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    December 07, 2011

    Kid Rock is proving that his tune 'Care' can become more than a song, a video and a tour. The Detroit native is setting the example through his Care Tour, which has played smaller venues in 12 cities and seen the singer make donations to local charities in each town.

    "My son is going to Belmont (University) now, and I'm all alone," Kid Rock told his Nashville audience at the city's famed Ryman Auditorium. "I was sitting at home trying to figure out what the hell do I do now? So I finally thought to myself, the one thing I love beyond friends and family is music. So why don't we get back to the music we love and go out and do something good for people?

    "I started a charity a few years ago (the Kid Rock Foundation, based in Detroit), and there are a lot of good people in Detroit who need help," he continued. "But I decided to go out and play music in its most honest form, take some money and give it to our neighbors. By the time this tour is over, we will have given $375,000 to friends in these cities through the Foundation."

    In Nashville, donations went to Gilda's Club, Best Buddies and Nashville Rescue Mission. Charities receiving funds in Denver were Safe House Denver, Excelsior Youth Center and Bikers Against Child Abuse. Also in Denver, Kid Rock gave a $5,000 check to a 17-year old Kentucky girl, Josie Krammes, to help pay for her enrollment in Lafayette-based Catalyst Alternative Private High School. The girl sees it as a second chance at life, which she plans to use to help other troubled teens.

    Read the full article at TheBoot.com.

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on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:36am

Kid Rock is proving that his tune 'Care' can become more than a song, a video and a tour. The Detroit native is setting the example through his Care Tour, which has played smaller venues in 12 cities and seen the singer make donations to local charities in each town.

"My son is going to Belmont (University) now, and I'm all alone," Kid Rock told his Nashville audience at the city's famed Ryman Auditorium. "I was sitting at home trying to figure out what the hell do I do now? So I finally thought to myself, the one thing I love beyond friends and family is music. So why don't we get back to the music we love and go out and do something good for people?

"I started a charity a few years ago (the Kid Rock Foundation, based in Detroit), and there are a lot of good people in Detroit who need help," he continued. "But I decided to go out and play music in its most honest form, take some money and give it to our neighbors. By the time this tour is over, we will have given $375,000 to friends in these cities through the Foundation."

In Nashville, donations went to Gilda's Club, Best Buddies and Nashville Rescue Mission. Charities receiving funds in Denver were Safe House Denver, Excelsior Youth Center and Bikers Against Child Abuse. Also in Denver, Kid Rock gave a $5,000 check to a 17-year old Kentucky girl, Josie Krammes, to help pay for her enrollment in Lafayette-based Catalyst Alternative Private High School. The girl sees it as a second chance at life, which she plans to use to help other troubled teens.

Read the full article at TheBoot.com.

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Ninny's picture

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 10:41am — Ninny
Thanks Kid for the donation to Bikers Against Child Abuse! Ninny SE Oklahoma Chapter of BACA....

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 10:07am — K8
Bet you never invisioned yourself as a "Savior" to so many. If only we were blessed with knowing our path, we'd probably take better care of ourselves, lol. I belong to a few KR sites and you would be so proud of the connections made, and the constant HELPING HANDS that YOU have inspired amongst them. The fact that they are from all walks of life makes me feel HOPE for an unconditional acceptance, when we are able withold judgment and just see souls. On a selfish note, I am so psyched about the tentative name of the new cd, as I am thinking, there is a possibility those of us on that MUTHA FUCK'N BOAT may just end up on a live cut! Wooo Hooo. Best of All Things, Bobby kc, Jupiter, FL
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:13pm — DJLor
Glad so many are being helped....what a testimony to your fans. We miss you here at home...but do what you gotta do man, and return home safely. Hope you are home for Christmas, there is no place like home for the holidays. Love you and respect you.
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 8:50pm — AerosMish
you rock babe!
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 5:03pm — Nixx Bieber
:-) still going... going ... going!!! thank you!
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:39pm — Carrie_12
You are a very special person for helping so many other's.
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:07pm — Margo C
Nice....that's the first I heard about the title of the new album "Chillin the Most", looking forward to it.
SherZ's picture

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 1:23pm — SherZ
Right On!
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 1:21pm — dan boniscavage
i can't believe you support romney i thought you support the middle class man kid i thought you were better than that maybe your spending to much time with your buddie hank williams jr
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 12:50pm — amy pardue
wow that young girl is very happy i just no he mad a hudg change 4 her that is truly life changing all the donations wear so truly cairing for sure .kids rule in my book way to go kid that sure is a lot of money he is putting out thear i am so proud of him and his crew to be doing this tour it is just very inspirering 4 sure .he will be blessed 4 sure but i do no god gave us this very special badass for sure to brighten our days with his music he humore and heck yea he easy on our eyes to and that heart is very loving 4 sure v way to go you all kid and crew have a great christmas and kid when yea finished touring right us some more great stuff we all love you very much out hear inthis usa and rock it true and go on vacation with your nice young son for a few hunn :)
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 12:32pm — Shanna_12
I never thought I would say this, I agree with DNORD17 Wonder how much Kids donating to Romney's campaign, I am sure my Uncle will thank you but he doesn't buy your music I do. No sell out sh*t.
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 12:04pm — onehipmama
You have a heart of GOLD. This is what caring is all about, helping those in need.
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:47am — Shanna_12
I think this is great keep showing you "Care" Kid by helping the one's who want to make a difference in our future, the youth. You are a great example for your son and our future generations.
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:26am — Kate_7
This Granny thinks it's a wonderful thing you are doing! Lived in your area in MI for a lot of years, and Macomb County produces a lot of great people. Keep up the good work, I'm sure your family is as proud of you as everyone else. Listen to Born Free almost daily! Got it from my Granddaughter last year for Christmas! Hoping there is another one coming this year! :)
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:19am — dnord17
You do donations but then you support Romney - kind of a hypocrite.....
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:06am — Droethel
Truly the rock & roll jesus! Hallelujah!
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:05am — Meghan_3
Thank you Rock for your fabulous talent and your kind soul. Your generous ways have helped others to realize that its not always about wanting what you dont have but being happy with what you do, and that there is always someone whos got it a little harder than you do. God Bless you and yours and TBT this holiday season. I gotta feeling 2012 is gonna be a good one and can we include a new album too? ~ Meghan ~
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:56am — Outside The Box
Right On!!! So Awesome!!! :)
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:52am — lexxykat
Props to you Bobby - you never cease to amaze me. The kindness and generosity in your heart is unsurmountable! Not to mention the fact that the new cd your planning is to be titled "Chillin the Most" - Freakin LOVE THAT idea!!! Lookin forward to chillin with you again in April - 140 days away to be exact! Keep it Real and Keep it ROCKin baby! Much love to you and yours for a very Merry Christmas!
lisa007's picture

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:48am — lisa007
You inspire so many people to do more good things for others..... God Bless You, Bob~
Karen_69's picture

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:47am — Karen_69
Your awesome........Dec 3 2011 is a Saturday night I will never forget....Saltair on the rail right in front of you totally ROCKED thanks
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:45am — Sue_52
You are the Bomb Kid~ Keep up the good work ! My Family Loves you!
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:44am — laura carr
We know who OUR SANTA is and good thing he loves all the Ho's
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Wed, 12/07/2011 - 10:42am — WARofROCK
That is so cool..