Command Performance

℠2014 - Michael and Kevin Bacon talk with TPC about their music, acting and troops support efforts. Features "Get a Little" and "36 Cents."

Megan Jean & The Klay Family Band perform "The Dead Show" from their new album in this exclusive performance for the Pentagon Channel. Also available in high definition.

Megan Jean and Byrne Klay talk about their unique sound and perform the song "The Dead Show" from their new album. Also available in High Definition.

British tenor Russell Watkins talks about his July Fourth appearance with U.S. Olympians in Washington, DC and an impromptu performance for servicemembers at the U.S. Capitol.

Country artist Luke Bryan talks about his music and hopes for a USO tour before his Military Appreciation Day concert at the PGA PLAYERS Tournament.

Band members talk with the Pentagon Channel about their music and interest in entertaining troops downrange. Available in high definition.

Country performer Eric Church talks about his music, his Grammy nomination and the possibility of a USO tour.

Country performer Josh Gracin talks about balancing his time in the Marine Corps with appearances on American Idol and what's next for his music.

Country performer Josh Gracin performs an acoustic version of his latest single, "Can't Say Goodbye" for the Pentagon Channel.

Take a look from the behind the scenes as our Command Performance crew shoots video and stills of Josh Gracin's exclusive acoustic performance of "Can't Say Goodbye."

Country music artist Rodney Atkins talks about performing for troops and his involvement with the Thank You Movement, which aims to send thank you cards to troops around the world.

Country performer Brad Paisley puts on a free concert aboard Naval Station Mayport, FL. And, he talks about his efforts to keep deployed troops connected to their friends and family on the home front. Available in high definition.

Band members talk about their current tour and launch a social media campaign where you can ask them to launch a tour for the troops. Available in high definition.

Band co-founder Gerald Casale talks about Devo's music and groundbreaking performances.

Members of the Grammy-winning gospel group talk about their music and the group's history back to the 1940s.

Band members talk about their music and touring and give a shout out to troops around the world.

Bandmember Daniel Layus talks about Augustana's music and their performance for troops at Guantanamo Bay Naval Base.

Daniel Layus of Augustana performs an acoustic version of the band's song "Shot in the Dark" exclusively for the Pentagon Channel.

British singer James Blunt talks about his music and his time as a British military officer -- including a stint guarding the Queen.

The brother and sister duo talk about their bluegrass roots and troop charities they support.

Band members talk about their latest album and music video which features home videos of troops returning from deployment.

Country singer-songwriter Darius Rucker talks about how life inspires his music and his transition to country music since Hootie and the Blowfish.

Band members talk about coming under fire while entertaining troops downrange.

Country music artist Wynonna talks about her involvement in the Yellow Ribbon Program and other troop support efforts.

Mongomery Gentry talk about their work with the Yellow Ribbon Project to help veterans pay the cost of a college education.

Country music legend Charlie Daniels talks about his troop support efforts.

Bandmembers talk about the troop support program tied into their concerts and they invite our Pentagon Channel reporter on stage with them during a concert in Houston.

The country performer talks about his music and USO tours.

Band members talk about their next album and their stage show -- including cooking pancakes in the middle of a set.

Members of Reel Big Fish discuss their genre of Ska music, give a impromptu ska-dance lesson and talk about the benefits of dropping their record label.

The Grascals park their tour bus outside Pentagon Channel Headquarters to talk about their new CD, similarities in Navy racks and tour bus beds and their song inspired by the brave children of St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Bluegrass Band, the Grascals, perform "Louisiana Saturday Night" in their tour bus outside Penagon Channel headquarters for the troops downrange.

GWAR frontman Oderus Urungus talks with the Pentagon Channel about weapons, battle and their interest in doing a USO tour. They also deliver a tongue-in-cheek message to the troops.

The Pentagon Channel asked GWAR's frontman Oderus Urungus to play an acoustic song for the troops. This is what we got.

Singer Rockie Lynne discusses his troop support efforts and how they inspired his latest CD.

Hip-hop performer Ludacris talks about entertaining the troops.

Country performer Josh Thompson talks about his new album and shows off a military memento from his late father.

Country singer Josh Thompson performs an acoustic version of his song "Way Out Here" for the Pentagon Channel.

Phil Lebonte talks about the band's new CD and his time serving in the Marine Corps.

Country singer Colt Ford performs an acoustic version of his song "Chicken and Biscuits" for the Pentagon Channel.

Colt Ford expresses his desire to go on a USO tour and discusses his music video parody of the Twilight series. The Pentagon Channel asks Ford if he's on Team Jacob or Team Edward. This Command Performance showcases "Chicken and Biscuits", "Mr. Goodtime" and "There's No Trash in my Trailer".

James Otto performs his hit single, "Just Got Started Loving You," at the Pentagon Channel

James Otto performs his new single, "Soldiers and Jesus," at the Pentagon Channel.

Country performer James Otto talks about his military connections and performs songs at the Pentagon Channel.

Band member M. Shadows talks about the band's planned USO tour of Iraq and Kuwait.

The Zac Brown Band's music video for their single "Free" featuring footage from their USO tour in Afghanistan.

Members of the Zac Brown Band discuss their recent USO tour where they filmed their music video "Free". Plus, Zac Brown prepares a home-cooked meal for his fans.

Band members talk about touring 50 states in 5 months and entertaining the troops.

Band members talk about a life-threatening experience while entertaining troops overseas.

Country musician Randy Houser offers an accoustic performance of "Anything Goes" for the Pentagon Channel.

Country musician Randy Houser talks about entertaining troops at forward operating bases during a recent USO tour.

Chely Wright performs an acoustic version of her new single "Broken" for the Pentagon Channel.

