Sombr surprised fans at his March 16th performance at Dublin’s 3Arena with a special guest appearance by The Cranberries’ guitarist Noel Hogan and bassist Mike Hogan. The three performed “Linger,” the Irish band’s 1993 hit song that reached No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
A Nostalgic Collaboration
The performance brought together the 20-year-old sombr with founding members of The Cranberries, a band formed in Limerick, Ireland in 1989. The Cranberries went on hiatus in 2003, reunited in 2009, and released their sixth studio album, Roses, in February 2012. The band ultimately disbanded in 2018 following the death of singer Dolores O’Riordan.
This performance follows an incident at the BRIT Awards last month where sombr was “seemingly rushed by a man” during a performance of his song “Undressed.” A representative for sombr later confirmed the incident was staged.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did this performance take place?
The performance took place on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the 3Arena in Dublin.
What song did sombr perform with The Cranberries?
Sombr and The Cranberries performed “Linger,” a hit song for The Cranberries released in 1993.
What happened to The Cranberries’ singer, Dolores O’Riordan?
Dolores O’Riordan died in January 2018 due to accidental drowning.
Will this collaboration spark further interest in The Cranberries’ music or inspire similar cross-generational performances?
