Pop singer Olivia Rodrigo is expanding her artistic ventures with the launch of a music festival, alongside promoting her latest album, “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.” She announced Daisy Chain Fields, a festival with an all-female lineup, scheduled for August 29 in Irvine, California.
The lineup is impressive, featuring performances from Rodrigo herself, surrounded by acts such as Garbage, The Breeders, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Bikini Kill, KATSEYE, Mitski, and Santigold. The event will also host special performances by renowned artists Sarah McLachlan and Stevie Nicks, as well as Karen O, the frontwoman of Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
In a statement to Newsweek, Rodrigo emphasized the festival’s core values of joy, community, and creativity as drivers for positive change. She expressed excitement for celebrating the diverse talent of women involved and acknowledged gratitude towards partnering organizations that contributed to the festival’s creation.
“By bringing together women in music and organizations helping shape a better future for women and girls, I hope we can build a community that inspires hope and positive change,” Rodrigo stated.
Proceeds from the festival will benefit nonprofit groups focused on empowering women and girls. Further information is available on the official website of Daisy Chain Fields.
Rodrigo’s latest album continues to receive attention. According to Rolling Stone, the album offers a complex emotional journey. Audio Ink Radio highlights Rodrigo’s growth, noting that this project exemplifies her evolution as an artist who has found her own voice.