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    November 11, 2011

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    Here are blog highlights by 'Access Atlanta' where Kid Rock talks about his charity tour:

    Thursday evening, before kicking off the 12-city tour with a sold-out show at Center Stage, Rock, joined by Grady Health Foundation President Lisa Borders, Georgia Veterans Day Parade Association of Atlanta President Kevin Miller and Camp Twin Lakes Special Events Coordinator Adam Cohen, fielded questions from a small media corps upstairs in The Loft.

    The laid-back Rock immediately shook hands and took photos with guests from the parade association and Camp Twin Lakes before explaining his reason for the tour: “I’m an empty nester now. My son went to college and I was getting bored smoking cigars on the back porch…I’ve had a foundation now for awhile in Detroit and what really matters to me outside of friends and family is music, so I thought why not take money from the foundation and do a club tour.”

    Rock also approached some heavy financial hitters in Detroit – Quicken Loans Inc., Fathead and Compuware among them – to donate money as well. So far, more than $250,000 will benefit the selected charities.

    ”The response was unbelievable,” he said, adding that part of his mission is to also enhance the image of Detroit. “Just give Detroit another look, you know? Come visit us. Buy some Faygo or a Ford.”

    Read the full article at Blogs.AJC.com.

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on Fri, 11/11/2011 - 9:42am

Photo Credit: Melissa Ruggieri

Here are blog highlights by 'Access Atlanta' where Kid Rock talks about his charity tour:

Thursday evening, before kicking off the 12-city tour with a sold-out show at Center Stage, Rock, joined by Grady Health Foundation President Lisa Borders, Georgia Veterans Day Parade Association of Atlanta President Kevin Miller and Camp Twin Lakes Special Events Coordinator Adam Cohen, fielded questions from a small media corps upstairs in The Loft.

The laid-back Rock immediately shook hands and took photos with guests from the parade association and Camp Twin Lakes before explaining his reason for the tour: “I’m an empty nester now. My son went to college and I was getting bored smoking cigars on the back porch…I’ve had a foundation now for awhile in Detroit and what really matters to me outside of friends and family is music, so I thought why not take money from the foundation and do a club tour.”

Rock also approached some heavy financial hitters in Detroit – Quicken Loans Inc., Fathead and Compuware among them – to donate money as well. So far, more than $250,000 will benefit the selected charities.

”The response was unbelievable,” he said, adding that part of his mission is to also enhance the image of Detroit. “Just give Detroit another look, you know? Come visit us. Buy some Faygo or a Ford.”

Read the full article at Blogs.AJC.com.

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MsBehavin's picture

Wed, 07/04/2012 - 4:16pm — MsBehavin
That show was hands down--THE BEST ~KrTbt show that I have EVER been to----for the very first time ever---I was by the stage and watched everything!!!!!!!!!! Yay!!!!!!!!!! (Well exept when I was in a slight (and f-ing STUPID) altercation with some loud-mouth ho----I think that was only half a song tho :-) Other then that-----I was in Heaven :-)
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Tue, 11/15/2011 - 11:54pm — mom2300_2
The Atlanta show was AMAZING !!! I would pay to see it again and again !!! Thnk you so much it was unforgetable . My favorite show from you so far. I liked the small venue setting.. You blow the walls off any venue but that was awsome !!! Thnx again !!
Lora Fickert Rock-Stone -Biggest Fan EVER...dont doubt me's picture

Mon, 11/14/2011 - 9:50pm — Lora Fickert Ro...
I will sit on your back porch and smoke cigars with u and shoot the shit. Anyday.
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Mon, 11/14/2011 - 1:42pm — Nixx Bieber
:-) ... to change the world you ve got to start at home! We only preserve if we not only live, but leave our money in our home towns and live with our whole heart and soul here/ there. I wish that Detroit as many other beautiful towns and cities, will come back to life and some of the historical townmarks can be safed! Keep it up Bob, you are such a beautiful soul! Bless you and the tail attached!!!
lao668's picture

Mon, 11/14/2011 - 11:48am — lao668
This was a KICK ASS SHOW!!!! Knowing that it was all going to charity made it even more KICK ASS :-)
Beckxy's picture

