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Springsteen rips ‘wannabe king’ Trump, launches concert tour ‘in defense of America’

The 20-date tour will run from late March to late May 2026, promoting American democracy and freedom amid political tensions, Springsteen said.

  • On Tuesday, Bruce Springsteen announced a 20-date Land of Hope and Dreams American tour starting March 31 at Target Center, Minneapolis, calling it a defense of America against a "wannabe king" and rogue government.
  • Responding to the Minneapolis shootings, Springsteen released Streets of Minneapolis after Alex Pretti and Renee Good were fatally shot by federal immigration enforcement agents.
  • A 20-date schedule shows 19 indoor arena shows plus a closing performance May 27 at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C., with tickets on sale Feb. 20–21 via Ticketmaster and AXS.
  • Springsteen replied to fans that he'll see them at the shows, marking the first North American performances since the 2024 European 2025 run that drew more than 700,000 fans.
  • Springsteen's long career and the Land of Hope and Dreams theme highlight his over 140 million records sold and growing focus on political themes during recent tours.
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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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‘Wannabe king’: Springsteen takes fresh swipe at Trump, confirms tour to start in Minneapolis

The rock legend made some pointed comments about the president and White House in an Instagram video in which he announced a coming tour of the US.

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Boston GlobeBoston Globe
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Bruce Springsteen will play TD Garden this spring on ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ tour - The Boston Globe

The just-announced leg of Springsteen’s “Land of Hope and Dreams” tour spans two months and 20 shows, including a May 24 performance at TD Garden.

·Boston, United States
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Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band announce spring 2026 tour

Bruce Springsteen is reuniting with the E Street Band for the Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour, kicking off in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on March 31.

·United States
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Bruce Springsteen Announces 20 Concert Tour in the u.s. and Charges Donald Trump · Global Voices

Bruce Springsteen announces a 20 concert tour in the U.S. with E Street Band, under the slogan “Land of Hope and Dreams”.

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Springsteen jabs Trump as 'wannabe king' as famed rocker launches concert tour ‘in defense of America’

Bruce Springsteen announces "Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour" starting March 31 in Minneapolis while calling President Donald Trump a "wannabe king" in new social media video.

·New York, United States
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Bruce Springsteen Announces Us Tour 2026: Rockstar Sends Message to Trump

Bruce Springsteen and his E Street band have announced a new US tour, starting in Minneapolis – a message to US President Trump.

·Berlin, Germany
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