American Idol Season 21 winner and viral sensation, Iam Tongi, is set to spread holiday cheer with the release of his Christmas EP, ‘An Iam Tongi Christmas,’ released last Friday, on November 24, 2023. Adding to the festive extravaganza, Tongi will enchant audiences with his rendition of ‘White Christmas’ on The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration. The show will also be available for streaming the next day on Hulu and Disney+ (USA).
Expressing his excitement about the upcoming release, Iam Tongi shared, “The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, and I’m thrilled to share these special moments with my fans through the magic of music.”
The EP features three heartwarming tracks close to Tongi’s heart: ‘Mele Kalikimaki’, ‘The Christmas Song’, and ‘White Christmas’.
Making history as the first Pacific Islander to capture the coveted title of American Idol, Iam Tongi’s incredible journey on the show touched the hearts of millions, with his audition video amassing over 200 million views. Although famously stating that he and his family had been “priced out of paradise,” Tongi is set to make a triumphant return to his roots in Hawaii.
Iam will headline three remarkable homecoming concerts, collectively titled ‘Yessah: Iam Tongi Returns to Hawaii,’ organized by Rick Bartalini Presents. The first show will be held on December 9 at the grand reopening of the 7,000-seat Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu. Tongi will continue with two more shows on December 12 and 13 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. These concerts hold special significance, as a portion of the proceeds will be donated to assist those affected by the devastating wildfires in Maui.
“These homecoming performances are very special to me,” says Tongi about returning to his home state. “It feels incredible to return to Hawaii to perform for the people who have shown me so much love and support.”
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