Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - The Ghost of Tom Joad (Live ft. Tom Morello)

[@pj7309]

55 year old African American man. First time hearing this in 2024. Where have I been!!! Brought me to tears.

[@sjduskin]

Tom Joad has been a staple of Tom Morello/Rage Against the Machine shows forever. But this was the only tour Spirngsteen inluded it in his playlist. And this Anaheim show - which I attended for wildly different reasons - was the first one Tom Morello joined the E Street Band for. They have since repeated the collab several times since. It's a Socialist Dream performance!

[@omanmc]

Such a great performance, you should check his Stayin' alive with Tom Morello in Australia 2014 too!

[@wallacerobison6620]

It's so great. Lyrical, feels, and definitely guitar/playing ability showcased

[@annemartin1420]

Yup me too at 64 😂

[@OneEyedGatekeeper]

31 over here. Its never too late my friends.

[@sjduskin]

I was THERE that night! We had NO idea that we were about to get our heads blown away. Just one of the most amazing musical moments in my life. The SONG! The Vocal DUET! That guitar solo FINALE! Everybody in that place was blown away. And no one knew it was coming.

[@danharrison945]

Vocal duet/harmony blew me away!

[@amfmr]

Awesome performance!

[@NirreFirre]

I can imagine. I tuned in for the Musicare Tribute to Bruce (2014, Jon Stewart etc) and when Tom played the song by himself I was floored! Even the stiff crowd (at tables, all being "important" in the popular music scene) They're absolutely even better together.

[@HarmonicaMan1955]

Morello is so good just blew everyone’s mind

[@belalugosi2448]

So lucky man. Greetings from Athens,Greece.

[@firebrand7681]

'Nebraska' and 'Ghost of Tom Joad' are often viewed as oddities of Bruce's discography. Honestly, I think they are the best of it.

[@donc.123]

Bruce has said, in the book about the making of Nebraska, that he believes that this will be the album he'll be remembered for. Made solo, in his bedroom, on amateur equipment.

[@ulrichwill496]

Yesss!! 👍👍❤🇨🇭

[@ObtuseRubberGoose628]

100000% agree

[@mc76]

They are a bit sleepy, though. One of my favorite reviews said, "The Ghost of Tom Joad makes Nebraska look like James Brown at the Apollo."

[@donh3595]

We were lucky enough to see the Ghost of Tom Joad show at the Oakdale in Wallingford Connecticut back in 96. Great Show. Small venue, had great seats, a night to remember.

[@indychoate8350]

No one, and I mean no one ever revealed the heart and soul of John Steinbeck than these men in such a compassionate and inspirational manner!!!

[@goghman]

well said sir

[@walluvalkama3927]

Just finished the book. Whoa.. Didn't make me a communist though, but damn.

[@indychoate8350]

Again, my comments have nothing to do with politics! They come from a purely spiritual perspective! I am commenting on the “Talent” of Steinbeck and these artists.@@walluvalkama3927

[@carolreid4821]

Amen

[@carolreid4821]

@@indychoate8350 Yes.

[@amandajames5068]

This is out of this world. I don’t know how many times I’ve watched it. Tom’s guitar is an extension of himself. You cannot separate the two

[@chefrick247]

I'm only on viewing 2. Viewing 1, I was just totally blown away. Morello basically drops the bulls on parade solo, mid solo! Nothing better than when you find a new favourite youtube vid is there?

[@greenman7612]

Sadly.

[@steveayres49]

One of the best live performances you'll ever see

[@anelladambrosio2513]

Steve ayres!sono d'accordo con te! 😅😘😘💘

[@ulrichwill496]

The best!!!

[@paulorlando5877]

Agree.

[@lucho_1980]

Just mindblowingly bonkers

[@MadScientist267]

Uh on that I gotta solidly disagree lol

[@paulzwick324]

Tom morello is one of the greatest guitarists I’ve seen, technique, sound, heart, soul, expressiveness. You can tell he loves his craft and believes deeply in the messages of his music. And what an incredible collaboration with Bruce. Who would have thought. This version is one of my favorite songs/performances now

[@cttmattchu69]

Legend had it that he wields a weapon that kills fascism.

[@birdzilla106]

@@cttmattchu69 He inherited it from Woody and he wields it like a champion.

[@johnthorne4093]

@@cttmattchu69 Superhero!!

[@bobbyjackson9717]

I LOVE THAT..!...YES HE DOES....it's called...COURAGE....and INTEGRITY....I think he Loves Life Family and the World we live in ...But WANTS TO MAKE IT A BETTER PLACE....we need MORE ...TOM MORELLOS ..... HEY....TOM FOR PRESIDENT.... .. ..

