‘Idol’ Winner David Cook Announces ‘Declaration’ Concert Tour

David CookHOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Reigning “American Idol” winner David Cook is about to embark on his first national tour.

The 26-year-old singer will kick off “The Declaration Tour” on Feb. 13 in Tallahassee, Fla.

“I’m more than excited to hop on the road and support this record,” said Cook in a statement on his Web site. “This tour represents both a new beginning and a return to form for me.”

The concert tour will be in support of Cook’s self-titled debut album, which was released last November. The “Light On” singer was last out on the road for the “American Idol” Season 7 tour and said he’s looking forward to playing several college venues over the course of the national trek.

“There’s something inherently nostalgic about playing college shows,” said Cook. “So many amazing acts used to do it, so it’s nice to be able to bring that ideal back, in some small way. And besides, touring on a bus beats what we used to do, which was cram five guys into a 7 passenger van for one show, 13 hours away… “

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