Noah Kahan headlined Rolling Stone's inaugural Stateside music festival on July 4, 2026, in Kingston, New York, drawing a sold-out crowd of 4,000 attendees. This festival marks a significant milestone for the music magazine, as it has branded its first-ever festival event. Kahan's performance comes ahead of his four sold-out shows at Boston's Fenway Park this week.
Noah Kahan's Performance Highlights
Despite a thunderstorm that delayed the festival by about 90 minutes, Kahan delivered a captivating 75-minute set filled with fan favorites. His performance included hits like “Stick Season,” “Dial Drunk,” and “Great Divide.” The festival also featured a diverse lineup of artists, including Gigi Perez, whose set was cut short due to the weather.
Other performers included Sydney Rose, Arcy Drive, Bo Staloch, and Bebe Stockwell, showcasing a rich blend of folk, Americana, rock, and country music. Kahan's appearance at the festival is a testament to his growing popularity, especially following the release of his acclaimed fourth album, The Great Divide, earlier this year.
Rolling Stone's Expansion into Live Events
Rolling Stone's Stateside festival represents a strategic move to create new revenue streams beyond traditional print and digital income. The festival is part of a broader effort by the magazine to engage with audiences through live events. In 2022, Rolling Stone acquired Las Vegas's Life is Beautiful music festival, indicating its commitment to expanding its presence in the live music scene.
