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SUMMARY:The Making of Sun City Screening + Conversation with Stevie Van Zandt & Bob Santelli (Sold Out)
DESCRIPTION:“Sun City was always about more than making a record. It was about using music to educate people\, bring attention to injustice\, and inspire people to do something about it\,” said Stevie Van Zandt. “That same idea is at the heart of TeachRock. We use music to help young people understand history and give them the context to better understand the world around them. I’m looking forward to sharing the story behind Sun City to kick off the Center’s new film series and talking about why those lessons still matter today.” \nTickets for The Making of Sun City are $50 and will go on sale on Thursday\, August 13 at noon online at  https://springsteencenter.org/.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/the-making-of-sun-city-screening-conversation-with-stevie-van-zandt-bob-santelli/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T193000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Record Club - Saturday Night Fever
DESCRIPTION:It’s just like book club but with albums! This event will feature Saturday Night Fever \n\n\n\n\nIt’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology\, the way we consume music through our devices\, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora\, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss. This event will feature Saturday Night Fever. \nThis event is offered BOTH in person and via Zoom. Join us in person at the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music on the Campus of Monmouth University or join us via zoom. When you register you will be provided the ZOOM meeting link to join the conversation. \nFree and open to the public\, but registration is required.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/tuesday-night-record-club-saturday-night-fever/
LOCATION:Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T193000
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SUMMARY:Oral History Series featuring Vini Lopez
DESCRIPTION:Most oral histories are recorded behind closed doors. This one happens in front of you. Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez — the original drummer from the Steel Mill days through Greetings from Asbury Park\, N.J. and The Wild\, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle — sits down with our Director\, Eileen Chapman\, for a session that becomes part of the permanent collection\, and you’ll be in the room as it’s made.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/oral-history-series-featuring-vini-lopez/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oral History Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
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SUMMARY:The Soundtrack of Resilience: Music and 9/11
DESCRIPTION:In the aftermath of the September 11 attacks\, music played a powerful role in helping Americans mourn\, remember\, and begin to heal. This multimedia presentation explores how both existing songs and new music resonated deeply with the public in this somber period—from the emotional impact of Whitney Houston’s stirring national anthem to the inspirational message of “Hero” by Mariah Carey. At the center of the discussion is The Rising\, in which Bruce Springsteen captured the grief\, courage\, and hope that defined the months following the attacks.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/the-soundtrack-of-resilience-music-and-9-11/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000
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SUMMARY:The Bruce Springsteen Lyric Lab Presents: “Thunder Road”
DESCRIPTION:Released in 1975 as the opening track on Born to Run\, “Thunder Road” has become one of Bruce Springsteen’s most beloved songs—a sweeping story of youth\, escape\, uncertainty\, and the promise of something better. Through the characters of Mary and an unnamed narrator\, Springsteen transforms a front porch\, a car\, and an open road into symbols of possibility\, while leaving us to wonder whether the future his characters imagine is truly within their reach.\n\nIn this session of The Bruce Springsteen Lyric Lab\, we will examine the lyrics\, imagery\, characters\, and evolution of “Thunder Road\,” placing the song within the larger story of Born to Run and Springsteen’s career at a pivotal moment in 1975. Participants will explore how Springsteen uses place\, movement\, and cinematic imagery to create a vivid narrative world; consider the song’s complicated relationship with ideas of escape and the American Dream; and trace how the song developed through early drafts\, alternate lyrics\, and performances. Along the way\, we’ll ask what Mary and the narrator are really running toward—or away from—and consider a question that has helped make “Thunder Road” so enduring: Is this ultimately a song of hope\, desperation\, or both?\n\nModerated by Director of Curatorial Affairs Melissa Kozlowski\, in conjunction with YOU\, the audience.\n\nAbout The Bruce Springsteen Lyric Lab\n\nThe Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music invites audiences to look beyond the music and explore the stories\, characters\, themes\, and ideas that have made Bruce Springsteen one of America’s most important songwriters.\n\nThe Bruce Springsteen Lyric Lab is an ongoing lecture and discussion series that takes a close look at individual songs and recurring themes throughout Springsteen’s catalog. Through guided analysis\, historical context\, archival materials\, recorded performances\, and audience discussion\, participants will examine how Springsteen uses language\, imagery\, character\, and narrative to tell stories about work\, family\, community\, faith\, justice\, identity\, and the American experience.\n\nEach session focuses on a single song or closely related group of songs\, exploring their origins\, evolution\, and enduring relevance. Together\, attendees will discover how Springsteen’s songs function not only as popular music\, but also as poetry\, social history\, and a uniquely American form of storytelling.\n\nWhether you are a lifelong fan or new to Springsteen’s work\, The Lyric Lab offers an opportunity to listen more closely\, think more deeply\, and engage with one of the most influential bodies of songwriting in modern American culture.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/the-bruce-springsteen-lyric-lab-presents-thunder-road/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay\, and the Art of Rock Promotion (2025) with Paul Rappaport
