DAVID ARCHULETA SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER AT MGM GRAND AT FOXWOODSAmerican Idol Sensation to Perform on December 17 as Part of his “Christmas from the Heart” Holiday Tour.
19 Recordings/Jive Records artist David Archuleta enriches the holiday spirit with his 17-city U.S. tour throughout the advent season, including a visit to MGM Grand at Foxwoods where he’ll perform a variety of holiday hits, as well as some of his other hit songs, on December 17 on stage at the MGM Theater. Tickets are $20, $30 and $40, and will go on-sale October 26 at 9 a.m.
A seventh season runner-up on American Idol, David Archuleta first captivated audiences in 2008, and went on to release a critically acclaimed self-titled debut album that sold more than 700,000 albums. The Murray, Utah native soared to #2 on the Billboard charts, buoyed by his smash single “Crush.”
Archuleta, who sold out his last tour in a matter of minutes, will hit the road in November and December performing his hits and seasonal classics from his latest album, “Christmas from the Heart,” available in stores now. Through a partnership with I Love All Access, a variety of VIP ticket packages have been created for this tour, including premium seats, meet and greets, Q & As with Archuleta, private acoustic performance, photo ops and more.
Archuleta’s original composition “Melodies of Christmas” sets the festive tone for an album inspired by his deep regard for the meaning of Christmas and tidings of good will. Seasonal standards “I'll Be Home for Christmas” and “Silent Night” are included on the holiday collection filled with widespread international appeal. Filipino vocalist Charice Pempengco joins Archuleta for the duet “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” The Salt Lake Children’s Choir and The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra are featured on select holiday favorites, conveying Archuleta’s message—joy to the world.