David Archuleta Tickets

David Archuleta's is a story of talent, passion and courage that can make one the heart-throb of millions even at a young age of seventeen. Yes, this was his age when he auditioned for American Idol. Today, this young boy has proved his musical talent to all and sundry by churning out hit albums, performing at sold-out shows and becoming a strong contender for next generation's music icon. Let us take you through the journey of David in the world of music.

Born in 1990 in Miami, Florida; David started singing at the age of six. He made his first public performance at the age of ten. This was in Utah, where his family moved by then, at the Utah Talent Competition. David won the Child Division of competition with his superb performance. Two years later, he became the Junior Vocal Champion on Star Search 2.

David got some really productive chances after Star Search 2. The producers of this talent-hunt show invited him back to compete against other winners in a new edition. Though he joined them back, he had to fight with vocal paralysis and his vocal therapy caused him a couple of years. However, his courage and deep love for music never let him down and he eventually regained the voice, confidence and opportunities.

One of the events that inspired David for American Idol was meeting and getting appreciation from the first ever first American Idol, Kelly Clarkson. A couple of live performances after that and David Archuleta found himself San Diego; singing John Mayer's classic Waiting on the World to Change in the auditions of American Idol' seventh season. His powerful vocals and strong performance urged Randy Jackson to join him on back vocals and he was unanimously shown the ticket to Hollywood.

The American Idol journey of David Archuleta was full of praise and admiration. It came from the judges, fellow contestants and above all, the audience. Through his beautiful renditions of yesteryears' hits and new blockbusters, his masterful piano playing and the sweet-yet-strong stage presence, David never found himself in the alarming bottom three. Eventually, he became the finalist of American Idol 7 along with David Cook.

The May of 2008 witnessed the David's battle it out for the coveted crown of American Idol. Though Archuleta lost to Cook, but he got an impressive 44 percent votes and ample praise from everyone. The judge Simon Cowell and even David Cook thought that Archuleta would eventually won the title, but nonetheless, the runner-up stand also got him enough lime-light and a recording deal with Jive Records.

In the post Idol scenario, David Archuleta emerged as a mature and skilled singer-songwriter who surprised everyone with his music stuff and album sales. He toured with David Cook as part of American Idol Tour and also started work on his debut album. Released in November 2008, this self-titled album hit #2 straightaway at the Billboard album charts, second only to Rihanna's Disturbia. The album sold 183,000 copies in its first week along while the download figures were 166,000. By 2009, the album sales reached 500,000 making David one of the few artists to achieve the feat at such young age.
br>David Archuleta has also got great critical acclaim for his debut work. The music industry welcomed the boy with open arms and he performed as opening act for Demi Lovato and English band McFly. He also made some television appearances and listed among the Breakout Stars of 2008 by Forbes magazine.

Though his first love is music, David has also tried his acting skills with brief appearance on Nickelodeon's iCarly and Disney's Hannah Montana; the later saw him singing a duet with Miley Cyrus. His fanatic fans supported his every move and also made him the star with Most Fanatic Fans as he was honored in 2008 Teen Choice Awards.

David Archuleta cites Stevie Wonder, Natalie Cole, Kirk Franklin and Bryan Adams among his major musical influences. However, his family's musical background hints that he nurtured this passion from the very outset. His mother and aunts were singers and dancers while his father a jazz musician. Music was in his blood and this proves right when we listen to his melodies.

The major hits of David Archuleta include both his original singles and the standout performances from his American Idol days. Crush, In This Moment, Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me, and Imagine rocked his fans and he still get great response whenever he performed these numbers.

Now David Archuleta is hitting the road as part of exciting live concerts. Make sure you get hold of David Archuleta tickets well in advance in order to enjoy the splendid live performance by this young superstar.