[@sherrigoodwin9856]

Rock Hall bound!!!! 🙌🏻♥️

[@nickvitale6024]

Tom Morello's guitar solo is one if not the greatest guitar solo of all time. So many different styles mixed into one solo. Absolutely perfect.

[@markdixon8904]

You must be joking?

[@awboat]

nah, it is silly for the most part

[@janbudin5900]

I' ve just finished the Grapes of Wrath, where the main character is Tom Joad and first thing I did after I've closed the book, I put up this video...and touching the glory of being a human alive, I almost died...it broke my heart in thousand pieces and them took them and put them together in the lap of the loving divine. I just went through one of the most intense moments of my crazy life

[@meme4one]

Exactly the same here. I remembered the song title but only after reading Grapes of Wrath, I revisited this song. American music and literature at its best.

[@robsmissen4]

@@janbudin5900 I read about half. I wound up depressed enough to be admitted as a Psychiatric outpatient. I haven't finished the book but I found it an incredible work of art. One day I might finish it, and I saw the movie when I was young and could cry it out. I love this song because it has hope, and it calls on solidarity.

[@EVILKIMMELSSP]

I hadn't read the book until the album was announced. As a Bruce nut, I read the book. Changed my life. My favorite book of all time. No teacher assigned it, never needed to read it. I just did. So glad I did.

[@robertevans6596]

Very well expressed my friend. Beautiful poetry in your words 🌠

[@mark420vxxx]

The people who attended that concert never imagine how lucky the were to see Tom and Bruce together playing one of the best live performances

[@adfreeopi6285]

I was there! I it was 2009 or 2010 in Anaheim. I was living in San Diego at the time. This version just blew me away!

[@thomascollette6322]

I recently learned that Public Enemy, the Beastie Boys, and Murphy's Law once played a show together in NYC. I thought to myself that if ever a time machine was invented, that would be my first visit. After seeing this, that show has become #2.

[@JDawg8733]

My mom made me go with to see Bruce at Wrigley Field chicago illinois back in like 2010 or 11 maybe idk. Little did I know Tom Morellp was there. Also EDDIE Vedder

[@m46273]

@@charlesfarce9059 Grapes pressed juice out wrath

[@bencyabraham2767]

April 7 & 8, 2008 in Anaheim at the Honda Center. I was at those shows for the Magic Tour. It was incredible. These 2 shows need to be archive live releases

[@shanemac5366]

I lived in my car for quite a while and always felt that the poetry of music was a salvation. Thank you, Bruce and Tom Morello for this rendition of a great song that fills my heart with hope.

[@isabellanerman7607]

♥

[@BBryan-win]

I'm living in my car in Australia where we have a housing crisis. Cancer a broken hip and back that will never heal and I'm just blown away as well. Smiles. Tears.

[@ocean1233]

Brought to tears.... NEVER in my Life have I heard the quitar played like that. Magnificent ‼️🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@mapiador]

Same here...

[@goghman]

same here

[@pj7309]

Same here!! 😭

[@Leroys_Stuff]

Same

[@Dave-qj1yg]

Ehm Prince?

[@davemcintosh8638]

Morello’s solo is stunning, amazing, non human. I’m as awestruck as I was the first time each time I watch it. He reaches beyond any guitarist I’ve ever seen. It’s other worldly.

[@janinebryant1316]

Agreed

[@wendideleoncampbell4174]

Yep 👍

[@Clancy1994]

Absolutely! One other incredible guitarist I would have loved to seen Bruce collaborate with is Rory Gallagher....in my dreams now unfortunately ☹️

[@mikehill7587]

I love ❤️ poor and rich but been home less before not fun God bless you and your family 🙏❤️ Michael

[@hemulik.8117]

Oh yes.. that's some guitar playing at the highest possible grandmaster level.. stunning really is the word to describe it :)

[@boyvale]

The Grapes of Wrath should be required reading for anyone who can read. And anyone who's read it and felt the same anger over the fate of the Joads will appreciate this song beyond its musicality.

[@carolreid4821]

Have read it. Agree.

[@carolreid4821]

Have read it. Agree. Parallels these uncertain times: the masses of homelessness.😮

[@carolreid4821]

Have read it. Agree. Parallels these uncertain times: the masses of homelessness.😮

[@bobbyjackson9717]

Bruce is an Icon in his own right...but I will also say....Tom Morello is BY FAR...one of if not THE BEST and INNOVATIVE guitarist since THE GREAT JIMMY HENDRIX....if u don't believe it ask Mary...his mom...or the other THOUSANDS !....of fans. He unselfishly works with other musicians....known or not well known....He brings a special LIGHT to their music.....THANK YOU TOM MORRELLO !.....

[@ratius1979]

Morello destroys Hendrix. By a mile

[@bobbyjackson9717]

Yes He does....but remember Who OPENED THE DOORWAY to Wonderland man...

