Who performed at Donald Trump’s inauguration?
DONALD Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States on January 20, 2017.
But despite being one of the most powerful men in the world, Trump had trouble securing singers for his inauguration.
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The billionaire business was left with thin-pickings after a number of high-profile snubs ahead of his big day.
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Who performed?
The Radio City Rockettes agreed to perform for the President at his official inauguration ball, after accepting his invitation last year.
The dance troupe was reportedly split, however, after some of the group said they didn't want to perform.
The award-winning Mormon Tabernacle Choir are favourites at the inauguration, having previously performed at the past five, and took their usual place at the swearing-in ceremony.
The choir has 360 members but one dropped out after refusing to sing for Trump.
Ex-America's Got Talent star Jackie Evancho was the best-known performer to be confirmed in the line-up.
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Jackie played a pivotal role at the ceremony, performing the national anthem after Trump completed his inaugural address.
She was just ten years old when she was on the TV show six years ago.
Commenting after her appearance was confirmed, Trump tweeted: "Jackie Evancho's album sales have skyrocketed after announcing her Inauguration performance.
"Some people just don't understand the 'Movement'".
As well The Rockettes, the official Liberty and Freedom ball that follows the ceremony attracted Sam Moore, of soul duo Sam and Dave, The Piano Guys and Tim Rushlow and his Big Band - who received the honour of accompanying Donald and Melania's inaugural first dance.
Irish dancer Michael Flatley was also enlisted with his troupe - but faced criticism for agreeing to perform.
Rockers 3 Doors Down were among the acts at the traditional concert the night before the inauguration, along with high-profile country singers Toby Keith and Lee Greenwood, and Midnight Cowboy actor Jon Voight, who gave a speech.
Outspoken rapper Azealia Banks, a vocal Trump supporter, put herself forward to perform after declaring herself "very upset" at the the existing lineup, but didn't appear to make the bill.
Which musicians turned down appearing at Donald Trump's inauguration?
Charlotte Church
The most amusing rejection to sing at the inauguration so far has been by singer Charlotte Church, who made her invite public.
The welsh performer, who has been vocal about her political stance in the past, responded directly to Donald Trump on Twitter.
She wrote: “A simple Internet search would show I think you’re a tyrant.”
The Tweet ended with four turd emojis.
Her potentially humiliating comeback was met with criticism from Trump's pal, presenter Piers Morgan.
He said: "Oh pur-lease, he's never heard of you, you ridiculous creature."
Elton John
Trump's campaign rallies could often be mistaken for an Elton John concert, with the likes of Tiny Dancer and Rocket Man played relentlessly over the speakers.
The billionaire, thought to be a big fan of John, was even known to have watched videos of his old gigs while travelling.
But there was little to no chance he would be performing for the future President after fundraising for Hillary Clinton - despite a member of Trump’s inaugural committee telling the BBC he planned to do so.
He has since denied claims he would perform, citing the reports as “completely untrue".
Kanye West
Despite being a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, Kanye West won't be taking to the stage on January 20.
It hasn't been established whether rapper was officially asked to perform, but Tom Barrack, chairman of Trump’s presidential inaugural committee, denied he is taking part.
He told CNN: “Donald is a great admirer of Kanye, as we all are, but he is not performing at the inauguration.”
Rebecca Ferguson
The former X-Factor star originally said she would agree to perform at Trump's inauguration if she could perform Billie Holiday's famous protest song Strange Fruit.
But she has since turned down his offer completely.
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In a statement, the singer said there were too many "grey areas about the offer".
But she said she sends America "nothing but love."
KISS
Frontman Gene Simmons "politely declined" the invitation to perform at the inauguration, according to his wife Shannon Tweed.
The glam rock band could not fit the concert around their schedule as they are currently on a tour in Europe.
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"They asked and he politely declined," Tweed said.
Simmons has since said: "I think people should get over it and move on. He's our President and that's it, end of story."
Moby
Moby took to social media to reveal that he was approached to perform at one of the inaugural balls in Washington.
He declined the offer and said he would only DJ if Trump released his tax returns.
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“I would probably play Public Enemy and Stockhausen remixes to entertain the republicans," he wrote.
He has said shared a hypothetical inauguration playlist which includes American Idiot and Killing in the Name.
Andrea Bocelli
Classical singer Andrea Bocelli was tipped to be singing the national anthem as a duet with America’s Got Talent star Jackie Evancho.
But shortly after the news leaked, Bocelli pulled out of the gig - apparently over fears of a backlash from Trump critics.
Other names to have been linked to the gig, but who have not officially turned down Trump, include Céline Dion, Katy Perry and Cher.
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