ProgPower USA XXIII (2024) details announced

[KingsGene]

From the ProgPower USA Facebook page:

"I'm really looking forward to a specific moment during the roster presentation for next year when there is dead silence and folks look at each other and say "What the fuck?"

Zig when they expect you to zag.
- Glenn."

 

[KingsGene]

From the ProgPower USA Facebook page:

Corset Night - Friday, September 6

TIME IS TBA. Graciously hosted by Gonzalo and Domingo.

"In continuation, of what started as a serendipitous and unplanned fashion statement by a handful of bold women, has grown into an communal event, that attracts almost as much attention and enthusiasm as many of the top bands on the roster. Among the many and varied festival activities, one of the most unique and certainly most enjoyable aspects of ProgPower USA is Corset Night.

Whether you are a festival veteran or a new attendee, please join us and be a part in our annual Corset Night event! This year's group photo will be taken outside the venue on the parking deck exit ramp."

 

[KingsGene]

FESTIVAL TIP:
Directions/Parking details for Center Stage here.

 

[KingsGene]

FESTIVAL TIP:
Upon entering Center Stage, venue staff will scan the barcode on your ticket. If you have a PDF, the scan can occur directly on your smartphone screen.
Also, venue staff does not check the personal name on the ticket.

 

[KingsGene]

FESTIVAL TIP:
Checkout nearby Atlantic Station-Midtown Atlanta (a community behind the venue)

Located across the 17th St bridge that's over the interstate (I-75). This 138-acre live/work/play development is home to restaurants, residences, a movie theater, and more than 30 stores including Dillard's, West Elm, Banana Republic, Express, Gap, Guess, H&M, Old Navy, Target, and IKEA. Open daily.

https://atlanticstation.com/

Free shuttle goes from Atlantic Station to the MARTA Arts Center station near the Artmore (closed).

 

[KingsGene]

Q: Has anyone been keeping track of which bands will have fest exclusive shirts?
A: Pagan's Mind, Circus Maximus (at Merchbooth), Victorious, Darkwater

 

[KingsGene]

From Day 2 promoter Milton:
"Time for another cryptic clue post about next year's Day 2 roster:

- 3 US Exclusive Appearances
- 2 North American debuts
- 3 ProgPower USA debuts
- One special set
- At least 2 "about damn time!"
- 1,000 tickets for sale
- My never-ending appreciation for your support. "

 

[KingsGene]

Door and set times for all 4 days :

These can be found on our website under the "Event Info" section... https://progpowerusa.com/event-info/

WEDNESDAY (Day 1)​	​
VIP/Gold Badge Doors	2:30pm
Regular Doors	3:00pm
Darkwater	3:30-4:30pm
Victorius	5:00-6:00pm
Dream Evil	6:30-7:30pm
Circus Maximus	8:00-9:30pm
Angra	10:15pm-close

THURSDAY (Day 2)​	​
VIP/Gold Badge Doors	1:00pm
Regular Doors	1:30pm
Nospun	2:00-3:00pm
Temperance	3:30-4:30pm
Earthside	5:00-6:00pm
Twilight Force	6:30-7:45pm
Leprous	8:15-9:45pm
Dark Tranquillity​	10:30pm-close​

FRIDAY (Day 3)
VIP/Gold Badge Doors	1:00pm
Regular Doors	1:30pm
Striker	2:00 – 3:00pm
Fifth Angel	3:30 – 4:30pm
Elegy	5:00 – 6:00pm
Soen	6:30 – 7:45pm​
Lovebites	8:15 – 9:45pm​
PPUSA XXIV Days 3&4 Video Presentation	9:45 – 10:15pm​
Amorphis​	10:30pm – close​

SATURDAY (Day 4)​	​
VIP/Gold Badge Doors	1:00pm
Regular Doors	1:30pm
Frozen Crown	2:00 – 3:00pm
Disillusion	3:30 – 4:30pm
Illumishade	5:00 – 6:00pm
Damian Wilson	6:30 – 7:45pm
Winger	8:30 – 10:00pm
Pagan’s Mind	10:30pm – close

 

[KingsGene]

Autograph Signings​

Please note:
• All signing sessions are strictly on a volunteer basis & subject to cancellation or time change. Any changes made to the schedule will be announced via social media outlets and posted in the lobby.
• Photos are generally done at the END of the signing session. We kindly ask that no one takes posed photos in the Signing line, as this really speeds up the process for everyone and helps ensure every fan gets to say a quick hello.
• For safety reasons, we do NOT allow anyone behind the autograph table with the artists.
• Generally, bands commit to a 30 minute session. Usually fans begin lining up around 30 minutes or so before the start of the session.
• Limit 3 items per person.

*Check Facebook for latest autograph times and changes!