[@brianglendenning1632]

I have seen Springsteen with Morello. Unbelievable. Bruce and Tom are a magic mix.

[@rowanmelton7643]

Listen to his solos with Audioslave and say this again...

[@carolreid4821]

@@bobbyjackson9717 Yep.

[@vegasdad]

Here after today’s Howard Stern Show interview with Tom Morello. They discuss this performance in detail. It’s great!

[@JoePaull]

His interveiew was awesome. I'm here because of that too!

[@mm0901]

Same!!

[@Jonesy_Ford]

Ditto !

[@bradleydavis5198]

Me too

[@ericavila206]

Me five, Who knew Tom Morello could sing?

[@Whooooooops]

Bruce Springsteen is one of my dads childhood idols, Tom Morello is one of mine. I've known of this song for ages but i usually listen to the RATM version whenever i listen to it. My god, how have i missed this? There's something special about this performance, Bruce's raw emotion in his voice and Tom's raw emotion in his guitar, it's a perfect mix. That solo from Tom had my laughing at how talented he is and crying for how beautiful it is at the same time. Absolutely incredible.

[@stevensendor7216]

I couldn't agree more. The combination of this song and the current pandemic inspired this song: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHWkiqt3mbx8iJY This whole performance is legendary. Historic. Especially for Tom Morello, who gave a Hendrix-at-Woodstock-level performance and made me a fan. And, of course, Springsteen's heartbreaking, gut wrenching writing and intense performance. You know, now that I think about it, what makes Morello so great here is that he matches Springsteen's intensity. It's like they're both performing with life-or-death consequences hanging in the balance.

[@Whooooooops]

@@stevensendor7216 yeah i completely agree. Tom's solo here is honestly one of the best live solos ever in my opinion, absolutely incredible performance

[@РусинИгнатьев]

"В душах людей наливаются и зреют гроздья гнева - тяжелые гроздья, и дозревать им теперь уже недолго. "

[@davemcintosh8638]

Beautifully written. I concur. It’s pure excellence. Period.

[@GumnutsX]

Was Tom having a seizure?

[@maximpowers1]

I am from Norway, and this is the strongest song i ever heard, i love it , freedom of AMERICA...

[@brucebostick2521]

freedom is what we tore from the rich man's claws!

[@catherinearmstrong322]

My Doctor just told me to seek this out. Amazing. He said he's seen Springsteen 125 times all over the world. He's going to Stockholm then London to see him again this year.

[@johnrodermund3302]

The song tells a timely story, and both Bruce and Tom make this soulful for those that are fighting the good fight .

[@JackDaniels-pl1mv]

Fact

[@donnaboston7476]

I love how Bruce looks truly surprised and deeply pleased with Tom's awesome riffs, he is all smiles, and you can see him yell "Go!"

[@gianlucadavoli2676]

Should be the soundtrack of the entire world. "I have spent my life judging the distance between American reality and the American dream". You got it, thank you so much Boss. From Italy

[@Greshnik5126]

It is.... From Russia, kzbin.info/www/bejne/noWYZXeor5iBiKc

[@27Lajon]

I wonder if they realized just how amazing this performance was turning out to be...incredible.

[@TheLamedisaster]

Short answer is no. If you ever listen to an interview where Tom talks about it he was convinced it was going to be terrible because he just couldn't get it in the key Bruce wanted it in.

[@wendideleoncampbell4174]

They went on to play several more venues around the world 🌎👌🤩🤟🤟🤟

[@gsrossco]

When they came to Australia Tom stepped in for SVZ who was in Europe filming lilyhammer. Such an amazing concert, they played Ghost of Tom Joad.... one of the best shows I've ever seen.

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

😅😮😢🎉😂

[@sjduskin]

They do tealize. Morello and Springsteen have both talked about it years later, in awe. I just can't believe I happened to be there that nigh, out of dumb luck.

[@marcusgrillo962]

Nothing has ever made my heart race like this song.... This is the definition of rock and roll. Musical Geniuses.

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

😅😮😢🎉🎉😂

[@silviavieiradias]

Concordo Marcos 😂

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

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[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

Motello csra de ñillo y foms js jusni ze durnts ks muturrsd😅😮😢🎉😂😂

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

La scudtocs mols mohollon wufvru wuevytdlls😅😮😢🎉😂😂

[@juani2929]

The way Tom makes his guitar cry reflects how sad this song is.

[@mikehill7587]

People just want a job or helping ✋

[@marianorapanelli9659]

This is exactly the way this song should always be performed... With fury, wrath, frustration and anger... Excellent... Best lyrics ever !!!!

