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Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Eric Church Defends Bruce Springsteen After President Trump Remarks, Says Political Parties Are ‘Total Bulls–t'
When Bruce Springsteen put the Donald Trump administration on blast at a concert in Manchester a few weeks ago, Eric Church was in the crowd. And in a new interview, the country star shared what he really thought of the moment that sparked a social media rampage led by the president against one of the country star's musical heroes. Speaking to Rolling Stone in an open-ended interview published Friday (June 6), Church made it clear that he thinks Springsteen — who made headlines for calling the White House 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous' at his kickoff Land of Hope & Dreams Tour show in May — has the right 'to say and do what he wants.' More from Billboard Bruce Springsteen Drops 'Land of Hope & Dreams' EP Featuring Speech That Set Off President Trump The Weeknd Wanders Through Purgatory in 'Baptized in Fear' Music Video Miley Cyrus Says Madonna 'Was Down' to Mud Wrestle in a '4x4' Music Video, But Her Label Said No 'I respect the hell out of somebody having the balls to do something like that,' he told the publication. 'If you're Bruce Springsteen, at 75 years old, if that's what floats your boat, then you should do that. I was just ready to hear 'Chimes of Freedom.'' Regardless of whether you agree with Springsteen's comments, Church — who in 2011 paid tribute to the New Jersey rocker on Billboard Hot 100 No. 19 hit 'Springsteen' — added that he thinks the passion behind the moment only elevated the show itself. 'You could tell he wanted to get something off his chest,' said the 'Heart on Fire' artist. 'It added a little more, whatever that was … angst … and the show was fantastic. Best Springsteen show I've seen.' The topic of the E Street bandleader's viral speech came up as Church was discussing his thoughts on America's political landscape, which has been more fraught than ever since Trump returned to office in January. Following the Manchester show, the twice-impeached POTUS ranted on Truth Social that Springsteen was 'highly overrated,' 'dumb as a rock' and a 'dried out 'prune' of a rocker,' later lobbing long-debunked accusations that the 'Born in the U.S.A.' musician had participated in an 'illegal election scam' for Kamala Harris. Meanwhile, Americans' satisfaction with the economy under Trump has been dropping, while many people have been calling out the president's administration for working to slash funding for programs supporting reproductive healthcare, LGBTQ rights and more. But as the divide between Democrats and Republicans deepens, Church told Rolling Stone that he thinks pledging unconditional allegiance to any one political party is 'total bulls–t.' 'I have a problem with the political system where I believe things on both sides, but if I have to pick a party, it means that I can't believe some of those things,' he told the publication. 'If I'm a Republican or I'm a Democrat, I have to be all Republican or all Democrat, and there's no way those guys and girls believe that. There's no f–king way.' Even so, Church doesn't want to label himself as an 'independent. 'It sounds like I can't make up my mind,' he said. 'I bristle at that. But if you look at how broad these issues and topics are, I think there's a small percentage of Americans that truly believe in 100 percent of a party's platform. Most Americans go back and forth. I change my mind all the damn time.' The interview comes about a month after the release of Church's new album, Evangeline vs. the Machine, which debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard 200 in May. The North Carolina native also recently appeared on Morgan Wallen's chart-topping new album, I'm the Problem, guesting on the song 'Number 3 and Number 7,' which entered at No. 52 on the Hot 100 and No. 27 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Road closures in DC for 2025 Rolling to Remember event
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The 2025 Rolling To Remember will impact traffic on Sunday. The First Amendment event, Rolling to Remember, will take place in D.C. on Sunday, causing multiple road closures. What's Going Around: Biden's prostate diagnosis should be wake up call for men to get tested The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking on Sunday from midnight to 5 p.m.: Madison Drive from 3rd Street to 14th Street, NW Jefferson Drive from 3rd Street to 14th Street, SW Constitution Avenue from 23rd Street to 3rd Street, NW Pennsylvania Avenue from Constitution Avenue to 3rd Street, NW 3rd Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW Maryland Avenue from Independence Avenue to 3rd Street, SW Independence Avenue from 3rd Street to 14th Street, SW 6th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to Constitution Avenue, NW 7th Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW 14th Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to D Street, SW 4th Street from Jefferson Drive to Independence Avenue, SW The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Sunday, May 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Constitution