego stadium with a few other bands I'd never heard of...Blue Oyster Cult, UFO and Pat Travers.  Couldn't get my mom or anyone else to take me to that show, goddammit!  Still wish I was a few years older and had caught the tail end of the '70s...thanks for sharing those recollections!

http://blog.nugs.net/

Yeah man, Shug, 78 was such a great time to get on board the live show train.

Bruce was coming off a 3 year hiatus/legal battle over his music and hadn't toured since the Born To Run album. Finally we got the release of Darkness On The Edge of Town in 78 along with a great tour.

Crazy stuff that tour as he played big arenas like MSG, The Cap Centre and the like but also some small venues like the Agora, and Capitol Theatre in Passaic. Then throw in the tiny club like show to maybe 500 people at the Roxy and it ran the whole scale of venues. Funny thing is the intensity and lengths of the shows never changed.  :thumbsup:

I could list a whole bunch of highlights from my MSG show but there's too many, lol. I will say it was one of my first shows getting cover songs and hearing a Jerry Lee Lewis one and an Elvis one were pretty damn cool to see. I think in spite of seeing a decent amount of concerts by that time the only other cover I ever saw live was the Beatles "I'm Down" done by Yes. Probably a big reason to this day why I never mind seeing great bands do covers.

Funny how little things like that work out and stick with you a lifetime down the road.  :cool:

There's some great Bruce stuff there on nugs and I'm thrilled he's finally gotten on board with that and is releasing a show every month. The one from the Cap Theater in Passaic 78 is just amazing. The night before was a live simulcast and I've listened to that boot many times over the years but the recently released show on nugs is about as good as it gets for any Bruce fan.

Title: Re: Springsteen
Post by: ericm on Sep 11, 2021, 12:45 PM
Bruce today in NYC at the 9/11 memorial.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f21gQ5yRq9U