A Complete Chronological History of Bruce Springsteen's Bob Dylan Covers (1972–2024)
By
Andy Greene
Fresh out the oven, still warm. Top of the tray.
Summary
A comprehensive chronological catalog of every known instance where Bruce Springsteen has performed a Bob Dylan cover, spanning from 1972 to the present. The article details over 50 years of Springsteen paying tribute to Dylan through live performances, studio recordings, and special events, including notable moments like their duet on "Forever Young" at the 1995 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame concert and Springsteen's emotional performance of "I Shall Be Released" in 2024. The piece contextualizes each cover within Springsteen's career and highlights the deep musical influence Dylan has had on him.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledAt the third annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony back in January 1988, the same night that Beach Boy Mike Love blasted just about everyone in the room, Bruce Springsteen w
From 'It's All Over Now, Baby Blue' in 1972 to 'I Shall Be Released' just this year
You might also wanna read
Bob Dylan Performs "I Shall Be Released" Live for First Time in 18 Years on Tour
Bob Dylan, at 85 years old, performed "I Shall Be Released" for the first time in 18 years during his Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour in Eugene, O
Stereogum·5d ago
Bruce Springsteen's BBC Archive Highlights: A Retrospective of Performances and Interviews
This article is a retrospective journey through the BBC archives showcasing Bruce Springsteen's most memorable performances and appearances
bbc.co.uk·1y ago
Bob Dylan, 85, Performs 59-Year-Old Deep Cut "Baby, Will You Be My Baby" Live for First Time on Tour Opener
Bob Dylan, now 85 years old, kicked off the latest leg of his Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour in Troutdale, Oregon, by performing "Baby, Will You
Stereogum·12d ago
Bruce Springsteen, Sheryl Crow, and Jon Bon Jovi Perform at 250-Year American Music Celebration in New Jersey
Bruce Springsteen headlined the second and final night of Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us, a two-day concert at the OceanFirst Bank
Stereogum·11d ago
Bob Dylan Turns 85
Rock and Roll Globe·24d ago
Weezer's 1994 Blue Album Inducted Into Library of Congress National Recording Registry
Weezer's 1994 self-titled debut album (the Blue Album) has been selected for induction into the Library of Congress' National Recording Regi
Stereogum·1mo ago