Greenwood is slated to sing his hit “God Bless the U.S.A” at Trump’s inauguration on Monday, Jan. 20. He is also slated to play at the “Victory Rally” on Sunday, Jan. 19 at Capital One Arena. McCollum is slated to play at the Commander in Chief Ball.
Here’s what we know about who is performing at Trump’s inaugural events. Before Donald Trump takes the oath of office Monday, country superstar and “American Idol” alum Carrie Underwood will be singing “America the Beautiful” at the Inauguration ceremony.
Under the Constitution’s 20th Amendment, the newly elected president of the United States takes office on Jan. 20 (unless that’s a Sunday, in which case it moves to Jan. 21). For Trump’s (second) big day, the pomp and circumstance will include performances by Carrie Underwood and the Village People, a military parade, and formal balls.
Carrie Underwood will begin her very high-profile year with a performance at Monday's (Jan. 20) presidential inauguration.
Gavin DeGraw is joining the list of performers ringing in Trump's inauguration as he prepares to perform at the Starlight Ball. At this time, the "Not Over You" singer is slated as the only performer at the ball, which is the last of the evening.
Several other well-known artists are performing at one of the inaugural balls including Rascal Flatts, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Aldean, The Village People and Nelly. Rapper Snoop Dogg performed at a pre-inaugural "Crypto Ball" on Friday night .
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president was expected to be an extravagant break from tradition — before it got moved indoors due to cold weather
Village People, the American disco group whose hits like "Y.M.C.A" have been staples at Trump rallies, defended their decision to perform during Trump's inauguration.
Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People, said that "music is to be performed without regard to politics."
While the Inauguration Day performances won’t be short on country music, Nelly is so far the only rapper slated to perform.
In previous years, artists such as Stevie Wonder, Lady Gaga and Diana Ross have graced the inauguration stage. Here's who's slated to perform Monday.
Donald Trump's inauguration will feature high-profile performers, influential business leaders, and foreign dignitaries, marking a significant departure from previous traditions. While initially planned for an outdoor ceremony,