seattlesteve Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 That I'd clean up and restart this thread. In todays time, I think Bruce's set ought to be fun, and connect with a whole new young audience. I have my teenage daughters watching in anticipation. I'd like to see it be his moment to pick up new fans, even if it is a cheesy venue. Remember Michael Jackson lip synching Billy Jean on Motowns 25th on TV? changed evHate to say it, but I think he should sell out and work in a medley ( I know, I know..) of his radio hits to engage a new audience then play what he wants people to listen to after he has their attention.A medley would be his "Oh yeah" moment for many, oh yeah he did that too..To propel two careers, and engage the younger generation, What if he pulled Courtenty Cox out of the audience again, on 'Dancing.. Come on, Aniston is kicking her butt, and tying in the Friends connection with Bruce helps all.When you have something to say, you need an audience first, the hits will bring ears, then bring your message with a new song.Would Born in the USA be totally inappropriate, or totally right on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesteve Posted February 1, 2009 Author Share Posted February 1, 2009 As I wrote the above, listening to the 6.5 hr pregame show, they were doing an over under, whether Bruce opens or closes with Born to Run Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim From Wisconsin Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I loved when he slid into the camera man! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harlock Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Whenever I see Bruce Springsteen my finger always seems to be drawn to the remote.... CLICK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm surprised he was able to get up after sliding into the cameraman ahahaha - I enjoyed it.... Little Steven seemed really excited to be there that's for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim From Wisconsin Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm sure that Bruce doesn't know what the heck to do - This was his shortest gig ever!Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterling Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Wow....Was that high energy!!! Bruce...I held my breath when you slid on the stage!!! Thank goodness you did not get injured. Wow...what a fantastic short set of signature music!! I am tired just watching it....It somewhat reminded me of the Chicago HOB Berries concert... Was that ever high energy..!!But I don't recall Eric rotating his guitar 360 about 5 times...Thats ok...Chicago HOB was still one of the best concert I have ever seen! This one was great too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnniekNY Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I would say that I have seen Springsteen 7 times in concert - I think the shortest one was three hours, the longest was four (of course all the shows were in Joisey!!) He puts every ounce of energy, charisma, talent and joy into every show and he did that again tonight. HOW the HELL did he BEND LIKE he did at the opening???!!! The slide into the camera guy was hilarious and I thought "uh oh...he's just received the camera lens right in the solar plexus and lost his breath!!" LOVED IT. AND he didn't lip sync. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Boss Solid energy! But voice was a little weak. He seemed to be trying to hide his vocals when trying to hit the hard notes. I hope the old man was wearing knee pads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave from Equinox Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Bruce was awesome for sure. He did that slide and all I could think of was "Bruce, don't do that! You're 9 years older than I am! You'll rip up a quadricep!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Off key singing from the "Boss",(the real Boss Steinbrenner could probably sing better) flat, backup singers that were off key, drummer sounded like he never heard the songs before...Captain, agreed...Double click... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ira Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Lew...Were you watchin' on a 40 year old Emerson tube T.V.?What Fun He was having! He gave a message to the whole country both "Red and Blue"...that this was a night to be united in fun!I think of the John Landau quote when he was writing for "Rolling Stone"...."I have seen the future of Rock And Roll and it is Bruce Springsteen"!Final thought...I guess Bruce is really the one to "undress" Janet Jackson at the Super Bowl by showing what a "lightweight she really is!-Ira. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 He is so past whatever you think he had...I dont care if he was having fun...That is meaningless when the point is that in front of billions of people viewing worldwide, maybe the biggest performance moment of his life and he was singing OFF KEY...Way to rise to the occasion "Boss"...oh, and by the way, i dont want to hear about how he is such a great songwriter...One of his biggest songs (Born In The USA) is considered a patriotic tune by the masses and he claims that its just the opposite...Way to communicate through your lyrics "Boss"...12 minutes was too long for this type of performer...Even some of you fans are posting that he was off key...Why is that acceptable to you?...Shouldnt you expect that the singer would sing on-key for a 12 minute performance?... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Like I said, Lew doesn't know what he's talking about. Stick to the Tommy Tunes threads, Lew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Sorry, Marv..When I see a photographer's photos, I expect them to be in focus...Wnen I go see a pianist, I expect the piano to be in tune...When I hear a singer, I expect him to be on key...Is that too much to ask for a singer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Carmen Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Singing live, in a stadium, is about as difficult an environment as you'll ever find. I thought Bruce and the band did a fine job. His voice sounded a little tired to me, but not off-key. Maybe he sang too much at the sound check.In any case, we've really got to learn to cut the good guys some slack. Bruce is a national treasure. A great writer and performer, at a time when most acts can't sing without auto-tune, play an instrument or write a decent song.He's been touring since 1974 on a regular basis. He always gives 100%. I don't understand why Americans have such bloodlust for the artists they anoint stars. Why tear him down?Was it really so terrible? Critics do the same thing to The Stones when they tour, and to Paul McCartney every time he makes a record. What's the point? That you're not as good at 60 as you were at 25? So what? Or is it that you should just hang it up after you turn 30? These guys created the soundtracks to our lives. They deserve some respect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Aren't they supposed to wear those things in their ear so they can stay on key better? Didn't see one on The Boss. Is he too old school? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 National Treasure?..Well, its time to bury him... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Carmen Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 The monitors were built into the stage. Did you notice all those things that looked like radiator grills? Those were the monitors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 By the way, the Beatles never had any big fancy moniters when they played...just those stupid little ones in front and they seemed to be on key...I guess talent usually rises to the occasion... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollies65 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I posted a clip of 'Born To Run' at the show...Bruce was raspy...but in key. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I put The Boss's performance right up there with the great stadium acts like...Ashlee Simpson a couple of years ago?Marvin, take it easy, buddy. You can't punch a hole through igloo ice! You're gonna hurt yourself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna R Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I thought he was great! He gave 200% and the crowd LOVED him!He really deserves a lot of respect- the guy doesn't tour because he needs the money- he tours because he LOVES it! And thank goodness he and many of the guys his age still do tour, otherwise many of us older fans would not have any good shows to go to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Bundles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 1st two songs...He was flatter than Bobby Vee... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollies65 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 The Beatles were done being the Beatles by age 30. I think we've figured that Bruce was in key. If Eric agrees that's good enough for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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