Atlantic City (Live in Jersey) [feat. Bruce Springsteen and Kings of Leon]
Listen to Atlantic City (Live in Jersey) [feat. Bruce Springsteen and Kings of Leon] on Spotify. Song · Zach Bryan, Bruce Springsteen, Kings of Leon · 2025
Zach Bryan, the Oklahoma-born country sensation, continues to redefine the genre with his raw storytelling and folk-rock blend. Following his 2024 album The Great American Bar Scene, he dropped a new live single, “Atlantic City (Live in Jersey),” on September 12, 2025, featuring Bruce Springsteen and Kings of Leon’s Caleb Followill.
The track, a cover of Springsteen’s 1982 Nebraska classic, was recorded during Bryan’s historic three-night stand at MetLife Stadium on July 20, 2025—the first for a country artist. The four-minute performance captures the trio’s chemistry, with Bryan’s gravelly vocals, Springsteen’s weathered grit, and Followill’s harmonies staying true to the original’s haunting tale of desperation and hope in Atlantic City.
This isn’t Bryan’s first nod to The Boss. Springsteen guested on Bryan’s “Sandpaper” in 2024, and they’ve shared stages before, including duets in Philadelphia and Brooklyn. At MetLife, 80,000 fans roared as Springsteen joined for “Atlantic City” and an encore of Bryan’s “Revival.” Social media buzzed with clips, fans on X calling it a “legendary moment.”
Critics praise the single’s authenticity, with Holler noting its fidelity to Springsteen’s sound. Available on Spotify and Apple Music, it’s a bridge between country and rock, showcasing Bryan’s crossover appeal. As rumors of a new project swirl, “Atlantic City” cements his place as a modern storyteller honoring music’s roots.
