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    Goodwill Excursion Brings Out The Best in Kid Rock
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    November 24, 2011

    Photo Credit: Robert Scheer / 'The Star'

    The rap, rock and country musician squeezed an arena production into the 1,800-capacity Egyptian Room in Old National Centre on Tuesday, and Rock explained to a sold-out crowd what brought him to such a cozy venue.

    With his son, Bob Ritchie Jr., enrolled as a college freshman this fall, Rock said boredom spurred him to hit the road. Playing mid-sized rooms offers the chance to get up close and personal with fans, while the fund-raising element dovetails nicely with Rock's current feel-good single, "Care."

    In Indianapolis, Rock donated $30,000 to the Make-A-Wish Request-A-Thon sponsored by radio station WZPL-FM (99.5). In all, last weekend's Request-A-Thon raised $460,000 and granted more than 70 wishes to children diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.

    During onstage banter on Tuesday, Rock said he hoped his publicized giving inspires other acts of goodwill. He also cited Detroit-based companies --including Quicken Loans, Compuware and Fathead -- that financed the tour.

    "Give Detroit, Mich., another look," said Rock, in reference to the Motor City hanging tough amid bad economic conditions.

    Read the full review and view more photos from the show at IndyStar.com.

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Photo Credit: Robert Scheer / 'The Star'

The rap, rock and country musician squeezed an arena production into the 1,800-capacity Egyptian Room in Old National Centre on Tuesday, and Rock explained to a sold-out crowd what brought him to such a cozy venue.

With his son, Bob Ritchie Jr., enrolled as a college freshman this fall, Rock said boredom spurred him to hit the road. Playing mid-sized rooms offers the chance to get up close and personal with fans, while the fund-raising element dovetails nicely with Rock's current feel-good single, "Care."

In Indianapolis, Rock donated $30,000 to the Make-A-Wish Request-A-Thon sponsored by radio station WZPL-FM (99.5). In all, last weekend's Request-A-Thon raised $460,000 and granted more than 70 wishes to children diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.

During onstage banter on Tuesday, Rock said he hoped his publicized giving inspires other acts of goodwill. He also cited Detroit-based companies --including Quicken Loans, Compuware and Fathead -- that financed the tour.

"Give Detroit, Mich., another look," said Rock, in reference to the Motor City hanging tough amid bad economic conditions.

Read the full review and view more photos from the show at IndyStar.com.

