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music1 month ago•23 min saved

Backlash to Freedom 250 Shows Fan Fickleness, Says Bret Michaels’ Guitarist

The piece argues that fan bases are shockingly fickle: six of nine artists pulled out of the politically charged Freedom 250 concert in DC, with Bret Michaels’ longtime guitarist Pete Evick venting in a post that fans who praised him could quickly turn on him, citing security concerns and the desire to avoid partisan gigs; the article uses the episode to illustrate how polarization and social media can redefine loyalty, even when artists have a history of veterans’ charity work.

via Variety|

#bret-michaels #fan-backlash #freedom-250

politics1 month ago•20 min saved

Divisive backlash trims the Great American State Fair concert lineup

More than half of the acts slated for the Great American State Fair concert series on the National Mall have withdrawn amid concerns about the event’s political associations and safety threats, with Bret Michaels the latest to exit as organizers confront a divisive backlash.

via The Washington Post|

#bret-michaels #freedom-250 #great-american-state-fair

music-news1 month ago•17 min saved

Backlash Forces Mass Exit: Freedom 250 Concerts Lose Major Acts

Bret Michaels, Martina McBride and other acts have pulled out of President Trump’s Freedom 250 concert series on the National Mall, leaving the lineup dwindling amid political backlash and safety concerns ahead of the Washington, D.C. event.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#bret-michaels #freedom-250 #martina-mcbride

music1 month ago•22 min saved

Bret Michaels Withdraws from Freedom 250 Over Threats and Safety Concerns

Bret Michaels pulled out of the Freedom 250 festival in Washington, D.C., citing threats and safety concerns and becoming the fifth act to withdraw as backlash over the Trump-backed event grows; he said the decision is about safety and staying true to his beliefs, and he will continue touring.

via Variety|

#bret-michaels #freedom-250 #music

entertainment5 months ago•2 min saved

Poison Payshake: Michaels' 600% Demand Halts 40th Anniversary Tour

Poison's planned Look What the Cat Dragged In 40th-anniversary tour collapsed after drummer Ricki Rockett claimed Bret Michaels demanded a 600% payday; with no plans for 2026, Rockett will tour with Rockett Mafia and hints at a Poison return in 2027, potentially with a different frontman as a last resort.

via Stereogum|

#40th-anniversary #bret-michaels #entertainment

music5 months ago•37 min saved

Bret Michaels' pay demand sinks Poison's 40th anniversary tour, drummer says

Poison reportedly scrapped its planned 40th‑anniversary reunion after a money dispute, with drummer Rikki Rockett saying Bret Michaels wanted the lion’s share of the proceeds—roughly six times what his bandmates would earn—making the tour unfeasible despite an attractive offer; Rockett says the group could revisit the idea next year if finances can be worked out.

via Yahoo|

#40th-anniversary #bret-michaels #music

entertainment10 months ago•1 min saved

Kelsey Bateman, 'Rock Of Love' Contestant, Dies at 39

Kelsey Bateman, a former contestant on the reality show 'Rock of Love,' has died at age 39. The cause and place of death are unknown, but it was reported as recent and unexpected. She was known for her brief reality TV stint and later worked in sales in Utah. Her death was confirmed by family members to TMZ.

via Deadline|

#bret-michaels #death #entertainment

entertainment10 months ago•1 min saved

'Rock of Love' Star Kelsey Bateman Passes Away at 39

Kelsey Bateman, a contestant from the third season of 'Rock of Love with Bret Michaels,' has died at age 39. She was known for her appearance on the reality show where she reached the final nine contestants. The cause of her death is currently unknown, and her passing was described as unexpected.

via TMZ|

#bret-michaels #entertainment #kelsey-bateman

heartwarming2 years ago•5 min saved

Bret Michaels Adopts Namesake Stray Dog, Saving Lives

Rock star Bret Michaels has adopted a stray husky named Bret Michaels after the dog saved a month-old kitten's life through a blood transfusion. The Nebraska Humane Society shared the story on Facebook, which reached the attention of the human Bret Michaels. The rock star, who is a dog lover, reached out to the shelter and expressed his interest in adopting the husky. The dog, who was found as a stray, now has a new home with the rock star, who plans to meet him in person after his tour.

via The Washington Post|

#adoption #blood-transfusion #bret-michaels

heartwarming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Bret Michaels Saves Lives by Adopting Dog Named After Himself"

Bret Michaels, the lead singer of Poison, has adopted Bret Michaels, a 6-year-old husky from the Nebraska Humane Society, after the dog donated blood to a kitten suffering from flea anemia. The shelter expressed excitement for the dog's new home and joked about potential confusion when someone tells Bret Michaels to fetch.

via KLKN|

#bret-michaels #bret-michaels-the-dog #bret-michaels-the-singer