[@michaelhildebrand600]

Straight Up Mariano. Way to tear it up. Excellent indeed,

[@LuisSanchez-pe4hv]

He'll yeah

[@clayman648]

It's such a beautiful piece, 3rd day listening in... It's just powerful

[@stevenferreira9913]

@@LuisSanchez-pe4hv so true

[@americanlordbusiness]

Or with Rage...

[@ThufirHawatt]

Always fascinated when rich, successful musicians sing like they know what hard times look like to the masses.

[@tinbolt]

Haha😂. Bruce has been around a long time buddy. He earned it.

[@crimdell]

I've always admired this song. When Bruce writes about injustices in the world, I listen intently. And then RATM covered it, and I absolutely LOVED the energy and passion they put into it. But when Bruce and Tom Morello collaborated on this song something magic happened. This version of the song should be required listening for every person alive. This is magic. It haunts me to the point that I play it again and again. This is magic.

[@nkjrm348]

Required listening for all politicians around the world.

[@lazls1]

Same. For the past ten years I’ve watched various renditions of this act. I especially watch it to remind me that there are people out there actively fighting injustice. I really love is the acknowledgment of Bruce Springsteen for Tom Morello. In a real way, the Troubador’s rejection of inequality passes from Woody Guthrie, through Steinbeck and Springsteen. And now Morello reminds us that Tom Joad is just as relevant as ever. Waiting for the last to be first...neath the underpass, in a cardboard box. Damn.

[@MyPisceanNature]

My absolute favorite rendition of this song, though I have yet to hear a version I don't love. This rendition brings me to tears every time I listen to it.

[@scribblesthejuggalodenver3009]

I saw Bruce at Mile High stadium here in Denver 1986 Born in the USA tour, 2 nights 36 degrees, but warm as fuck, adrenaline STJ

[@andrewgreaves6448]

sell a Shirt. didn't do anything about it. Awesome. Just l;isten

[@Gmansour1971]

Bruce is the Boss, always against the grain. Morello is simply a beast who refuses to be regular and is always a part of a movement. Amazing

[@agatamazzone4894]

The BOSS is John Steinbeck..

[@janinebryant1316]

Well said!

[@lindanorris2455]

XCEPT FOR HIS LOVE AFFAIR WITH OBAMA.

[@maestro0428]

The is one of the greatest moments in rock and roll history.

[@BetoTheButcher]

Tom's guitar almost got me crying it was damn good. It managed to put the biggest smile on my face.

[@johnthorne4093]

Absolutely; it’s a pretty short walk from tears to a smile.

[@sonicjackalopeproductions3342]

Powerful. Especially performed by two men who understand and believe the words

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

zorsgsruuf

[@BrigitteLuiseDornseifer-fd4cc]

And i am from Germany and i don:t know how many times per day i am listening to this great wonderful song and these lyrics....it is transcendent. Song belongs to heaven...

[@RicAdbur]

I love how much Bruce is into Tom's solo at the end. :)

[@johnbarter3446]

Absolutely Speechless !

[@stevensendor7216]

This performance is legendary. Historic. Especially for Tom Morello, who gave a Hendrix-at-Woodstock-level performance and made me a fan. And, of course, Springsteen's heartbreaking, gut wrenching writing and intense performance.

[@teresawallace1721]

Beautifuly done

[@recomgaming8690]

I agre best song \/

[@kirkfeely7703]

Holy snakes! Morello was insane on this song.

[@axelp5554]

Well, buddy, your comment is pretty good too ;-)

[@stevensendor7216]

@@axelp5554 Mine?

[@ianm7501]

Perfection in live music, gut wrenching perfection. Steinbeck would be proud of this masterful song, describing a prodigal son-like Tom Joad leading his family through despair into the promised land of the times while at the same time fighting his demons and finding peace in true selflessness.

[@HughBarton-yc9uu]

Thank you for the Steinbeck shoutout. You are exactly correct, in my semi- educated opinion.

[@ToddCT-ko8kf]

Steinbeck and Bruce would have been best friends IMO. They are an extension of each other. Both geniuses!

[@jadehmiller]

"Mom, where ever there's a cop beating a guy. Where ever a hungry newborn baby cries. Where there's a fight against the blood and hatred in the air. Look for me mom, I'll be there. Whenever somebody's fighting for a place to stand. For a decent job or a helping hand. Whenever somebody's struggling to be free. Look in their eyes mom you'll see me."

[@lorijohnson2348]

John Henry Miller Pretty much sums up this year, doesn’t it? And not just this year, but these times, in general. 😕

[@brannistankovic2683]

Pretty simple....obey the law. Stop using the racecard

[@robertcubinelli4961]

@@brannistankovic2683 Simpler. Get rid of you right wing Trumpsters and the babies and moms will eat again.

[@ItalianEmpireTorino.]

