A 17-year-old David Archuleta stole the hearts of “American Idol” fans with his playful “gee-whiz” demeanor and persona.

The 34-year-old has shed that image to reveal his queer, sensual side with his “Earthly Delights” EP and the single “Crème Brulee.”

He’ll continue on this journey when he kicks off his self-funded Earthly Delights Tour at Valley Bar on Wednesday, September 17.

“It’s an up-close and intimate show, still, but with a lot more of an experience built into it,” he said via Zoom from his pristine white living room.

“I grew up on the stage and singing songs. I really wanted to make it an entertaining show. There will be choreography. I have dancers. There’s a band. I feel like it’s still a full experience but intimate at the same time. I love being able to be intimate bu

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