steve gerrick writes: i think he should and inclued a dvd of how it came about and a concert dvd from that era i think it would be cool!

Screen Door Slams writes: Best thing I've heard since I was in the 2nd row at the Ottawa concert! Hopefully we'll get a live DVD. It'll probably be Phoenix if there is one, but I'd much prefer Winterland or Passaic. Ah well - great news nonetheless.

Leif writes: Darkness was my introduction to Bruce. I remember being at 17 ys old kid in my room one night, listning to the radio, and on came Darkness. I was hooked. I think Darkness is his best album ever, even though he has made a huge amount of amazing music. I am not much into compilations, but I must say, if there is a 30th anniversary issue, I have to have it. It beats my first kiss, helle even the first time I had sex.

PW writes: It's much more likely that it was Pony Boy, I think.

mike sonnenfeld writes: Darkness was released when I was in college. The rumor that Springsteen might play at the U. of I. that year began to spread. Soon spray painted song titles began to appear all over campus. I painted Prove It All Night on the sidewalk in front of my building where it remained for a few years until it was washed away by the weather. We'll never see another like him. I've been listening to rock n roll for over forty years and Darkness is my personal favorite album. Long Live Rock!

jeff ceragno writes: would be even nicer if he included the long version of Prove It All Nite and some outtakes like the instrumental version of Talk To Me and the acoustic demo of hearts of stone

Kayla Anderson writes: im glad to see danny back i must say he is the best. when i found out that danny had cancer it made me even more happy to be apart of the Tartan Senior Highschool in Oakdale MN relay for life team. when i am bringing in money for my school for relay for life i right away feel proud because the money could be going to a research for danny's type of cancer and many other americans who have cancer. over all at tartan highschool last year my school raised about $130,000 and this year our goal is even more than that and so far in just the 4 months or so we have raised about $30,000 when Bruce Springsteen and the E street band came to St. Paul MN on March 16, 2008 i was hoping i could give bruce a relay for life wrist band but i never got it to him but i think bruce would have really liked it.

Mike Collins/South Bend, Indiana writes: Milwaukee was my 66th show and it already has moved into the top 5 with a bullet. An incredible night as was Indianapolis two nights later. That show Proved It All Night that Bruce does not need a sellout to give his all. Incredible!

tripallover2008@live.com writes: I was lucky enough to be in the very 1st row, right in front of Bruce entire concert. Touched him twice, the most energetic show by Bruce, hope Clarence and Danny get well soon, a beautiful version of Backstreets that Bruce dedicated to Danny. I hope to see many more shows by the best bar in the world. Period...THE E STREET BAND!!!

Joi writes: For those of you that saw the concert in Milwaukee--Don't you think that "Meeting" was excepionally special because the original 77yr. old Bassist,from 30 odd years ago, was on stage with Bruce. It certainly could see that Bruce was excited.

William K. Mahler writes: Well, to say that I have to wait is better than I can't 'cause I can. Psyched for this I am. Thanks Greasy Lake for making this known.

clynch writes: Are we optimistic that he will make another stadium appearance in the Midwest between early August and Miwaukee Labor Day weekend

Kevin Mac writes: You don't have to wait. Go to ticketmaster.com. The presale password is BOSS

JNo writes: DENVER DENVER DENVER! They promised the last time they were here.

Peter writes: st. louis???

OAKWAS writes: Wow, I have to go back and look at my copy again, it's still packed away (just moved), but as I remember it was a great photoook, now it's available with a new cover...do I buy another...maybe...

greetingspublications@hotmail.com writes: When we realized That Record Stores & Collectors were selling Greetings From Asbury Park NJ- A Look At The Local Scene, For as much as $850.00 per copy- It Was Time To Re Release That Springsteen book again /With your Choice of two different Front Covers & Only now its available again for only $36.00 Plus Shipping & Handling. This Book Captures Springsteen History & Includes Photos of 50 different nights of guest Appearances By Springsteen & Members of The E Street Band. Available At: http://www.greetingsfromasburyparknj.org Or Greetings Publications. P.O. BOX 301, Supply, N.C. 28462

Marek writes: May Kingdom come for you, Danny

Last DJ writes: Very sad indeed, made harder to take because of the reports he would be returning to the tour further on up the road.

