10/27/20 • 61 min
Bruce Springsteen is a national treasure. Since his debut album nearly 50 years ago, Springsteen has helped define the American working-class psyche through a collection of world-renowned hit songs. In this interview with Malcolm Gladwell and Rick Rubin, Bruce talks about how listening to Born To Run 45 years after it was released made him realize just how good he really is. He also talks about how his Irish and Italian sides physically manifest into songs, and how he recorded his stellar new album, Letter To You, live with the E Street Band in just four days.
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10/27/20 • 61 min
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In this captivating episode, Bruce Springsteen, an iconic American singer-songwriter and national treasure, delves into his remarkable career spanning five decades. He shares personal anecdotes, from starting to play piano at his aunt's house to discussing his songwriting process and the anxiety that comes with it. Springsteen opens up about the influence of his Catholic upbringing, his experiences with death and loss, and how his Irish and Italian heritage have shaped his music. He highlights his latest album, "Letter to You," recorded live with the E Street Band in just four days, which explores the theme of loss and features unreleased songs written many years ago. Springsteen also reflects on the unexpected success of his Broadway show and the invigorating connection he feels with his audience while performing on stage. With intriguing insights into his life and music, this episode is a must-listen for fans and music enthusiasts alike.
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Pushkin Describing Bruce Springstein as a great American singer songwriter is a massive understatement. He's the boss, and at this point, five decades into his remarkable career, Bruce Springsteen is also a national treasure. His voice is unmistakable. Classic anthems like Born to Run, Hungry Heart, and jungle Land defined to the American working class psyche in the seventies and eighties. Today, Bruce has reached rarefied air. He sold more than
Bruce Springsteen Top Questions Answered
Who is Bruce Springsteen?
Bruce Springsteen is a renowned singer-songwriter and a national treasure.
What is Bruce Springsteen's latest album?
His latest album is titled "Letter to You."
How long did it take to record Bruce Springsteen's latest album?
The album was recorded live with the E Street Band in just four days.
What are the themes explored in Bruce Springsteen's latest album?
The album explores the theme of loss.
How did Bruce Springsteen's Irish and Italian sides influence his music?
Bruce discusses how his Irish and Italian sides have influenced his music throughout his career.
How did Barack Obama inspire Bruce Springsteen's intimate Broadway show?
Bruce shares the moment when Barack Obama gave him the idea for his intimate Broadway show.
Which albums of Bruce Springsteen are considered impactful?
Bruce reflects on the impact and quality of his past albums, such as "Born to Run" and "Nebraska."
Has Bruce Springsteen experienced depression?
Bruce talks about his experiences with depression and how therapy helped him live a fulfilling life.
What inspires Bruce Springsteen's songwriting?
Bruce draws inspiration from both music and literature for his songwriting.
How did Bruce Springsteen's early experiences influence his musical journey?
Bruce Springsteen started playing the piano at his aunt's house when he was a teenager.
Did Bruce Springsteen write any unreleased songs?
He has written around 100 songs that haven't been released.
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