Passenger to debut in India with three-city tour in November 2025
Indie folk singer-songwriter, Passenger aka Michael Rosenberg, is all set to make his India tour debut with a three-city tour in November this year. Fans of 'Let Her Go...' can attend the concert at DLF CyberHub in Delhi-NCR on November 19, followed by Phoenix MarketCity in Mumbai on November 21 and Phoenix MarketCity in Bengaluru on November 22, 2025. The tickets will go live on June 17, 2025, at 10 a.m. on BookMyShow.
Expressing his excitement about performing in India for the first time, Rosenberg said, 'I can't tell you how excited I am to finally come to India to play some shows! For so many years people have been requesting a Passenger tour of India so it's lovely to finally be able to say that it's happening! I've been to India as a tourist a few times and absolutely loved it so I can't wait to come back in a few months — this time with my guitar!'
Passenger shot to global fame with 'Let Her Go', the breakout single from his 2012 album All The Little Lights. The track not only climbed to the number one spot in 19 countries but also became the second most searched song of all time on Shazam, with billions of streams worldwide, transforming Rosenberg into an international sensation. His extended discography — tracks like 'Simple Song', 'Anywhere', 'Sword from the Stone' and 'Life's For The Living', for many, still remains on constant repeat, echoing through playlists and hearts alike.
Commenting on the tour, Naman Pugalia, chief business officer – Live Events, BookMyShow 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 at BookMyShow Live. 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.'
From stripped-down acoustic sets to soaring anthems delivered with raw vulnerability, his performances are known for their deep emotional resonance and simplicity. With a discography of 15 independently released studio albums, Rosenberg has carved a unique space in the global music landscape and whether busking on street corners or headlining world-renowned venues, his ability to connect with audiences remains unmatched.
Over the past year alone, Passenger has performed at some of the world's most iconic venues, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, The Beacon Theatre in New York City, the Royal Albert Hall in London and two sold-out nights at the prestigious Sydney Opera House, showcasing the magnetic quality of his live shows. Now, see him live in India.
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