Bruce Springsteen's 2012 Concert History

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American singer and songwriter. He has released 21 studio albums, most of which feature his backing band, the E Street Band. Originally from the Jersey Shore, he is an originator of heartland rock, combining mainstream rock musical styles with narrative songs about working class American life. Nicknamed "the Boss", his career has spanned six decades. Springsteen is known for his poetic...

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May 19, 2012 –
May 20, 2012
Bruce Springsteen Colmpop 2012 Deventer, Overijssel, Netherlands
May 15, 2012
Bruce Springsteen
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Estadio De Gran Canaria Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
May 02, 2012
Bruce Springsteen
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Prudential Center Newark, New Jersey, United States
Apr 27, 2012
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen
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Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena Los Angeles, California, United States
Apr 26, 2012
Bruce Spingsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen
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Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena Los Angeles, California, United States
Apr 24, 2012
Bruce Springsteen
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HP Pavilion San Jose, California, United States
Apr 17, 2012
Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band

Wrecking Ball

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Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Apr 16, 2012
Bruce Springsteen
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Times Union Center Albany, New York, United States
Apr 13, 2012
Bruce Springsteen
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First Niagara Center Buffalo, New York, United States
Apr 12, 2012
Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band

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The Palace of Auburn Hills Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States
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Apr 04, 2012
Bruce Springsteen

Wrecking Ball Tour

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Izod Center East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
Apr 03, 2012
Bruce Springsteen

Wrecking Ball Tour

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Izod Center East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
Apr 01, 2012
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Verizon Center Washington, D.C., United States
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Mar 29, 2012
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Wells Fargo Center Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 28, 2012
Bruce Springsteen

Wrecking Ball

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Wells Fargo Center Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 26, 2012
Bruce Springsteen / The E Street Band
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TD Garden Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Mar 19, 2012
Bruce Springsteen

Wrecking Ball World Tour

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Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
Mar 18, 2012
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State Farm Arena Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Mar 14, 2012 –
Mar 17, 2012
SXSW 2012
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Multiple Venues Austin, Texas, United States

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Bruce Springsteen
Apr 3, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Because the Night


Bruce Springsteen
Apr 3, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Land of Hopes and Dreams


Bruce Springsteen
Apr 3, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Southside Johnny / Gary U.S. Bonds
Sep 21, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Bruce Springsteen
Sep 22, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Southside Johnny / Gary U.S. Bonds on Sep 21, 2012 [300-small]

Bruce Springsteen / Southside Johnny / Gary U.S. Bonds
Sep 21, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen on Apr 27, 2012 [902-small]

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen
Apr 27, 2012
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen
Apr 27, 2012
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
Apr 17, 2012
 Cleveland, Ohio, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and the E St. Band on Nov 3, 2012 [090-small]

Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and the E St. Band
Nov 3, 2012
 Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen on Oct 21, 2012 [974-small]

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen
Oct 21, 2012
 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Bruce Springsteen on Apr 24, 2012 [322-small]

Bruce Springsteen
Apr 24, 2012
 San Jose, California, United States
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Bruce Springsteen on Nov 30, 2012 [334-small]

Bruce Springsteen
Nov 30, 2012
 Oakland, California, United States
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Bruce Springsteen on Apr 3, 2012 [554-small]

Bruce Springsteen
Apr 3, 2012
 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band on Apr 17, 2012 [541-small]

Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
Apr 17, 2012
 Cleveland, Ohio, United States
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Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band on Oct 23, 2012 [315-small]

Bruce Springsteen / Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
Oct 23, 2012
 Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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Bruce Springsteen on May 27, 2012 [611-small]

Bruce Springsteen
May 27, 2012
 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Who is Bruce Springsteen?

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen, better known as Bruce Springsteen or “The Boss,” is is a music icon and one of the pioneers of the heartland rock genre, which combines mainstream rock music with a narration about the working conditions in America.

Over the last six decades, he has won numerous awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999 by Bono of U2.

Why is Bruce Springsteen called "The Boss"?

The infamous nickname is due to the “mafia-like” situation where Springsteen collected money for every show he and the E Street Band performed at. Since he was responsible for evenly distributing what the band earned, his band mates started calling him “The Boss.” The name spread throughout the 1960’s and has stuck ever since.

How old is Bruce Springsteen?

Bruce Springsteen is 74 years old and was born on September 23, 1949.

How tall is Bruce Springsteen?

The Boss is 5'8" (1.77m) tall. He’s eight inches shorter than his late E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons, who was 6'4" (1.96m) tall.

How much is Bruce Springsteen worth?

Springsteen is worth around $500 million. With that amount, he’s currently the fourth richest rock star in the world. Ahead of Springsteen is Jimmy Buffet ($600 million), Bono ($700 million), and Paul McCartney ($1.2 billion).

Where does Bruce Springsteen live?

Springsteen and his wife Patti Scialfia live on a 160-acre equestrian estate in Colts Neck, New Jersey. The couple also owns an estate in Benedict Canyon, Beverly Hills.

Where was Bruce Springsteen born?

Born in New Jersey, The Boss was influenced by both Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. He started playing the guitar at seven years old. Ironically, he didn’t have a feel for the instrument at first, but during his mid-teens, he became a prodigy.

Who is Bruce Springsteen married to and how long has he been married?

Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa have been married for 32 years. They were married on June 8, 1991. Two years earlier, Springsteen divorced his first wife, Julianne Phillips, with whom he was married between 1985-1989.

It was rumored that Springsteen already had a relationship with Scialfa while he was still married to Phillips, sparking criticism from both his fans and the media around the time of the divorce.

What song did Bruce Springsteen sing at President Biden's inauguration?

During President Joe Biden’s 2021 Inauguration at the Lincoln Memorial, Bruce Springsteen performed “Land of Hope and Dreams.” The performance was streamed live so that those who could not attend physically were still able to enjoy remotely.

How many kids does Bruce Springsteen have?

Springsteen has three kids with Patti Scialfa – Evan James Springsteen, Jessica Rae Springsteen, and Samuel Ryan Springsteen.

How many concerts has Bruce Springsteen had?

Bruce Springsteen has had 2,594 concerts.

What genre is Bruce Springsteen?

Bruce Springsteen is most often considered to be Rock, Folk, United States, Pop Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Classic Rock, Soft Rock, Rock And Roll, Mellow Gold, English, Americana, Permanent Wave, Classic Texas Country, Contemporary Folk, Big-Music, Austin Americana, Alternative Folk, and Englisch.

When is the next Bruce Springsteen concert?

The next Bruce Springsteen concert is on May 12, 2024 at UPMC Nowlan Park in Kilkenny, Leinster, Ireland.

When was the last Bruce Springsteen concert?

The last Bruce Springsteen concert was on May 05, 2024 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom.

What setlist does Bruce Springsteen play live?

The songs that Bruce Springsteen performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the May 05, 2024 concert at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom:

  1. So Young and in Love
  2. Lonesome Day
  3. No Surrender
  4. Prove It All Night
  5. Darlington County
  6. Ghosts
  7. Better Days
  8. The Promised Land
  9. Spirit in the Night
  10. Hungry Heart
  11. If I Was the Priest
  12. My City of Ruins
  13. Nightshift
  14. The River
  15. Last Man Standing
  16. Backstreets
  17. Because the Night
  18. She's the One
  19. Wrecking Ball
  20. The Rising
  21. Badlands
  22. Thunder Road
  23. Born in the U.S.A.
  24. Born to Run
  25. Bobby Jean
  26. Dancing in the Dark
  27. Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out
  28. Twist and Shout
  29. solo acoustic
  30. I'll See You in My Dreams

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