Hawaii-born “American Idol ” winner Iam Tongi takes another step forward Friday when tickets go on sale for his first national tour as a concert headliner. “Big news ! I’m heading out on my first-ever ...

This is crazy. I love you so much. I’m Iam Tongi, and I’m making my Grand Ole Opry debut. My dad was a huge fan. He passed away, but he got me into country. You got me into country.” ...