From country superstars Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean to rocker Kid Rock and rapper Nelly, these are all the artists scheduled to perform during the 2025 inauguration weekend. Carrie Underwood took the stage to sing “America the Beautiful” during the swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

Nelly is riding with Donald Trump. The rapper defended his decision to perform at one of the president-elect’s inaugural balls after receiving a torrent of criticism from fans. “I respect the office.

Carrie Underwood, Snoop Dogg and Nelly face backlash for performing at Trump inauguration party - Critics called out the artists’ ‘gross’ and ‘shameful’ decision online