Bruce Springsteen surprises bar goers with two hour show in New Jersey

 
Surprise: Bruce Springsteen (Picture: Getty)
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Emma Powell20 July 2015
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Bruce Springsteen surprised a crowd of bar goers with a surprise two hour set in New Jersey.

Springsteen, 65, walked into Wonder Bar where he kicked off a 15 song set which included Darkness on the Edge of Town and The Promised Land.

The night’s scheduled act, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers, played back-up after introducing Sringsteen to the stage as "the King of New Jersey".

"It was thrilling," owner Debbie DeLisa told CNN. "It was a magical night.

"Even the whole street got completely packed with people. It was insane."

The bar soon packed out after word spread on social media and people flocked to see 'The Boss' in action.

For those unable to get inside the bar, Springsteen dedicated his song Light of Day to them.

A picture was shared on the bar's Facebook page alongside a thank-you message following the gig.

"Thanks so much Bruce...and of course Thank You to Joe Grushecky and The House Rockers, Chis Daniels and The Proof, The Billy Walton Band, and Tony Palagrosi for an excellent night of music!," the post read.

"Great music, Great Fans and a Great Night in our Great City of Asbury Park New Jersey!!!"

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