Bruce Springsteen's The Rising (Reaction!)

[@dougieyou]

Sebs, ..No smoke Machines, no costume changes, no backup dancers...Just the Boss and the Band and just look at the energy this man puts out. You will never be disappointed watching him. I have seen him several times and believe me there is no one who puts on a show like Bruce. His love of performing is genuine...you can see and feel it radiate throughout the arena.

[@visaman]

Not that there is anything wrong with smoke machines, costume changes, and dancers.

[@lisafalcione537]

Interview with Bruce after 911, he told the story of walking on the beach the day after 911 when a man walked past him on the shore. As the man passed him, the man said “We need you now, Bruce.” Bruce said that was what got him back in the studio at that time. We hadn’t really had any new Bruce music in a bit. His return on The Rising album was momentous. And that man on the beach was absolutely right.

[@janflewelling6277]

You picked the exact perfect performance to highlight this soul stirring song. They are in Barcelona about a year after 9/11 touring The Rising album, largely the Boss's reaction to the aftermath of the tragedy. Perfect song to open the concert. Amazing audience, most of whom we can assume do not have English as their primary language, but they are singing EVERY single word back to him, old and new songs alike. That's the impact he and the E Street Band have globally. And remember - he's in his 50's at the time of this concert. You really need to do yourself a favor and watch the ENTIRE concert video. You really can' t appreciate the Springsteen experience without seeing a concert. Highlight to look for is Mary's Place.

[@Karen_in_Canada]

I went to see this tour here in Toronto. Although we are 1 1/2 hour flight from New York all of our downtown was evacuated and the skies grew silent. Awful day for New York. This was a great song for that aftermath

[@michaelanthonycoach8640]

This Barcelona show is amazing !

[@HandOfFateNH]

100% agree that you’ve gotta do the whole concert! In my opinion the best ones from this concert are •The Rising •Prove it All Night •You’re Missing •Badlands •Mary’s Place •Dancing in the Dark •Born to Run •Thunder Road (my absolute favorite)

[@janflewelling6277]

@ Great recommendations. I would add Land of Hope and Dreams and Waiting on a Sunny Day. The only thing that would have made the concert perfect would be including Jungle Land. That was a surprising omission. But I guess you have to make some cuts when there’s so much material to choose from. At least they did include Thunder Road. Perfect closer.

[@EmilyEmilyEmily01]

I recommend buying the Rising album and just taking a drive - listen to it all the way through. One of the best

[@hatleyhoward7193]

Something about turning it all the way up and driving down the highway helps make this entire album.

[@janinechamplin6852]

The lyrics describe the firemen called to respond to the attack on the towers on 9/11 (on my back a 60 lb stone, on my shoulder, half mile of line), and who died trying to save others. This song, and really, the whole album gave me hope after the devastating aftermath of that soul crushing day - hope and peace in the belief that those souls who lost their physical lives in that tragic attack instantly ascended to a love and peace-filled afterlife. ❤

[@janflewelling6277]

@@trowdwp I’ve always wondered about the catfish lyric. Cool.

[@RockCowboy_00]

The song specificly written for firefighters in this album is "into the fire", which talks about those hero firefighters walking the twin tower stairs "Upstairs, into the fire" while other people were coming down.

[@mattconner6416]

"I was wearing the cross of my calling, on wheels of fire, I came rolling down here"

[@gkelly1528]

This Barcelona concert is one of the best live concerts you will ever see. Nobody is more engaging with his audience than Bruce. Check out My City of Ruins for a moving, rousing revival experience. Mary's Place is a fantastic upbeat party song that involves the whole band and Bruce puts on a show. The rest of that concert is filled with outstanding Springsteen songs as well.

[@wanderer0617]

I was fortunate to see Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band on The Rising tour. It was the soulful vibe we all needed after the shock of 9/11. His live performance at the New Orleans Jazz Fest of My City of Ruins from The Rising album is worth watching. It was just after Katrina. Very moving and hopeful. ❤

[@robhenerey]

Everyone who needed and heard this song at that time, especially in concert, was given Bruce's gift of smelling the roses.

[@janflewelling6277]

FYI - they didn't do a definitive end to the song because in that concert they go straight into the very next song. You can't blink in their concerts or you could miss a great moment.

[@isaacs9022]

Still brings tears - forever rise never forget

[@lykroc]

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - Youngstown (London Calling: Live In Hyde Park, 2009) is a great performance with a fantastic guitar solo finish.

