Noah Kahan is an American singer-songwriter born January 1, 1997, in Strafford, Vermont. He began writing songs at age eight and released his debut single "Hurt Somebody" in 2017 after signing with Republic Records. His debut album Busyhead (2019) established him in the indie-folk scene, followed by I Was / I Am (2021). Kahan achieved mainstream breakthrough with his third album Stick Season (2022), which debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200 and earned him a 2024 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist. His music blends folk, pop, and rock with introspective lyrics often referencing New England and personal themes. Live performances are characterized by raw emotional delivery and connection with audiences across North America and Europe.