Noah Kahan was recently inducted into the Fenway Music Hall of Fame following his historic four-night run at Boston’s iconic Fenway Park, becoming just the fourth artist to receive the honor.
The surprise announcement came during the final night of Kahan’s shows, making an already unforgettable night even more emotional for the Vermont native.
A Surprise From His Mom
One of the highlights of Kahan’s Fenway shows has been a recurring segment in which he answers a ringing payphone onstage, leading to humorous conversations with surprise “callers.”
On the final night, however, the caller was someone much closer to home—his mother, Lauri Berkenkamp. Appearing on the stadium’s JumboTron, she congratulated her son on becoming the first artist ever to sell out four consecutive nights at Fenway Park before revealing the big news.
Berkenkamp said, “It’s mom. I’m so proud of you, and I hope you’ve had as much fun here at Fenway as I have. I can’t believe you’re the only artist to ever sell out four consecutive nights at Fenway Park, but I’m not surprised. I knew you could do it. I’ve known all along.”
“I also have some news to share. On behalf of Fenway Park and the Boston Red Sox, you are officially being inducted into the Fenway Music Hall of Fame. Congratulations. You know how much I love you and how proud I am of you,” she announced, leaving Kahan visibly stunned.
Noah Kahan Joins an Exclusive Club
With the induction, Kahan joins an elite group that includes Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, and Zac Brown Band—the only previous recipients of the Fenway Music Hall of Fame honor.
Kahan, who was left speechless, needed to overcome his surprise since the introduction to his next song, “She Calls Me Back,” already started playing. “Well that’s f***ing cool, huh? Gotta move on from that, I guess, like nothing f***ing happened,” he said jokingly.
A Historic Week in Boston
The Hall of Fame induction wasn’t the only recognition Kahan received during his record-setting run. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey also declared July 11 as “Noah Kahan Day” in honor of his contributions to music and his historic achievement at Fenway Park.
Kahan will continue The Great Divide Tour with upcoming performances in Chicago, New York, and additional North American dates before heading overseas later this year.
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