In addition to performing his own compositions, the music the legendary Bruce Springsteen has, throughout VINYL his career, covered numerous songs by artists he admired – his personal heroes – both in full renditions and brief snippets, giving his fans the pleasure of hearing these iconic tunes performed with Springsteen’s usual mastery. Collected here are the original versions of the songs he has covered most frequently with his band, offering a clear window into the wide range of Springsteen’s musical influences. These span R&B, rock and roll, doo-wop, Elvis Presley, Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, the Isley Brothers (whose “Twist and Shout” – also famously recorded by The Beatles – Springsteen performed at least 483 times), and many more. Presented here are the original versions of 23 of his most covered songs, representing a true tribute to the music that influenced and shaped him.
