Prince Royce Calls Sold-Out European Tour 'A Blessing'

By Simone Hilliard

Looks like Aventura's got some competition! Bronx-born bachatero Prince Royce is already selling out concerts with his contemporary Latin pop rhythms.  After his successful debut performance at last week's "Premios Juventud," Royce arrives in Europe this week to begin his sold-out tour!

Tr3s' former Descubre and Download Artist humbly shared this statement:

"I am extremely surprised by the love I have received from the Spaniards and Italians. It is something I would have never imagined. It is the first time I ever visit Europe and my tour here is completely sold-out. . . It is a blessing!"

Royce's single "Stand By Me" has dominated Spanish and Italian airwaves even before the 20-year-old stepped foot on the continent. And that's not all..  the bilingual bachata 1961 Ben E. King classic remake recently reached #2 on Tropical Radio and #1 in Digital Tropical Single sales, and remained there for several weeks.

The track has also received such wide acceptance that it's being played on many English-language Hip Hop/ Pop stations, marking the first time a bachata song has achieved this honor!

So far, Royce has sold-out ten shows in Spain and Italy, and more may be added!

Concert dates include:

Friday, July 23 Madrid, Spain

Saturday, July 24 Mallorca, Spain

Sunday, July 25 Barcelona, Spain

Friday, August 6 Valencia, Spain

Saturday, August 7 Murcia, Spain and Elche, Spain

Subday, August 8 Milan, Italy

Friday, August 13 Oviedo, Spain

Saturday, August 14 Zaragoza, Spain

Sunday, August 15 Barcelona, Spain

We're so proud of the young bachatero!

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Tags European, Música, Prince Royce, shows, sold out, Tour, Tr3s