President Rock: remember the stars singing at past inaugurations?

With news that the Village People have been booked to play the welcoming of Trump's second term as president, we take a look back at some of the acts that caught our eye during the inaugurations of past presidents of the USA.

Starting with the inauguration on the 20th January 2025. Carrie Underwood is said to be performing the national anthem at the second presidential inauguration of Donald Trump.

Lady Gagaa belted out 'The Star Spangled Banner' for President Joe Biden in 2021. During the inauguration ceremony, Joe Biden became the 46th president of the United States.

In 2021, Jennifer Lopez demanded everyone ‘let’s get loud’ before her performance of 'This Land is Your Land'.

Garth Brooks also performed at President Joe Biden's inauguration in front of the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, DC.

Jackie Evancho performed the National Anthem as Vice President Mike Pence and President Donald Trump watched in appreciation in Washington DC. Donald J. Trump became the 45th president of the United States.

The great Aretha Franklin gave the crowd a treat at President Barack Obama’s presidential inauguration with a rendition of 'My Country, Tis of Thee'.

Aretha Franklin has performed at three different inaugurations. At the celebrations of Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama.

Bruce Springsteen and Pete Seeger sang a duet for President Obama’s first term. They sang the classic 'This Land Is Your Land'.

During the ball, Beyonce serenaded the new President and First Lady with a version of Etta James' 'At Last'.

Who can forget hip-wiggling Ricky Martin getting the crowd pumped and in the mood at George W Bush's inauguration in 2001? His performance of 'Cup of Life' was electric.

Fleetwood Mac gave President Bill Clinton a treat when they sang their song ‘Don’t Stop’. The song was Clinton's campaign anthem.

Chuck Berry zipped through a medley of hits at the inaugural gala including performances of 'Reelin' and Rockin,' 'Good Golly Miss Molly' and a few other hits. With him on stage were Little Richard and Michael Jackson, to name a few big stars.

After being introduced by Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles proved he was an American icon when he performed 'America, The Beautiful' at one of the inaugural balls of President Ronald Reagan in 1985.

The 1985 inaugural gala for Ronald Reagan was steeped in controversy and cultural significance. The Beach Boys headlined the entertainment lineup, bringing their signature surf rock sound to a politically charged atmosphere. At the inauguration, the band performed their hits, including 'California Girls' and 'Surfin' U.S.A,' which resonated well with the crowd.

Among the stellar performers were notable artists such as Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, and Gene Kelly, each bringing their unique artistry to the stage. The night showcased the harmony between politics and popular culture, reflecting the youthful aspirations characterising the JFK era.

Dwight Eisenhower's second inauguration in 1957 was a poignant moment in American history. It included Black opera singer Marian Anderson. She had previously been denied the opportunity to perform at D.C.’s Constitution Hall due to restrictions against Black artists. This performance was more than art - it was a political statement.

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