Arne writes: We stood side by side each one fightin' for the other. We said until we died we'd always be blood brothers... Thank you for the music, Danny, Thoughts goes to your family, the E-street family and everyone around the world who loved to hear you playing. You will always live in the music and greatness of the E-street band. We will carry the memories in our heart.

jorgen c writes: he will be missed, he made that speciel e street sound.

jens ankjaer writes: I hardly know what to say. I have just read about mr. Federici's death on wikipedia and refused first to believe it. Words fail me on this sad occasion. R.I.P. Danny Federici

C writes: "We'll meet you further on up the road!" Rest in peace Danny!

Chris writes: You'll live on in the hearts of E Street fans forever...Rest in Peace brother Dan.

Derrick writes: very sad news the E street band will never be the same without Danny R.I.P

Geno writes: Thank you Danny for being an integral paret of our lives, all the work you did for us, Bruce and also Joe D,urso and Stone Caravan. May you find peace, our loss is heavens galn. god bless.

Melany-italy writes: Good bye Danny...

Maria writes: From Spain, where country is appreciated in particular the music of E Street Band and Springsteen Buce, sorry and shocked dispatched a sweet memory to the family and friends of Danny Federici.He and his music will remain in our hearts.

paddy writes: Massive,massive,massive loss,may you play on forever in Heaven.R.I.P Danny.

Andrea writes: Ciao Danny! Thanks for the music! and continue play music if you can... Give an hug to my dad and ma when you'll meet them in heaven

Scott Campbell writes: Thank you Danny for bringing so much joy to our lives - your soulful playing was a constant, and a huge part of the E Street sound. Rest in Peace.

Div373 writes: Rest In Peace Phantom. You will be remembered and missed always.

Davide writes: We will miss you, Danny. RIP

Tormato writes: It makes me so glad I took the effort to go to Boston for the final night of the first leg. I was down in the pit when at the end a spontaneous chant of "Danny! Danny!" broke out. Whenever I went to a show, we would always say "More Danny" Anytime that happened, it was an awesome show. Anyone else playing in that slot now is mere duplication, not creation.

Mike B writes: From "Blood Brothers" 7/1/00 "Now I'm out here on this road Alone on this road tonight [I] close my eyes and feel so many friends around me In the early evening light And the miles we have come And the battles won and lost Are just so many roads traveled So many rivers crossed And I ask God for the strength And faith in one another 'Cause it's a good night for a ride 'Cross this river to the other side My blood brothers." RIP-Danny

Big Ray writes: Met Danny at the "Pony" fronting his own band. Humble gentleman. Produced carnival boardwalk sound for Bruce. R.I.P. Flemington Flash

Frank, Germany writes: I`m feeling so terrible sad because the grandma of my wife also passed away last night. Two beautiful people I will miss so much. CU Danny

Tommy B writes: I was at the Indy show a month ago. How lucky was I. We'll miss the Phantom.

Hans R. writes: Danny, the E Street will never be the same without you, you'll be sorely missed. But we'll carry you with us through the music you were such an integral part of and that will last forever! I will never forget you, Danny.

Peter ,Belgium writes: It's hard to believe that he is no longer with us.Thanks for all that beautiful music.R.I.P Danny

Don in Vancouver writes: "Danny, the fireworks are hailin' over Little Eden tonight.." We celebrate your life, your music and all those magical moments you brought to us when they were most needed. Peace, my brother.

JEM writes: RIP Danny, sad loss for all of us.

alessandro from italy writes: See you on the paradise road and continue to play your music!

Eric writes: That organ sound, so vital, so immortally E Street, the core, the soul of the sound. Not even Clarence's sax was as evocative for me as The Phantom's perfectly timed, perfectly phrased fills on the classic records, filling spaces so immaculately and so often. It will never be quite the same again. RIP Danny, a foundation of the greatest band in rock and roll.

Storss,Auburn Wa. writes: " You say youre tired and you just wanna close your eyes, and follow your drams down" Thank you for your fantasic gift to all of us for so much of your life. You were loves and you are missed, rest in peace.