Avenue from 23rd Street to 3rd Street, NW Independence Avenue from 23rd Street to 3rd Street, SW 3rd Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to C Street, SW 4th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to C Street, SW 6th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to Maryland Avenue, SW 7th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to E Street, SW 9th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Constitution Avenue, NW 9th Street Tunnel 10th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Constitution Avenue, NW 12th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Constitution Avenue, NW 12th Street Tunnel 14th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to D Street, SW Inbound 14th Street Bridge to Independence Avenue, SW 15th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to Maine Avenue, SW 17th Street from New York Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW 18th Street from Virginia Avenue to Constitution Avenue, NW 19th Street from E Street to Constitution Avenue, NW 20th Street from E Street to Constitution Avenue, NW 21st Street from E Street to Constitution Avenue, NW 23rd Street from Virginia Avenue to Constitution Avenue, NW Inbound TR Bridge ramp to Constitution Avenue, NW Any cars illegally parked will be ticketed and towed. Drivers are encouraged to find other ways around to avoid delays and to be cautious of increased pedestrian traffic. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Record
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Bruce Springsteen's furious rant at UK gig as he calls out 'treasonous' Donald Trump
Rock icon Bruce Springsteen is still as fierce as ever as he took to the stage for the opening night of his 2025 Land of Hope and Dreams tour, and he took aim at the US government. The lights dim and the unmistakable chants of 'Bruce' reverberate throughout the packed venue. Thousands of fans, spanning generations, fill the electric atmosphere, erupting into cheers as a rock legend takes centre stage. It's unmistakable when The Boss is in town. Now 75, Bruce Springsteen's hair may be greyer, his wrinkles more defined, and his physique less rugged. Gone are the iconic sleeveless shirts and bandanas, replaced by a more refined waistcoat and tie. However, his determination to speak out against perceived injustices remains unwavering. The rock icon, renowned for his powerful and relatable lyrics, refuses to fade quietly into his later years. The opening night of his 2025 tour makes one thing clear - Bruce Springsteen is angry and frustrated with the state of his homeland. On a historic night for Manchester's Co-op Live arena, celebrating its first anniversary with its biggest star yet, the sold-out crowd quickly grasps Springsteen's message. After introducing the E Street band's mission to "call upon the righteous power of music, art and rock and roll in dangerous times", he greets the audience, saying: "Good Evening! It's great to be in Manchester and back in the UK. Welcome to the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour! "The mighty E St. Band is here tonight to call upon the righteous power of art, of music, of rock 'n roll in dangerous times. In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about, that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration. "Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy and the best of our American experiment to rise with us, raise your voices against authoritarianism and let freedom ring!" It was fairly obvious who he was referring to. As the concert continued, the powerful anthem Land of Hope and Dreams, which is also the namesake of his 16-date European tour, resonated throughout the venue – a gospel-inspired ballad deeply cherished by his fans and embodying the optimism Springsteen calls forth from the audience, now amplified through his live performance. Springsteen, making an unmistakable statement, gesticulated emphatically towards the crowd, every guitar strum packed with added significance, and sang with a renewed fervour, his voice carrying the rough-edged timbre that has become a hallmark of his style over the years. Songs tinged with both fierce defiance and deep concern for his homeland started pouring out, one after another, showcasing that classic Springsteen might through songs like Death to My Hometown, Darkness on the Edge of Town and Promised Land. While a few fan favourites like 'Hungry Heart' and 'Murder Incorporated' are part of the opening set, Springsteen, a staunch Democrat known for his liberal views, remains vocal about his concerns for the USA. "The last check, the last check on power after the checks and balances of government have failed are the people, you and me," he declared. "It's in the union of people around a common set of values now that's all that stands between a democracy and authoritarianism. At the end of the day, all we've got is each other," he said before performing a solo version of 'House of A Thousand Guitars'. "There's some very weird, strange, and dangerous s**t going on out there right now. In America they are persecuting people for using their right to free speech and voicing their dissent. This is happening now." Springsteen went