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Springsteen Concert

AngusandBuddhasMom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:04:02 GMT

So my DD had surprised me with Springsteen Tickets. I had not been to a Bruce concert since before she was born. We went last night to Bruce final of his 3 days here.

It was amazing and the best part was experiencing it through my DD. Beautiful night at Met Life Stadium in East Rutherford NJ. I was having so many flashbacks to prior concerts and tailgate's at the Meadowlands. And added new fond memories of tailgating with two youngsters (her fiance came as well) Including watching Bruce perform Jersey Girl along with a fireworks above the stadium.

Bruce never fails his fans and did 4 and half hrs G-d bless that man and the band. He along with the remaining E Street Band performed a very poignant and moving tribute to the Big Man Clarence Clemmons and sweet soul Danny Federici. Both original members of the E Street band that passed away in 2011 and 2008 respectively.

But prior to the tribute was what brought me to tears. Hearing Springsteen perform Jungleland accompanied by Jake Clemmons on Sax. Jake is Clarance's nephew and joined the band in 2012. That just did me in. It was beautiful and so amazingly touching.

This band conjures up so many memories of growing up in NJ and all that goes with it. Not just the jersey shore, or any of the silly reality shows that have plagued my beloved state. But the heart and soul and what it means to be from here and from the working class. Bruce helped us get through 9/11 and Sandy and G-d willing he will continue on.

I am just so thankful my DD finally gets what her crazy Mom has been reminiscing about for all these years. Its one thing to hear him on the radio its another to bear witness to his concerts.

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Mj12 — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:35:00 GMT

@AngusandBuddhasMom So glad you went and you & DD had a great time! His concerts are just unlike any other I've ever been to. His music does bring us right back to growing up on the Shore.

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PunkinEater — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:46:52 GMT

My DD surprised me with Springsteen tickets a couple of years ago to celebrate her 30th and my 60th birthday together! We saw him at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh and it was truly the concert of a lifetime. The best part was getting to see him with my baby girl. We were both on our feet the entire concert, pumping our fists and singing along. I'm so glad you got to have that experience!

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2blonde — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:54:49 GMT

That guy is a class act for sure. I'm so glad you were able to attend and had such a great time!

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AngusandBuddhasMom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 16:02:53 GMT

Thank you ladies it was amazing! @PunkinEater that sounds like how it was last night for my DD and I. My hoarse throat this morning can attest to it

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alliswell — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 16:11:48 GMT

I've been listening to Springsteen since way back, when he was just beginning . . . early 70's? Hearing the poetry of his lyrics and the music of the band . . . it's magical . . . in my mind, I'm in my 20s all over again. My niece and her husband (both in their 30's) go to every Springsteen concert they possibly can when he's playing on the east coast . . . in less than a year, they've been to three.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 16:57:24 GMT

What a great experience to have with your daughter. I am a big fan of Bruce and have seen him in concert many times. Some with my Mom.

I can't wait to read his autobiography, it's out the end of Sept. He is releasing a CD with it that has some previously unreleased songs from his first band. I preordered both from Amazon.

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Eva-QVC — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 17:04:42 GMT

Hello @AngusandBuddhasMom - I heard about that concert and how long he played. The last time I saw him it was about 3.5 hours and I know I was exhausted just from bopping around to the music so I don't know how he does it! We are going to Pittsburgh next week to visit family and see him again. I'm so excited! You definitely get your ticket money's worth at his shows. Glad you shared such a great entertainer with your DD.

@PunkinEater - We are staying at a nearby hotel. Anything I need to know about the Pittsburgh venue?

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I am still oxox — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 17:33:03 GMT

So jealous, I believe my brother and his life long friend were at the show last night, it has been a while since I have seen the boss, his shows are amazing and never ever disappoint

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muttmom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 17:35:27 GMT

We attended last night's concert at MetLife Stadium. It was one of the best performances we've seen of Bruce's. .

The reviews I read said the concert set a record for a Springsteen American concert. He played for 4 hours and 1 minute. There's a good recap under Music on Yahoo.

The downer of the concert was trying to get out of the parking lot after the concert.

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AngusandBuddhasMom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:11:14 GMT

Yep traffic was a nightmare but we survived.

As for the time it certainly seemed longer then that but I am counting in the standing ovations etc. Regardless it was as awesome as the first time I saw him play when I was sixteen.

Well worth the ride up from my vacation down the shore!!! paying for it today..

Glad you enjoyed it as well

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AngusandBuddhasMom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:12:58 GMT

@Eva-QVC wrote:
Hello @AngusandBuddhasMom - I heard about that concert and how long he played. The last time I saw him it was about 3.5 hours and I know I was exhausted just from bopping around to the music so I don't know how he does it! We are going to Pittsburgh next week to visit family and see him again. I'm so excited! You definitely get your ticket money's worth at his shows. Glad you shared such a great entertainer with your DD.
@PunkinEater - We are staying at a nearby hotel. Anything I need to know about the Pittsburgh venue?

Your welcome so glad you will be going to see him again. I hope you have a wonderful time!

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dulwich — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:14:26 GMT

@AngusandBuddhasMom - so glad you had good time. We worked Bruce's concert back in her 70's at Wembley Stadium in London. DH was in music business so we worked with lots of famous people - however Bruce appeared and we really did not know much about him - I asked him any special requests - reply "an avocado". We did not have a clue what that was so I called the one and only Harrods - got some sent over - Bruce was the nicest person you could ever work with. His show was - to this day - the best I have ever been at - he was superb.

Seen him in concert several times - he is the man! Love him and his - then E Street Band.

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riley1 — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:21:29 GMT

@AngusandBuddhasMom - Oh, to see a Springsteen concert again - be still my heart!!! He always put on the best concerts and played way longer than any other performer I've seen. He is truly a Jersey Boy & a class act!!

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Bellabutterfly — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:23:57 GMT

caravaggio-

How fun...Love Bruce and his G Band...A phenomenal, extraordinary performer. He is a "Class Act"...Hands down.

1975...Flashback..."Born to Run"...Everytime I hear it or any of his music...It takes me back to a specific day, time or event in my life. Makes me smile everytime!

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AngusandBuddhasMom — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 18:49:07 GMT

@dulwich Thank you for sharing that story! How amazing you got to meet him. He seems to be a regular guy. Glad to hear that is true.

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Margo Channing — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 21:44:11 GMT

Talk about coincidences--we were at his Thurs. show at Met stsadium. The weather was awful-terrible heat and humidity. Fortunately I had the forsight to wear a simple cotton skirt and tank. My friend on the other hand wore jeans and a heavier top and was MELTING it was so bad.

Bruce is amazing--he's older than either of us and gives an incredible show. I was exhausted from the heat, sound and crowd, but Mr. Channing loves Bruce so much and specifically asked me to go--generally I don't but this was part of a week long anniverary celebration and I wasn't about to say no. And I'm glad I went even if I did sweat like a pig.

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BlingQueen022 — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 22:27:16 GMT

i have a ticket to see him tomorrow night at the Washington Nationals Stadium, but can't go because of a very severe sinus infection. I look like a monster the whole left side of my face is the size of Texas. So instead of listening to a good singing start that I always wanted to see, I'll be at the doctor in the afternoon tomorrow. Very disappointed.

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Margo Channing — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 22:32:00 GMT

oohhh, I hope you feel better soon and get to see him sometime. He truly gives a performance of a lifetime!

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BlingQueen022 — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 22:39:58 GMT

@Margo Channing wrote:
oohhh, I hope you feel better soon and get to see him sometime. He truly gives a performance of a lifetime!

@Margo Channing Thank you Margo. Hopefully, there will be another time.