Rock the Country Issues Statement on South Carolina Cancellation: “Loving America Isn’t Political”

Rock the Country has issued an official statement following the cancellation of its South Carolina stop last week.

As previously reported, the Kid Rock-led traveling festival canned the two-day event that was set to take place July 25th and 26th in Anderson, South Carolina, after headliner Shinedown dropped from the bill. Before that, Ludacris and others dropped off the bill after receiving backlash for playing a “MAGA” festival.

The statement from Rock the Country organizers reads:

“Rock the Country was created to unite people together through music. Our lineups and our crowds reflect that sentiment — a wide range of voices, backgrounds, and stories that make up this country.

We’re truly disappointed we won’t be bringing the show to Anderson. Our fans work hard for their money, and we refuse to put on a show that doesn’t meet the standard they deserve.

Our focus remains where it’s always been: Supporting our artists, honoring our fans, and delivering unforgettable nights throughout the country. The shows ahead represent the heart of what Rock the Country stands for: music, community, and pride in where we come from.

Loving America isn’t political; it’s who we are.”

The other seven dates of Rock the Country are still scheduled to go on as planned. Individual lineups for each city can be found at the festival’s official website.