It’s possible to argue that Bruce Springsteen’s performance on August 20, 1981 — a benefit at the LA Sports Arena for the Vietnam Veterans Of America — is the most important show…

Matt Springer in My Summer of Bruce

Aug 9, 2012

Roll Yer Tapes: Agora Night, 8/9/1978

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=526FDxMxojw]

I’d be a bad, bad fan if I didn’t at least acknowledge the 34th anniversary of the classic 1978 show at the Agora in Cleveland, OH.

Matt Springer in My Summer of Bruce

Jul 11, 2012

Roll Yer Tapes: Roxy Night, 7/7/1978

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f62pPag0ph8?feature=oembed&w=459&h=344]

I spent part of my twenties infatuated with Los Angeles.

Matt Springer in My Summer of Bruce

Jul 3, 2012

Roll Yer Tapes: Stockholm Night, 7/3/1988

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1988’s Tunnel of Love Express Tour found Springsteen in a state of transition.