Noah Kahan performs sold out show at Spark Arena

American singer-songwriter Noah Kahan performed the first of two sold-out shows at Spark Arena in Auckland. During the concert, Kahan used a stage prop of a ringing payphone to deliver a message to the All Blacks ahead of their match against the Wallabies.

Kahan wore an All Blacks jersey and a pounamu during the encore while performing 'End of August'. The All Blacks responded to his support on social media, stating, “Welcome to the All Black family brother 🖤”.

The musician, who is known for the hit song 'Stick Season', had previously spent time playing golf and having a drink with former All Black Justin Marshall. Kahan also noted a connection to New Zealand, as his first charting song was released here.

The concert featured a stage designed around a house, with Kahan performing from the roof during the song 'Willing and Able'. The production included light-up wristbands and visuals that changed to match different albums.

Compiled from reports by Stuff and NZ Herald.