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Rascal Flatts faces backlash for agreeing to perform at Trump's inauguration following their reunion.

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Rascal Flatts faces backlash for agreeing to perform at Trump's inauguration following their reunion.
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Rascal Flatts skewered for being on bill to perform at Trump's inauguration since reuniting

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Rascal Flatts is scheduled to take the stage at Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20 (Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for ACM, Getty Images).

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Country music band Rascal Flatts is set to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, January 20, making it their first appearance since reuniting.

The band has made its way into the list of performers at Trump's inaugural ceremony among Carrie Underwood, Christopher Macchio, Lee Greenwood, according to People.

Rascal Flatts set to take the stage at Donald Trump's inauguration.

A news release from the Trump Vance Inaugural Committee stated that the country trio - that disbanded in 2021- is set to perform at Donald Trump's Ball alongside rising country star Parker McCollum after the President-elect is sworn in on Monday, January 20.

Furthermore, the lead singer of the band, Gary LeVox, shared a collection of patriotic images on Instagram, expressing, "I feel incredibly humbled, honored, and thankful for the chance to perform at the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States once more."

He mentioned, "I had the opportunity to play it in 2016, and now Rascal Flatts is set to perform at the commanders ball. I'm really excited about it! A big thank you to Governor Christie, Gnome, and Mrs. Virginia—it's going to be an unforgettable evening!"

Although 'Rascal Flatts' officially parted ways in October 2021, the band revealed in 2024 that they had come back together and planned to launch their 25th anniversary tour starting in February, according to reports.

Stars set to take the stage at Donald Trump's inauguration

In addition to 'Rascal Flatts', numerous famous artists are set to take the stage at Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony, a contrast to the challenges faced in 2017 when securing prominent performers proved difficult. 

Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler in a statement provided to NPR, "The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee is proud to announce that some of our nation's most iconic [musicians] will be participating in the inaugural celebrations."

Carrie Underwood performs on ABC's

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On August 2, 2024, Carrie Underwood took the stage at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park for a performance on ABC's 'Good Morning America' in New York City (Photo credit: John Nacion/FilmMagic).

They stated, "This significant weekend will honor President Trump's groundbreaking win and the 60th Presidential Inauguration through a celebration filled with music, unity, and patriotism, heralding the dawn of a new Golden Age for America."

Country star Carrie Underwood is set to perform "America the Beautiful" during the swearing-in ceremony. Similarly, classical tenor Christopher Macchio will perform the national anthem during the swearing-in ceremony.

Moreover, 'I.O.U' singer Lee Greenwood will perform at the swearing-in ceremony and the 'Make America Great Again Victory' rally. Trump's vocal supporter, Kid Rock, will also take the stage at the same rally.

Kid Rock has previously acknowledged that he was aware of the potential risks involved in openly endorsing former President Donald Trump (Getty Images).

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Kid Rock has previously acknowledged that he was aware of the potential risks involved in openly endorsing former President Donald Trump (Getty Images).

In addition, the disco group Village People, featuring original member Victor Willis, is set to take the stage at two events: the Make America Great Again Victory Rally and the Liberty Ball, according to the source.

Other notable artists scheduled to perform at Trump's inauguration include Billy Ray Cyrus, the Praise Choir from Liberty University, Jason Aldean, Parker McCollum, and Gavin DeGraw.

The internet is buzzing with criticism as 'Rascal Flatts' prepares to take the stage for Trump's inauguration.

Netizens expressed their outrage towards Rascal Flatts as the band prepares to take the stage at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, January 20, marking their first performance since reuniting.

A user commented on X, "Yet another one falls," while another remarked, "They haven't mattered in ages."

One individual remarked, "Looks like I won't be tuning in to them anymore!!", while another added, "It's such a pity that I'll never enjoy their music again, especially since one of their tracks was my wedding song. Not that it matters much; nobody really pays attention to them these days. They faded out because they were turning into has-beens, and now they really are."

One user remarked, "I completely forgot they were even a thing. I wish I could say the same about Trump," while another added, "This musical lineup is precisely what Trump deserves."

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