on: "In America the richest men are taking satisfaction in abandoning the world's poorest children to sickness and death. This is happening now. In my country they're taking sadistic pleasure in the pain they inflict on loyal American workers. "They're rolling back historic civil rights legislation that has led to a more just and plural society. They are abandoning our great allies and siding with dictators against those struggling for their freedom. "They are defunding American universities that won't bow down to their ideological demands. They are removing residents off American streets and without due process of law, are deporting them to foreign detention centers and prisons. This is all happening now." He added: "A majority of our elected representatives have failed to protect the American people from the abuses of an unfit president and a rogue government. They have no concern or idea for what it means to be deeply American. "The America I've sung to you about for 50 years is real and regardless of its faults is a great country with a great people. So we'll survive this moment." "Now, I have hope, because I believe in the truth of what the great American writer James Baldwin said, he said 'in this world there isn't as much humanity as one would like, but there's enough'. Let's pray." Not many stars could get away with a performance that focuses so heavily on a foreign country's politics, but Springsteen has long built his rock-and-roll image and dedicated fanbase around being unapologetically candid and honest, which simply adds to his charm in the eyes of his audience. Before the show, Springsteen shared that he still gets nervous, saying: "I'm always a little bit nervous on that first night, even after all this time," showing a humble side to his exceptional performance."
Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Bruce Springsteen in furious rant about Donald Trump as he kicks off UK tour
Bruce Springsteen in furious rant about Donald Trump as he kicks off UK tour Bruce Springsteen and the E Street band performed at the Co-Op Live arena in Manchester as part of his 2025 Land of Hope and Dreams Tour and made a number of furious speeches Bruce Springsteen did not mince his words (Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News ) The lights dim. A resounding BRUCEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE echoes through the air. A sea of fans, both young and old, fill a bustling arena, their screams erupting as a true rock-and-roll legend steps into their presence. It's clear when The Boss is back in town. Bruce Springsteen is now 75 years old. His hair is whiter, his face more lined, his muscles not as firm. The days of ripped denim sleeveless shirts and bandanas that adorned thousands of stages and iconic album covers are gone, replaced by a waistcoat and tie. Yet, what remains undiminished is the Boss' resolve to challenge what he perceives as injustices. This rock and roller, who made his mark with potent, impactful and relatable lyrics, isn't fading away quietly into his twilight years, reports the Manchester Evening News. The 75-year-old spoke candidly about the political situation back home (Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News ) Because if there's one thing to glean from the opening night of his 2025 tour, it's that Bruce Springsteen is irate and frustrated with the state of affairs in his homeland. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here On what is a landmark night for Manchester's Co-op Live arena - celebrating its first anniversary this week with its biggest star yet - the capacity crowd inside quickly grasp what Springsteen stands for. Article continues below After heralding the E Street Band's intention to "call upon the righteous power of music, art and rock and roll in dangerous times," he addressed the audience: "In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about, that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration. "Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy and the best of our American spirit, to rise with us, raise your voices against authoritarianism, and let freedom reign." It was blatantly obvious whom he was referring to. Next, the anthem 'Land of Hope and Dreams', the 16-date European tour title and a cherished, gospel-tinged classic resonating with the optimism he implored the crowd to cling to, charged through the venue. Springsteen is thrusting his finger towards his fans, strumming his guitar with an intensity that seems imbued with deeper significance than ever before, and bellowing the song's words with a passion that underlines his voice still boasts the raw harshness that made it iconic. His purpose couldn't be clearer. The concert then surged into a series of emotive performances filled with defiance, yearning for a better state back home, and yet tinged with hope, pulling from the heart of Springsteen's powerful lyrical talents. Fans were treated to a selection that included fierce tracks such as 'Death to My Hometown', 'Darkness on the Edge of Town' and 'Promised Land'. Though the star now looks different the musical experience was the same for fans (Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News ) Whilst a few other crowd favourites