In which band did "The Big Man "Clarence Clemons play saxophone?

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Clarence Clemons played saxophone in Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.

Known by the nickname “The Big Man,” Clemons became the E Street Band’s signature saxophonist. He first met Bruce Springsteen in 1971 while both were performing in the New Jersey music scene, and he joined Springsteen’s developing band the following year. Clemons remained associated with the group until his death in 2011.

His powerful tenor saxophone helped define the band’s sound, especially on songs such as “Born to Run,” “Thunder Road,” “Jungleland,” and “Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out.” His solos added a soulful, jazz-influenced dimension to Springsteen’s rock arrangements.

The most precise short answer is “the E Street Band,” while the stored wording identifies both the band and its leader, Bruce Springsteen. That wording is therefore fully acceptable. After Clemons died, his nephew Jake Clemons became the E Street Band’s saxophonist for later performances.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Aug. 2026

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