Kid Rocks MAGA music festival in chaos as 2 more | Music News

Kid Rock’s MAGA music festival has seen two more performers drop out following backlash over their involvement in the manufacturing.

The 55-year-old musician, whose real title is Robert James Ritchie, announced the lineup of his festival, Rock the Country, in mid-January.

The event, which has been dubbed the “MAGA Music Fest”, kicks off on May 1 and runs through September 2026.

Alongside Rock, nation singers Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, and Miranda Lambert, among many others, will take the stage to carry out for crowds across Bellville, Texas, anzd Ocala, Florida.

However, in mid-January, rapper Ludacris, 48, said he wouldn’t be on the festival tour, with his title eliminated from the poster.

On January 16, a consultant for the musician told Rolling Stone that the inclusion of the rapper was “a mix-up” as they added, “Lines got crossed, and he wasn’t supposed to be on there.”

At the time, followers had questioned why the rapper’s title was on the poster, as one wrote on Instagram, “Luda, bro, what are you doing? I’m so confused.”

Another posted, “We about to put you over there with Kanye and Snoop … stop playing. Why’d you sign up for this?

“You obtained 48 hours to issue a assertion, you bought 48 hours to tell us you are about to cancel this contract.”

Now, Rolling Stone has reported that Morgan Wade and Carter Faith have also dropped out of the music festival.

According to the outlet, Morgan’s name disappeared from the tour poster on Friday, with her management confirming to Billboard that the Wilder Days singer will not perform at the event.

Carter also appeared to confirm she had dropped out, as she responded a fan asking why she was on the lineup, saying, “I’m not anymore!”

While the gathering isn’t officially a political event, it has earned its MAGA nickname due to the country-themed lineup, pro-American branding, and connections to artists such as Kid and Jason.

Another musician who faced criticism from his fans after being announced as part of the lineup is Jelly Roll. One wrote on Threads, “Oh man. Jelly Roll? I’m heartbroken.”

Another person then added, “Why are people even performing shocked that Jelly Roll is MAGA? His music is buns anyhow who cares?” with a laughing face emoji.

“I can not consider I defended @jellyroll615 and then this BS…. apparently Ludacris dropped out when he noticed the WAVE of feedback. This is a full-on MAGA practice, and I’m so saddened by a lot of these names, but not shocked,” penned a third. 

A fourth commented, “I’m shocked people are shocked by this. He has MAGA vibes.”

Earlier this month, Kid said in a statement, “It’s this simple. Rock The Country is not just a music festival; it is a motion. In 2026, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this is a place for hard-working, God-fearing patriots to collect as one and have fun freedom, music, and the celebration of the yr.”

“Rock The Country was constructed to honor the communities that do not always get the highlight, but show up with coronary heart every single time,” said Nathan Baugh, CEO and partner of Peachtree Entertainment.

Shane Quick, president of Live Events, added, “As we glance forward to 2026 and America’s 250th anniversary, we’re raising the bar across your complete tour with greater lineups, more intentional fan experiences, and significant investments in consolation and manufacturing. This isn’t just a tour. It is a celebration of the people, locations, and music that outline this nation.”