BRIDGEPORT, CT —Platinum Entertainment Music Group (Pent) and Big Mike the Ruler produced a star-studded, sold-out concert headlined by A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie earlier this December at Total Mortgage Arena. The show drew a capacity crowd of 10,000 fans and delivered a high-energy performance that reinforced his lasting influence as one of New York’s premier hip-hop artists.
Every ticket to the Bridgeport venue was sold, turning the arena into a sea of fans hours before the Bronx native took the stage. The show was part of A Boogie’s ongoing run of arena dates and quickly became one of the most talked-about hip-hop events in Connecticut this year, fueled by a stacked lineup and a string of surprise guest appearances.
The night opened with performances from Babychiefdoit, J.I The Prince of N.Y, and Loe Shimmy, each bringing a distinct regional sound and warming up the crowd ahead of the main act. 
Babychiefdoit kicked things off with sharp delivery and energetic stage presence, while J.I leaned into lyrical storytelling that resonated strongly with fans familiar with his New York roots.
Loe Shimmy followed, keeping the momentum high and setting the tone for what would become a marathon night of performances.
When A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie finally emerged, the arena erupted. Backed by booming bass and synchronized visuals, he ran through a setlist that blended chart-topping hits with deeper cuts, spanning multiple eras of his career. Fans rapped along word-for-word to classic tracks that helped define his rise, reaffirming his ability to connect with audiences beyond his hometown.
Midway through the set, the concert took a turn that elevated it from a standard tour stop to a full-scale hip-hop showcase. A Boogie began bringing out collaborators one by one, transforming the stage into a rotating platform for some of New York’s most talked-about artists.
Bay Swag was among the first surprise guests, energizing the crowd as he joined A Boogie for their collaborative records. Moments later, Cash Cobain — the Slizzy Gang president and founder — appeared, drawing one of the loudest reactions of the night. 
His presence signaled the growing influence of the Slizzy movement, which has become a defining force in the current New York sound.
Brooklyn rapper Lola Brooke followed, commanding the stage with her unmistakable voice and confident delivery. Her appearance added a powerful dynamic to the lineup and highlighted the increasing prominence of women in the hip-hop scene. The surprises continued when the full 41 squad joined A Boogie, packing the stage and turning the performance into a celebratory moment that blurred the line between concert and party.
The production matched the scale of the event. Large-scale LED screens, dramatic lighting changes, and coordinated crowd call-and-response moments amplified the energy inside the arena. Despite the size of the venue, the show maintained an intimate feel, with A Boogie frequently addressing the audience directly and acknowledging fans who have supported him throughout his career.
Security and venue staff reported no major incidents during the event, as the sold-out crowd exited the arena late Thursday night. Local businesses in the Bridgeport area also saw increased traffic, benefiting from the influx of concertgoers.
By the end of the night, the Dec. 12 show stood as a clear statement of A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s continued relevance and star power. More than just a concert, the sold-out performance at Total Mortgage Arena served as a snapshot of modern New York hip-hop — collaborative, energetic, and capable of filling a 10,000-seat arena without leaving a single ticket unsold.
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