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[@edwardfetner2513]

Written by a guy with more acres of land than you and I will see in our lifetime. What a crock. Good song though, can't deny that much.

[@gudlisner501]

The ghost of Steinbeck and Guthrie still roams the land.

[@birdzilla106]

I'm ashamed of myself for never seeing this before. This is nothing short of genius work from two legends. Simply fantastic performance! Tom's "Bulls on Parade" scratching made me love this version even more.

[@petermcclenaghan5735]

good to see you have caught up

[@firebrand7681]

Easy... no hard feelings.

[@johnthorne4093]

Don't be ashamed; just be glad. I told my kids when we watched this together: Springsteen shows himself to be a pretty good lead guitarist, and he is an undying legend. Morello shows himaelf to be an other-worldly lead guitarist, and he is, relatively speaking, unknown. Our self-worth comes from our close associates, our co-workers, but most importantly, ourselves, and not from the outside world which neither knows us nor understands us.

[@birdzilla106]

@@johnthorne4093 I agree 100% that Springsteen is an excellent guitarist, and he could have shown more of his chops, but he let Morello absolutely slay the solo and the audience. I especially loved the "Bulls on Parade" scratching. This is my favorite version of one of my favorite songs.

[@brianmartin9975]

As a DJ, I was blown away by the scratching sounds he was making with that guitar, so dope!

[@jemsmay2167]

If there is a better guitar solo played by a human I haven’t heard it. Skill and passion on display.

[@terrymajewski8028]

This is the version of "Tom Joad" we need today. You can almost see that police officer bearing Tom in this. Such power.

[@grahambradd3839]

Love will win over hate always

[@Sharky165]

Remember George Floyd and all others needlessly killed by racist cops.

[@johngilliam6764]

​@@Sharky165no one cares about george floyd

[@shanebush2751]

Tom is a woefully underrated player. That solo was absolutely from the depths of his soul and just memorizing. Even Bruce was blown away. These 2 make an odd pairing of styles absolutely magical.

[@pyajudeme9245]

Underrated? He is widely considered one of the greatest of all time.

[@dalegago6948]

That's got to be one of the greatest lead guitar performances ever.

[@bodywise007]

A stunning performance. I just love this version.

[@franniebhoycarfin]

This is one of the best live performances of any song ever......

[@pamplemoussebleu8422]

Springsteen + Morello = perfection.

[@TheAlbinoSquad]

Yo

[@jackmarron9710]

Only a musical genius could take this original 1995 acoustic song, and turn it into such a great rocker with Tom Morello!!!

[@soundknight]

Yeah, never mind actual musical genius like Max Richter's dazzling re-harmonisation of Vivaldi' universally significant 'For Seasons' or Bach's 3 versions of his own Sinfonia for solo violin partita (No.3) and lute suite (No.4). These 3 chords converted from melancholy blues to another simple rock song ... THAT'S GENIUS! (Ha, ha).

[@EngineeringTechnikcom]

@@soundknight I mean, yeah Springsteen is simple, Morello, even more so... but you're still a smug unlikeable twat for not realizing that "genius" comes in many shapes and sizes. And has Vivaldi ever gotten you laid? I doubt it. No more than using the phrase "dazzling reharmonization" ever has, even with your dumb superfluous hyphen.

[@EngineeringTechnikcom]

@@soundknight GUYS GUYS I'M TALKING ABOUT VIVALI AND SPELLING REHARMONIZATION INCORRECTLY IN A ROOM FULL OF TOM MORELLO FANS! DID I READ THE ROOM CORRECTLY??? Autism is a hell of a drug.

[@doby199726]

Damn awesome guitar solo!! Never tired of listening to Tom’s solo, he put so much soul into it! I saw an interview and he talks how he had prepared to perform this song with Bruce, then day of performance he said that they were gonna play the song in a different key. He said that Bruce reassured him that he would do just fine. He did way more than fine. Awesome performance!

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

😅😮😢🎉😂❤

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

😅😅😮😢🎉😂😂

[@jensholzer2889]

The version is a revelation. I'm a huge fan of Bruce, but this version knocked me over the first time I've heard it for over 10 years and all my friends "had to" listen to it. I don't know if I'll ever be impressed by a song again immediately and so sustainably, but I hope so.

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

😅😮😢🎉😂

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

I😅😮😢🎉😂😂

[@jasontinmar]

I never thought I would cry watching a guitar solo but this is so freaking amazing ! It goes totally under my skin ! Tom is AMAZING !

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

Vsi es muy buens😅😮😢🎉😂 6:41 😅😮😢🎉😂❤ 6:49

[@dantheman1534]

Did you see the huge smile on Bruce's face as he watched Tom go off on that epic of epic guitar solos. I think Tom blew Bruce's mind. Believe this was at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Ca. Saw it live. That's as good as it gets. After first couple songs, Bruce says, "We're out for blood tonite."

