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British singer-songwriter and musician known for his folk-inspired acoustic music, distinctive vocals, and introspective, often narrative lyrics. Born Michael Rosenberg, he adopted the stage name Passenger. Initially frontman for the band Passenger (2003-2007), he achieved global solo success with the hit "Let Her Go" (2012). Known for extensive busking early in his career and a prolific output of albums exploring themes of travel, love, loss, and everyday life.

• Passenger began as a band formed in Brighton in 2003 with Mike Rosenberg as lead singer/songwriter. They released one album, 'Wicked Man's Rest' (2007), before disbanding due to lack of commercial success.
• After the band split, Rosenberg continued as a solo artist under the name Passenger. He spent several years busking extensively across the UK, Australia, and Europe to fund his music career, an experience that heavily influenced his songwriting and connection with audiences.
• His breakthrough came unexpectedly in 2012 with the song "Let Her Go" from the album 'All the Little Lights'. The song became a massive global hit, topping charts in over 20 countries and selling millions of copies worldwide, propelled by viral popularity and extensive radio play.
• Despite the massive success of "Let Her Go", Rosenberg has maintained an independent spirit, often releasing music on his own label (Black Crow Records) and continuing to tour relentlessly, including intimate shows and busking sessions even after achieving fame.
• He is known for his candid and self-deprecating stage presence, often sharing humorous anecdotes and personal stories between songs during live performances.