are included in the opening set ('Hungry Heart' and 'Murder Incorporated' never fail to get the audience going), Springsteen, a committed Democrat known for his liberal political stance throughout his career, is far from finished expressing his palpable fear for the USA. He tells the crowd: "When the checks and balances of government have failed... all we've got is each other" before launching into a solo rendition of 'House of A Thousand Guitars' (The criminal clown has stolen the throne/ He steals what he can never own). Springsteen then moves to the edge of the stage to sit down. "There's some very weird strange and dangerous s*** going on out there right now in America," he declares, before unleashing a series of criticisms against the Trump administration, including "inflicting pain on loyal workers... abandoning our allies and siding with dictators... removing residents off American streets and without due process or law deporting them". He goes on: "A majority of our representatives aren't protecting the people from an unfit president and rogue government - they have no concern or idea of what it means to be American. "The America of what I have sung to you for 50 years is real and regardless of its faults is a great country with great people. We will survive this." Following his speech, the E Street band performed 'My City of Ruins' (the repeated chorus of: "Come on, rise up" leaves little to the imagination). In all probability, not many other stars could pull off such a political focus, particularly when it pertains to a foreign country. However, Springsteen has crafted his rock and roll persona and fanbase around his candid, wear-your-heart-on-your-sleeve attitude, which only garners enthusiastic applause from those who clamoured for tickets to see him. Fans roared 'Bruce' as he came on to perform for the evening (Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News ) It certainly doesn't hurt that both he and the 17-piece E Street band consistently remind you why they are considered the world's top stage ensemble with nearly every song, as the volume cranks up, the best-known hits roll out, and the crowd rises to their feet. The anthemic 'Wrecking Ball' and 'The Rising' are swiftly followed by classics like 'Badlands', 'Thunder Road' and three of his most famous hits, 'Born in the USA', 'Born To Run' and 'Dancing In The Dark', all belted out to an ecstatic crowd, who save special cheers for Jake Clemons - nephew of the renowned Clarence Clemons - and Steve Van Zandt. And it's while strumming the hits and striding across the stage with his guitar that another point is driven home. Springsteen is 75, and most of his E Street Band, whom he's known since his New Jersey days, could claim pensions if they so desired. Yet they left none of the 23,500 capacity crowd in any doubt about their ability to deliver heart-stopping, pants-dropping, house-rocking, earth-quaking, booty-shaking energy to the max with every tune. Concluding the set with 'Tenth Avenue Freeze Out' as the second-to-last tune, Springsteen plunged into the throng, fans barely believing their luck to be so close to the legend as he passed them. While it's assuredly a task to include all of Springsteen's adored tracks in a mere two-and-a-half-hour show, some of the classic anthems inevitably had to give way to the evening's specific theme – this isn't a greatest hits showcase after all, and attendees should hardly anticipate as much from an artist of Springsteen's storied calibre. With his trio of gigs in Manchester wrapping up next Tuesday countless fans will undoubtedly be yearning for Springsteen to grace the city once again for what can only be described as an extraordinary night of live music. "I'm always a little bit nervous on that first night, even after all this time," confessed Springsteen before bringing the phenomenal show to a close. If you ask us, his butterflies were nowhere to be seen Bruce Springsteen setlist: Land of Hope and Dreams Death To My Hometown Lonesome Day My Love Will Not Let You Down Rainmaker Darkness On The Edge Of Town Promised Land Hungry Heart My Hometown Youngstown Murder Incorporated Long Walk Home House Of A Thousands Guitars My City of Ruins Letter To You Because The Night Human Touch Wrecking Ball The Rising Badlands Thunder Road Encore: Born in the USA Born To Run Bobby Jean Dancing In The Dark Tenth Avenue Freeze Out Chimes of Freedom Article continues below
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bruce Springsteen unleashes furious rant at Donald Trump in first UK gig
