Overview
Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. 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, socially conscious lyrics and energetic stage performances, sometimes lasting up to four hours.
In 1973, Springsteen released his first two albums, Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. and The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle, neither of which earned him a large audience. He changed his style and reached worldwide popularity with Born to Run in 1975. It was followed by Darkness on the Edge of Town (1978) and The River (1980), whic...
Facts
| Also known as | Springsteen |
| Born | 23 Sep. 1949 (Age: 73), in Long Branch |
| Area | United States |
| Years active | 50 |
| Status | Active |
| Gender | Male |
| Married to | Patti Scialfa (1991-) Julianne Phillips (1985-1989) |
| Parent(s) | Douglas Frederick SpringsteenAdele Ann Springsteen |
| Siblings | Virginia Springsteen |
| Children | Evan James SpringsteenSam Ryan SpringsteenJessica Rae Springsteen |
| Role(s) | ProducerHarmonicaGuitarInstrumentElectric GuitarAcoustic GuitarReed OrganElectric PianoPiano |
| Label(s) | ColumbiaCBSnugs.net[no label]Crystal Cat RecordsSony MusicThe GodfatherecordsCBS/SonySony Records InternationalSony BMG Music Entertainment |
