Passenger Announces First Ever India Tour This November
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Passenger will perform at DLF CyberHub in Delhi-NCR on November 19, Phoenix Marketcity in Mumbai on November 21, and Phoenix Marketcity in Bengaluru on November 22.
Best known for his global hit
Let Her Go
, Rosenberg rose to fame in 2012 with the release of
All the Little Lights
. The single topped charts in 19 countries and became one of the most searched songs on Shazam, crossing billions of streams.
Beyond
Let Her Go
, Passenger has a strong fan following for tracks such as
Simple Song
,
Anywhere
,
Sword from the Stone
, and
Life's For The Living
.
Known for his acoustic sound and thoughtful lyrics, Rosenberg has released 15 studio albums independently and built a strong global audience through a grassroots touring model.
In a statement, Naman Pugalia, Chief Business Officer – Live Events, said, 'Passenger's music holds a rare emotional weight, one that is quiet, introspective and deeply resonant. For many fans in India, his songs have been the soundtrack to personal moments, quietly weaving their way into everyday life.
Bringing him to India for the very first time across three cities is incredibly special for us. We've always believed in curating experiences that are as meaningful as they are memorable, and this tour is exactly that: intimate, honest and led entirely by the music.
'
Rosenberg's recent performances include shows at major venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Royal Albert Hall, and Sydney Opera House. With India now added to his tour calendar, audiences can expect an intimate live experience shaped by honest storytelling and acoustic performance.
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