The promise of a rock ‘n’ roll concert as a conduit for protest reached a fever pitch Wednesday at a sold-out United Center.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Bruce Springsteen kicked off his tour in Minneapolis with a performance that blended music, tribute and subtle political themes.

Bruce Springsteen’s Austin concert balanced empathy and sharp political criticism, opening with a prayer for Donald Trump’s safety after a shooting, then condemning his administration’s policies. The ...