If there was any doubt, The Boss still rocks!

[JerseyLion]

No one answered my question. Yes or no.

 

[psuro]

No one answered my question. Yes or no.

No. Bruce did not say anything political on wed night.

The only thing he mentioned at the end of the night was in support of Philabundance. The crowd cheered.

 

[Bvillebaron]

Why do you care? Do you even like Springsteen? Genuinely curious.

Saw Springsteen years ago in Philly in the Born in the USA Tour. He was great and his music is fine. I guess I am a dinosaur but I agree with a country western artist I heard a few years back who said he doesn’t inject politics into his concerts because fans pay good money because they want to hear my music not my political views. I think that should be the norm for all musicians regardless of their political views but maybe that’s just me.

 

[Bvillebaron]

NICE. See my other post. He didn’t say anything political when I saw him either.

 

[northwoods]

Did you get the political lecture bonus or has he stopped that?

I had hoped we could get through this great and insightful thread without someone trying to stir it up. Out of respect for Tom, the OP, and the thread itself that's all I'll say.

 

[laKavosiey-st lion]

Sorry wrong thread duh

 

[Connorpozlee]

Saw Springsteen years ago in Philly in the Born in the USA Tour. He was great and his music is fine. I guess I am a dinosaur but I agree with a country western artist I heard a few years back who said he doesn’t inject politics into his concerts because fans pay good money because they want to hear my music not my political views. I think that should be the norm for all musicians regardless of their political views but maybe that’s just me.

Honestly, it’s pointless. I don’t know anybody that has ever gone to a Springsteen concert hoping to hear his political stance. It’s really boring.

 

[Bvillebaron]

Honestly, it’s pointless. I don’t know anybody that has ever gone to a Springsteen concert hoping to hear his political stance. It’s really boring.

Right over your head. Zoom.

 

[Bvillebaron]

I had hoped we could get through this great and insightful thread without someone trying to stir it up. Out of respect for Tom, the OP, and the thread itself that's all I'll say.

Given all the provocative and frequently politically charged threads and posts I have seen on this board, you are complaining about this? Really? WOW!

 

[pamdlion]

Enough of the politics. Did he mention anything about donating to HVU?

 

[LionJim]

Enough of the politics. Did he mention anything about donating to HVU?

Nice. Lol.

 

[Nitt1300]

When all the best rockers are over 60- and they are- can we still say that rock and roll will never die?

 

[psuro]

When all the best rockers are over 60- and they are- can we still say that rock and roll will never die?

As long as you have rock and roll in your heart, it will never die.

 

[Nitt1300]

As long as you have rock and roll in your heart, it will never die.

 

[Connorpozlee]

Right over your head. Zoom.

Really? What did I miss? Fill me in.

 

[northwoods]

Given all the provocative and frequently politically charged threads and posts I have seen on this board, you are complaining about this? Really? WOW!

Many on the board were pleased to keep this specific thread free of being one of "the provocative and frequently politically charged threads". It was about the music, and the OP and every poster until you understood that. Notice that you didn't get the volley of political Springsteen criticism you were fishing for. In that context "almost no one took your bait".

 

[BriarwoodBash]

Tonight, I missed watching the Phillies game, but I was at their stadium (Citizens Bank Park) to take in a performance by Bruce Springsteen, and the E Street Band.

I've written before on BWI's boards about Bruce. While I have several friends that have been to over 100 Bruce concerts, I've never been somebody that does that. I first saw him in 1974 or 1975 (I forget which one), and have seen him periodically (around 20 times) over the years.

Tonight's concert was rescheduled from last August, when Bruce developed an ulcer issue, and had to cancel a number of concerts (including Philadelphia). It was well worth the wait.

I've never been to a concert by Bruce that wasn't enjoyable. Perhaps my memory is getting a little fuzzy about what the concerts I attended in the 70s and 80s were like; I can't say. However, tonight's concert probably was the most entertaining Bruce concert I've ever attended. He's 74-years-old, and he doesn't jump around the stage the way he use to. But his energy level is still off the charts. He played 30 songs, over somewhere between 3 hrs. - 3 hrs: 5 min.

I don't know how much longer he'll be with us, or be able to play at this level. If you enjoy his music, and have the opportunity to attend a concert of his, I would highly recommend it.

Many friends there, all echo you thoughts. Always a great show. HE’s not at the top of my list but I’ve seen him twice. Great show and mad respect for his song writing and crafting. Glad you enjoyed it!