101.3 KDWB & Pepsi present Real.Big.Summer. concert series at Mall of America

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (July 10, 2014) The Rotunda in Mall of America will heat up this summer during the 101.3 KDWB and Pepsi present Real.Big.Summer. concert series kicking off on Saturday, July 12.

The concert series will feature performances and autograph signings by the summers hottest new musicians in the Rotunda throughout July and August.

Performances and appearances include:

Us The Duo performance

Three years ago, two emerging solo artists from opposite sides of the country randomly collided, fell in love and combined their talents to form Us The Duo. A few successful YouTube videos (25+ million views) encouraged the pop-folk songwriters to write their own music together, leading them to produce their first self-titled album in 2012. After its release, Michael and Carissa got married and have been traveling and playing music together ever since.

Saturday, July 12, 7:30 p.m.

Madilyn Bailey performance and autograph signing

Madilyn Baileys career has taken off like a rocket with the YouTube platform as her launch pad. Bailey has amassed 1.4 million subscribers and 200 million views on her YouTube channel. Her cover of Titanium has been viewed 38 million times alone and has charted as high as no. 2 on the iTunes US Singer Songwriter charts.

Wednesday, July 16, 6 p.m.

Christina Grimmie autograph signing

Having had independent success with her first EP release in 2011, Christina Grimmie is a 20-year-old emerging recording artist. Most recently, she was a finalist on season 6 of The Voice and is currently touring the U.S. on The Voice Tour.

Thursday, July 17, Noon

The Okee Dokee Brothers

Grammy winning Twin Cities childrens band, The Okee Dokee Brothers, have a mission to remind children (and adults) of their intrinsic ability to discover, imagine and create through music. Performances will be at 10 and 11 a.m. during Toddler Tuesdays.

Tuesday, July 22, 10 and 11 a.m.

Anna Clendening performance and autograph signing

Anna Clendening has built a following of more than 1.2 million fans on Vine and is gaining incredible reputation in the social media world. Most recently, she was a contestant on Americas Got Talent.

Friday, July 25, 6 p.m.

Becky G performance and autograph signing

YouTube sensation Becky G has written and produced a series of No. 1s for the likes of Katy Perry and Britney Spears. Her first single, Shower, was released in April 2014 and became her first solo charting entry on the Billboard Hot 100.

Sunday, July 27, 6 p.m.

Tyler Ward performance and autograph signing

Tyler Ward, aka The Kid from Colorado, was an unknown singer/songwriter living in his parents basement until he uploaded his first YouTube video in 2010. Three years later, 1,600,000+ YouTube subscribers and 380,000,000+ views later, Ward is currently touring the world with his music.

Wednesday, July 30, 6 p.m.

GRL performance and autograph signing

GRL is a newly formed, female American-British-Canadian dance-pop quintet. They recently performed at the iTunes Festival at SXSW.

Friday, August 1, 6 p.m.

Rita Ora performance and autograph signing

Rita Ora has dominated the UK charts with the release of her no. 1 certified platinum debut album ORA. Roc Nation/Columbia has now released her newest single I Will Never Let You Down. Produced by chart-topping, Grammy nominated, multi-platinum producer Calvin Harris, her new song is scheduled for a Summer 2014 international release.

Friday, August 8, 6 p.m.

AJR performance and autograph signing

AJR is a New York City based indie pop band comprised of three brothers. They have achieved a quick level of success with Im Ready, a buoyant electro-pop single that taking off on social media with more than 1.5 million views on YouTube.

Friday, August 15, 6 p.m.

Want to learn more? Visit www.mallofamerica.com/events.

About Mall of America

Mall of America (MOA) is the nations largest retail and entertainment complex. At 4.87 million square feet, MOA is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe, the nations largest indoor family theme park; EMS Entertainment Exhibit Center; SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-through aquarium; Moose Mountain Adventure Golf; Theatres at Mall of America, a 14-screen movie theater with digital projection including 4K, digital sound and 3D capabilities; Radisson Blu Mall of America, a 500-room hotel connected by skyway to Mall of America The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Mall is currently undergoing a $325 million expansion project on all three levels on the north side. The expansion will include a 342-room JW Marriott hotel, office tower, high-end retailers, new dining options, a tourist welcome center and large event space. Follow Mall of America on Facebook and Twitter or visit our blog.

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