Dutchie aka Badmuts writes: Phantom, Thank you for your music and your smile.... Rest in Peace my Friend

Darrell in New Orleans writes: I'll never forget hearing those early lps with Danny on them. Then hearing a tape of the Cleveland 74 show. I was hooked. I feel like I've been kicked in the stomach, and facing my own mortality. Watchng "friends" who played the soundtrack of your life walk away one by one.

Sharon from San Diego,CA writes: Sad and heartbroken about Danny passing away. I will miss him terribly.R.I.P.Danny.

Pam in SF writes: I was listening to the Winterland concert when I heard-I feel like a good friend has died. But what a blessing of a life, being a part of so much great music that's enriched so many lives. Go in peace Danny, and thank you.

David Morris writes: Well, Danny......Bruce.....and all you other great guys......I'm just an English guy (a massive beatles' fan) whose whole life turned around one dark winter morning in 1974 when Noel edmunds played 'Born To Run'. I fell, totally, in that 4 minutes. I've now seen the band 16 times (always in the uk) and am the greatest fan - and more importantly - admirer - there could be. Danny Federici? You were essential. I loved your style and your presence. RIP from England, mate.....and thanke E Streeters for everything. My top 5? Backstreets, Worlds Apart, Drive All Night, Thunder Road, One Step up. Oh, and Born to Run. And Better Days. And Light of Day. And NYC Serenade. And Growing Up (live). And.......the others. god Bless America. God Save The Queen fellow fans....write back! davidmorris52@btopenworld.com

miamifil writes: There's no one at the pearly gates tonight, they have all gone to find out where that organ sound is coming from......thanks for the music Danny, it will always make the hairs on the neck stand up......... E street has lost one of the greats...thank you for helping me through this life......just around the corner to the light of day

Danny Brooks writes: I'm a huge fan, but I think musicians and the "Hollywood" crowd should stick to their professions, not politics in an open forum.

MB writes: Must have been a tough decision for Bruce. He had to choose between a woman or a man who supported a racist minister for 20 years.

Eric writes: thanks for your music, it made me a better person RIP Danny, your legend will live on

Paul South Wales writes: I had the pleasure meeting you Danny in Memphis on the Reunion tour you are truly a wonderfull man you will be greatly missed thoughts are with your family.From a Racing in the Street fan.

Jonas D writes: E-street band will never be the same.. Rest in peace Danny, we'll all miss you!

Samantha writes: Ciao Phantom Rest in Peace

bernie golden writes: danny will be miss he bought the jersey shore sound to the band .being a fan back to the days of steel mill and growing up in freehold nj its a big loss for every one

bill fennell nj writes: danny you be miss all fans r i p

John and Sue Heard (Melbourne Australia) writes: it is saturday night here in Australia. My wife and I are again watching "Live in NY"dvd.I made the comment to her that i wondered how Danny was getting on with his health problems. She decided to find out, logged online, only to discover the devastating news that Danny has passed away. he was an amazing musician in his own right. This sad news has devastated us both, both very very long time fans. We had the priviledge of seeing him twice before with the E street band in Melbourne Australia. The band will never be complete again. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to not only the E street band, but also to Danny's family, his friends and close associates. In future, i will not only enjoy the fantastic mucis that this group of individuals can put together, i shall also remember the gift that Danny gave this world for the rest of us to enjoy for eternity. Rest in peace to a beautiful soul, and may you sleep peacefully. Your talents shall live on forever in my heart and in my soul and my ears!!!! GOD BLESS. On behalf of your fans in Australia, our sincere condolences to Danny's family, the E street band, Bruce and Patti, we are thinking of you all at this most difficult time.

Anna, Barcelona writes: Thanks Danny for your music. You'll be always on our mind.

Percy writes: Danny, Thank you for all the beautiful music you gave us. You will be missed! Rest in peace.

Riccardo writes: Dear Danny, thank you for all those wonderful years! We all miss your music. You are in our hearts, forever.

JR writes: So shocked to hear the sad news about Danny. Deepest condolences to his family and of course Bruce & the band. Inspired by Bruce & the band, I took up learning to play guitar late in life (40ish). Slowly but surely I'm making progress in my learning. Thanks to Bruce & the band for the inspiration. This weekend I intend to play one of the songs I have been practising as part of my learning & dedicate it to the memory of Danny. The song is 'Tougher Than The Rest.' Thanks to Bruce Springsteen & his band for decades of music joy. Thanks to Danny for his part of that, his remarkable contribution & wonderful talent. In memory of Danny please lets all continue to listen to and make fantastic music. And please, in this modern world that seems to have lost politeness and respect towards one another, could we just be a little kinder in word to each other.

