Overview
- Anderson County officials said they were informed on Feb. 5 that the July 25–26 shows would not proceed, confirming the South Carolina stop is off the schedule.
- Shinedown withdrew last week, saying the band aims to "unite, not divide," joining earlier exits by Ludacris, Morgan Wade, Carter Faith, and Creed.
- Festival organizers said the move protects show quality, reiterated a goal of bringing people together through music, and added, "Loving America isn't political; it's who we are."
- The tour remains slated to start May 1–2 in Bellville, Texas, with additional stops planned in Georgia, South Dakota, Kentucky, Michigan, Florida, and New York.
- Local officials noted past Anderson editions drew tens of thousands and generated a multimillion-dollar impact; ticket holders can transfer to another stop with a $50 merchandise voucher or request a refund.