Sun, 11/13/2011 - 5:33pm — Beckxy
I agree.. love to buy a 'CARE' poster and have that up on my wall ;) I am such a proud fan/follower.. thru the years we seen such great shows, and had great times with other likewise friends along the way... ain't nuttin' like it. It only keeps getting better. Love that Bob Rocks decided to not only continue his mission to 'give back ' thru the Kid Rock Foundation... but to take all of us along with him for the ride :) Rock On : )
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Sat, 11/12/2011 - 12:12pm — Jill Illusorio
I seriously can't believe I missed it . . . Good Luck with your tour. You are amazing . . . truly, and well thanks for caring! ~J
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Sat, 11/12/2011 - 12:10pm — Jill Illusorio
Are you serious, how did I miss that show. OMG I can't believe I let this slip by what where was I .... that's crazy, I'm going to find the tour schedule.
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Sat, 11/12/2011 - 10:39am — sodel1234
My friend and I had the pleasure to attend the Atlanta show thur night--all I can say is wow! Kid at his best! He has the biggest heart in the world and his love for his country, his fans and what he is doing was shining from his soul song after song....I could have watched him all night! He made the whole house rock, almost felt like we were at a jam session with the band. This is our 4th show this year and I was blown away-old stuff, new stuff and everything in between. Bobby you are the one and only true AMERICAN BADASS! Don't ever change, you have a beautiful heart and soul and I love everything you do and how much you care. ROCK ON BABY, Much LOVE from NC, Peace and safe travels
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 9:47pm — rocksavedmysoul
We always have Faygo red pop in our fridge. Best fizz in a drink hands down!
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 8:43pm — KRSVal
LOL love your comments KR :) :) :)
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 4:52pm — Christopher_8
The Atlanta show was AMAZING!!! I know that the charities really appreciate what you are doing for them and also for our Troops overseas. You have a really big heart and it shows!
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 4:22pm — kmw2273
The show last night was AMAZING! This by far, was my favorite show! You are amazing in everything you do! It was SOOO great being on the 3rd row and being up close and personal with you. You have an amazing heart and soul! Can't wait for the next show...just praying that I get to meet you one day! LOVE YOU!!
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 3:43pm — D4evr
This is Only the Beginning :) ...... Do What You Do ~ Keepin' God First 'n ALL ~ The BEST is YET to COME !!! I Love You, Bobby ~ Light 'em Up* ! * ! * + Stay GOLDEN !!! God Bless ~ Kid Rock, Detroit & The 'US of A' !!!!! "God is Great Indeed ... If You Believe ..." ~ rjr
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 3:41pm — itsrealnifeelit
"maybe since I'm doin a good thing in Atlanta the Mayor will give me a free waffle. dude u r the shit!! rock on brother. one last thing If you can't see his heart your damn well BLIND!!
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 2:21pm — brenda_32
I want 2 1st start of by saying that u look totally awesome/sexy in those bibs there Bobby.. LOVE EM..But on a more serious note I want 2 say ty 4 doing all these wonderful things 4 those who do not/can not have..U def.r a true blessing from above and I can def.see ur great heart and beautiful soul.It makes me smile 2 see/hear u/ur name every time and if u ever want some1 2 hang out with u on that bk porch, I wud b more than happy 2 keep u company...Hope ur having fun with the tours but also getting some rest..2day is veterans day and I am sure this day is an important day 4 u as it should b 4 all Americans...I hope u have a great day Bobby & ur smiling....GOD BLESS & SENDING U LOTS OF LOVE & XO's
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 1:05pm — vines
The show last night was the best!!! Need more of the smaller shows.
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 1:03pm — Lila ashker
You Have the Biggest Heart n Soul! Det Rock City ! See Your Name Is The Middle Of My City!
amy pardue's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 12:08pm — amy pardue
that IS AWSOME THE WAY HE FINDS THINGS TO DO AS A EMPTY NESTER AND THEN TURNING INTO WONDERFULL CHARITY THAT IS TRULY A WORK OF LOVE HE SURE GOT HIM A BIG HEART SIMBA I SAY LIKE THE PAPPA LION KING YOU ROCK THIS IS TRULY A SIGHN OF COMPATION AND CAIR AND HE ALLREADY HAS 250 000 RAISE THAT IS UNBELIVABLE THE HELP HE WILL BE ABLE TO SPREAD GOD BLESS THAT BOBBY HE AMAZZING 4 SURE.AND HEY VETS HAPPY V.DAY LOVE AMY
Bobbie Jean_2's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:58am — Bobbie Jean_2
- "the guy has heart"... yes he does & God has and will continue to bless him for that. - "president"...hmmmm ??? - "an inspiration"... ;) sweet, very sweet! keep goin'... you've come to far to look back now... :)
RockRehab's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:32am — RockRehab
You are so sincere. Thanks for using your great talent for these charities!
Margo C's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:25am — Margo C
Very cool...can't wait to hear about some MI tour dates.
just because's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:17am — just because
Big heart indeed!!! Kinda like the Grinch when his heart grows and grows... bustin' out! You spread inspiration and love...God Bless you and TBT on your travels.
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:16am — Preciousredhead
Thank you so much for just being a wonderful man and a great American. I look forward to seeing you a 2nd time in Nashville this year. You are very inspiring and you teach wonderful lessons to all of us of how giving we should be. I can't wait till the 23rd at the Ryman.
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:06am — jenniferrn99
You are really an amazing person! Very inspirational. I will see you in KC for the third time this year! Thanks to all you Veterans out there!!
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 10:54am — chris_stephens
Bob are anyone with knowledge, Scott Brown served 4 years in the marines now he has a band and he writes some of the best songs gave Bob the cd on the boat, Scott just wrote a christmas song for the troops that benfits their families, he wants Bob to check it out ,where can we send it so Bob can hear it
RockRollGalofDetroit's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 10:44am — RockRollGalofDetroit
Please...Please...Please announce the DETROIT Shows!
Outside The Box's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 10:34am — Outside The Box
Robert, So love this side of you and you do inspire such goodness in people!! Rock On with your bad self and me and my kid will be seeing you one more time! :) Have a great tour with your kick ass band and so looking forward to Ty Stone again as well-YAY!!! :)
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Fri, 11/11/2011 - 10:30am — Tammy - I'm the one.
you rock in those overalls...you can do no wrong!
DawnMarie_2's picture

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 10:03am — DawnMarie_2
Bobby, You r such a good person! You do a great job of giving back. Also empty nester here takes time to get use to. Peace out?

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