Andrea writes: Danny was a part of my life just like bruce and all the streeters. Nobody will ever forget you, brother Dan.

Cathy J - IL writes: Thoughts and prayers to Danny's family, friends, Bruce, Patti and the E Street Family. Danny, may you rest in peace; we will sorely miss you.

Klaus, Denmark writes: Thanks for your music. Rest in peace.

Sandy writes: Danny May You Rest In Peace

John Caulfield writes: John Caulfield UK: Danny I hope you felt that you had a good life? My earliest memory(1975)is seeing you with the boys in the photograph on the back cover of The Wild, The Innocent & The E Street Shuffle, I thought you all looked so happy, especially you. You brought me a lot of happiness over the years and for that I thank you, you were good. RIP

paris pl writes: Desde spain tambi?n te echaremos de menos. Gracias por formar parte de nustras vidas desde encima del escenario. La E Street band nunca ser? lo mismo.

Becker writes: I thank you for every single note coming from your keyboard - they will live on forever. God bless and rest in peace.

Tim Goodman writes: Saw Danny in Boston, what strength and grace in the face of adversity. We were going to Lauderdale but we think Tampa needs to happen. Maybe the band could use a few shoulders to lean on Tuesday night. Lets help them through what I'm sure will be a hard night, the very least we can do, right? An check out the beautiful piece written by Danny's son on Danny's foundation web page. He talks about the ride to Indianapolis and the the events of the evening. Beautiful job. Best to all off Danny's immediate and extended family, our hearts are with you.

tom.b , wigan england. writes: what can you say about a truely remarkable man,the foundation of the greatest rock and roll band ever.my heart breakes for you family the band and millions of fans ,of which i'm one.god must have needed a keyboard player so he got the best.rock him danny.

Patrizia from Italy writes: I will love your sweet smile and sincere eyes forever and I thank you for the magic and splendid sound you have given all our souls every time anywhere! Ciao Danny Grazie per tutti questi bei momenti di musica ed allegria. Ti voglio tanto bene! Patrizia

Bruno " Italy " writes: ciao Danny...sei volato via e io ho tanta tristezza nel cuore....la tua musica voler? per sempre nel vento.......thank you Dan.........

New York rat writes: Off in the distance The Marble Dome Reflects across the Flatlands With a Naked Feel off into Parts Unknown The woman Strokes His Polished Chrome and lies Beside The Angel's Bones

BrunoRed Italy writes: qu? da noi non ti soffocano con un abbraccio......ognuno si abbraccia nel suo orticello... qui tirano venti tristi...e mi piaci Bruce per il tuo coraggio per la tua non paura di metterti in gioco e il lasciare che i tuoi pesieri volino liberi nel vento....ciao Bruce sei GRANDE...........

Patty, Yaounde, Cameroon writes: You've lived an Amazing life dear Danny. I wish you as much happiness in the new one... And... Thank you for your blessed contribution to my own life.

Sandy Silver writes: I played accordian at 8, organ at 11, just went to 1st Springsteen concert at the Pond, Anaheim. My boyfriend Paul emailed me Danny playing (Sandy) in Indianpolis. Brought tears to my eyes when I heard it was his last song. Danny, let's play the keyboards together, save a place for me in heaven. Dearly missed by Paul & Sandy Girl.

Burt Wizeman writes: Tampa - Set list that is current on brucespringsteen.net is wrong. Did not do Spirit, did 10th instead. Opening was a slide show tribute to Danny with recorded blood brothers playing while band stood facing screen, in the dark, backs to the crowd. Great pics of Bruce and Danny when they were teens and early 20's. Not shown on the sheet was Out In The Street which was added. Best set I have ever seen. Opening following Danny's tribute was Backstreets and I have simply never seen so much heart in a song performance.

Frederik Nielsen, Copenhagen, Denmark writes: We missing you already, Danny ! Like we will miss you in Copenhagen, when Bruce and the rest of The E Street Band is comeing late in june. I will go to church and lit a candle a make a prayer for you. God Bless You, Danny Federici !

