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Bruce Springsteen news
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The gist
Dave Marsh, Bruce Springsteen biographer and rock critic, died Aug 14 at 76. Springsteen called him 'soulful, intelligent, heartfelt, opinionated, bruising and often fantastically argumentative.'
Background
Dave Marsh was a prominent music critic and author of the first Springsteen biography, 'Born to Run: The Bruce Springsteen Story' (1979). He was a longtime host on SiriusXM's E Street Radio and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame committee member. His death was announced by his friend and co-host Jim Rotolo.
How it unfolded
- Aug 14, 2026Dave Marsh died at his home in Connecticut at age 76.
- Aug 15, 2026Jim Rotolo confirmed the news on social media, prompting tributes.
- Aug 16, 2026Bruce Springsteen released a statement honoring Marsh.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Springsteen praised Marsh as 'soulful, intelligent, heartfelt, opinionated, bruising and often fantastically argumentative.'
- Public
- Fans and colleagues expressed condolences, remembering Marsh's influence on rock criticism.
Still unverified
Cause of death has not been disclosed.