In a surprise turn of events, Bruce Springsteen made an unannounced appearance at Zach Bryan’s sold-out gig at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The legendary rock icon joined the rising country star onstage during his Quittin’ Time tour, creating a magical and unforgettable night for fans.
The Unexpected Guest
Zach Bryan, known for his deep love of Springsteen’s music, had already set the stage with his walk-on song, “Johnny 99”. But when he began playing the chords of his yet-to-be-released track, “Sandpaper,” the crowd erupted as Bruce Springsteen himself walked onto the stage. The two artists traded verses and harmonized on the choruses, with Springsteen taking the high parts. The audience was stunned and thrilled by this impromptu collaboration.
A Barnstorming Finale
As Bryan launched into his usual show-closer, “Revival,” Springsteen remained onstage. The surprise didn’t end there—Maggie Rogers (who had earlier dueted with Bryan on “Dawns”) also joined them. Bryan introduced Springsteen to the crowd, and the E Street Band legend sang along, both on and off the mic. Springsteen even contributed a scorching guitar solo and joined in some choreographed moves. It was a powerful display of respect from the seasoned artist to the younger talent.
Unreleased Gems
Between loud singalongs to Bryan’s hits, the audience was treated to more unreleased songs. Bryan performed “The Great American Bar Scene” and “Better Days” from an upcoming album slated for release later this year.