INDIO, CA \u2014 The city of Indio is hosting a send-off concert and fundraiser next weekend for “American Idol” contestant Abi Carter.<\/p>\n
“We are incredibly proud of Abi’s accomplishments and thrilled to show our unwavering support as she represents the city of Indio on the national stage,” Mayor Lupe Ramos Amith said in a statement.<\/p>\n
In a February episode of “American Idol,” the 21-year-old Indio songbird sat at a piano and put her own spin on \u201cWhat Was I Made For?\u201d by Billie Eilish. <\/p>\n Following a standing ovation, singer\/songwriter Lionel Richie, one of the show’s judges, said, “We don\u2019t have to vote.”<\/p>\n Carter’s performance was that good (watch it below). <\/p>\n One week later as Abi performed in Palm Springs, the show’s judges surprised her by upgrading her golden ticket to platinum, meaning she advances in the “American Idol” competition.<\/p>\n For fans who want to wish Carter good luck, the free Indio send-off concert begins at 6 p.m. March 23 at Towne Street and Bliss Avenue, city officials said. Carter’s debut performance of her first single will feature food trucks and community spirit. Residents were encouraged to pre-save her single, which is set to be released March 29, at bit.ly\/abicarter.<\/p>\n According to a statement from the city, a 5 p.m. exclusive VIP meet-and-greet before the show will feature limited-edition merchandise. It will take place at Little Street Music Hall, 82707 Miles Ave. Tickets for the VIP event were available for $100 at eventbrite.com.<\/p>\n “This send-off concert is not only a celebration of Abi’s talent but also a testament to the spirit of community and camaraderie that defines our city,” Ramos said. “We invite everyone to come together to uplift and champion one of our own.”<\/p>\n \n Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.<\/p>\nFind out what's happening in Palm Desertwith free, real-time updates from Patch.<\/h2>\n
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