[@lancerooney1785]

One of the greatest songs ever written, one of the best duets ever performed and one of the most spectacular guitar solos ever played by Bruce 'the king' Springsteen and the incredible Tom Morello.

[@dariushlarijani8083]

@Myname izmud187 do not forget Zack de la roacha

[@hillx021hill3]

This is the near-perfect expression of the Struggle (capital S). And I constantly think about this song as I walk and drive through my beautiful, flawed, tattered hometown, Minneapolis. And as I see the noble comrades that feel like "a fella ain't got a soul of his own, but on'y a piece of a big one..."

[@johnirving3047]

This is one of the coolest fucking things I've ever seen. Tom Morello doesn't compromise his style for ANYBODY.

[@stevend1354]

maybe one of the most amazing performaces I've ever seen

[@777sicilia]

TheInfiniteGroove Man, close to it!! I wish Bruce and Tom did more together. And the smile on Bruce’s face when Tom goes off into his solo is just priceless!! This song was perfect for these two iconic musicians/artists. Wow!

[@stevensendor7216]

I couldn't agree more. The combination of this song and the current pandemic inspired this song: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHWkiqt3mbx8iJY This whole performance is legendary. Historic. Especially for Tom Morello, who gave a Hendrix-at-Woodstock-level performance and made me a fan. And, of course, Springsteen's heartbreaking, gut wrenching writing and intense performance. You know, now that I think about it, what makes Morello so great here is that he matches Springsteen's intensity. It's like they're both performing with life-or-death consequences hanging in the balance.

[@c.lv.8623]

Makes me feel pretty special to see Bruce so impressed by another artist giving it all, very cool.

[@michellehalpin7995]

Bruce respects and gives credit to his fellow musicians, he enjoys jamming with them🎸

[@donnareidt3473]

One of my favorite😍 Thank You both together this is just awesome ❤

[@Natalie1281998]

I just watched a Tom Morello interview and it gives this song a whole new meaning. Tom is a heck of a smart man politically, and he is sooo talented with guitar. Bruce, you're a legend!! You, by far, are my all-time favorite musician, and I'm SOOO lucky to see the two of you live for this song on 4-26-12. Keep rocking, Boss!!

[@johnthorne4093]

I just came to this video a few weeks ago. I am so grateful to have been able share Springsteen's time on this earth (Morello's too).

[@rb11rb]

Tom’s a smart kind man no doubt. He also graduated from Harvard.

[@alanamcconnell2977]

Seeing Bruce live, especially playing this song with Tom morello, was awesome.

[@scudder991]

I was there also, with my wife. Blew the roof off. I'd always wondered what it was like to be in the audience during an iconic rock performance. Thankfully now i know.

[@ChristyStallings]

There are better words than I have to say how this song taps into our most primal sense of justice, fairness and dignity. Springsteen and Morello’s dusty throats singing our fears and courage; as told by Steinbeck. American music and literature can’t get better than this.

[@matthewmoeller3348]

Nowadays, it's something we are sorely beginning to lack.

[@danielkorladis7869]

This song is a clenched fist.

[@tommybecket506]

Has tattoo.

[@tommybecket506]

=Mine.

[@ScorpionFiore]

My image over the horizon each and every time I listen to it, which happens often. With a bleeding heart and the clenched fist in the air.

[@paulsharpe249]

11 years ago. Still the same. The clenched fist us a weak symbol... pain and retribution has the desired effect

[@artyomfomin5218]

Russian group Джанни Родари made cover on Russian language. I was on premiere of this cover and new album yesterday. Cool song... It's more than song.

[@jaeljade3609]

I don't know how many times I've listened to this since they did their first performance together. So good.... perfection

[@totterdown13]

Never. Just never have I come across a more magical musical collaboration. Thank you Bruce and Tom

[@dominator1583]

I was waiting for Tom Morella to finish playing & look up at everyone & have a Marty Mcfly moment "Guess u guys aren't ready for that ...But ur kids are gonna love it "

[@INDIANDRUMS98]

awesome comment!

[@stevensendor7216]

Funny

[@TheVandermann]

Nice one!

[@Leroys_Stuff]

Nice

[@marcshaw8552]

😂Big fookin lol to that my friend

[@PriestessOfNothing]

Tom killed it, brought it back to life and killed it again. That was an amazing pairing.

[@gilgameshofsumer7375]

this is one of the most powerful songs I've ever heard

[@Executioner458]

Words cannot describe, how much I love this particular live-edition of this song. I saw it first in 2008...Tom just plays with his heart, that ending-solo is just pure emotion. The studio-version on the new Springsteen-album is also great, but this one will always be number one.

