In a move that has been hailed as both a bold statement and a predictable publicity stunt, Kid Rock has been tapped to headline Turning Point USA's alt-Super Bowl show, dubbed the "All-American Halftime Show." The event is set to air on February 8th and promises to be an anti-clapback to Bad Bunny's highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime performance.
Kid Rock will be joined by a trio of country performers in Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett. The lineup was always going to be a long shot, given the vastly different styles and appeal of the artists involved. But hey, who needs authenticity when you've got a star-studded (if not spectacular) lineup?
In a statement that's equal parts confident and cringeworthy, Kid Rock declared the event to be an "All-American" celebration against the "pro football machine" and global pop superstar Bad Bunny. It's clear he's trying to position himself as some kind of David-esque underdog, competing with the might of the NFL and a Grammy-winning artist.
The real question is: who will actually tune in? While TPUSA has been quietly building a loyal following among conservative fans, it remains to be seen whether this alt-Super Bowl show will break through to a broader audience. And let's be honest, if you're looking for an alternative to Bad Bunny, Kid Rock might not be the most compelling choice.
Turning Point USA first floated its idea after Bad Bunny was announced as the Super Bowl headliner, citing concerns over the artist's immigration views and alleged pro-ICE stance. The backlash has since reached all the way to the White House, with President Trump publicly criticizing Green Day for playing a pregame concert. It seems like this alt-Super Bowl show is part of a larger conservative movement to counter-program mainstream culture.
The real kicker comes when Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor describes the specter of ICE agents attending the Super Bowl as "installing fear" in her community. Talk about overplaying your hand, TPUSA. It's clear that this alt-Super Bowl show is more about spouting conservative talking points than delivering an entertaining performance.
In any case, fans looking for a meaningful alternative to Bad Bunny's halftime show might want to check out Kid Rock and the gang. But let's be real – we're all still waiting for someone to challenge the pro football machine on the field.
Kid Rock will be joined by a trio of country performers in Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett. The lineup was always going to be a long shot, given the vastly different styles and appeal of the artists involved. But hey, who needs authenticity when you've got a star-studded (if not spectacular) lineup?
In a statement that's equal parts confident and cringeworthy, Kid Rock declared the event to be an "All-American" celebration against the "pro football machine" and global pop superstar Bad Bunny. It's clear he's trying to position himself as some kind of David-esque underdog, competing with the might of the NFL and a Grammy-winning artist.
The real question is: who will actually tune in? While TPUSA has been quietly building a loyal following among conservative fans, it remains to be seen whether this alt-Super Bowl show will break through to a broader audience. And let's be honest, if you're looking for an alternative to Bad Bunny, Kid Rock might not be the most compelling choice.
Turning Point USA first floated its idea after Bad Bunny was announced as the Super Bowl headliner, citing concerns over the artist's immigration views and alleged pro-ICE stance. The backlash has since reached all the way to the White House, with President Trump publicly criticizing Green Day for playing a pregame concert. It seems like this alt-Super Bowl show is part of a larger conservative movement to counter-program mainstream culture.
The real kicker comes when Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor describes the specter of ICE agents attending the Super Bowl as "installing fear" in her community. Talk about overplaying your hand, TPUSA. It's clear that this alt-Super Bowl show is more about spouting conservative talking points than delivering an entertaining performance.
In any case, fans looking for a meaningful alternative to Bad Bunny's halftime show might want to check out Kid Rock and the gang. But let's be real – we're all still waiting for someone to challenge the pro football machine on the field.
It's not like Kid Rock is gonna bring some revolutionary energy to the stage or anything... he's still just gonna be playing to a crowd of his own fans. And what's with the 'All-American' nonsense? Is that really gonna resonate with anyone outside of TPUSA land? 
I mean, Bad Bunny's halftime show is actually gonna get people hyped and engaged, but who cares about that when you've got a bunch of conservative talking points to spout off? 
And honestly, if TPUSA really wants to make an impact, they should be trying to change the game, not just playing catch-up with some watered-down alternative. 
I mean, come on... Kid Rock as headliner? That's just a publicity stunt. TPUSA thinks they can take on the NFL and Bad Bunny with this alt-Super Bowl show? Please 
Not me, that's for sure...
... another "alt" event trying to create a buzz by pitting itself against something mainstream just for attention's sake 
. Kid Rock thinks he's some kind of David vs Goliath hero, but really, it's just him trying to get his 15 minutes of fame 
. And what's with the whole "anti-clapback" vibe? Like, who even cares about Bad Bunny's halftime show? The real question is: will anyone actually watch this alt-Super Bowl thing or was it just a publicity stunt from the start? 
... or maybe not? I mean, who thought it was a good idea to put Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett on stage together? It's like TPUSA is trying to make country music cool again 
. But for real, Kid Rock is gonna need more than just some patriotic vibes to get people pumped up. And can we talk about how weird it is that the alt-Super Bowl show is basically a conservative counter-program to Bad Bunny? Like, dude, if you're gonna do it, own it and don't be afraid to be cheesy 
. I'm not expecting much from this thing, but hey, at least it'll be entertaining to watch 
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. I mean, who thought it was a good idea to pair him with Brantley Gilbert and Lee Brice? It's like they took all the leftover country artists from the 2000s and said "yep, let's put them together for a spectacle" 
. And what's with TPUSA trying to capitalize on immigration views? That's not a performance, that's a wedge issue 
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Kid Rock's lineup is gonna be a snooze fest imo 
. And yeah, who does he think he's fooling with this whole "David vs Goliath" shtick? 
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70% of those fans say they'll definitely tune in to the alt-Super Bowl show 
30% are like "meh" 
2022 saw a whopping -52% drop in his streaming numbers 
meanwhile, Bad Bunny has seen a 500% increase in his global popularity over the past two years 
. Turning Point USA is more worried about attracting new followers than making this show memorable 
. And what's up with the whole ICE thing? Can't we all just get along? 
, and the rest might just end up watching the nfl game itself 
. TPUSA is trying to counter-program mainstream culture, but is this really about art or is it more about making a statement 
those guys know how to bring the fire!