Country performer Chely Wright talks about her family ties to the military, playing "Taps" at her grandfather's funeral and her tours to entertain troops.

Band members talk about their new album and entertaining the troops overseas. Features video clips from "Karma" and "The End is Coming."

Members of the pop-punk band discuss their music, new album and their support for the troops.

Band members talk about their music, touring and their unique connection to a Pearl Harbor survivor.

This half-hour special features interviews with artists including Vince Gill, Los Lonely Boys, Straight No Chaser and Chris Botti.

Members of the Boston-based, Irish punk rock band talk about their new live album and DVD - "Live on Lansdowne" - adventure and mishaps while touring, and their support for the troops.

Band members talk about their music, touring and family connections with the military.

Features Alice in Chains, All American Rejects, Cat Power, Deertick and more favorite episodes.

Band members talk about surfing at Camp Pendleton and how fans in the military have inspired them.

Bandmembers talk about recording the music video for their song "18 Days" aboard USS Hornet and about the musical influences that shaped their style.

Special performances for the troops by artists including Papa Roach, Switchfoot, Kellie Pickler and more.

The three brothers from Texas talk about their unique "Texican" style and about performing for the troops downrange.

Band members talk about performing for the troops and give a sample of an acoustical performance coming soon to the Command Performance Web page.

Rocker Kid Rock talks about playing to hometown fans and deployed troops during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel in Las Vegas

Alice in Chains band members discuss entertaining wounded warriors and the Vietnam War influences of their song "Rooster."

Half hour special featuring conversations with JET, Weezer, The Bravery and Franz Ferdinand along with highlights from our summer episodes.

Brothers Patrick and Nathan Meese talk about their music and current tour opening for "Our Lady Peace."

Chickenfoot, a supergroup made up of former Van Halen members Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, solo artist Joe Satriani and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith talk about the band.

Band members talk about their music and the band's involvement with the War Child organization.

Kristian Bush of Sugarland talks about Sugarland's music and quick rise to fame during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

The Austrailian country musician talks about his current tour and his music in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Kim Cameron and Side FX talk about their music and potentially performing for the troops.

O.A.R. band members talk about how a USO tour and friends in the military have shaped their music.

Metal rockers Queensryche talk about "American Soldier" - their concept album about war from the perspective of front line troops from World War II to the present.

Incubus band members Brandon Boyd and Ben Kenney talk about their next album and about providing free concert tickets to wounded warriors.

Sugar Ray frontman Mark McGrath talks about his music and his visit with wounded warriors.

Vince Gill talks with Petty Officer Liz Murray about performing live and why supporting military members is so important to him.

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen and his wife Lauren Monroe talk about the current tour, and their Raven Drum Foundation,helping veterans, their families & others through recovery from trauma.

The Scottish born singer showcases his songs "Candy" and "Jenny Don't be Hasty" during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel

Country singer Chuck Wicks talks about his music and appearance on "Dancing with the Stars" during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel in Nashville.

Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and Tom Hamilton reflect on 40 years in the music industry -- a time spanning 8-Track tapes to "Guitar Hero" -- during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Rhode Island rockers Deer Tick talk about their mix of grunge, country and rockabilly and about family connections to the military in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Country star Kellie Pickler talks about her music, what special meaning for the troops the star tattoos on her arm have and about her upcoming USO tour.

Lead singers for Staind, Shinedown, Halestorm and Chevelle talk about the Stimulate This! Tour -- and past tours to entertain the troops.

The five Irish women of Celtic Woman talk about their song "O, America" as a gift for their adopted country and offer it as a free download to military members.

Upbeat pop singer Eric Hutchinson stops off from his tour to visit the Pentagon Channel studios to chat about his music and even play some of it for us.

Rising stars and established country artists talk about their music and military ties in a special edition of Command Performance.

Bandmembers of the Presidents of the United States of America talk about their music and touring -- and show off Ninja moves -- during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Hip hop artist Flo Rida talks to the Pentagon Channel about his music and his recent trip to Africa.

Members of The National showcase their songs "Apartment Story" and "Mistaken for Strangers" during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Members of This Providence discuss touring and their song "Letdown" in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Members of The Crystal Method talk about their music used by the Air Force Thunderbirds and desire to do an overseas performance for the troops.

James Mercer of The Shins talks about experiences gained growing us as an Air Force brat and about his music in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Chris Cornell, the driving force behind Soundgarden and Audioslave, talks about his new solo album and about music therapy in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Band members Nick Wheeler and Mike Kennerty discuss touring, induction into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and their music during a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Country star Gretchen Wilson showcases "Redneck Woman" and talks about testifying to the U.S. Senate on the importance of adult and continuing education.

Country musician Toby Keith talks about launching his seventh USO Tour and what it's like playing for the troops in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Disturbed Frontman Dave Draiman discusses the band's latest tour, the "Bootleg Series" of downloads and suicide prevention in a conversation with the Pentagon Channel.

Singer Jason Mraz discusses life on the road and his music with the Pentagon Channel.

Outlaw country musician and combat veteran Stephen Cochran discusses his music, performing for troops and being injured while serving as a Marine in Afghanistan.

Members of The Killers talk about their latest album, featuring the songs "Human" and "Spaceman" and discuss their involvement with a charity supporting military families.

Indie blues-rocker Cat Power (Chan Marshall) showcases a performance of "House of the Rising Sun," her "Living in Bars" video and talks about overcoming adversity in her life.

American Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys discuss their songs "State of Massachusetts" and "Last Letter Home" and talk about performing at the funeral of a servicemember killed in Iraq.

Chris Botti discusses the making of his latest album and talks about life on the road.

Bandmembers of 3 Doors Down discuss their song "Citizen Soldier" and experience entertaining the troops.