Kid Rock and Blake Shelton Announce Non-Woke Red States Tour: “We’re Officially Back”
In a move that’s already setting social media on fire and sending shockwaves through the music world, Kid Rock and Blake Shelton have announced their long-rumored joint venture: the Non-Woke Red States Tour. Billed as a “celebration of freedom, faith, and old-school American grit,” the duo’s bold new tour unapologetically embraces their conservative roots — and they’re not backing down.
The announcement came via a joint video on Kid Rock’s Instagram, with both stars sitting on the tailgate of a pickup truck, American flags waving behind them, guitars in hand, and a message that couldn’t be clearer: “We’re officially back. No filters. No cancel culture. Just real music for real people.”
Red States, Real Fans
The tour is set to hit 20+ cities — all located in so-called “Red States,” a deliberate move that Kid Rock says is about “bringing the music back to the people who actually still love this country.”
From Nashville to Amarillo, from Tallahassee to Tulsa, the venues aren’t massive arenas — they’re outdoor fairgrounds, rodeo stages, county parks, and even veteran halls. Blake Shelton emphasized the intimacy and rawness of this setup: “We’re not playing the game anymore. No industry middlemen. No sanitized Hollywood garbage. Just us, our guitars, and a whole lotta truth.”
Shelton, often known for his appearances on The Voice and his more polished country image, shocked some fans by taking a louder stance than ever before. “I’ve always tried to stay in the middle,” he said in a Fox & Friends exclusive, “but I’m tired of watching the people who built this country get mocked. It’s time they get a tour that sings their songs, not someone else’s politics.”
The Non-Woke Pledge
So what exactly makes this a “non-woke” tour?
According to Kid Rock, the tour will feature zero corporate sponsors, no DEI mandates, and no “sensitivity screening” in the lyrics or stage banter. “If you’re coming to be offended, save yourself the gas money,” he laughed. “This is a show for people who can take a joke, sing a drinking song, and salute the flag without feeling ashamed.”
Even the merchandise table reflects this ideology: hats that say “Make Country Kick Ass Again,” T-shirts reading “Bud Light Ain’t Invited,” and posters declaring “Freedom Ain’t Offensive.”
Surprise Duets and Guest Appearances?
While the two stars haven’t released an official setlist, fans are already buzzing about potential on-stage duets. Kid Rock’s rock-country hybrid style and Shelton’s mainstream country voice make for a contrasting but oddly complementary sound. Rumors suggest they’ve worked on an unreleased track together — a barroom anthem called “Keep the Boots Dirty” — which might debut live.
Adding to the hype, insiders say surprise guests could include Ted Nugent, Jason Aldean, or even Morgan Wallen, though none have confirmed appearances. One tour staff member hinted, “It’s gonna feel like a country Woodstock… but with camo and bourbon.”
Critics Sound Off — and Get Ignored
As expected, the backlash was immediate. Progressive music outlets called it “divisive,” “tone-deaf,” and “dangerous.” Some labeled it a “musical dog whistle.” But the stars are unfazed.
“We’ve heard it all,” Blake Shelton said in a radio interview. “But let me be clear — we’re not singing to the elites. We’re singing to the truck drivers, the ranchers, the teachers in small towns, the vets who never get thanked, the moms working two jobs. Those are our people.”
Kid Rock was more blunt: “The critics can kiss my red, white, and blue ass.”
Tickets and Launch
The Non-Woke Red States Tour kicks off this September in Lubbock, Texas, and will run through early 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday, with exclusive pre-sales available to fans who follow the tour’s official page on Truth Social and Rumble. General admission starts at $29 — a conscious decision, they say, to make the shows accessible “for the working man.”
Fans are already flooding forums and Facebook groups with excitement. One post reads: “Finally, a tour that doesn’t lecture me about pronouns and climate change — just lets me drink beer and listen to real music.”
Whether you call it brave or controversial, one thing is clear: Kid Rock and Blake Shelton aren’t waiting for permission. They’re taking country music back — one red state at a time.