Bruce Springsteen took to the stage in Manchester on the opening night of his Land of Home and Dreams tour, as he made his feelings very clear about the political situation in the US The lights dim and rumbles of 'Bruce' echoes throughout the venue. Thousands of fans, both young and old, fill a bustling arena, their screams erupting as a bona fide rock-and-roll legend steps into their presence. It's clear when The Boss is back in town. Bruce Springsteen is now 75-years-old. His hair is whiter, his wrinkles more pronounced, his muscles not quite as firm. The days of ripped denim sleeveless shirts and bandanas that adorned thousands of stages and iconic album covers are gone, replaced with a waistcoat and tie. But what hasn't faded is the Boss' resolve to challenge what he perceives as injustices. This rock and roller, who made his name with powerful, impactful and relatable lyrics, isn't quietly fading into his twilight years, reports the Manchester Evening News. Because if there's one thing to glean from the opening night of his 2025 tour, it's that Bruce Springsteen is irate and frustrated with the state of affairs in his homeland. On what is a historic night for Manchester's Co-op Live arena - celebrating its first anniversary this week with its biggest star yet - the capacity crowd quickly grasp what Springsteen is all about. After announcing the E Street band were set to "call upon the righteous power of music, art and rock and roll in dangerous times", he addressed the audience: "Good Evening! It's great to be in Manchester and back in the UK. Welcome to the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour! "The mighty E St. Band is here tonight to call upon the righteous power of art, of music, of rock 'n roll in dangerous times. In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about, that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration. "Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy and the best of our American experiment to rise with us, raise your voices against authoritarianism and let freedom ring!" It was fairly obvious whom he was referring to. The concert then moved forward as Land of Hope and Dreams filled the air – the anthem that gives its name to the 16-date European tour and a powerful, gospel-inspired ballad adored by fans. It reflects the sheer optimism Springsteen implored from the crowd, now echoing through his performance. His finger pointed emphatically at the crowd, each strum of the guitar seemed to carry extra weight, and with invigorated passion, Springsteen's voice hammered out the lyrics, full of the distinctive raspy quality that has long characterised his sound. He was unmistakably attempting to make a salient point. Songs tinged with both fierce defiance and deep concern for his homeland started pouring out, one after another, showcasing that classic Springsteen might through songs like Death to My Hometown, Darkness on the Edge of Town, and Promised Land. While a few fan favourites are included in the opening set (Hungry Heart and Murder Incorporated always get the crowd going), Springsteen, a committed Democrat known for his liberal political stance throughout his career, is far from finished expressing his deep concern about the USA. Get Donald Trump updates straight to your WhatsApp! As tension between the White House and Europe heats up, the Mirror has launched its very own US Politics WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news from across the pond. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "The last check, the last check on power after the checks and balances of government have failed are the people, you and me," he said. "It's in the union of people around a common set of values now that's all that stands between a democracy and authoritarianism. At the end of the day, all we've got is each other," before a solo rendition of House of A Thousand Guitars. "There's some very weird, strange, and dangerous s**t going on out there right now. In America they are persecuting people for using their right to free speech and voicing their dissent. This is happening now." Springsteen continued: "In America the richest men are taking satisfaction in abandoning the world 's poorest children to sickness and death. This is happening now. In my country they're taking sadistic pleasure in the pain they inflict on loyal American workers. "They're rolling back historic civil rights legislation that has led to a more just and plural society. They are abandoning our great allies and siding with dictators against those struggling for their freedom. "They are defunding American universities that won't bow down to their ideological demands. They are removing residents off American streets and without due process of law, are deporting them to foreign detention centers and prisons. This is all happening now." He said: "A majority of our elected representatives have failed to protect the American people from the abuses of an unfit president and a rogue government. They have no concern or idea for what it means to be deeply American. "The America I've sung to you about for 50 years is real and regardless of its faults is a great country with a great people. So we'll survive this moment. "Now, I have hope, because I believe in the truth of what the great American writer James Baldwin said, he said 'in this world there isn't as much humanity as one would like, but there's enough'. Let's pray." Not many celebrities could pull off such a political focus, particularly when it concerns a foreign country. However, Springsteen has crafted his rock and roll image and fanbase around his candid, wear-your-heart-on-your-sleeve approach, which only garners him more applause from those who fought for tickets to see him. Admitting pre-show jitters, Springsteen confided: "I'm always a little bit nervous on that first night, even after all this time," displaying a humble side that accompanied his stellar performance.
