Noah Kahan’s Sold-Out Hyde Park Set Was a Firework-Filled Masterclass in Modern Folk

There are gigs you go to, and there are gigs that go through you. On July 4th, in the heart of London, Noah Kahan delivered a career-defining set at BST Hyde Park, playing to a sold-out crowd of 65,000 people — and somehow making it feel as intimate as a conversation between friends.

From the second he stepped on the main stage, acoustic guitar in hand and nerves carefully tucked beneath his humor, Noah had the crowd locked in. “Dial Drunk” hit like a jolt of emotional electricity, as thousands screamed back the heartbreak-fueled lyrics. You could see it in his eyes — he wasn’t taking a second of it for granted.

He followed with fan favorites like “All My Love” and “New Perspective”, each met with deafening singalongs that shook the park. Between songs, Noah mentioned how surreal it felt to play such a massive show so far from his New England roots. But this wasn’t just a festival set — it was a celebration of connection, community, and catharsis.

One of the most unforgettable moments of the night came during “Everywhere, Everything”, when Gracie Abrams joined him on stage. Their voices blended beautifully, the chemistry palpable, and for a few minutes, it felt like the entire crowd was holding its breath. It was tender. It was cinematic. It was magic.

And just when it seemed like the night had peaked, Lewis Capaldi appeared as the special guest for “Northern Attitude.” The roar that erupted from the crowd was otherworldly. Capaldi, who’s taken a step back from touring, looked emotional as he embraced Noah mid-song. Two voices — raw, powerful, and deeply human — coming together for one of Kahan’s most anthemic tracks was nothing short of legendary.

Gigi Perez took the stage for “Call Your Mom”, a song that feels like a lifeline set to music. Their duet added another layer of vulnerability to the show, with Gigi’s soaring vocals echoing long after the song ended. It was a reminder that Noah’s music doesn’t just entertain — it heals.

Of course, “Stick Season” was the moment everyone was waiting for. When the first chords hit, Hyde Park exploded. It was the kind of crowd energy you feel in your chest. Thousands of voices screamed, cried, laughed — often all at once. And as the final chorus rang out, fireworks erupted above the stage, painting the night sky in color. It was cinematic. Poetic. Perfect.

We absolutely need to mention “The View Between Villages”, a haunting and hopeful finale that brought things full circle. Standing alone on stage, bathed in golden light, he looked out at the sea of faces and smiled — visibly overwhelmed, visibly grateful.

This wasn’t just a show. It was a moment in time. Noah Kahan turned 65,000 strangers into a single, breathing organism — united in song, in story, and in shared emotion. BST Hyde Park 2025 will go down as a milestone, not just in his career, but in the hearts of everyone who was lucky enough to witness it.

One of the best shows of my life. No question.

Words by Sal F. and Photos by Sophia J Carey