Journey's Jonathan Cain Criticizes Bruce Springsteen

Jonathan Cain, keyboardist for the band Journey, has publicly criticized fellow rock musician Bruce Springsteen, labeling him an "annoying, bitter old man" during a recent podcast interview. Cain expressed his belief that artists should refrain from discussing politics on stage and implied that Springsteen's outspokenness is unwelcome.

Cain, who is openly conservative, stated that individuals like Springsteen, who are vocal about their political views, should "shut up." He specifically referenced Springsteen's age, referring to him as a "76-year-old," and contrasted this with the patriotic themes of Springsteen's music, suggesting he should "Act Like It" given his song "Born in the USA."

This criticism from Cain comes as he continues to champion his own conservative viewpoints. The interview did not specify which podcast Cain appeared on or the exact date of the recording, but the remarks have surfaced in recent music news coverage. Cain's comments highlight a perceived divide among veteran musicians regarding the role of political commentary in their public personas.