KATSEYE leaves Olivia Rodrigo festival due to injury
The spirit of community and celebration was set to shine bright at the inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival, an event organized by Olivia Rodrigo. Scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29, the one-day event will take place at the beautiful Great Park in Irvine, California, bringing together a dynamic line-up of women and female-fronted artists across two stages.
The festival isn’t just a concert; it’s a vibrant celebration of connection, featuring a remarkable mix of talent including Chappell Roan, Bikini Kill, Doechii, Garbage, Mitski, The Breeders, Santigold, Rachel Chinouriri, Die Spitz, Eli, Not For Radio, and Quiet Light. The event is further enhanced by special guests such as Karen O, Sarah McLachlan, and Stevie Nicks.
Beyond the music, Daisy Chain Fields is deeply rooted in a mission of social change. The festival features non-profit and community-focused organizations, dedicating proceeds to groups dedicated to supporting and advocating for women and girls. Partners include organizations like Baby2Baby, Black Mamas Matter Alliance, the Center For Reproductive Rights, FreeFrom, Johns Hopkins Center For Indigenous Health, the National Women’s Law Center, and Planned Parenthood. The event also incorporates educational resources, community art experiences, local vendors, and immersive installations focused on topics such as reproductive rights, maternal health, economic empowerment, domestic violence prevention, and gender equity.
Amidst the excitement, there has been a slight adjustment to the lineup. The girl group KATSEYE, who were originally slated to perform, have unfortunately had to pull out due to an injury sustained by one of their members during rehearsals. Megan Skiendiel sprained her ankle, and doctors have advised her to rest to ensure a full recovery before their upcoming tour.
The group, which already has two members on hiatus—Manon Bannerman and Sophia Laforteza—have made it clear that their focus must remain on their well-being. They expressed their disappointment but sent heartfelt wishes to Olivia Rodrigo and all the incredible artists and volunteers who made the day special, emphasizing the festival’s mission of joy and community.
To ensure a seamless and wonderful experience, performances at Daisy Chain Fields will alternate between the Dandelion and Marigold stages throughout the day, ensuring that none of the 14 scheduled sets overlap. Fans can check the detailed stage times to experience the full tapestry of the day.
The festival serves as a beautiful reminder of the power of connection, mirroring Olivia Rodrigo’s own philosophy regarding the concept of community. Speaking about the event, Rodrigo shared that when she imagined it, she envisioned girls sitting under a tree, making daisy chains or flower crowns, seeing themselves as individual links in a chain that is larger than themselves. This vision perfectly encapsulates the ethos of Daisy Chain Fields: that we are all connected, creating a chain of support and shared experience.
As the festival concludes, Olivia Rodrigo is gearing up for her next major chapter, set to launch her huge ‘Unraveled’ world tour. The event remains a powerful intersection of music, empowerment, and community, offering a vibrant platform for joy and meaningful conversations.
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