Bruce Springsteen Announces Permanent Departure from the E Street Band

June 5, 2025 – New York City

In a stunning and emotional announcement today, Bruce Springsteen confirmed his permanent departure from the E Street Band, ending one of the most iconic collaborations in rock history.

In a statement released through his official website and social media, Springsteen wrote, “After more than 50 unforgettable years with the E Street Band, I’ve made the incredibly difficult decision to step away. This is not a farewell to music, but a turning of the page.”

The decision marks the end of an era that began in 1972 when Springsteen formed the band that would become synonymous with his explosive live shows and working-class anthems. Together, they redefined American rock with timeless albums like Born to Run, The River, and Born in the U.S.A.

Springsteen emphasized that health was not a factor, but rather a desire to explore quieter creative avenues and spend more time with his family. “I still have songs to write and stories to tell,” he said, “but I’ll be doing that on my own terms, in a new chapter.”

Members of the E Street Band shared their love and gratitude, with Steven Van Zandt writing, “We’ve had the ride of a lifetime. It’ll never be the same without you, Boss.”

While no farewell tour is planned, Springsteen hinted at occasional one-off performances in the future. Fans across the world have already begun flooding social media with tributes, memories, and heartbreak.

For millions, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band were more than music—they were a movement. And though the band’s journey has reached its final stop, the legacy they built will echo for generations.