Steven Van Zandt is one of the last true rock ‘n’ rollers. With his bandana, heavy boots, and guitar slung over his hip, he symbolizes both the rebel and the romantic of the endless highways of the USA. As a member of Springsteen’s E Street Band, Van Zandt played on mega-hits like “Darkness on the Edge of Town,” “The River,” and “Born in the U.S.A.”, and during his solo career, he wrote songs for Meat Loaf, Pearl Jam, and Jackson Browne. In the 1980s, this exceptional musician, also known as Little Steven, caused a sensation by opposing the South African regime with the album “Sun City” as part of the Artists United Against Apartheid group. His call was heeded by artists such as Bob Dylan, Pete Townshend, Miles Davis, Lou Reed, and Peter Gabriel. In his autobiography “Soulfire,” Van Zandt recounts his tough youth in New Jersey, the allure of rock ‘n’ roll, and his immensely successful collaboration with Bruce Springsteen, to which he devotes considerable space. He also highlights his acting career in “The Sopranos” and the Netflix series “Lilyhammer,” his philanthropic work, and his commitment to helping underprivileged youth.
Includes a 50-page PDF booklet and a QR code linking to all the songs mentioned in the book on Spotify.
