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Arizona’s Drew Ryniewicz to Headline International Concert

X-Factor meets The Voice France during American debut of the Voila Tour

Arizona's own Drew Ryniewicz is coming home to headline an international concert event that blends American and France music artists during the American debut of the Voila Tour at the Prescott Valley Event Center on Saturday, April 1.

"Returning home and performing in front of fans, friends and family who have supported me from the beginning is so special to me,” said Ryniewicz. “The Voila tour is a unique and fun-filled event where Arizonans can experience a different culture and see an amazing concert all under one roof."

Ryniewicz, 20, has been captivating audiences around the country since placing sixth in the debut season of X-Factor in 2011. The native of Chino Valley will perform a 20-minute set including a closing duet with Fanny Melili, who competed on season two of singing competition The Voice France in 2013.

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The return of marks the first major concert performance by Ryniewicz in her hometown since she debuted her second EP titled 180 in February 2016. Since then, she has toured the country to promote her EP. Ryniewicz recently moved to Nashville and remains an active voice for anti-bullying, regularly performing and speaking out against bullying on the Allstar Nation Tour.

Originating in France, the Voila Tour also features a group of hand-selected artists and musicians whose passion for music, art, and culture provide opportunities for cultural exchange.

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In addition to the main concert event, attendees can enjoy live painting, arts and crafts, wine and cuisine tasting from award-winning French chef Marie-Pierre Gall. Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. with an artist meet-and-greet event with all performers. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:00 p.m.

General admission tickets are $31 and available at the Prescott Valley Event Center box office – 3201 N. Main Street – or by calling 800-745-3000. For a limited time only, fans of Ryniewicz can purchase half-off general admission tickets for $15 by visiting this link.

For information about Ryniewicz including the latest tour information, merchandise, and more visit www.therealdrew.com. For more information about the Voila Tour visit www.voilatour.fr.

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