Bruce Springsteen to Live-Stream Tour Opener in Minneapolis

The Boss kicks off his Land of Hope and Dreams American tour with a special live stream of the first two songs.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:00am

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An extreme close-up photograph of the worn, distressed leather of Bruce Springsteen's iconic jacket, capturing the gritty, high-energy aesthetic of his rock star persona.The rugged, weathered texture of Bruce Springsteen's performance attire reflects the defiant spirit of his politically-charged American tour.Minneapolis Today

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are kicking off their Land of Hope and Dreams American tour on Tuesday at the Target Center in Minneapolis. To give fans at home a taste of the show, Springsteen has announced that the first two songs will be streamed live on YouTube and for nugs.net app subscribers. Audio of the full concert will also be available after the show in the nugs app.

Why it matters

Springsteen has been an outspoken critic of the current political climate in the U.S., and this tour is billed as a "celebration and defense of American democracy." The live stream of the opening night performance will allow fans across the country to experience the energy and message of the show.

The details

The tour is set to run from March through May, with the final show taking place on May 27 at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Ahead of the tour, Springsteen performed his new protest song "Streets of Minneapolis" at a rally in St. Paul on Saturday.

  • The Land of Hope and Dreams American tour kicks off on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Target Center in Minneapolis.
  • The first two songs of the opening night show will be streamed live.
  • The full concert audio will be available after the show on the nugs.net app.

The players

Bruce Springsteen

A legendary American singer-songwriter and rock musician, known for his socially conscious lyrics and energetic live performances.

The E Street Band

Springsteen's longtime backing band, known for their dynamic and powerful sound.

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What they’re saying

“We are living through dark, disturbing and dangerous times, but do not despair — the cavalry is coming! Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will be taking the stage this spring from Minneapolis to California to Texas to Washington, D.C. for the Land of Hope And Dreams American Tour.”

— Bruce Springsteen

What’s next

Fans can tune in to the live stream of the first two songs of the opening night show on Tuesday, March 31st. The full concert audio will be available after the show on the nugs.net app.

The takeaway

Springsteen's Land of Hope and Dreams American tour is set to be a politically charged and energetic celebration of American democracy, with the live stream of the opening night performance giving fans across the country a chance to experience the show's message and spirit.