Bruce Springsteen's 1978 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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Dec 31, 1978
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Richfield Coliseum Richfield Township, Ohio, United States
Dec 30, 1978
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Cobo Arena Detroit, Michigan, United States
Dec 28, 1978
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Stanley Theatre Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 21, 1978
Bruce Springsteen The Arena Seattle, Washington, United States
Dec 20, 1978
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Mercer Arena Seattle, Washington, United States
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Dec 19, 1978
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Portland, Oregon, United States
Dec 16, 1978
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Winterland San Francisco, California, United States
Dec 15, 1978
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Darkness at the Edge of Town tour

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Winterland San Francisco, California, United States
Dec 13, 1978
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Community Center Tucson, Arizona, United States
Dec 11, 1978
Bruce Springsteen University of Colorado, Boulder Denver, Colorado, United States
Dec 09, 1978
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Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, Texas, United States
Dec 08, 1978
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The Summit Houston, Texas, United States
Dec 05, 1978
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Louisana State University Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Dec 03, 1978
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Southern Illinois University St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Dec 01, 1978
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Darkness On The Edge Of Town tour

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Lloyd Noble Center, University of Oklahoma Norman, Oklahoma, United States
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Nov 30, 1978
Bruce Springsteen Houston, Texas, United States
Nov 29, 1978
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Mayo Civic Centre Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Nov 28, 1978
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Coliseum at Alliant Energy Center Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Nov 27, 1978
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Milwaukee Arena Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Nov 25, 1978
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Henry W. Kiel Municipal Auditorium St. Louis, Missouri, United States

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Nov 17, 1978
 East Lansing, Michigan, United States
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Bruce Springsteen on Dec 8, 1978 [112-small]

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Dec 8, 1978
 Houston, Texas, United States
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Bruce Springsteen on Jun 20, 1978 [219-small]

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Jun 20, 1978
 Morrison, Colorado, United States
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Dec 15, 1978
 San Francisco, California, United States
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Dec 16, 1978
 San Francisco, California, United States
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Nov 8, 1978
 Montréal, Québec, Canada
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Dec 28, 1978
 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Dec 28, 1978
 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Sep 21, 1978
 Passaic, New Jersey, United States
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Sep 20, 1978
 Passaic, New Jersey, United States
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Sep 19, 1978
 Passaic, New Jersey, United States
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Sep 19, 1978
 Passaic, New Jersey, United States
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Sep 20, 1978
 Passaic, New Jersey, United States
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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, Big-Music, Austin Americana, Alternative Folk, and Englisch.

When is the next Bruce Springsteen concert?

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

When was the last Bruce Springsteen concert?

The last Bruce Springsteen concert was on April 21, 2024 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, United States. The bands that performed were: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band / Bruce Springsteen.

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 April 21, 2024 concert at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, United States:

  1. Youngstown
  2. Lonesome Day
  3. Prove It All Night
  4. No Surrender
  5. Ghosts
  6. Letter to You
  7. The Promised Land
  8. Spirit in the Night
  9. Hungry Heart
  10. Trapped
  11. Streets of Fire
  12. I'm Goin' Down
  13. Nightshift
  14. Racing in the Street
  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 to Run
  24. Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)
  25. Bobby Jean
  26. Dancing in the Dark
  27. Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out

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