Cheerleader singer OMI set for debut tour in India

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White Fox India, the New Delhi Based event management outfit that grabbed headlines when they brought Justin Bieber to the country for the very first time is gearing up to bring OMI to India for a debut showcase.

After Bob Marley, 31-year-old OMI is the first Jamaican singer-songwriter who triggered a global musical tide. His chartbuster single "Cheerleader" was officially hailed as "Song Of The Summer" by Billboard after a lengthy six week reign at the #1 spot on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. It snagged an incredible 800 million combined video views and was streamed over 400 Million times on Spotify. The unstoppable hit notched platinum-plus sales in the UK, Sweden, Italy, Germany, and Australia, 3X platinum certification in Spain and Diamond certification in France.

A praiseworthy follow-up to Cheerleader, OMI delivered Hula Hoop in his debut album "Me 4 U" which garnered over 100 million views and a platinum certification. The album also features tracks like "Stir It", "Drop In The Ocean", "These Are The Days", "Hitchiker" and "Babylon".

The affable singer/songwriter, who hails from the rural Jamaican parish of Clarendon - 'a stone's throw from Kingston' pursued his interest in music from the age of 14 years. He has worked with A-list artists like Felix Jaehn, Shaggy, The Vamps, Kid Ink, Taylor Swift and Avril Lavigne and is a frequent caller of major music award ceremonies all around the world

In February this year , the new king of pop OMI's debut India tour will take place on 23rd February at Kitty Su Mumbai and 24th February at Privee New Delhi and 25th February at Artistrey, Hyderabad . Let the tropical hit songs wake your city up!

OMI states, " Hey Namaste India, I just want to say thanks for the invite to share your culture. I am really looking forward to the experience of the food, the music, the people and the awesome sights to see. Big ups to White Fox India for finally making this happen, looking forward to seeing you all really soon."

Adding on Arjun Jain, Founder, White Fox India states, "OMI has a huge fan following in India and after a lot of fan requests we decided to bring him to the sub-continent for the very time for a two city showcase. In addition this year we plan to host a bouquet of commercial acts who haven't performed in the country before."

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