4 Stand-Up Comics Who Used to Open for Famous Musicians
By Tony Alpsen
Published on March 18, 2026.
The article discusses four stand-up comics who used to perform for famous musicians, including Zach Bryan, Bobcat Goldthwait, and Jim Breuer. These examples are rare examples of stand-ups opening for musicians. The article also mentions Metallica's request for Breuer to entertain their fans without using any jokes. Other notable examples include Steve Martin's early days as an opener for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and the Carpenters.
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