HARD ROCK CAFE MALL OF AMERICA HOSTS FIRST CONCERT WITH NICO & VINZ

Bloomington, Minn., September 16, 2014 Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America is ready to rock their first live performance! On Friday, September 19, 2014, Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America and Mall of America^® will sponsor a performance by Nico & Vinz as part of the cafes recent opening. The free concert will take place in the Mall of America Rotunda and will feature hits such as the duos multiplatinum single, Am I Wrong.

The Afro-Norwegian duo will release their first U.S. album, Black Star Elephant, on October 14, 2014. In anticipation of the release, Nico & Vinz will hold the free concert in the Rotunda at 5 p.m. The first 500 fans in line starting at 3 p.m. will receive a wristband, allowing them to meet & greet Nico & Vinz at the brand new Hard Rock Cafe immediately following their performance.

The concert marks the first live performance sponsored by Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America. The new cafe opened its doors on August 28, 2014, and is excited to bring its music, memorabilia and rock n roll flair to Mall of America. Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America seats 500 guests, features private event space, a live music stage with capacity for more than 1,000 guests, two spacious bars and 750-square foot Rock Shop retail store.

Committed to supporting live music and emerging artists around the globe, Hard Rock International hosted more than 26,000 live music events worldwide in 2013. The brand has continued its dedication to live music and support of up-and-coming artists in 2014 with programs like the Hard Rock Rising Battle of the Bands, providing a forum for todays hottest new talent.

What: Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America Hosts Nico & Vinz Concert

When: Friday, September 19, 2014

5 p.m. - Concert begins

5:45 p.m. - Meet & greet

Where: Mall of America^® Rotunda and Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America

60 E Broadway

Bloomington, MN

952-853-7000

Admission: Free

For more information, visit http://www.hardrock.com/mallofamerica.

About Hard Rock International

With a total of 190 venues in 58 countries, including 144 cafes, 21 hotels and 10 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. HRI owns the global trademark for all Hard Rock brands. The company owns, operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, San Francisco, Sydney and Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses and/or manages hotel/casino properties worldwide. Destinations include the companys two most successful Hotel and Casino properties in Tampa and Hollywood, Fl., both owned and operated by HRI parent company The Seminole Tribe of Florida, as well as other exciting locations including Bali, Biloxi, Chicago, Cancun, Ibiza, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, San Diego and Singapore. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include Seoul, San Juan and Marseille. New Hard Rock Hotel projects include Los Cabos, Abu Dhabi and Shenzhen and Haikou in China. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com.

About Mall of America

Mall of America is the nations largest retail and entertainment complex. At 4.87 million square feet, the Mall 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; Hard Rock Café; 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.