Test your knowledge about the influential American singer, songwriter, and bandleader, Bruce Springsteen. Learn about his iconic albums and significant achievements such as receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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What album transformed Bruce Springsteen into a full-fledged rock and roller?

Born to Run

For what song did Bruce Springsteen win both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award?

Streets of Philadelphia

In which year was Bruce Springsteen's album Born in the U.S.A. released?

1984

For what production did Bruce Springsteen earn a special Tony Award in June 2018?

Springsteen on Broadway Signup and view all the answers

What was the title of Bruce Springsteen's third album?

Born to Run Signup and view all the answers

In which town did Bruce Springsteen grow up?

Freehold Signup and view all the answers

Who immediately signed Bruce Springsteen to Columbia Records?

John Hammond, Sr. Signup and view all the answers

Which musical influences are reflected in Bruce Springsteen's first two albums?

Folk rock, soul, and rhythm-and-blues Signup and view all the answers

Which member of the E Street Band had an iconic relationship and interplay onstage with Bruce Springsteen?

Clarence Clemons Signup and view all the answers

What type of music characterized Bruce Springsteen's stage shows with his E Street Band?

Rock, folk, and soul with dramatic intensity and exuberant humour Signup and view all the answers

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Bruce Springsteen's Career

Born in the U.S.A. album was released in 1984.
Springsteen won both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award for the song "Streets of Philadelphia".

Early Life and Influences

Bruce Springsteen grew up in Freehold, New Jersey.
His first two albums reflected musical influences from folk, rock, and pop.

Breakthrough and Success

John Hammond immediately signed Bruce Springsteen to Columbia Records.
Springsteen's third album was titled "Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J."

Live Performances

Springsteen's stage shows with his E Street Band were characterized by high-energy rock and roll music.
Clarence Clemons, a member of the E Street Band, had an iconic relationship and interplay onstage with Bruce Springsteen.