[@sambrowne694]

THE GRIMM REALITY OF THE BROKEN AMERICAN DREAM GONE WRONG FOR THE AVERAGE JOE'S &JANE'S...ONLY IN AMERICA THE GREATER DIVIDE BETWEEN THE HAVES & HAVENOTS.....CHILLING

[@mariarosasanjuangomez2028]

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[@hans-erikeriksson8654]

Tom has told about this night, he was very nervous but Bruce calmed him down. Tom had however played the E Street Band a surprise because during soundcheck he played his second solo "straight", but at the actual event he played it totally different which surprised everyone including Bruce. Next tour, he was on.

[@siri7102]

@@hans-erikeriksson8654 Takk for historie bak🫠

[@nirvanainchains209]

That joint guitar solo was fecking epic. who'd have thought this combination would be sooo damn good!!!

[@cmcolfax1]

Anyone who recognizes talent and passion! But still hard to comprehend until you hear it. Until you FEEL it.

[@MrBlackcaster]

This song is a timeless masterpiece.

[@carthag]

i doubt anybody but springsteen could put into words the anger of steinbeck's writing. please: join unions, join communities. we have to rise up. capitalism is destroying the planet and everyone on it. please find a friend in your neighborhood and talk about this, and help us all

[@tednordheimer815]

@@carthag e 1f

[@johnthorne4093]

I'm with you. Putting this song to "concert scale", and electric, then bringing in an icon like Morello, and finally, Springsteen's passion and anger in the performance, have brought tears to my eyes the thirty+ times I've listened to this video in the past few weeks.

[@stevensendor7216]

I couldn't agree more. The combination of this song and the current pandemic inspired this song: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHWkiqt3mbx8iJY This whole performance is legendary. Historic. Especially for Tom Morello, who gave a Hendrix-at-Woodstock-level performance and made me a fan. And, of course, Springsteen's heartbreaking, gut wrenching writing and intense performance. You know, now that I think about it, what makes Morello so great here is that he matches Springsteen's intensity. It's like they're both performing with life-or-death consequences hanging in the balance.

[@johnthorne4093]

Great comment, Steven

[@flobourdoune4290]

J'aime tout. Le son. Les paroles. La mélodie. Les arrangements. L'histoire. La voix. Sa voix. Leurs voix. Le chemin qu'ils montrent à suivre Help the homeless. J'ai bien retrouvé John Steinbeck et les vibrations et la poésie. J'aime les guitares qui parlent, pleurent et chantent. J'aime savoir partager ces émotions avec vous tous. Merci BS et TM.

[@flobourdoune4290]

Magnifique commentaire poétique. C'est exactement ce que je ressens. Merci

[@bryantackett8494]

That guitar solo is heaven sent!

[@Evrik95]

Tom Morello is my favorite guitarrist, nobody plays like he does.

[@ryancosgrove3176]

guys amazing

[@johnmccloskey3660]

Love how he gets turned loose at the end and he makes it his own.

[@fhdk227]

*Literally*

[@sottomayorjose3760]

Although old, the topic is dramatically current. A big hug Bruce. May all human beings hear your message. Thanks!

[@TheNorthwestWind]

has to be one of the best live performances of all time

[@ovip40]

So good and true, the lyrics are like a sharpened blade! Why can't more musicians sing about issues that really matter instead of those empty lyrics that bemoan their own life! Tired of all those love songs that don't make a difference, better let the world know that we need to address poverty, inequality, racism and government abuse in a powerful way!

[@albertortiz5277]

That's what we are sold and at the level they keep us with their joke of education. It really takes a sharp mind to grasp it and move on. 3, maybe 4 out of 10 can.

[@thetruthseeker1239]

All government's purpose is to enslave mankind and that's the reality. Look what is happening now, we are heading to the New World Order.

[@timward276]

Holy shit, this version knocked my socks off. I'd never heard any version other than the original, quiet acoustic one.

[@victorialynough8863]

The Grapes of Wrath is a wonderful novel by John Steinbeck which has a strong message for the moment we are living now

[@frankkarecki6429]

Facts!

[@anubisnine]

Just saw a post from @proustmalone on twitter. He said, "Absurdity is the state assigning you to read Grapes of Wrath at 16 and tear gassing you at 26 for understanding it."

[@dapperdementor3332]

Mike Holyoak YES

[@lyndakoers1389]

Read it a long, long time ago. Saw the movie with James Dean, and Richard Davolas. Listen to this CD. Constantly. As I watch this, right next door to me, local artists are painting a huge Black Lives Matter Mural on a wall. The artists are black, brown and white. I'm 78 yrs old. Love it.

[@rick19641216]

@@anubisnine right on....

[@altair769]

This is the first time I've heard Tom sing! Wow! I need more of this!

