Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan has urged his fans to utilize venue restrooms after a concertgoer reported discovering what appeared to be feces on the floor of Citizens Bank Park during his June 26 performance. The incident prompted Kahan to address the issue on social media.
In a post to X, formerly Twitter, Kahan, 29, implored attendees to seek out proper facilities if nature calls during a show. "If you have to poop at a show please dear god just go to the bathroom lmao I’ve pooped my pants as much as the next 29 year old but you guys gotta understand there’s a venue worker out there with a 1000 yard stare after dealing with that," he wrote. Kahan also shared a personal anecdote, stating, "I s**t myself onstage in Charlottesville but that’s because I am dedicated to my craft."
Video of the alleged incident circulating online showed a brown substance on the venue floor, with a visibly distressed concertgoer reacting to the discovery. The user @chelsfeez captioned a post featuring the video with "Got s**t on seeing @NoahKahan last night #gotasoulstill."
Kahan, a Grammy-nominated artist from Vermont, is known for hits such as "Hurt Somebody" and "Stick Season," the latter of which was notably covered by Olivia Rodrigo and Maisie Peters. He has released four albums and was nominated for Best New Artist at the 2023 Grammy Awards.
Beyond his music career, Kahan has been an advocate for mental health awareness. He has openly discussed topics including alcoholism, addiction, depression, and anxiety. His non-profit foundation, The Busyhead Project, aims to support organizations that provide crisis care and resources for marginalized communities. Kahan has expressed a desire to give back to the community that has supported him, stating, "If I can help anyone get through their struggles, it will be the proudest achievement of my career."
In May 2024, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Kahan shared his own experiences with mental health, noting the challenges of advocating for mental well-being while personally struggling. He described experiencing days of isolation and poor eating habits, contrasting them with days of performing and discussing therapy's impact on his life. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging that it is acceptable to experience periods of struggle, anxiety, or exhaustion, while also encouraging efforts towards healing and mutual support.