Bruce Springsteen's Historic 1981 New Jersey Arena Concert: A Musical Journey

Bruce Springsteen's Historic 1981 New Jersey Arena Concert: A Musical Journey

Bruce Springsteen recently released a recording of his iconic July 6, 1981 concert in New Jersey. This concert was part of his first-ever stand at the newly opened Brendan Byrne Arena in East Rutherford. The show was a significant milestone as it marked Springsteen's first arena performances in New Jersey, filling a void in the state's music scene. The setlist included 27 songs, starting with "Thunder Road" and featuring hits like "Prove It All Night," "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out," "The River," "Badlands," "Jungleland," and "Born to Run." Additionally, Springsteen covered songs by Jimmy Cliff, Woody Guthrie, and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Fans can now stream or purchase the concert recording on nugs.net.