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35 Years Ago: Bruce Springsteen Launches 'Darkness on the Edge of Town' Tour

Dave Lifton — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:48:43 +0000

When the 'Darkness on the Edge of Town' tour kicked off at Shea Hall in Buffalo, N.Y. on May 23, 1978, Bruce Springsteen was looking to restart his career after nearly three years on the sidelines. By the time it ended seven months later, he had cemented his reputation as one of the most electrifying performers in the entirety of rock music.

Bruce Brunch Kicks Off Summer At Martell's

Tom Cunningham — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:30:07 +0000

The Bruce Brunch was back Martell’s in Point Pleasant Beach to get a jump start on Summer 2013 on Sunday May 19! In addition to author Marc Dolan, our musical guests were Shore legend Lance Larson and the very accomplished Marc Ribler. They perform a great cover of Springsteen’s “Fire” and Ribler’s ode to departed Jersey Shore [...]

Guns N' Roses, Motley Crue + Bruce Springsteen Featured on 'The Office' Series Finale

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:17:11 +0000

Classic rock was everywhere during the series finale of 'The Office' last night (May 16), with Guns N' Roses, Motley Crue, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty all contributing music to the show's climactic wedding.

Bruce Springsteen Joins the Dropkick Murphys on Boston Marathon Bombings Benefit CD

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:33:21 +0000

This week, Boston-based Celtic-punk band DropKick Murphys released a three-song EP to benefit the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. One song features Bruce Springsteen, who sought out the group in hours after the April 15 bombing.

The Surprising Connection Between Bruce Springsteen and Harry Potter

Tom Dunphy — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:22:17 +0000

They exist in two seemingly different worlds. One is a legendary New Jersey rocker who fronts one of the greatest bands in the history of rock and roll. The other is a fictional boy wizard from England. So what do these two have in common? The common thread goes back to the set of Harry [...]

Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Black Sabbath + Others Fight Poverty with Concert Tickets

Jeff Giles — Thu, 02 May 2013 14:11:24 +0000

Poverty afflicts so many people that it can feel like it’s impossible to make a difference — but like any huge problem, the most effective solutions involve the efforts of many, and that’s where programs like the Global Citizen Tickets Initiative come in. Spearheaded by Pearl Jam manager Kelly Curtis and Hugh Evans, the chief [...]

Bruce Springsteen Elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences

Ken Kelley — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:54:55 +0000

As if selling millions of records and having fans all over the world isn't quite enough, it was recently announced that one of New Jersey's favorite sons, Bruce Springsteen, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.

Being inducted into the honorary society is no small feat. It inclu

Billy Joel Built a Motorcycle for Bruce Springsteen

Dave Lifton — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:25:16 +0000

Born a few months apart in the New York area, lifelong labelmates and members of the (other) Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Billy Joel and Bruce Springsteen have a lot in common. In addition, both are also well-known motorcycle fans, and Joel has built a bike for his old friend.

Bruce Springsteen's Super-Sized Set Lists Are Testing Steven Van Zandt's Stand In

Nick DeRiso — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:44:14 +0000

Perhaps they should have called this the Curve Ball tour. Tom Morello, filling in for Steven Van Zandt during the E Street Band's ongoing concerts through Australia, says Bruce Springsteen tinkers with the setlist until the absolute last moment.

10 Years Ago: Bruce Springsteen Speaks Out Against Iraq War

Bryan Wawzenek — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:44:07 +0000

When Bruce Springsteen is on tour, whether solo or with the E Street Band, his concert setlists sometimes become a commentary on what is going on in the world. After Johnny Cash died in the fall of 2003, the Boss opened his next two shows with an acoustic version of ‘Walk the Line.’ When the [...]

Want To Buy Bruce Springsteen's Old House?

Varacchi — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:11:22 +0000

The West Long Branch house Springsteen lived in from 1974 to 1975 is up for sale! According to NBC, Keller Williams Realty has just listed the small house for sale for $349,000. The 1920 shotgun house is just 828 square feet with two bedrooms, a bath, living room and kitchen, front porch, back patio, and [...]

James Maddock Performs Springsteen's 'Hearts of Stone' on The Bruce Brunch [AUDIO]

Tom Cunningham — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:42:20 +0000

Singer-songwriter James Maddock was joined by Danny Clinch on harmonica and performed Bruce Springsteen’s “Hearts Of Stone” from Martell’s Tiki Bar on Sunday 8/26/12 live on The Bruce Brunch with Tom Cunningham. Check out the audio of the performance below:

Little Steven Joins Tom Cunningham on The Bruce Brunch [AUDIO]

Tom Cunningham — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:13:37 +0000

If you missed Tom Cunningham’s interview with Little Steven Van Zandt on The Bruce Brunch on August 12, we’ve got the audio here. Part 1 Part 2

Little Steven Van Zandt Returns to the Bruce Brunch on Sunday

Tom Dunphy — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:24:37 +0000

Legendary guitarist of the E Street Band Steven Van Zandt will appear live on The Bruce Bunch with Tom Cunningham this Sunday. Fresh off a European tour, Steven will share his thoughts on the overseas shows and maybe give us some insight into what Bruce and the band have planned for their upcoming United States [...]

Bruce Brunch Playlist 7/22/2012

Tom Cunningham — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:08:52 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch!

Bruce Brunch Playlist 6/18/2012

Tom Cunningham — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 19:32:06 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch!

Bruce Brunch Playlist 6/3/12

Tom Cunningham — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 15:26:57 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch! Buy on iTunes & Amazon Ringtones 1. Bruce Springsteen - The Star-Spangled Banner 2. Bruce Springsteen - Meeting Across the River Born to Run (30th Anniversary Edition) [Remastered] 3. Bruce Springsteen - Jungleland Born to Run (30th Anniversary Edition) [Remastered] 4. Bruce Springsteen - We [...]

Bruce Brunch Playlist – 5/27/12

Pete Lepore — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:13:24 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch! Bruce Brunch Playlist - 5/27/12 Buy on iTunes & Amazon Ringtones 1. Bruce Springsteen - The Star-Spangled Banner 2. Bruce Springsteen - Then She Kissed Me (NYC 8/15/75) 3. Bruce Springsteen - Sherry Darling The River 4. Bruce Springsteen - Gotta Get That Feeling The [...]

Bruce Brunch Playlist 5/20/12

Tom Cunningham — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:48:57 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch! Bruce Brunch Playlist 5/20/12 Buy on iTunes & Amazon Ringtones 1. Bruce Springsteen - The Star-Spangled Banner 2. Bruce Springsteen - The River The River 3. Bruce Springsteen - Wrecking Ball Wrecking Ball 4. Bruce Springsteen - Something In The Night Darkness On the Edge [...]

Bruce Brunch Playlist 5/13/12

Promotions — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:55:02 +0000

Here’s what I played this week on The Bruce Brunch! Bruce Brunch Playlist 5/13/12 Buy on iTunes & Amazon Ringtones 1. Bruce Springsteen - The Star-Spangled Banner 2. Bruce Springsteen - My Beautiful Reward Lucky Town 3. Bruce Springsteen - Valentine's Day Tunnel of Love 4. Bruce Springsteen - Blinded By The Light The Essential [...]