[@sharongriffith2250]

I was fortunate to see Bruce & the E Street Band on The Rising tour in Dec 2002. It was just over a year after 9/11 and I remember how much we needed that tour at that time. That concert was the first big event I attended after that horrific Tuesday.

[@simonegoyeneche114]

Bruce’s buddy at the mic was one of the characters in the Sopranos.

[@WitchelliB]

The first time I saw Springsteen and The E Street Band was in 1971 (approx) in The Chatterbox Bar on the Boardwalk in Seaside Heights. No one knew who they were but we knew things were never gonna be the same.

[@kkuster1]

I always felt it was a song about the moment the firefighters killed in 9/11 entered heaven and met their loved ones and the victims of the event,

[@randomtruths3400]

Absolutely, music can be a religious/spiritual experience - especially concerts where the audience is in communion with the band and each other.

[@sierraskyit]

This album was the first thing that brought me any sense of healing after 911. It’s transformative and needs to be listened to in its entirety and in order. Thank you for highlighting this song at this time.

[@vernacohen6988]

My favorite vocal performance from Bruce and the band is "Should I Fall Behind." Love the Boss and the band! 😊

[@jibronCee]

I can see your struggling brother. Just keep listening to Bruce, he'll get you through.

[@27sparkle73]

Beautiful

[@Bijou2013]

It's kind of funny - you've said repeatedly that you're attracted to guitar but, you've been with your way through my absolute favorite lyricists! Springsteen, Jackson Brown, Kris Kristofferson, Bob Dylan - are all such amazing posts and writers that convey more emotion in one line than some can convey in an entire novel!

[@kimberlyalbert9232]

Thunder Road please give it a listen. I was very young when Bruce and the band grabbed me hard. The man says more in 1 song than most do in a lifetime. I'm now 63, seen well over 200 concerts in my time and nobody tops their shows, nobody. So give it a listen and let me know. God love and bless you, your wife and your blessing to come! ❤ P.S. my mom's song is on The Rising... You're Missing.

[@lindakinninger5500]

The whole album “The Rising” is about 9-11. Some are hopeful some are inspirational & other’s are truly heartbreaking.. You’re Missing,Empty Sky…

[@brucefrank5556]

Nice to see Clarence and Danny. I've been in the pit for a Bruce concert. Love the energy!

[@visaman]

I was in the pit for the Vancouver concert.

[@maryknight4109]

Excellent commentary...

[@pablolazaromartinez3541]

Creo q este concierto fue grabado en Barcelona y se encuentra en DVD. Está era la primera canción. Toda la actuacion es electrizante!!

[@terribrown4178]

Bruce creates moments that get embedded in your being after his show is over. I have loved him since the 70’s.

[@stanshames6024]

NYC Serenade LIve a must!!!

[@GeorgeinScotland]

Stings version at a springsteen award ceremony is amazing

[@firefighterchick]

Two other amazing songs they did after 9/11 My City of Ruins Into the Fire

[@janflewelling6277]

Yes. Especially City of Ruins - takes us to church with that RISE UP!! at the end. Total goosebumps.

[@firefighterchick]

@janflewelling6277 I love them both equally but Into the Fire is the perspective of the spouse of one of the fallen firefighters(one could say first responders in general). That one makes me tear up every time.

[@janflewelling6277]

@@firefighterchick Agreed. One is the despair. The other is the hope.

[@pap1405]

My City of Ruins was actually written about the decline of Atlantic City, but it certainly fits the theme of the Rising album.

[@mattconner6416]

Never forget the 343 Firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice to save others that day... Wearing the cross of their calling

[@cfraase]

Bruce was brought up Catholic and uses a lot of the symbolism he was indoctrinated with (his words) in his music. He doesn't practice it now. This is one he usually does live in his concerts.

[@timr5490]

Love Little Steven.

[@bluesoulsession]

“On my backs a 60lb stone, on my shoulder half mile of line”. Such brilliant and evocative lyrics in such a heartfelt song from a brilliant album about a devastating tragedy. I’m no fan of Springsteen’s politics but he absolutely nailed the feelings of the nation at that time.

[@whiteman2371]

Check out Ramrod from the same show. That's a PERFORMER, just fun

[@lorrainebowen6530]

How do other reactors get around pausing? Just wondering - no hate here.

[@laurencee.vennemusic6432]

I am a CANADIAN Musician/ Songwriter I lived and loved through the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80,'s up to present day. I still remember tunes (from memory) from the age of 4.. My "Classic" Suggestions for you (excuse if you've heard already) are: #1. Sky Pilot - Animals, #2. Sweet Home Alabama - Lynard Skynard, #3.The Weight - The Band, #4. Suite Judy Blue Eyes - CSNY, #5. Black Water - Doobie Brothers. #6. Aqualung - Jethro Tull. 7. In-A-Gadda-Da-vida - Iron Butterfly. I love your Videos.. P.S. My newest release is a 10 song (original) comp "A Tribute to Leonard Cohen" Full Album on YT. featuring... "FIRE STAR" - Laurence Venne.

