Overview

• On July 26 at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island, Combs paused mid-performance of “Whoever You Turn Out to Be” during the Newport Folk Festival.
• The 35-year-old artist became visibly emotional as he sang lyrics about making a father proud, briefly holding his head in his hands as tears fell.
• After apologizing for the interruption, he told the crowd he was “in the moment,” wiped his face with a towel and then completed the song.
• Throughout 2025, Combs has confined his live shows to roughly two dozen festival dates to maximize time at home with his sons, Tex and Beau.
• Fans cheered him on in person and flooded social media with praise for his raw vulnerability and sincere connection to his music.