President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office on January 20, marking the 60th Presidential Inauguration. This event promises a significant departure from his first inauguration in 2017, which reportedly struggled to secure high-profile performers. This time, the inaugural celebrations will feature several prominent artists.
“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,” co-chairs Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler said in a statement to NPR. They described the weekend as a tribute to Trump’s “historic victory” and an opportunity to celebrate music, unity, and patriotism, ushering in what they termed “America’s new Golden Age.”
Scheduled Performers
Carrie Underwood
Country music icon Carrie Underwood, who rose to fame as the winner of American Idolnearly two decades ago, will perform “America the Beautiful” at the swearing-in ceremony.
“I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” Underwood shared in a statement to NPR. “I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”
Christopher Macchio
Renowned classical tenor Christopher Macchio is set to perform the national anthem during the ceremony. Macchio, in a YouTube video, revealed his connection to Trump began when Elton John dropped out of a New Year’s Eve performance at Mar-a-Lago, and he was asked to fill in.
Lee Greenwood
Best known for his patriotic anthem “God Bless the USA,” Lee Greenwood will perform at the swearing-in ceremony and the Make America Great Again Victory Rally. Greenwood, a Grammy winner for his 1984 hit “I.O.U.,” expressed his gratitude in a statement.
“I am humbled and honored to be asked to perform for our 47th President Donald J. Trump during his inaugural events,” he said. “The President has been a friend of [my wife] Kim [Payne] and I’s for many years, and this is one of the most historical moments in our lifetime.”
Kid Rock
A staunch Trump supporter, Kid Rock will take the stage at the Make America Great Again Victory Rally. Known for blending country and rock, he previously performed at the Republican National Convention and headlined the Rock the Country festival, which celebrated a fusion of MAGA politics and music.
Village People
The disco group Village People, led by original member Victor Willis, will perform at the Make America Great Again Victory Rally and the Liberty Ball. Their hit “Y.M.C.A.” was a staple at Trump campaign rallies, even inspiring viral dances.
Willis has addressed controversy surrounding the song, stating its popularity among Trump’s supporters was due to its upbeat nature rather than its associations as a gay anthem. “We know this won’t make some of you happy to hear,” a Facebook statement read, “however, we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics.” Willis added that their participation aimed to promote unity after a divisive campaign.
Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus, who voiced support for Trump on the campaign trail, will perform at the Make America Great Again Victory Rally. Known for his 1992 hit “Achy Breaky Heart,” Cyrus most recently gained recognition for his collaboration with Lil Nas X on “Old Town Road,” which earned him two Grammy Awards.
Liberty University’s Praise Choir
LU Praise, Liberty University’s gospel choir, will perform at the Make America Great Again Victory Rally. According to the university, the choir is dedicated to glorifying God through worship and music.
Jason Aldean
Country artist Jason Aldean, a vocal Trump supporter, will perform at the Liberty Ball. Aldean introduced Trump at a campaign rally in Georgia and dedicated his hit “Try That in a Small Town” to the then-candidate following an attempted assassination on Trump. On Election Day, Aldean reaffirmed his support on Instagram, writing, “I want to see our country get back to its values and principles that made us great to begin with.”
Rascal Flatts
The Nashville-based trio Rascal Flatts will perform at the Commander in Chief Ball. After a hiatus, the band recently reunited and announced their 2025 Life is a Highway tour. They gained fame with hits like “What Hurts the Most” and “Life is a Highway.”
Parker McCollum
Country singer Parker McCollum, known for his Billboard-topping hits “Burn It Down” and “Pretty Heart,” will also perform at the Commander in Chief Ball.
Gavin DeGraw
Pop singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw, best known for his 2003 hit “I Don’t Want to Be,” will perform at the Starlight Ball. The track, which served as the theme song for the teen drama One Tree Hill,remains one of his most recognized works.
Surprise Guest and Final Note
In addition to this lineup, a surprise musical guest will perform at the Liberty Ball, adding further anticipation to the event. With such a diverse roster of artists spanning genres and generations, the inauguration promises to be a grand celebration of patriotism and unity.
As the Trump Vance Inaugural Committee highlighted, this momentous occasion will honor “proud Americans everywhere” and usher in what they envision as a new era for the country.