The last week of August is usually as slow as slow news periods get, but Mr. Michigan Kid Rock has been keeping himself busy, wrapping a tour with rebel legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and even launching his own American Badass beer at two summer shows in Detroit.
For most rockers, that'd be enough, but Bob Ritchie has had quite the eventful August. For example, he's:
...Announced His Own Cruise
You heard right. Grab your American flag swim trunks and Jack Daniels trucker hats, as well as your goggles and whatever the hell else you take on a cruise and get ready to, um, go on a cruise. The thing is being called Kid Rock's Chillin' The Most Cruise, and it set to run (float?) from April 29-May 3, 2010. What can you expect? Let's ask the cruise's website (look at that amazing first line):
The seas should brace themselves. Kid Rock is about to stick it to them with his inaugural Chillin the Most Cruise, headin' out from Tampa, Florida, to Grand Cayman for a 4-day fun fest on board the Carnival Inspiration. Give a toast to the sun, drink with the stars, mack like Mayors on the craps table... and that's just the beginning! Kid Rock will be rockin’ the boat from coast to coast with around the clock concerts from choice artists and DJs, parties, activities, contests, and everything that makes this party Kid Rock’s party.
Mack like Mayors on the high seas! Hell yeah. [Detroit News]
...Sent Money To A Guy Who Was Beaten
What the hell is wrong with people? Harry Colyer, a Cincinnati Papa John's delivery man, was severely beaten last month while on the job. The beating left Colyer near death and needing reconstructive surgery on his face. When he finally left the hospital this month, a check for $1,500 from Kid Rock was waiting for him. Kid Rock had read about the story when in Cincinnati for a July 22 show. He later refused comment on the situation, though his publicist noted that Kid regularly helps out those in need. Nice one. [Enquirer]
...Engaged In A Retail Turf War In Detroit
This is a little complicated, so pay attention: Years ago, Kid Rock purchased the Made In Detroit clothing brand from its creator. That man, Robert Stanzler, went on to develop a new brand, Detroit Manufacturing. Stanzler is now saying that Made In Detroit, backed by the full power of the Kid Rock machine, is muscling Detroit Manufacturing off of retail shelves, demanding exclusivity from Detroit-area shops. The irony? Stanzler and Kid Rock were once close friends. The fact that Made In Detroit is no longer made in Detroit, but rather in the burbs, is another irony, one pointed out by Stanzler. Guys, guys, if southeast Michigan is as bad off as everyone says, why the fighting? Can't we all get along and party? [Crain's Detroit]
...Announced A New York Club Show
It's not every day that Kid Rock performs a club date. And while New York's Terminal 5 may not be tiny, it's no amphitheatre, and hey—it's for a good cause. The show, officially titled "The Music Has Power," will benefit the New York-based Music And Neurologic Function, a music therapy foundation. The show happens on Wednesday, September 2nd, and $50 tickets are still available. Be a badass for a goodass cause. [KidRock]
