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Updated · NME · Jul 22
Olivia Rodrigo Backs 10 Rights Groups at Aug. 29 Festival, Calls Abortion Bans Pro-Control
Updated
Updated · NME · Jul 22

Olivia Rodrigo Backs 10 Rights Groups at Aug. 29 Festival, Calls Abortion Bans Pro-Control

3 articles · Updated · NME · Jul 22

Summary

  • Olivia Rodrigo used a new discussion with the Center for Reproductive Rights to argue abortion bans are “pro-control,” not “pro-life,” ahead of her Aug. 29 Daisy Chain Fields Festival in Irvine, California.
  • The conversation with CEO Nancy Northup and legal experts focused on the fallout from the 2022 Dobbs ruling, high maternal mortality in restrictive states and the Amanda Zurawski case.
  • 10 nonprofit partners, including the Center for Reproductive Rights, will appear on-site at the one-day festival, which will pair an all-female lineup with fundraising and awareness efforts for women’s rights.
  • Rodrigo has made reproductive rights a recurring cause since 2022, later launching a fund tied to Guts tour ticket proceeds and drawing backlash in Missouri over contraceptive kits distributed at shows.

Insights

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Daisy Chain Fields 2026: Olivia Rodrigo’s Advocacy-Driven Music Festival Draws 40,000 for Women’s Rights

Overview

The Daisy Chain Fields festival, led by Olivia Rodrigo, will debut on August 29, 2026, at Great Park in Irvine. This one-day event is expected to draw around 40,000 people and serves as a vibrant platform for music, community, and important conversations. The festival’s vision centers on supporting women, children, and families, aligning with organizations like the Center for Indigenous Health. Its musical program highlights female talent and diverse artistic voices, reinforcing a strong commitment to advocacy and empowerment. Daisy Chain Fields aims to inspire connection and action, making it more than just a music festival.

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