 

[KingsGene]

From ProgPower Facebook:

You will find the signing session times for Days 3 & 4 below. All sessions are voluntary and subject to change/cancellation. Please note that Winger is currently unable to participate due to scheduling conflicts during the available time window. We continue to work towards a resolution and I will update if the situation changes. Signing sessions for Days 1 & 2 will be posted later today. - Glenn

Friday:
3:00. Soen
4:30 Lovebites
6:00 Amorphis, Striker
7:45 Damian Wilson, Fifth Angel

Saturday:
4:30 Pagan's Mind
6:00 Disillusion, Frozen Crown
7:45 Illumishade, Elegy

Limit 3 items. Please note sessions are 30 mins long and at the artist discretion to extend or stop after 30 mins.

 

[KingsGene]

From ProgPower Facebook:

Here are the signing session schedule for Days 1&2. Please remember that these sessions are voluntary and subject to change.

Wednesday:

Circus Maximus: 430p
Angra: 6p
Victorius, Darkwater: 730p
Dream Evil: 930p

Thursday:

Leprous: 3p
Nospun, Temperance: 430p
Dark Tranquillity: 6p
Earthside, Twilight Force: 745p

-M

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook:

"We are pleased to announce the Official After Party has been extended to now include Thursday night! No cover charge. Upstairs in The Loft. 12am - 2am"

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook:

Confirmed food options for inside Center Stage during ProgPower USA XXIII

Sokome - Korean Southern Mexican fusion
Chicken sandwiches with chips
Tacos
Dumplings
Quesadillas
And rice bowls

They will have pizza, as well as chips and candy, for sale at the bars.

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook page:

FESTIVAL TIP - we receive numerous inquiries each year about lost items.

Please contact the venue Box Office for lost and found.

Email a description of the item to info@rivalentertainment.com as well as which show you were attending when it was lost

ProgPower crew will not have your personal items.

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook:

We would like to welcome the following vendors/bands to Vinyl on Days 3 & 4!

B and T Music
Nightmare Records
MerchBooth.net
Pagan's Mind
Apeiron Bound
Druid Nocturna
MOTHS
Neon Warlords
Creeping Death Designs

Upon entering the venue, Vinyl is located on your left.

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook:

Always a packed house for Glenn's ProgPower USA Roster Video Presentation, which will be on Friday night September 6th immediately after LoveBites and before Amorphis headline performance - Matt

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Facebook:

"We will have a limited amount of XXL shirts from PP 21 available for $10 this year at our merch table. Once again, they are XXL only.

For those wondering, I had a box show up to my house after the fest that year. I stored them and promptly forgot about them till now. - G."

 

[KingsGene]

FAQ frequently asked questions guide

Do I need my physical tickets? No. Venue staff can scan the PDF barcode on your smartphone. And they do not check the name on the ticket.

Parking Info: https://www.centerstage-atlanta.com/directions-parking/

Door and set times can be found on our website under the Event Info section.

ProgPower USA Event Information | ProgPower USA

Information about the ProgPower USA event including band roster, lodging, dining, transportation and more.

progpowerusa.com

Lost and Found - contact the venue box office. (404) 885-1365 or info@rivalentertainment.com
ProgPower staff will not have your lost item(s)

Band submissions. We aren’t currently taking any submissions, as the 2025 roster is already booked. EPK can be submitted to progpowerusaweb@gmail.com

Official festival t-shirts (black only) are sold to the general public on Friday with doors in the main lobby. Quantities are limited.

Take MARTA from the Airport to the *ARTS CENTER* station.. do NOT exit too soon at the Midtown station.

Autograph Signing Sessions Schedule will be published the weekend before the festival.

Can we enter and exit the venue during the festival?
Yes. Both the venue and ProgPower USA reserve the right to stop this in the event of any trouble. Please be courteous to the security at the front door if you wish to keep these privileges.

 

[KingsGene]

From PPUSA Instagram:

Closest Liquor Store to the Venue:

Mac's Beer and Wine - Midtown Liquor
21 Peachtree Place
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: (404) 872-4897

Store Hours:

Sun 11:00am - 8:00pm
Mon 10:00am - 10:00pm
Tue 10:00am - 10:00pm
Wed 10:00am - 10:00pm
Thu 10:00am - 11:00pm
Fri 9:00am - 11:00pm
Sat 9:00am - 11:00pm

 

[KingsGene]

From a PPUSA fan FB page:

"With the fest beginning in just a couple of days, here's a reminder from your intrepid admin:

The ProgPower community is welcoming and inclusive of everyone from all walks of life, and everyone should feel welcome and safe at all times. If anyone at any time makes you feel uncomfortable, unsafe, or afraid, say something. Tell your friends, venue security, or ProgPower lobby staff. Never leave drinks unattended, stay with the people you came with, and please don't leave your drunk friend passed out in a corner. If you're new to the fest, maybe buddy up with others who are staying at your hotel so you have people with whom you can walk to and from the venue. Just be nice to each other, and watch out for yourself and your friends.
See many of you in a few days!"