Get ready for one of the most exciting concerts of the year brought to you by Resorts World Genting in conjunction with Genting’s 50th anniversary celebrations. David Foster has been invited to perform with his friends, namely Peter Cetera, Natalie Cole, Boyz II Men, Ruben Studdard and Jackie Evancho in his upcoming tour titled, “HITMAN David Foster & Friends Asia Tour 2015″ on 14th August 2015 at Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting from 9pm onwards.
David Foster is a musician, songwriter, composer, music arranger, producer, and recording artiste for more than 4 decades. His portfolio includes the biggest names in pop music. He has played a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and many more. With his passion and effort in producing some of the biggest songs in history, he has since won 16 Grammy Awards and racked up 3 Oscar nominations for “Best Original Song”.
Not too long ago, Foster moved to front stage by producing his own concerts namely “David Foster and Friends” featuring live performances by Foster and some top performers in the music industry.
Amongst the top artistes is the popular R&B singer of all time Ruben Studdard. He rose to fame as the winner of the second season of American Idol in 2003. The song “Superstar” in his platinum-selling debut album “Soulful” received Grammy Award nomination for “Best Male R&B Vocal Performance” and his latest album “Unconditional Love” with David Foster.
Together they have received overwhelming feedback from the public for Ruben’s soulful vocal.
Another popular artiste and all-time favourite who will be at the concert is the multiple Grammy Awards winner Natalie Cole. She rocketed to stardom in 1975 with her debut album “Inseparable” that won her “Best New Artist” and “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance” at the Grammy Awards with the song “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)”.
This concert also sees Peter Cetera, best known for being the lead singer of rock band Chicago in the 70s. Peter an American singer-songwriter, bassist and producer first solo single, “Glory of Love” was a big hit when it was made the theme song for “The Karate Kid, Part II”. It became US #1song in 1986 and was nominated for both Oscars and Golden Globes in the category of “Best Original Song”, as well as Grammy Award for “Best Pop Vocal Performance by Male Artiste”.
At this upcoming concert with David Foster, Peter will be singing some of the songs he had collaborated and produced with David.
Most iconic R&B group in music history, Boyz II Men will also be joining Foster. The group is also another Grammy Award-winner that is best known for love ballads and a cappella harmonies. Throughout their 20 year of singing career, they have won fans from around the world with their famous hits like “End of the Road”, “I’ll Make Love to You”, “One Sweet Day”, and “Motownphilly”.
Another phenomenal singer Jackie Evancho gained worldwide recognition when she was just 10 years old with her natural talents in singing during America’s Got Talent competition. Her talent caught Foster’s attention and he had included her in his concerts in 2009. Jackie’s latest album “Awakening” which was debuted in 2014, was listed as number one on the Billboard’s classical charts soon after it was released.
Be sure to witness David Foster and Friends’ superb performance at Genting!
Tickets are priced at:
- RM 2108 (VVIP)
- RM 1618 (VIP)
- RM 1168 (PS1)
- RM 788 (PS2)
- RM 498 (PS3)
- RM 298 (PS4)
*Tickets are inclusive of GST.
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