To celebrate the 74th birthday of the E Street Band, Consigliere, host Jesse Jackson welcomes Robert Lawson to discuss his new book 'Solidarity Forever: The Art and Soul of Stevie Van Zandt'. The conversation delves into Robert's background as a music enthusiast, his childhood influences, and his long-standing admiration for both Bruce Springsteen and Steven Van Zandt. Robert shares fascinating insights into his research process, the writing of his detailed biography on Van Zandt, and numerous anecdotes about Steven's storied career in music and television. This episode is a must-watch for fans of Bruce, Little Steven, and music history.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

01:25 Robert Lawson's Musical Background

01:58 Growing Up with Music

06:28 Discovering Bruce Springsteen and Little Steven

08:55 Deep Dive into Little Steven's Music

14:01 Writing the Book on Little Steven

16:29 Previous Works and Inspirations

20:40 Research and Interviews for the Book

22:13 Pitching the Book to Little Steven

24:33 Comparing Autobiographies

27:20 Little Steven's Documentary and Public Perception

29:49 Exploring the Depths of Steven Van Zandt's Career

30:19 Unheard Stories from the Disciples of Soul

31:28 Challenges and Triumphs in Steven's Solo Career

33:31 The Complex Relationship with Bruce Springsteen

37:16 Steven's Influence and Legacy

47:10 The Future of Steven Van Zandt

50:54 Promoting the Book and Final Thoughts

56:51 Supporting the Podcast

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