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Mon, 11/28/2011 - 10:38am — Bobbie Jean_2
Beautiful!
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Sun, 11/27/2011 - 3:14pm — some kinda wonderful
Your a good man !!
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Sat, 11/26/2011 - 11:06pm — Deidre Munday
what can you say the guy is awsome never get tired of listening to his music .he with out a doubt is the most under rated talent .he finally is getting the reconittion he so well deserves. take some time listen to afew of his songs unreal
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Sat, 11/26/2011 - 8:52am — Leah_6
This concert rocked Indy again! This man is amazing. The money he donated to Make A wish is mind blowing!!! We thank you Bobby with all our hearts. You do awesome things to help our American people. Again Thank you! Leah
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Fri, 11/25/2011 - 9:21am — Brandi French
What a great show. I had an awesome time:) This was my 5th show this year,and I think it was the best. The smaller venue is great. Thanks for all you do, you ROCK!!!!!!
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Fri, 11/25/2011 - 3:40am — I_Did_Not_Stutter
What an awesome show, we made our way up from Cincinnati. What a great decision! Bob put on an awesome show. I told my wife not to expect much energy or uptempo tracks because the venue and stage were so small. Man was I wrong, Big Time Bobby brought the energy and rocked the house. The set list was exceptional, Born Free was a natural ending and wrapped up the show nicely. Although he didnt play "Somebody's Gotta Feel This" (my personal favorite) it would have been a perfect fit for the part of the show when he was talking about not giving up and pursuing your dreams. Great show as always. Ty was exceptional as well, although I feel he would have benefitted greatly from a drummer and some rhythm guitar.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 9:38pm — brenda_32
GOD BLESS & SENDING U LOTS OF LOVE & XO'S..STAY REAL & SMILING PROUDLY....U R JUST SO "AWESOME"...MAUGHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 9:34pm — brenda_32
1st I want 2 say HAPPY HAPPY THANKSGIVING BOBBY 2 U & UR FAMILY AND HOPE U R AND DID HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY WITH EVERY1...I read the article & viewed the pics from the concert and of course I had 2 post & brag about u on my FB..lol I am so proud u.I so adore,respect & def.admire u even more each & every day becuz of all the wonderful,giving & caring things u r doing & have done already along the way of the CLUB TOUR & ALL THE DONATIONS & 4 wat u have & r doing 4 our TROOPS.U def.r 1 amazing man & no 1 can/will compare 2 u & I pegged u right wen I seen in it ur eyes,smile and the way u show ur character that u r a man on a mission & some1 who really does "CARE".U never seem 2 stop amazing me and u def. always make me smile everyday.I def.love seeing the pics & videos of u performing @ each concert becuz each 1 is different in it's own way beuz of wat ur putting into it..I love that jump..woohoo!!!!..now sweety,let's see any1 compete with that..no way in H@#$%..I have read alot of things that have been wrote about ur life,ur past attitude,past character..etc.etc..knowing where u came from & wat u have been thru,lived like,struggled & the not so good choices u made in life.I myself have been in these places as well..we all make choices sometimes we regret,some we don't but it molds us into who we r 2day..We learn lessons,skills & use our past as a tool 2 guide us.It's our choice 2 go down the positive path or the negative path...and most ppl in the world have been down the negative path but it's up 2 each of us as individuals 2 want a brighter,better path 2 follow..U def.have chosen 2 come down the brighter,better path & DOES IT NOT FEEL LIKE THE BEST THING IN THE WORLD 2 WAKE EVERYDAY & LOOK 4WARD 2 ALL THE POSITIVES THE DAY HOLDS & ALL THE SMILES U R GOING 2 SEE & KNOWING THAT U R PART OF MAKING THAT HAPPEN.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 9:26pm — blondie17
He is so awesome................. Seen you Kid in Nashville great show, first time in Nashville great time.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 8:49pm — zufalltd@hotmail.com
Happy Thanksgiving Bob & Family, may god bless you.. Thanks for caring, now come to Missouri and run for office, we need help here!!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 6:28pm — lana
I went to the Indy concert and it was awesome! It was my first KidRock concert and I had a wonderful time. I was pleasantly suprised that the average age of the concert goers was 45ish. He really rocked the house!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 5:56pm — Margo C
Way to go!! I read the whole review, a little mixed, "Rock who played an uncomfortably obscenity-riddled show at the Indiana State Fair back in '06" That statement cracked me up! Any way dude, hurry up & announce the Detroit dates!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 4:10pm — mom2300
Happy thanksgiving to you and yours,,and God bless you ,,Love from ALABAMA
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 3:50pm — Nixx Bieber
:-) Happy thanksgiving to you and yours!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 1:20pm — cardfantam
Happy thanksgiving!!! You rocked Nashville last night.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 12:52pm — Holly
Best Kid Rock concert I have ever been to and I've been to a lot in several states it was very moving. It was awesome to see and feel how much you care about others keep up the good work you are truly a great performer and care about the working man it's nice to see that these days when all we ever see is greed. I never think twice when I spend my money on a Kid Rock show and never will!! XOXO
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 12:20pm — DJLor
Happy Thanksgiving from your number 1 fan!! Love you
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 12:17pm — Gloria_5
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!!!!!!! You are my fav!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 12:00pm — Mary in Ohio
Happy Thanksgiving Sweety !!! Love n Hugs !!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 11:49am — Duke'sHilltopHo...
There is no doubt that what KR is doing has inspired many others to increase their charitable giving. Don't have to be a millionaire or rockstar to give either. Every little bit counts. My favorite is random acts of kindness. The little things along the road that make life better for a stranger. Giving of one self is equal to giving millions. We all have so much to give and share. Like the "Man" say the least we can do is care! Thank You Robert James Ritchie.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 11:10am — Txgirl_2
You're an angel Bob Ritchie! Thanks for spreading your many blessings.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 11:03am — Outside The Box
Taking a break from cooking for a moment and I came on here to see a wonderful gift once again to "Make -a -Wish -Foundation" - I just love reading about at each venue and what gifts are given to whom it's just wonderful! I hope that Kid Rock has set a new standard for other artists concerts/shows to follow suit and for it to be done with heart and not just publicity! I so love that he is doing this "Care Tour"! Happy Thanks Giving to Kid Rock and all, God bless!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:47am — rocksavedmysoul
Happy Thanksgiving, Mr. Ritchie. I hope every good turn returns to you.
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:46am — TX_Cowgirl4213
another great article.. I can so see your heart........
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:41am — denisesawyer
Happy Thanksgiving Kid ! You Rock
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:36am — SherZ
Happy Thanksgiving Holiday!!! :)
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:33am — scottrock68
I was there at Indy and it was an awsome show!! Happy Thanksgiving everyone and keep on Kid Rockin it!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:32am — amy pardue
BOY THATS GREAT MORE GOODWILL HE DID COOL.THIS TOUR IS VERY INSPIRING AND I THINK ITS GREAT HE PARKED IT IN THE TEN AREA FOR THIS DAY OF THANKS CAUSE HIS SON IS A VERY SWEAT YOUNG MAN AND WAY TO ROLL .TO ALL ENJOY YOUR DAY PUT THE GAMES ON FILL THEM GLASSES UP AND TURN KID ON WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE NO LETS GET THE LOVE A GOING COVERS OF TO THE KID AND PRAYERS AND THANKS TO THE VETS AND TROOPS WHOOP WHOOP
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:32am — houtra
I've seen Kid 10 times. This was by far the best show yet!! I'm so thankful he loves what he does and was willing to put on such a great performance for his fans! He truly does ROCK!!
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Thu, 11/24/2011 - 10:32am — EVink
Bob, you're the best! Gotta love an artist that gives back to his community and others! Thanks for Rockin out and "Caring" in Buffalo!

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