Noah Kahan Talks ‘The Great Divide’ While Playing Pool at Highland Park Bowl | Takes Us Out
Noah Kahan takes Billboard out to Highland Park Bowl in Los Angeles for pool, drinks and real talk. In this episode of Takes Us Out, Noah Kahan opens up about touring stadiums, songwriting and protecting his privacy. He also talks about his favorite ways to unwind on the road, why it’s important to carve out […]
In an episode of the television show "Takes Us Out," singer-songwriter Noah Kahan visited the Highland Park Bowl in Los Angeles for a game of pool and conversation. Kahan discussed his experiences touring stadiums, the process of songwriting, and the importance of maintaining privacy while on the road. He shared his favorite methods for relaxing during his travels and his thoughts on balancing music-related activities with downtime to manage stress.
Kahan elaborated on how a song evolves from its initial writing stage to the recording and live performances, sharing anecdotes about his most cherished moments on the album "The Great Divide." He also provided humorous accounts of audience reactions and discussed the significance of setting boundaries, particularly after writing about personal family matters in his previous album "Stick Season."
During the visit, Kahan and his conversation partner engaged in a competitive game of pool, which quickly turned chaotic. The episode concluded with a rapid-fire round of questions and answers over drinks and pizza, during which Kahan ranked his albums and reflected on his musical journey.
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