Magical MiG Memories Countdown - # 4 and #3

We're getting close - read on to see #4 and #3 in the countdown of the Top 10 Magical MiG Memories, in honor of Team MiG's four years of supporting MiG Ayesa. The top memories shared so far are:

#10 - Rockstar: INXS
#9 - Cleveland Gigs
#8 - Team MiG Photo Shoot in LA
#7 - QUEEN Rock & Symphonic Spectacular
#6 - We Will Rock You Tour and Online Community Project
#5 - The Release of MiG's Debut Album

Let's bring on the next two!

#4 - Rockstar Supernova Tour - Chicago
The Rockstar Supernova Tour made a stop in Chicago, and Team MiG showed up in full force. MiG was in Chicago for about a week, so we "street teamed" with a vengeance. Nancy from Team MiG set up a few extra gigs so Chicago could see MiG in action. MiG was joined on the tour by his dear friend from Australia, Darryl Beaton, who is an awesome musician and great guy.

The day of the Rockstar show, a few of us ventured over to the Park West to explore the venue. The Supernova tour bus was parked at the curb, so we asked if we could check it out. We got the green light, so boarded the bus and looked around. When we came out, we were shocked to see MiG, but probably not as shocked as MiG was to see us emerge from the Supernova bus!

The show was simply fabulous, and MiG enthralled us from beginning to end. To get a little tour of your own of the Rockstar Supernova Bus, and to hear MiG sing Wrapped Around Your Finger (on his debut album) that night, watch this entertaining and humorous video that MiG made. Later MiG and Darryl rocked the house at Howl at the Moon - they were on fire! Those dueling pianos will never be the same.

MiG ready to rock


Darryl and MiG after melting the keys at Howl at the Moon


Our street teaming kicked into high gear the next day. Speaking of the moon, I asked for it...and got it. Toni, Mary Beth and I got MiG a gig at the AVP Beach Volleyball Tournament for two days. As MiG and the boys searched for a power source, we were hangin' at the beach....FREEZING! I was so cold my teeth were chattering, and I ended up being sick for two weeks. I must say it was quite worth it, however! The second day brought in an audience of 7,000 people, and a radio station interviewed MiG, so it was rewarding to know the street teaming paid off.

Chillin' at the AVP Beach Volleyball Tourney


#3 - Canal Room, New York City
We were thrilled when MiG announced his first U.S. concert would be at The Canal Room in New York. The thought of a concert with all MiG - all the time proved too much to resist. A big group from Team MiG converged on the city, with some traveling across the country. It was a pleasure to meet face-to-face with friends from Team MiG and MiGNation. We made the most of our time in the Big Apple by going on shopping sprees for purses, having lunch in Little Italy, and ogling the mouth-watering pastries in shop windows.

The night of the Canal Room gig, we piled in Cheryl's car, and much to our surprise, managed to squeeze in about nine of us. As we passed a police officer, he smiled, probably knowing we were harmless and our only crime was laughing too hard.

We arrived at the Canal Room, and were excited to meet MiG's family. They were all so welcoming and such lovely people. As the concert approached, The Canal Room was electric. MiG lit up the place with his stage presence, talent and personality. We became the Team MiG paparazzi - snapping photos non-stop. (MiG has become accustomed to that!) MiG put on an outstanding show we couldn't forget. We considered ourselves lucky to be in attendance for the debut of MiG's original She Loved. He asked if we liked it...uh...YES! After I heard the line "she loved walking in the rain," it was over. Little did we know that the song would make MiG's first album and that his video would end up on MTV-Asia's playlist. Check out videos of two other standout songs from the show, Life on Mars (also on MiG's album) and Lola (videos by Donna).

MiG stayed for one of the longest Meet & Greets on record, with a line stretching across the room. He was incredibly thoughtful to devote his time to talking to each person, signing autographs and posing for even more photos. Cammy's husband, Doug, went above the call of duty by taking countless group shots with MiG, and having multiple cameras dangling from his arms! The trip ended much too quickly, but we still smile about the special night we shared.

Tomorrow #2 and #1 will be revealed!

Keep the light shining and pass it on,

Kay
Team MiG Global