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ProgPower USA is a progressive and power metal festival held annually in the United States since 2001. Its latest edition was held at Center Stage Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia on September 25 - September 27, 2008. It was headlined by Helloween, Amorphis and Iced Earth.[1]
History
ProgPower USA began in 2001. The first festival was held in Lansing, Illinois, just outside of Chicago, at J.J. Kelley's.[2] The subsequent events have been held in Atlanta, Georgia, at Earthlink Live (formerly and again Center Stage Atlanta).[citation needed] The festival has a wide reputation for high quality and a laid-back atmosphere. Band members frequently socialize with fans, and numerous artists have been known to attend even when not playing, including D. C. Cooper, Matt Smith of Theocracy, Jon Oliva of Savatage fame, Lance King, members of Evergrey, Dustin Mitchell and Curtis Morrell of Katagory V, Nick Van Dyke of Redemption, and Urban breed (Bloodbound, ex-Tad Morose).[citation needed]
ProgPower USA continues to reach new fans and artists, because it is a great opportunity for both bands and fans. Many European bands have made their first (or only) North American appearances at the festival. Many fans who cannot (or do not) travel to see those bands in Europe have a unique opportunity to see them closer to home at ProgPower.
Lineups
February 2001
November 2001
2002
Showcase
2003
Showcase
2004
Showcase
2005
Showcase
2006
Showcase
2007
Showcase
2008
Concerts considered part of ProgPower, but sold separately from the ProgPower Festival itself.
Hellish Rock World Tour
Separate Show
2009
Announced at ProgPower USA IX, September 26, 2008
References
- ^ "ProgPower USA History". Retrieved on 2007-10-15.
- ^ "Dark Rhapsody interview with ProgPower USA organizer Glenn Harveston". Retrieved on 2008-04-28.
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