Bruce Springsteen, affectionately known as "The Boss," has made a triumphant return to the stage, captivating audiences with his energetic performances. His recent concert, just under three hours long, showcased his enduring talent with strong vocals, guitar solos, harmonica playing, and even a moment where he ripped his shirt open. This marks Springsteen's return to Las Vegas for the first time since his 2002 performance at the Thomas & Mack Center, 4,230 days later. The upcoming show, set for Friday night, March 22nd, at the T-Mobile Arena, is part of his broader tour that has already seen memorable stops, including a recent show in Arizona where he performed hits from "Badlands" to "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out." The tour, which also features the E-Street Band, has been generating buzz not only for Springsteen's performances but also for the appearances of band members such as drummer Max Weinberg sharing Vegas stories and guitarist Stevie Van Zandt engaging with music students in North Las Vegas. Despite the excitement, Springsteen's appearance has also sparked conversations online, with some noting his unrecognizable look, drawing comparisons to actress Tilda Swinton.
T-Mobile Arena getting ready for Bruce concert Friday after VGK game Thursday night. @springsteen @TMobileArena it's a #jungleland out there. https://t.co/V1VNigIzYX
When the phone goes off and it’s a Magical Mystery Tour to find the origin of this classic … @StevieVanZandt at TeachRock appearance at The Rock Academy of the Performing Arts/Delta Academy … #SpringsteenTour2024 @reviewjournal https://t.co/AlaA6gYnqy
Bruce Springsteen is back! 👏 He performed songs from "Badlands" to "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out" and more at his & The E Street Band's recent Arizona show. Billboard shares an All Access glimpse. #BillboardNews https://t.co/fr7ORqx4zN
Tell us about #TheBeatles, Mr. Van Zandt. @StevieVanZandt @ The Rock Academy of Performing Artist/The Delta Academy in North Las Vegas. Priceless session with teen music students, and some of us grown-ups. @reviewjournal #SpringsteenTour2024 #Vegas https://t.co/4D3pUMOCjc
How a band gets its first gigs … @StevieVanZandt with kids @ Rock Academy of the Performing Arts/The Delta Academy … #SpringsteenTour2024 @reviewjournal https://t.co/ge82jkghjP
Tell us about #TheBeatles, Mr. Van Zandt. @StevieVanZandt @ The Rock Academy of Performing Artist/The Delta Academy in North Las Vegas. Priceless session with teen music students, and some of us grown-ups. @reviewjournal #Vegas https://t.co/OnvIHOrD4W
"That's Tilda Swinton" - Bruce Springsteen Returns To Stage After Health Scare Just To Get Roasted By Social Media https://t.co/EzSbab4BH5 https://t.co/EzSbab4BH5
WTF?? Bruce Springsteen returns to stage looking unrecognizable — and a little bit like Tilda Swinton https://t.co/kdiTeCQuTg via @nypost
#KATS! "“I saw this really small strip, and the lights of Las Vegas suddenly appearing ... Like entering the Land of Oz.” @EStreetMax of @springsteen on is "fortuitous" first trip to #Vegas ... https://t.co/jFOHRDL6OE via @reviewjournal #Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen compared to Tilda Swinton in viral photo from tour kickoff https://t.co/OXfYqkNvZ3 https://t.co/gsAfpJPs7V
Bruce Springsteen returns to stage looking unrecognizable — and a little bit like Tilda Swinton https://t.co/P3d6o5OpKG https://t.co/ncT9XMufxl
Looks like @springsteen was extremely happy with the @FootprintCNTR show in Phoenix! (And so were we!) Next stop on the tour tomorrow night: VIVA LAS VEGAS!! 🎸🎷🙌🏻🎲🎲 #SpringsteenTour2024 #Springsteen #estreetband https://t.co/gUZ1pF4mFs
They're talking #Springsteen on KLAS Channel 8. @sherryswensk is saying how much she'd like to go see the Boss. You need to go, Sherry Darling.
Bruce Springsteen is back on the road: https://t.co/gIMzyyBFbo
🎸 SPRINGSTEEN IN VEGAS 🎸 @springsteen is BACK! We cannot wait to see him on Friday, March 22nd. Thanks for the shoutout, Bruce! 🎟️➡️ https://t.co/Q5lAzFsaCX https://t.co/7p2ZygaCm9
Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band has made the long trip back to Las Vegas. And drummer Max Weinberg has some Vegas stories to share. https://t.co/w9DX7ikxnd
Bruce Springsteen last played Las Vegas on Aug. 18, 2002, at the Thomas & Mack Center. 4,230 days later. He will return to Sin City Friday night for a show at T-Mobile Arena. https://t.co/h8BkwhJLXD
Bruce Springsteen Returns to the Road: Set List and Video: https://t.co/gIMzyyB7lQ
🎸 @Springsteen's return concert came in just under three hours, but “The Boss” hardly broke a sweat while showing off a strong voice, all the while dancing, tearing into guitar solos, playing the harmonica and even ripping his shirt open near the end. https://t.co/pLqr58l21e