President Trump’s Inauguration to Include Gavin DeGraw and More, Drawing Fan Backlash

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The arrangements for the inauguration ceremonies of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance are becoming clearer now that the main list of events, artists, and guests has been revealed by the organizing committee.

Country music stars Carrie Underwood, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jason Aldean, Lee Greenwood, Parker McCollum, and Rascal Flatts have been scheduled to perform at various events during Carrie’s upcoming visit to Washington D.C., including inaugural balls and the “Make America Great Again Victory Rally”. Many other country music performances are taking place in and around D.C. this weekend for unofficial inauguration events.

Musician Gavin DeGraw, known for his genre-blending tunes and popular tracks like “I Don’t Want to Be” from his album “Chariot,” will be performing at the Starlight Ball. This event on Monday will also include remarks by President Trump. The announcement of DeGraw’s performance sparked criticism from some of his fans, causing his name to trend on social media platforms like X on Wednesday.

The band known as The Village People announced to their supporters that they will take part in the inauguration. This band, famous for their song “Y.M.C.A.” which has been a significant anthem for the LGBTQ community and often played at Trump’s rallies, made this announcement on Monday via Facebook. They stated, “We understand that some of you might not be pleased by this news, but we feel that music should be performed without political bias.” The band is scheduled to perform at two events, including the MAGA Victory Rally and the Liberty Ball. The band’s statement continued, “Our song ‘Y.M.C.A.’ is a universally recognized anthem that perhaps can help unite the country following a contentious and divisive election campaign where our favored candidate was not victorious.” (This part refers to their support for the defeated Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris, who is now the vice president.)

Another individual, known as Kid Rock, has been consistently backing Trump for a long time. During Trump’s campaign, Kid Rock often appeared, playing “God Bless the USA” at various events. Regarding his upcoming visit to Washington D.C., this veteran singer expressed eagerness, stating he can hardly wait to perform alongside the U.S. Marine Corps band on the stage of the U.S. Capitol before the president takes his oath. “Apparently, America adores him, as evident by his election,” Kid Rock commented during an interview with Fox & Friends.

During the 60th Inauguration, President Trump will make his victorious return to the White House, marking the beginning of what he calls the ‘great American comeback.’ This significant event will pay tribute to our nation’s illustrious history and cherished traditions, honoring the American people and the bright future that lies ahead for generations to come. We are excited to join you in Washington D.C., as we prepare to welcome a new period of prosperity, power, and practicality in the Oval Office,” said Trump’s inauguration committee co-chairs Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler in a joint statement.

The full schedule can be seen below.

Saturday, January 18

• The President’s Reception and Fireworks
Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia

• Cabinet Reception and Vice President’s Dinner

Sunday, January 19

• Arlington National Cemetery Ceremony
Wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

• President Trump Speaks at MAGA (Make America Great Again) Victory Rally
Location: Capital One Arena, Washington D.C.
Highlighted performers include Kid Rock, The Village People, Billy Ray Cyrus, the praise choir from Liberty University, and Greenwood.

• Candlelight Dinner
President Trump to deliver remarks.

Monday, January 20

• St. John’s Church Service

• Tea service
The White House

Inauguration Ceremony at the U.S. Capitol
Performers:
– Carrie Underwood will sing “America the Beautiful”
– American tenor Christopher Macchio will perform the National Anthem
– Lee Greenwood, a Grammy winner, will sing “God Bless the USA”.
Attendees:
All former presidents are anticipated to be present, including Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton.

Bid farewell to the Previous President and Vice President, with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris present.

•U.S. Capitol Departure Ceremony

• The President’s Signing Room Ceremony

• JCCIC Congressional Luncheon

• The President’s Review of the Troops

• Presidential Parade
Pennsylvania Avenue

• Oval Office Signing Ceremony
The White House

President Trump is set to give a speech. The event is called the “Commanders’ Ball,” and Rascal Flatts and Parker McCollum will be performing music there.

• President Trump’s Inauguration Gala at Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill
With President Trump set to address the crowd, the event will feature performances by Jason Aldean, the Village People, as well as an unexpected musical act.

• Starlight Ball
President Trump to deliver remarks. Gavin DeGraw is booked to perform.

Tuesday, January 21

• National Prayer Service

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2025-01-16 02:55