David Archuleta Set to Kick Off 2024 Rose Parade
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American Idol alum David Archuleta is elated to be included in the lineup of artists performing at the Rose Parade. The pop singer will open the event alongside Cassadee Pope, Michelle Williams, and Rush Davis.
David Archuleta Among the Artists Opening the 135th Rose Parade
In a video posted on Instagram, Archuleta announced that he’ll be among the musical acts belting out in the 2024 Rose Parade Opening Spectacular. The “Crush” singer will begin the floral procession down Colorado Boulevard, the Tournament of Roses.
“Hey y’all, I’m so excited to be opening up the Rose Parade for New Year’s Day. Gonna be a good time. I’ve never opened up a parade so it’ll be a lot of fun,” he said.
Alongside Pope, Williams, and Rush Davis, they are to ignite the atmosphere of the event. These four performers will take the stage alongside Honda’s awe-inspiring float, “Keep Dreaming.”
“Together, these four musical luminaries merge their talents to create an ensemble set to captivate, mesmerize, and ignite the stage with an electric fusion of their unique styles, setting the tone for the magnificence of the Rose Parade,” according to a statement from the Tournament of Roses.
The 135th Rose Parade on Jan. 1 is themed “Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language.”
The Tournament of Roses also announced that mid-parade performance presented by Explore Louisiana, featuring three Louisiana artists. Grammy-nominated Zydeco artist Sean Ardoin, Cajun fiddler Amanda Shaw and guitarist James Burton will be serving the people with good music on the day of the event.
Fans Can’t Wait to Witness His Performance
Upon hearing about Archuleta’s inclusion in the Rose Parade, fans immediately expressed their happy reactions. Several people informed the “Glorious” singer that they’ll be attending the event to watch him perform.
“Best thing to happen at the start of 2024!!!! And of course, I’ll be awake! What a fantastic opportunity for you!” one person wrote.
“So exciting!! You’ll smash it!! Perfect way to start 2024!” another person wrote.
“It would be a dream come true to have an opportunity that puts Archie and Michelle Williams together, two of my favorite singers!” another person commented.
Indeed, Archuleta will be starting off his 2024 right. As he begins the year with an awesome event, fans manifest for him to have a full-packed 2024.