DESCRIPTION:Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay\, and the Art of Rock Promotion (2025) \nPre-register here: https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/BFUkN2syRVmtEFKoWt1EbA \nPAUL RAPPAPORT enjoyed a storied thirty-three-year career at Columbia Records where \nhe played a pivotal role in the careers of Bob Dylan\, Bruce Springsteen\, Pink Floyd\, The \nRolling Stones\, Billy Joel\, Journey\, Elvis Costello\, Judas Priest\, Alice in Chains\, and \nmany more. As senior vice-president of rock promotion and marketing he became regarded \nas the most renowned rock promotion man in the USA. \nGliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay And The Art Of Rock Promotion captures the magic times of the rock record business from the late 60’s through the 90’s in an entertaining “you are there” style\, featuring not only the artists but many colorful behind the scenes characters—disc jockeys\, promoters\, managers\, and record company personnel who made it all happen. \nThis dynamic memoir also reveals never-before-heard secrets of promotion and event style marketing that turned the music industry on its head. From creating the Pink Floyd airship to sword-fighting with Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden\, receiving a guitar lesson from Keith Richards\, and playing live onstage at London Arena with Pink Floyd\, it’s a book packed full of extraordinary adventures with some of the biggest names in rock. \nAdditional Bio information \nWhile at Columbia Paul also co-created and executive produced the Emmy Award-winning music television series A&E’s Live by Request and the popular live radio series The Columbia Records Radio Hour. Upon leaving Columbia Paul formed his own production company\, Tres Hombres\, and for many years wrote the ‘Backstage Access’ blog for Classics Du Jour. He was the lead guitarist in the pioneering LA punk band Mogan David & His Winos. Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay\, And The Art Of Rock Promotion is his first book. He lives in Port Washington\, New York. \nFor reviews\, media interview highlights\, and contact information go to: glidersoverhollywood.com \nConversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSCAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-gliders-over-hollywood-airships-airplay-and-the-art-of-rock-promotion-2025-with-paul-rappaport/
LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/BFUkN2syRVmtEFKoWt1EbA 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T193000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Ron Aniello: American Songwriter\, Record Producer\, Composer\, Artist\, and Musician
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Ron Aniello: American songwriter\, record producer\, composer\, artist\, and musician. \nSpend an evening with Ron Aniello: American songwriter\, record producer\, composer\, artist\, and musician. Bruce Springsteen’s longtime\, Grammy-nominated producer on Wrecking Ball\, Western Stars\, Letter to You will be interviewed by musicologist and radio disc-jockey\, Rich Russo. He takes us inside the studio to share the stories and craft behind the art. \nTickets on sale Monday\, August 24 at 12pm noon est. \nDoors: 7:00PM \nEvent Start Time: 7:30PM
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/an-evening-with-ron-aniello-american-songwriter-record-producer-composer-artist-and-musician/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
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SUMMARY:Jake Thistle Official Album Release Show
DESCRIPTION:Jake Thistle will premiere and perform songs from his new LP “ A Stranger By Design “ hosted by the legendary Tom Cunningham. \nAbout Jake Thistle: https://jakethistle.com/
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/jake-thistle-official-album-release-show/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
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SUMMARY:The Music + Film Series Featuring Woody Guthrie and the Ghost of Tom Joad Now
DESCRIPTION:Written and directed by Greg Mitchell\, the documentary is narrated by Rosanne Cash\, with music by Woody Guthrie and Bruce Springsteen. Mitchell\, the longtime senior editor at Crawdaddy\, first connected with Bruce in 1972 and helped create the first national magazine piece written about him. \nPlus\, the East Coast premiere of Mitchell’s short film Woody Lives!\, featuring Springsteen\, Dylan\, Seeger\, Morello\, Mavis Staples and many more. Stay after the screening for a discussion with Mitchell and Bob Santelli\, Executive Director and author of Hard Travelin’: The Life and Legacy of Woody Guthrie.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/the-music-film-series-featuring-woody-guthrie-and-the-ghost-of-tom-joad-now/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T103000
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SUMMARY:Fan Stories: A Monthly Oral History Program
DESCRIPTION:For more than fifty years\, Bruce Springsteen’s music has been a part of the lives of listeners around the world— a soundtrack of first concerts and road trips\, of friendships and family traditions\, of difficult moments\, and of celebrations. Those experiences are an important part of the history that the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music seeks to preserve. \nSpringsteen Fan Stories is a monthly oral history program inviting fans to sit down with one of the Center’s trained docents to share their own Springsteen stories. These informal\, audio-recorded conversations will capture memories of concerts\, favorite songs and albums\, encounters with Bruce and the E Street Band\, friendships formed through fandom\, collecting traditions\, and the many ways Springsteen’s music has intersected with fans’ lives. \nInterviews will take place at the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music and\, with participants’ permission\, become part of the Center’s growing historical record.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/fan-stories-a-monthly-oral-history-program/
LOCATION:Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, 07740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T193000
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SUMMARY:From the Vault: Thom Zimny Presents Rare and Unseen Film Footage
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night from the vault with Emmy and GRAMMY award winning filmmaker\, Thom Zimny\, sharing rare footage from his 25 years working with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/from-the-vault-thom-zimny-presents-rare-and-unseen-film-footage/
LOCATION:Powell Soundstage\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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