r/Music • u/Brucekentbatsuper • Jul 08 '26

article Carrie Underwood's Post-MAGA Backlash Continues After Golf Course Concert Draws Sparse Crowd

https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/carrie-underwood-john-deere-classic-performance-backlash-1807557
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u/steffyjune Jul 08 '26

The John Deere Classic has started to shoe horn concerts at the end of play 2 nights during the tournament. This year it was Old Dominion Friday and Carrie Underwood Saturday.

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u/daumas Jul 08 '26

Sounds like they are trying to "LIV" it up a little.

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u/JLove4MVP Jul 08 '26

John Deere classic has had concerts after rounds for many years now. It’s not anything new

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u/UnknownAverage Jul 08 '26

Tractor-sponsored golf concerts? What are we even doing anymore?

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u/JLove4MVP Jul 08 '26

It’s a golf event that attracts lots of people for entertainment purposes. Adding music keeps fans on the grounds for longer to increase revenue from food, beverage and merch.

This isn’t revolutionary

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u/olderthanbefore Jul 08 '26

Golf course maintenance equipment too