Event Recap: Progress Report Album Release Party
350 guests attended the highly-supported self-titled project at the Magic Bag
March 28, 2011 – Ferndale, MI – On March 25, 2011, Hip Hop “progressed” as patrons gathered at The Magic Bag to celebrate the long-awaited self-titled release by Progress Report. On March 25, 2011 friends, family, fans and media gathered for a music-filled night, as they were to see Progress Report perform songs from their well-supported
project.
Highlights from the event included:
- 350 patrons attended event
- 280 were regular fans
- 70 patrons were close friends, family, Media and Kickstarter supporters
- 120 tickets were sold prior to event
- D. Allie’s (1/2 of Progress Report) sister and father performed with duo for the first time on stage
Emceed by Hubert “GAM” Sawyers III, the opening acts included Lord Scrummage as well as D.Allie’s sister, Mayaeni, who warmed the stage and prepped the audience for the main event. Eddie Logix and D. Allie took the stage at approximately 12:15am and rocked out until the night ended.
Their “progress” is just getting started. Progress Report is gearing up for a self-booked month-long tour with dates in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
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Words from Mr. Manager
On behalf of Progress Report, I want to thank all of our supporters. It does not matter whether you donated to the Kickstarter campaign, bought a ticket to the show or purchased the album. Honestly, if you wished us well in any way, THANK YOU.
It has been a most spectacular experience thus far. Of course, we have had our ups-and-downs, but we know this is all a part of the process. The success of the March 25th party was the proof in the pudding.
Pointed thanks to Mayaeni and Lord Scrummage for owning the opening slots. I was delighted to have you all a part of the show. It would be a disservice not mention that the Scrummage camp sold 30 pre-sale tickets in the two hours right before the show (Neo WHOA). We are still breaking down the win, but you two will be a big part of the overall story when we finally get it all organized. Again, thank you.
Shout out to Tom Shea, who created the trailer above this text. It is great when old friends come through to make an experience richer.
Big thanks to Noel Jackson of Exquisite, Aaron Biggs of United States of Mind and Teia Harris of Love Publicity. If not for your pro talents, we would not look as good as we do.
I could go on and on and on with the thanks. If you think you deserve a special shout, feel free to let us know in the comments. We appreciate you all.
