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Sombr Reunites with Idol Sam Smith for Emotional Duet in New York
10 Oct
Summary
- Sombr fulfilled childhood dream by performing with Sam Smith
- Sam Smith begins 24-date residency in Brooklyn
- Sombr's sold-out hometown show at Pier 17 featured the duet
On October 9th, 2025, rising musician Sombr achieved a lifelong dream when he welcomed special guest Sam Smith to the stage during his sold-out hometown show at New York's Pier 17. The 20-year-old artist played a video of himself singing Smith's hit "I'm Not the Only One" as a 14-year-old, telling the Grammy-winning singer, "All I wanted to do is be like you."
The emotional duet between Sombr and Smith was a highlight of the evening, as the two artists connected over their shared passion for music. Meanwhile, Smith has begun a 24-date residency at the historic Warsaw venue in Brooklyn, which was initially planned for 12 shows but has now been extended through December.
During the residency's opening night, Smith performed a mix of their own hits like "To Be Free" and "Dancing With a Stranger," as well as covers of classic songs by artists like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Simon & Garfunkel, and the Magnetic Fields. Sombr will continue his own live show run, with another performance scheduled at Pier 17 on October 10th.
