Bruce Springsteen and actor Jeremy Allen White will take center stage for an exclusive SiriusXM Town Hall on October 2, 2025, at SiriusXM’s New York City studios. The event is part of the promotional campaign for the upcoming film Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, set for theatrical release on October 24, 2025. Jim Rotolo of SiriusXM’s E Street Radio will host the interview, which will give fans a closer look at the film’s portrayal of Springsteen during the creation of his 1982 album Nebraska. A select number of fans won tickets through a contest on SiriusXM’s website.
This returns to the spotlight in New Jersey, both on screen and in conversation, as SiriusXM hosts an exclusive “Town Hall” event on October 2, 2025, promoting the highly anticipated film Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere. The intimate, invite-only event at SiriusXM’s New York studios will feature Springsteen himself alongside actor Jeremy Allen White, who portrays the iconic musician in the film, with SiriusXM E Street Radio host Jim Rotolo moderating the discussion.
Fans had the opportunity to attend the taping through a SiriusXM contest, which closed entries on October 1. While it is not yet confirmed whether the event will air live or when a full recording will be available on channel 20, the Town Hall promises an in-depth look at Springsteen’s creative process during one of the most pivotal moments of his career.
The film, set for theatrical release on October 24, 2025, dramatizes the making of Springsteen’s legendary 1982 album Nebraska. Drawing from Warren Zanes’s 2023 biography, it follows a 32-year-old Springsteen confronting depression, past regrets, and the pressures of impending superstardom. The cast includes Jeremy Strong as Springsteen’s manager Jon Landau and Stephen Graham as Douglas Springsteen, the musician’s father. White, who had no prior professional music experience, underwent intensive training in singing and guitar to authentically portray the Boss. Springsteen himself has praised White’s performance and provided creative guidance throughout filming.
New Jersey played a central role in bringing the film to life. Production ran from late 2024 through January 2025, spanning multiple counties and transforming numerous towns into 1980s-era backdrops. The state provided a $14.6 million tax credit for the $41.8 million spent filming locally, highlighting New Jersey’s ongoing support for the arts and its significance in Springsteen’s life and career.
Asbury Park served as a key location for several scenes. Iconic music venues like The Stone Pony were brought to life, with White performing on stage amid cheers from fans, while Carousel House saw a recreated merry-go-round scene. Streets surrounding Frank’s Deli & Restaurant were retrofitted with vintage cars, and the Convention Hall and boardwalk added authentic coastal scenery to the film.
In Freehold, Springsteen’s hometown, the production captured flashback scenes including White driving a classic Camaro through downtown streets, with locals and Springsteen himself observing. Federici’s, a beloved local eatery, served as a filming hub for community scenes.
Montclair’s Bellevue Avenue branch of the Montclair Public Library hosted the first day of shooting, October 28, 2024, where Jeremy Allen White was first seen in character, drawing crowds of fans snapping photos. Additional New Jersey locations included Colts Neck, where scenes recreated the bedroom in which Springsteen recorded Nebraska, and East Rutherford’s Meadowlands Arena, standing in for concert footage tied to his Born in the U.S.A. tour. Bayonne, Rahway, Rockaway, and Morris County towns such as Denville and Harding Township provided further authentic settings for street and interior sequences.
Throughout filming, Springsteen remained closely involved, visiting sets in Asbury Park, Bayonne, and Rockaway to interact with cast and crew. His personal endorsement of White’s portrayal underscores the deep connection between the musician, his New Jersey roots, and the story being told on screen.
Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere not only celebrates one of rock music’s defining albums but also shines a spotlight on New Jersey itself, capturing the landscapes, venues, and communities that shaped the Boss’s journey. For ongoing coverage of Springsteen-related events, music news, and performances across the state, visit Explore New Jersey Music.
