WHAT: The newest young group of performers to hit the pop music scene, Midnight Red, will visit Mall of America® for a performance and autograph signing on Saturday, August 18. The group has been touring as the opening act for the New Kids on the Block and Backstreet Boys co-headlining tour.

Midnight Red consists of five guys that combine musical harmonies and electrifying dance moves. Their digital EP was released on July 12 and features their debut single One Club at a Time.

For more information, visit www.mallofamerica.com/events.

VISUALS: *Hundreds of guests dancing to Midnight Reds performance

*Hundreds of guests lined up to meet Midnight Red

*Midnight Red performing

WHEN: Saturday, August 18

2 p.m.

WHERE: Mall of America The Patio (Southwest corner of Nickelodeon Universe)

About Mall of America

Mall of America is the nations largest retail and entertainment complex. At 4.2 million square feet, MOA is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe, the nations largest indoor family amusement park; 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 VIP theatre and more. The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Follow Mall of America on Facebook and Twitter or visit our blog.

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