Michael Tarpey writes: wish i had been there, Danny will always be remembered and missed for ever, RIP Danny Federici

Mike-Norristown, PA writes: Bruce-I understand you've had a tough week. You lost a great friend. In a way the fans have lost a friend. We didn't have the same kind of friendship with Danny but his music and history with you made us feel like we lost someone too. It's ironic that the greatest live performer and the greatest fans have each other to help each other in these rough times. I hope the fans have helped you and will continue to do so throughout the tour. You've shown great courage to continue the tour with such passion despite such a sad loss. The concerts last week will be remembered forever by you, the E Street Band, your fans, and rock & roll historians as one of the most memorable week of concerts in history. Thank you for keeping the music alive and using music to help us heal together.

Phil writes: cryin my eyes out. Will miss u phantom. God bless

Mike- Orlando, FL writes: I was at the Tampa show and feel lucky to have seen such an amazing show and tribute to Danny. It is as you described in the write-up. There was not a dry eye in the place during Blood Brothers Danny tribute or Sandy. Saw the show in Orlando the next night that was equally good, in it's own right. Catching The Band again in Ft.Lauderdale this Friday, then off to London at the end of the month for two more shows. Life is good.

Natalie writes: God rest Danny. The most overlooked best musician. New Jersey has lost something specail. as has the rest of the world.

Bill Lane bill@lanestrains.com writes: Hi Karsten, Thanks much for posting the Danny tribute here. I have some Java issues with my computer that does not play and show many web media. I too have been dealing with the loss of Danny, and not very well at that. More then a few misty eyed moments have happned since his passing. I got to meet Danny in the once of a lifetime backstage pre-show party. http://www.lanestrains.com/Photography_Photos/Bruce_Springsteen_21.jpg Danny was as straight up regular nice guy as you would ever meet. He was the most open of the band members I met that night. He walked into the "green room" which actually was green, saw me with my camera, and all but asked me if I wanted my photo taken with him. So my brief meeting with Danny was great! I could not imagine being at the last show Danny played at, or even the first show played after he passed. How does Bruce do that? Bruce's eulogy was amazing. It revealed things that were usual rock n roll behavior that we all suspected, but never heard about, most especailly from the E Street Band. I hoped but did not believe that they all could have been THAT squeaky clean! I also did not know that Danny was at the center of the formation of the E Street Band. It brought him an amazing but way too short life. What a guy, what a band! May we meet again "Further on up the road"....

Katherine Orlando, FL writes: Bruce You were lucky to have had such a friend for all those years. Most people do not ever share what all the members of the band have. My sincere regards for you and all of Danny's friends and co-workers. Life is too short but it is quality that matters. And what a way to live your life, doing something that you love.

Pedro, Sittard, The Netherlands writes: Also here in the Netherlands the news hit us hard. Keeping track of the set-lists everyday,then the heart-shocking news;Danny ''The Phantom'' Federici R.I.P. I'd wish i'd could be on one of the last US shows to honor one of the finest ''blood brothers''. But we'll doing so in Amsterdam,Antwerp and Dusseldorf. So all our regards to Danny's family, friends and band-mates, Danny, see you (further on)Up The Road...

