On His New Concert Movie, Next Solo Album
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Bruce Springsteen launched the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour in March 2026, motivated by recent deaths of protesters Renée Good and Alex Pretti, using the tour to deliver politically charged messages against the Trump administration.
- The tour featured a setlist that recontextualized Springsteen's classic songs to reflect the current political climate, opening shows with Edwin Starr's "War" and including a reclaimed version of "Born in the U.S.A." rarely performed in the U.S. before.
- A concert film from the tour's Philadelphia show has been released in segments on YouTube, aiming to provide timely political commentary ahead of the midterm elections.
- Springsteen acknowledged losing some fans due to his outspoken political stance but emphasized his commitment to creating music that reflects his views, without concern for alienating supporters of Trump.
- Looking ahead, Springsteen is working on new music, including a surprise record, and envisions shorter, focused tours rather than extensive stadium runs, while continuing to engage with political issues.