[@famat161]

My most moving Bruce song is "The Promised Land" especially a live version from a Tempe, AZ concert from 1980.

[@charliemarsh-l7s]

Enjoy your reactions . I see an acoustic guitar on your wall. Mike Dawes is one of the truly great acoustic players around . I highly recommend you check out his cover of Jump by Van Haylen . Beyond great playing and s tribute Eddy . Seriously Sebs you will be astounded

[@sheilasisk7550]

There’s a ghost in this house. After my husband took his own life, my son bought me this CD of Beth Milder. I liked to wore it out. Cause it seemed so true. Everywhere I looked it was as if I could see his shadow. Then I became homeless after having to sale our house and the last land of a 5 generations farm land to pay debts he had accumulated

[@sheilasisk7550]

Then I went to truck driving school, and I lived in my truck. Only had a post office box.

[@fredeerickbays]

yes there is only one entity out there that has ever said it does not care it is The Grateful Dead Inc. Its, on longer with us, CEO said on live TV not in these words but this is what a lawyer would say of them, once we have played any piece of music when we r done we dont care (we being every member of the Corp) what happens to them. In other words GD INC which has total and complete control of the GD's music will never give a take down. It is part of our creed (our being the members of GD inc. and their fans

[@PFCIceman]

Just discovered you and that you support the troops and like patriotic songs. Check out Trace Adkins’ two songs Arlington and Till the Last Shot’s fired. Watch the performance he does of ,Till the last shot’s fired, at the CMA’s with the West Point glee club.

[@stingray8436]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4S0Z5yIlt-tmdEsi=2WoSeaY6ROsGjHnx, If I should fall behind, This live Springsteen song showcases each members vocals on one of my favorite songs. A perfect wedding song.

[@rockdog355]

Blood Brothers track Live From NYC/ This will transform you

[@peterjohnson1091]

Bruce's son l, Evan, is a firefighter.

[@evanmeiner7240]

His other son Sam, the youngest; is a firefighter.

[@Kellieshae]

First comment! ❤

[@chadbeermann2744]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp66ippqjJ52l7ssi=g2I09PGkkjARArHz From Springsteen being honored at Kennedy Center...Sting and guests

[@bellmontfamily]

You need to check out Lucy Thomas and the duet she does with her sister singing "The Prayer". Prepare to have your mind blown. Great channel btw. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oavcmmONZ8yso6M

[@Inquisitor-Beals]

You and your wife should listen to in case you didn’t know by Brett Young

[@MythicHero-ey1pr]

Can you react to so called life by Montgomery Gentry

[@markhansenphotography9164]

Love your content! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIiTaYWZbZVlg7Msi=6MM8qw3qtWAWcbzi. You ain't never hear a guy play a Dobro resonator 12 string like this! Do Live reaction. After years of finding excuses, this video finally motivated me to pick up my guitar and sell it.

[@roccoiacovino4078]

Why are americans so caught up in a persons politics? Who cares! When u 1st heard a Boss song did u automatically think to yourself i wonder 🤔 who he votes for! Or did u think oh! What other songs or albums has he released? Remember! U dont know the man, only his music! Music is what counts, not his ballot! 😫😩

[@dnyedy6128]

studio version much better. E Street Band are pretty much an average garage band

[@raptusjulius]

Hello, Springsteen is one of my favorite artists but this album is really disturbing because the imagery is so vague and even dark at times, it makes me feel very uneasy, there is definitely elements of confusion and in spiritual matters, it is deadly, it is the way of damnation and using religious symbols is no game! You're messing with God's truth and the devil's lies and most popular artists will feed the dark side, popularity comes at a price and it is eternal. Either you worship and serve the true God or it is, by defaut, idolatry, sin and damnation!

[@bigbrassones45-47]

Remember he brought up politics not us, what a shame he let this ruin his career. I was a massive Springsteen fan, in fact they were the first concert I ever saw. But now I look at his music with disapointment of the person he has become. From his drunk driving, cheating on 2 wives and now his sell out of his music intergrity to corporate America? He has gone from rallying against apartheid to supporting a party that represses black people. To me he is the Bill Cosby of music.

[@mathew6996]

Spare everyone the fake outrage!