[@danharrison945]

Just discovered this. Morello doing his thing on guitar isn't a suprise, but his vocal harmonies with Springsteen? Wow!

[@syuhadaabdu2836]

Two legends are standing up on the stage: Bruce and Tom and this first time, we see Tom sings a song....

[@lsutundra]

HOLY SH!T. The standard for a live rock show. Incredible. Imagine BEING THERE.

[@dansavident6650]

lsutundra I was 👍

[@robgregory2781]

I was at a show in the pit right in front of Tom on this tour and when he ended his GOTJ solo we made eye contact just as he was saying to himself "F___ yeah!." Indeed. Awesome.

[@houstonteststudio4240]

Rocket Fuel for the soul...high octane music for the wary!!! The energy, the intensity, the Masters at work with no pretense and leaving it all on the stage...stunningly good!

[@ambivalentrants]

If ever there was a quintessential blue collar artist for the workers, the proletariat, it has got to be Bruce Springsteen.

[@petegoss7462]

I just wish everyone could experience the life of old tom joad

[@janetewing8910]

I absolutely love this. Tom's guitar playing is so phenomenal. I like this version the best with him and Bruce.

[@BlackJackLopez]

I was watching a good part of Bruce's interview with Howard Stern last night. It was just so good, so many things to think about. So many feelings, and so many songs. I think I found my new musical obsession.

[@MikeLaTorre]

Took my wife to see Audioslave at the very first concert of their very first US tour. She was like oh no, what have I let him do to me. Then she watched Tom Morello and her jaw literally dropped open. Literally. It's one of the best memories of my life.

[@VoxGothica]

Tom‘s solo at the end is one of my favorite guitar moments ever.

[@stevensendor7216]

I couldn't agree more. This whole performance is legendary. Historic. Especially for Tom Morello, who gave a Hendrix-at-Woodstock-level performance and made me a fan. What makes Morello so great here is that he matches Springsteen's intensity. It's like they're both performing with life-or-death consequences hanging in the balance.

[@rasaecnai]

true. the ending solo just capture that emotion of so much anger over so much injustice in the world.

[@Fiona-sg9wh]

Bruce's voice always continues to amaze me. Great duet!!

[@prayingmantis6777]

Bruce was 59yr old during this performance. I could tell he was having a good energy day this day.

[@janetewing8910]

This is so beautiful. Love this version the best. Toms guitar is so fantastic.

[@maxalire586]

My father is a huge Springstein fan, this song always stuck with me because of the lyrics and the insane solo tommy has at the end. I’m 20 years old and this song will forever live in my head until the day I die. Such an amazing piece of art

[@jameskirkley7341]

Bruce,we miss you,dude,my mind was not opened in my youth and I didn't give you the respect you deserved,this performance, shakes that respect out of me,thank you for this!

[@richardnolan3903]

Damn, I never knew Tom Morello had such a good voice.

[@ivoleijen2008]

Me neither..

[@janinebryant1316]

Neither did I.

[@timeckardt1032]

All after half a bottle of Jameson's too

[@hisredness8443]

you should check out the album bruce mentions... the night watchnman.. its tom morellos acustic album..

[@edthejester]

What cracks me up is he says he couldn't sing it in the key they settled on. I have no idea what he means, sounds ace to me!

[@jun813]

Damn, that guitar solo from tom morello til the end gave me goosebumps. What a powerful performance from both artist.

[@curtainsup9]

for those who don't know Tom Joad is a character from John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath...worth finding the movie or reading the book.

[@ossomatthew953]

No one has yet been able to depict the struggles of the working poor as masterfully as Steinbeck had in his writings.

[@janisber111]

This song totally changed as i read "The Grapes of Wrath". Honestly i dont know who makes each other better, song or book.

[@curtainsup9]

@@janisber111 Bruce nailed it ! I wish I had the book to re read...watched the movie again on Amazon

[@JamesWillmus]

Who wouldn't know this? Seriously, you'd have to live under a rock to not know about the "Grapes of Wrath"

[@janisber111]

@@JamesWillmus Yee, if your american. Other countries might not know about them.

[@YouzTube99]

This isn't just a song; it happened and is happening right now.

[@carthag]

it is a call to action imo. lets bring these suckers down

[@trashpanda6885]

@@carthag Arm the homeless -Tom Morello's Guitar

[@carthag]

@@trashpanda6885 hell yeah.

[@nicolasm400]

Kyle Kulinsky, The Hill, Jimmy Dore, Abby Martin, Richard Wolff. Organize, Join a Union! Bernie 2020

[@fedbumoz987]

From the past to the future through the present...

[@davidbonner6979]

I have ZERO musical abilities. But this song is a perfect collaboration between Bruce and Morello. Very powerful.