Okay, I’ve read the provided text about Bruce Springsteen‘s recent concerts in Europe and his political commentary. Here’s a summary of the key points:
Historical Significance in Germany: Springsteen is seen as a critically important figure in German history, notably for his 1988 concert in East berlin, which some believe helped pave the way for the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Political Messages: During his current European tour, Springsteen is using his concerts to address Trump‘s policies on civil liberties, free speech, immigrants, and universities. these messages are translated into local languages on video screens.
Amplifying the message: Springsteen released a 30-minute recording from his Manchester show, featuring songs and speeches, to further spread his message. Response to Criticism: After Springsteen’s initial political commentary, Trump criticized him on Truth Social. Springsteen did not respond directly but continued to deliver his messages at every concert.
Song Choices and Dedications: Springsteen’s setlist includes songs like “My City of Ruins,” which has taken on new meaning, “House of a Thousand Guitars,” and “Rainmaker,” which he dedicates to “our dear leader” (presumably referring to Trump). he also changed a lyric in one song to emphasize the ease of losing freedom.
Growing Divide: Steve Van Zandt suggests that the E street Band may have lost a significant portion of its American audience due to their political stance, while their popularity in Europe remains high.
