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Bruce Springsteen won a Grammy Award for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance on Sunday for his song “Working on a Dream.”
Springsteen was also nominated for Best Rock Song, which went to “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon; Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media, which went to Jai Ho (from Slumdog Millionaire); and Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals, which went to “Lucky” by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat.
This win marks Springsteen’s 20th Grammy Award. His first was in 1984 in the same category for his song “Dancing in the Dark.”
Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 3:51 pm by jordan · No Comments
After an exhaustive year of touring that started off with an inauguration hail to the chief for President Obama and a Super Bowl half-time show, Springsteen is finishing things off with several Grammy nominations.
The Boss snagged four nods in the following categories:
Best Rock Song - “Working on a Dream”
Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance - “Working on a Dream”
Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media - “The Wrestler” (from the movie of the same name)
Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals - “Sea Of Heartbreak” with Rosanne Cash
Springsteen and company have a good chance at winning despite facing stiff competition in the rock categories from U2, Kings of Leon and Green Day.
Springsteen & the E Street Band have just finished up their ‘Working on a Dream’ tour promoting the Grammy-worthy album of the same name.
The 52nd Grammy Awards air live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on January 31, 2010, at 8pm (EST) on CBS.
Friday, December 4, 2009 at 4:56 pm by michelle · No Comments
Bruce Springsteen’s Friday night concert at the Giants Stadium was the last concert scheduled to play before the stadium is demolished.
The three hour set, in which Springsteen played many songs, included “Working on a Dream,” “Darlington County” and “Jersey Girl” by Tom Waits. The concert was the 24th since Bruce Springsteen initially played there in 1985.
Springsteen is still on tour throughout late November.
Monday, October 12, 2009 at 11:11 am by jordan · No Comments
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band kicked off the American leg of their U.S. tour in Hartford, Conn., with a sweaty, sweaty night of fun.
After 28 songs in three hours, Springsteen proved that he is still able to rock the U.S. – in the past, shows in America have seemed a little sedated compared to European shows, as European fans eat him up every time he comes to town.
Fortunately for old-school Springsteen fans, there was a great mix of classic hits and new songs – and this much fun can be expected through the rest of the tour!
Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 8:06 pm by jordan · No Comments
Springsteen and the E Street Band will apparently be making a pitstop at the United Center in Chicago September 20th to play his 1975 album Born To Run in its entirety.
The news was reported in the Chicago Sun-Times, but has yet to be officially confirmed by anyone in the Springsteen camp. Nevertheless, the idea is thrilling for fans, since the album has been played from start to finish only once before in May 2008.
Other Springsteen tour news: 2 more dates have been added to play shows at The Spectrum in Philly before the venue is demolished - October 19th and 20th.
Saturday, August 8, 2009 at 1:27 pm by michelle · No Comments
If you find yourself in Cleveland during the family roadtrip this summer, swing by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to check out their Bruce Springsteen exhibit.
Entitled “From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen,” the exhibit offers an expansive view of Springsteen’s musical career, both as a band leader and a solo artist. Visitors will also get a chance to see various Boss paraphernalia, including several instruments and outfits, handwritten lyrics, posters, his 1960 Chevrolet Corvette and a sampling of the awards he’s received over the years.
Don’t wait too long if you’re a Bruce fan - the exhibit is a limited engagement only.
Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 1:44 pm by michelle · No Comments
Bruce Springsteen is about a third of the way through his Spring/Summer Tour, which includes a two-night stop at the Philadelphia Spectrum, which will mark one of the last performances in the venue, as it’s set for demolition later this year.
It’s particularly important for Springsteen because the Spectrum is the first areana Springsteen and his E Street Band ever played - and he has been there 31 times since. His first performance was a two-night stint in 1976, and 33 years later he is taking the stage one last time.
Bruce told the crowd at during the show: “They don’t make arenas like this anymore. They end up being ideal for rock shows, without the luxury boxes….It’s a real treat to be here again before they knock it down.”
Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at 3:47 pm by brittany · No Comments
Word has just come out that Springsteen’s long-time drummer, Max Weinberg, will not be joining the band on the road in Europe this summer.
Weinberg has to take time off to honor his other musical commitments, namely his job as the leader of talk show host Conan O’Brien’s house band, the Max Weinberg 7. The host and crew are making their move to take over Jay Leno’s slot on the “Tonight Show,” which is set in Los Angeles.
Weinberg is not happy about moving away from the East Coast, and about missing this tour - it’s the first time since 1974 that he won’t be with them - but the band should be in good hands. Weinberg’s son, Jay, will be taking his dad’s place for the European leg.
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 2:55 pm by michelle · No Comments
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band just announced their upcoming tour, which starts in April in California and stretches into August in Spain.
Bruce’s new album, “Working on a Dream,” has earned exemplary reviews from Rolling Stone, People Magazine and Entertainment Weekly.
Recently, Springsteen performed at the Presidential Inauguration and Super Bowl XLIII.
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 11:05 am by brittany · No Comments
“The Wrestler,” a film starring Mickey Rourke and directed by Darren Aronofsky, features a brand spanking new Bruce Springsteen track written exclusively for the movie. Right now, “The Wrestler” is playing in New York and Los Angelos, but is scheduled to open everywhere soon.
“I wrote Bruce a letter, because we’ve known each other over twenty years, and he knows what I used to be, or whatever. Where I went. What I’d been reduced to. I told him how I felt lucky now and didn’t have to end up being this guy, being Randy (character from The Wrestler). A while later, I got a call in the middle of the night: he said he’d written a little song, for nothing. It’s f—ing beautiful, right? I was honored he took the time, because he’s a busy cat. I mean, I’m so ——- proud of this magical movie and to have Bruce’s input… ain’t nobody in Hollywood with all their millions can just ring the man and he’ll do a song, y’know?”— Mickey Rourke
Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 8:20 pm by jordan · No Comments
