US Army speaks out after military helicopter seen hovering outside Kid Rock's window
An investigation into why a military chopper was flying outside Kid Rock's house is underway.
It comes after a viral video shows the American singer saluting a AH64 Apache hovering around his back garden just before a second appears.
Footage then shows the Donald Trump supporter, whose real name is Robert Ritchie, clapping next to a replica of the Statue of Liberty as the aircraft floats nearby his infinity pool.
"God Bless America and all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to defend her," the 55-year-old wrote alongside the video on Instagram.
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In another clip, Rock pumps up his fist before a second AH64 appears to fly by his 'Southern White House' mansion.
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US Army investigation underway
The US Army say it is aware of official helicopters 'operating in the vicinity of a private residence in the Nashville area'.
Army Maj. Jonathon Bless, the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Public Affairs Officer, told The National News Desk that 'an administrative review is underway to assess the mission and verify compliance with regulations and airspace requirements'.
"Army aviators must adhere to strict safety standards, professionalism, and established flight regulations," Bless said.
"Appropriate action will be taken if any violations are found."
Bless added to The Hill that the helicopters were in the area 'for training purposes' and it had nothing to do with the 'No Kings' protest on Saturday.
"Any association with the No Kings Rally also happening in Nashville that day is entirely coincidental," he said.
The protest against the Trump administration took place in cities across the US over the weekend.
"Trump wants to rule over us as a tyrant. But this is America, and power belongs to the people - not to wannabe kings or their billionaire cronies," organisers said.
A White House spokesperson, meanwhile, called the protests 'Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions' and insisted that the only people who care 'are the reporters who are paid to cover them'.
Kid Rock slams Live Nation's settlement
Rock - who testified at hearing on concert ticket fees in January - criticised Live Nation's recent settlement with the Justice Department.
The American company, which owns Ticketmaster, reached a shock settlement just a week into its antitrust trial.
Court documents showed that an employee bragged about overcharging and 'taking advantage' of concert goers on Slack.
“I don’t understand why they would negotiate a settlement," Rock said to the New York Times about how the settlement is a win for Live Nation.
“Why not just let it see its course? Let’s see what 12 people decide.”
Live Nation told LADbible in a statement: "The Slack exchange from one junior staffer to a friend absolutely does not reflect our values or how we operate.
"Because this was a private Slack message, leadership learned of this when the public did, and are promptly looking into the matter.
"Our business only works when fans have great experiences, which is why we've capped amphitheater venue fees at 15 percent and have invested $1 billion in the last 18 months into US venues and fan amenities."
Anish Vij