The Citizen (KZN)

Dr Tumi sells out show at the Dome

WHO’S WHO AT PACKED VENUE

- Kgosim@citizen.co.za

Multi-platinum-selling and award-winning gospel artist Dr Tumi has made gospel history by filling up the 20 000-seat Ticketpro Dome on Sunday.

Dr Tumi is a vocal powerhouse and prolific songwriter who has taken the gospel scene by storm and getting the music industry to sit up and notice his talent. In just 12 months he has won 13 awards, making him one of the most exciting and most watched talents.

Having sold out all tickets, the gospel genius delivered on his promise to fill up the dome to capacity for his live DVD recording titled The Gathering of Worshipper­s.

His two albums, Love & Grace and Heart of a King, have turned him into a household name.

As a trained medical doctor turned gospel singer and a recipient of Crown Gospel Awards and Metro FM Music Awards, Dr Tumi recently signed an internatio­nal deal with Universal Music, which will see his music released around the world.

The glittering night of music held in Northgate, northern Johannesbu­rg, attracted the who’s who of gospel, media and government, as well as supporters throughout South Africa and neighbouri­ng countries.

Dr Tumi effortless­ly delivered his energetic, sincere and uplifting two-and-a-half hour set from a hi-tech stage with a full live band. He kept the capacity crowd on their feet with a hit parade of sing-along songs that made him a household name in contempora­ry gospel.

Expressing his gratitude for his achievemen­t, the Dr turned gospel singer went on to thank his supporters and his higher source of belief.

“Last night [Sunday] has been a manifestat­ion of God’s grace. This show stood on the shoulders of my supporters who have generously backed my career. Thank you, family, I can never thank you enough for all that you’ve done for me.”

The proud artist further added how this achievemen­t should be noted as proof that anything is possible for the African child.

“Let this be further proof that ‘black child it’s possible, all you have to do is dream’ ”. –

 ?? Picture: Lucky Nxumalo ?? WORLD STAGE. Dr Tumi recently signed an internatio­nal deal with Universal Music, which will see his music released around the world.
Picture: Lucky Nxumalo WORLD STAGE. Dr Tumi recently signed an internatio­nal deal with Universal Music, which will see his music released around the world.

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