If you missed Chicago R&B artist, Tink, this weekend in Indiana then you missed out on an amazing show. Tink’s loyal fan base showed out by selling out the show, even in the mist of a pandemic.
Rated R&B, hosted by the LRP Network, was held in downtown Hammond, Indiana on September 5, 2020, only a few minutes from her hometown, Chicago.
We already know what you’re thinking, this is the middle of a pandemic and not the time for a concert. However, the hosts, LRP Network, made sure that there was ample space for patrons to spread out and keep their distance, following in accordance with Indiana safety precautions. Fans even had the option of purchasing “lawn” seats for the event.
The doors opened at 6:30. Fans came adorned in their BBQ best, mask included, and ready for some fun. Patrons were encouraged to come and browse local vendors like Sister’s Slay and purchase a hot dog or a new outfit.
Other vendors included Lavigne’s Snack Shop, a food truck offering everything from bottled water to chicken wings. Oooh Wee Sweat Tea was also in the building offering a variety a sweet drinks. If you needed something a little harder of course their were libations for the over 21 crowd being sold as well.
However, before Tink could even get on the stage Ash10 and Chicago based artist, Two Weeks, performing his single “Dadadoe”, got the crowd hype. At around 8:30, it was time for Tink to hit the stage.
From the moment she stepped onto the stage she did not disappoint. Energy radiated off of Tink and the crowd. The audience went wild as she sang hit singles like “Different” and “Don’t Tell Nobody” featuring Jeremiah. She also gave the crowd glimpses into her 2020 album, Hopeless Romantic, performing single “Cut It Out”.
Tink let the crowd know that Meg the Stallion isn’t the only one with good knees as she bounced across the stage. However, she couldn’t leave without giving her day one fans something special. The crowd went crazy as she sang her 2014 single, Treat Me Like Somebody and even mix-tape classic, “Bonnie & Clyde”.
Tink’s set lasted about an hour but to true fans, it felt like 15 minutes. This was just the pick me up we all needed after being inside since March. The LRP Network did not disappoint with this one. The event went on without a hitch. It was timely, professional and fun.