Kevin McDevitt writes: I don?t know that there?s been a show with so many questions leading up to it? Would the show actually go on? Could it go on? What will the first song be? How in the hell are they going to be able to perform at their accustomed kick-ass level? Is ?Sandy? off the setlist forever? Will Bruce be able to ask ?Is there anybody alive out there?? All the questions were answered?and then some. First came the tribute. A surprise, and very touching. The band members came out to a dark stage. The huge video screen behind the stage flashed a recent picture of Danny?s smiling face. The crowd went crazy. Everyone in the E-Street family was there to support each other as Patti was back on stage, and Jon Landau was watching from the side sound board. BLOOD BROTHERS started playing?but it took a few moments to realize it was a recording, as everyone in the band had his/her back turned, and was looking up at the video tribute to Danny?a montage of many pictures and video clips, many showing a very young and happy Danny with long long hair. It was?a moist eye moment. Then?Roy on the Piano, leading into BACKSTREETS. This was raw emotion before us. There was a spotlight shining down on the unmanned B3 organ (with an accordion leaning against it) in one tribute. Max was pounding on the drums like he was trying to break them?and imagine Bruce singing ?we SWORE we?d LIVE FOR-EV-ER? as hard as he can?and couple that with a song-closing cry like you?ve never heard before. That was the first song. Then??Is there anybody alive out there?!?!? Asked, and answered as he went into RADIO NOWHERE. In a way, this was really two shows. The first seven songs were almost like a continuation of the video tribute. The five non-Magic songs were about friendship and/or loss. RADIO NOWHERE was sandwiched into its usual spot, as was GYPSY BIKER (this was either an audible or a pull-ahead, as they were bringing Roy the accordion?). These first seven songs were not, understandably, played with total enthusiasm or cohesion (but with a lot of emotion. The drummer was Mad Max tonight, he was pounding the skins so hard on every song. And Bruce?he kept wiping his face, and I thought it might be sweat?but then I realized that I had never seen him wipe his face like that before. The Pro that he is?I never heard his voice crack). The eighth song?Atlantic City?kind of bridged from the tribute stage to the celebration stage. From that point?it was on! Nils did the single best, most energetic solo I?ve ever seen from him on BECAUSE THE NIGHT, lifting himself (literally), the band, and everyone else anywhere near the arena. The rest of the set had a highly energized Reunion-Tour feel to it that grew from song-to-song (although Bruce called us ?Pathetic!? during the SUNNY DAY sing-a-long?I thought that might cost us the OUT IN THE STREET AUDIBLE, but it didn?t?). The first encore?I?LL FLY AWAY?was a Seeger Sessions-style tribute, with everyone up front and playing an ?un-plugged? instrument, including a mandolin and a big-ol? stand up bass. The rest of the encore was fun and energetic?and as the band stood on the stage together to say good-bye, you could see the ?whew, we got through it?thanks for helping? look of relief?

Don, LaSalle Canada writes: E Street is a little smaller now but Danny, you'll always be remembered. God Bless You

Bilronn writes: We probably all agree that Bruce is influential, or we wouldn't be at this site. I brought a friend to the Milwaukee show, and he kept saying I was wasting a ticket on him. He kept saying that he didn't know three songs, and nothing from the new album. Well, we got into the pit, and a few songs into it he kept saying that it was the greatest thing he has ever experienced. That is the influential power of Springsteen. For me, it is the human honesty that the lyrics touch. Also, they're completely open to a variety of interpretations which allows each of us to connect in our own personal way.

Charlie Gettin' to the Bottom Of It All writes: Who wrote them? You just say handwritten.

Karsten writes: Sorry for not stating that, but it is indeed Bruce's handwriting.

badscooter22 writes: Hmmm, Was this done so that it could be used as part of the alleged future darkness anniversary boxed set?

stevetrott@optusnet.com.au writes: bruce i have loved your music since your early days ex the wild the innocent@the e street shufflee greetings from asbury park born to run i am australian and you are the only american music that i like i have seen you in london sydney australia yoursuch a legend to me i love the old stuff

Klaus writes: Is it really fair to call this an early draft to TR? It's only "The screen door slams" that later turned up in the song. As far as I remember the other lyrics didn't even make to Wings for Wheels.

Pedros writes: I remember when Darkness first came out, at the time it made 'Punk' sound lame! I was in my last year at High School and my very cool English teacher suggested I purchase an album called 'Born to Run' by a guy called 'Bruce Springsteen'. The local record store didn't have it so I kinda reluctantly grabbed Darkness(apparently, his new release)..You know what?..after all these years I am still to hear anything better! This was rebel music for people who didn't want to wear safety pins through their nose! A remasted Darkness with a live '78 DVD is long, long overdue.

Don Henglein writes: On Sept. 13 there is a WNBA game at Mohigan Sun. On Sept. 21 at MSG there is a George Michael concert. These 2 dates put this schedule in doubt.

Bill Lane writes: I am surprised that NOTHING like this has EVER been planned in the US. If it were planned to be in the Asbury Park area, I think it would be a success. Getting Bruce to play a concert during or after the event would be great too. I am just the idea man... I can't make it happen, but I will go! LOL (:->)

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