Musicians react to President Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris being sworn in
Joseph R. Biden, Jr. took the oath of office as President Of The United States in the nation’s Capitol today, January 20, alongside Kamala Harris who will serve as Vice President.
According to NBC News, the Inauguration ceremony is socially distanced with masks required.
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Some of those who were invited decided not to attend due to security concerns following the Capitol riots that occurred mere weeks ago on Jan. 6. Reporters are wearing bulletproof vests while reporting from the ground according to NBC News.
Michelle and Barack Obama, Bill and Hillary Clinton, now-former VP Mike Pence, a handful of Supreme Court justices and more are among the guests. The Trump family is not in attendance and retreated to Mar-a-Lago this morning.
The day ahead is full of inaugural events, including a primetime concert featuring performances from Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato and more starting at 8:30 p.m. EST.
Biden and Harris took their oaths around noon today. Additionally, Lady Gaga performed the National Anthem, Jennifer Lopez sang “This Land Is Your Land” and Amanda Gorman, an American poet, shared a moving original piece during the ceremony.
During his first speech as president, Biden called for unity and emphasized that he will work just as hard for those who do not support him as much as those who do support him.
Several musicians have watched in shock and disgust at the now-former president, Donald Trump, and his regressive policies and actions and celebrate a new administration. Here is how the rock community is reacting to today’s transition of power.
Tegan and Sara are pouring one out for Trump being gone.
— Tegan and Sara (@teganandsara) January 20, 2021
Laura Jane Grace is just sitting back to fully zone in on the Inauguration today.
Completely worthless today. Just going to sit on my couch and watch the inauguration
— Laura Jane Grace (@LauraJaneGrace) January 20, 2021
Geoff Rickly of Thursday made us “LOL” with this one.
Big 2013 Mayan Calendar Energy
— Geoffrey Rickly (@GeoffRickly) January 20, 2021
YUNGBLUD shared his excitement noting that he feels hopeful and that “democracy wins.” He also is stoked to see the first female VP.
today democracy wins. congratulations @JoeBiden @KamalaHarris i am hopeful and cannot wait to see what you achieve. 🖤🧷🖤
— YUNGBLUD is a lowlife (@yungblud) January 20, 2021
a beautiful speech resonating the unity we crave for every single one of us no matter what we may believe. optimistic, brave and uniting people with love. also the first female to be elected into office! WHAT A DAY! 🖤#InaugurationDay
— YUNGBLUD is a lowlife (@yungblud) January 20, 2021
Justin Sane of Anti-Flag wants you to blast “YOU’RE FIRED” in celebration of Trump out of office.
https://twitter.com/justinsanesolo/status/1351904753534586882?s=20
https://twitter.com/justinsanesolo/status/1351895823517425666?s=20
Enter Shikari‘s Rou Reynolds discussed how Trump and Biden will definitely not be the same. Not one bit.
Those that said:
"Biden isn’t gonna be any better than Trump”
“They’re all the same"
No, I doubt Biden will change the fundamentals of the neoliberal hegemony (the effects of which gave rise to Trump) But this is undoubtedly a strong start
You were wrong https://t.co/75Sg5HksEA
— ʀ⎊ᴜ ʀᴇʏɴ⎊ (@RouReynolds) January 20, 2021
Spose noted what we lost and what we didn’t. Fortunately, we are saying “Bye Don.”
almost lost our whole democracy and definitely lost 400,000 Americans, but here we are #byedon #seeya
— Spose (@spizzyspose) January 20, 2021
Jake Bowen of Periphery said it plain and simple. It’s important to continue to be active with voting and holding representatives accountable.
Well, that sucked.
— Jake Bowen (@JakePeriphery) January 20, 2021
You still have to register to vote, vote in every election you can, don’t let that bullshit ever happen again USA.
— Jake Bowen (@JakePeriphery) January 20, 2021
Bebe Rexha shared how she’s excited to see the historic day in terms of Kamala Harris becoming the first female VP in the nation.
Kamala Harris becomes the first female VP in US history today. It’s only been 100 years since we’ve been allowed to vote. It’s been 49 years since we have been granted equal rights. And just in the last years women have been telling their truths and standing strong together.
— Bebe Rexha (@BebeRexha) January 20, 2021
Best Ex said “Bye Felicia.”
https://twitter.com/CandyHeartsBand/status/1351893731104927748?s=20
Riley Breckenridge of Thrice coined our new favorite term: Apex Poser.
Feels awfully nice not having an Apex Poser in the White House anymore.
— Riley Breckenridge (@rileybreck) January 20, 2021
Cassadee Pope, formerly of Hey Monday, feels lots of hope after seeing the events unfold this morning.
Hope: My word of the day and the feeling with which I’m overcome. This country has a lot of work to do still but I truly believe we’re off to the right start. #inauguration 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/tWHkepDBsB
— Cassadee Pope (@CassadeePope) January 20, 2021