Poison? More artists flee Trump’s celebration concerts for US’ 250th anniversary
The White House's concert for the 250th anniversary of US independence is struggling as several artists withdraw due to political tensions. Notable acts like Bret Michaels and Martina McBride have cited the event's evolution into a divisive occasion as their reason for leaving. Meanwhile, Bruce Springsteen is organizing a competing festival that has attracted significant attention and support.
- ▪Bret Michaels, Martina McBride, and The Commodores have withdrawn from the anniversary concert.
- ▪Only four acts remain for the White House event, including Vanilla Ice and C+C Music Factory.
- ▪Michaels expressed disappointment, stating the event has become more divisive than he anticipated.
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Poison? More artists flee Trump’s celebration concerts for US’ 250th anniversarySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe Democratic Party trolled US President Donald Trump on X over the artists who have cancelled, by crossing them out on the original Freedom 250 image used to promote Mr Trump's anniversary concert series.PHOTOS: X/@THEDEMOCRATS, REUTERSPublished May 30, 2026, 01:03 AMUpdated May 30, 2026, 01:08 AMListenSummariseWhite House’s 250th independence anniversary concert is floundering as Bret Michaels, Martina McBride, and The Commodores withdrew, citing political tensions.Artists are pulling out because the "nonpartisan" celebration evolved into a divisive event, notably due to President Trump's attempts to stamp his mark.Only four acts remain for the White…
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