Sombr Responds to Fan Criticism, Defends Show Against ‘Cringe’ Label

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Sombr recently addressed criticism from a concertgoer who labeled his performance as “cringe.” The fan recorded a nearly nine-minute TikTok video after attending his show at Anthem in Washington, D.C., on October 13. This video gained significant attention online.

Sombr Responds to Fan Criticism

In his response, Sombr acknowledged the viral video, stating, “I thought I was chronically online.” He noted the fan’s complaints about the audience demographics and the humor during the concert. The critic, a 25-year-old woman, expressed her disappointment over the number of younger attendees and described parts of the show, such as the “Sombr Dating Show.”

Details of the Criticism

The fan criticized Sombr’s jokes, which she termed “brain-rot,” and mentioned inappropriate comments made during the show.
She referred to his performance style, suggesting it was unentertaining and compared him to “Napoleon Dynamite.”
Despite her negative experience, she acknowledged that many in the audience enjoyed the concert, even likening Sombr to “this generation’s David Bowie.”

Sombr Defends His Artistic Choices

Sombr countered the critique by discussing the body-shaming comments he faced. He expressed understanding for differing opinions but emphasized his position as a “freshly 20-year-old artist.” He asserted that concertgoers should anticipate a younger crowd, especially given his age.

Regarding his humor, Sombr explained that his audience often follows his social media presence, indicating familiarity with his comedic style. He remarked, “I’ve never uttered a serious word in my life,” highlighting that his shows consist mainly of music interspersed with brief comedic segments.

Tour and Upcoming Projects

Sombr’s debut album, I Barely Know Her, which features popular tracks like “Back to Friends” and “12 to 12,” was released in August. Since then, his tour has been successful, selling out through November. He is also set to perform on Saturday Night Live with host Nikki Glaser on November 8, aiming to showcase his creativity further.

In conclusion, Sombr encouraged fans to embrace diversity at his concerts, stating, “Everyone is welcome.” He urged detractors to focus their criticisms elsewhere, asserting he is simply existing and creating as a young artist in the music landscape.