Turning Point's alternative halftime show – How to watch, what to know
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Anna Kaufman and Brendan Morrow, USA TODAYFebruary 9, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Bad Bunny isn't the only star getting ready for a Super Bowl Sunday performance.
Turning Point USA, the conservative organization cofounded by late activist Charlie Kirk, is set to put on what it has dubbed the "All-American Halftime Show" on Feb. 8 to compete with the official Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show headlined by Bad Bunny.
The All-American Halftime Show will stream live at around 8 p.m. ET on Turning Point's social channels, including X and YouTube.
Turning Point announced its alternative halftime show after Bad Bunny's selection as this year's halftime show performer drew backlash, including from President Donald Trump, who told Newsmax he has "never heard" of the popular Puerto Rican rapper.
Kid Rock, seen arriving last month at a subcommittee hearing with the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation in Washington, is playing Turning Point USA's alternative halftime show.
Bad Bunny, who performs in Spanish, recently took a stand against Trump's immigration enforcement actions at the Grammy Awards. "ICE out," he said on stage.
Turning Point has described its "All-American Halftime Show" as an "opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom."
"We set out to provide an entertainment option that will be fun, excellent and exciting for the entire family while millions are gathered together for the big game," Turning Point spokesman Andrew Kolvet said. "These performers will deliver exactly that, and we can’t wait to watch the incredible show they’re about to put on. We know millions around the country will be watching too."
Turning Point All-American Halftime Show lineup
The show will feature performances by Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert and Lee Brice. Gabby Barrett, 2021 winner of new female artist of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards, will also perform.
Kid Rock is a close Trump ally, becoming more outspoken in his conservative beliefs in recent years. Both Gilbert and Brice are mid-level stars in the country music space; Gilbert is known for hits like "Dirt Road Anthem" and "Bottoms Up" while Brice is known for tracks like "One of Them Girls" and "Rumor." Barrett is the only female performer announced so far, breaking through with her hit single "I Hope."
"We're approaching this show like David and Goliath. Competing with the pro football machine and a global pop superstar is almost impossible … or is it?" Kid Rock said in a release announcing the lineup.
Kid Rock also took a jab at Bad Bunny: "He's said he's having a dance party, wearing a dress, and singing in Spanish? Cool. We plan to play great songs for folks who love America."
Kid Rock resurfaced lyrics spark backlash, singer slams haters
Ahead of the performance, Kid Rock faced renewed backlash on social media over his 2001 song "Cool, Daddy Cool," which included the controversial lyrics, "Young ladies, young ladies / I like 'em underage, see / Some say that's statutory / But I say it's mandatory."
On Feb. 5, he seemed to send a message to his detractors on X, where he shared a Kobe Bryant quote that read, "Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and everyone should have one about you. Haters are a good problem to have. Nobody hates the good ones. They hate the great ones."
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