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What album transformed Bruce Springsteen into a full-fledged rock and roller?
What album transformed Bruce Springsteen into a full-fledged rock and roller?
- Born to Run (correct)
- Born in the U.S.A.
- Streets of Philadelphia
- Springsteen on Broadway
For what song did Bruce Springsteen win both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award?
For what song did Bruce Springsteen win both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award?
- Born to Run
- Streets of Philadelphia (correct)
- Dancing in the Dark
- Badlands
In which year was Bruce Springsteen's album Born in the U.S.A. released?
In which year was Bruce Springsteen's album Born in the U.S.A. released?
- 1984 (correct)
- 1975
- 2004
- 1994
For what production did Bruce Springsteen earn a special Tony Award in June 2018?
For what production did Bruce Springsteen earn a special Tony Award in June 2018?
What was the title of Bruce Springsteen's third album?
What was the title of Bruce Springsteen's third album?
In which town did Bruce Springsteen grow up?
In which town did Bruce Springsteen grow up?
Who immediately signed Bruce Springsteen to Columbia Records?
Who immediately signed Bruce Springsteen to Columbia Records?
Which musical influences are reflected in Bruce Springsteen's first two albums?
Which musical influences are reflected in Bruce Springsteen's first two albums?
Which member of the E Street Band had an iconic relationship and interplay onstage with Bruce Springsteen?
Which member of the E Street Band had an iconic relationship and interplay onstage with Bruce Springsteen?
What type of music characterized Bruce Springsteen's stage shows with his E Street Band?
What type of music characterized Bruce Springsteen's stage shows with his E Street Band?
Study Notes
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.
Awards and Recognition
- In June 2018, Bruce Springsteen earned a special Tony Award for his production Springsteen on Broadway.
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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.
