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Alanis Morissette has announced her first-ever holiday album, 'Good Weather for Immaculate Conception,' set for release on November 6. The 14-track project features two original songs and collaborations with Brandi Carlile, Steve Martin, and Martin Short. The lead single, a cover of 'Beautiful Star of Bethlehem,' was released on October 9.
Alanis Morissette has filed a California lawsuit accusing her former tour manager, Keren Urinov, of a blackmail campaign tied to drug-trafficking allegations. The filing says Urinov threatened to report the trafficking unless Morissette hired her for 15 years and paid fees, including roughly $75,000; Morissette seeks damages, a jury trial, and penalties after a hotel booking reportedly cost $70,000.
Olivia Rodrigo headlined the all‑female Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, wearing a coquettish white lace mini dress and daisies in her hair, and performed with guest stars Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morissette; the festival, which supports women-focused nonprofits, highlighted women in music and reportedly raised over $10 million.
Alanis Morissette has filed a lawsuit accusing her former tour manager, Keren Urinov, of a calculated blackmail campaign, extortion, and poor management, including coercive contract demands and visa pressure; the roundup also notes plans to rename Nashville International Airport in Dolly Parton’s honor, Tom Hardy guest-rap with Czarface, and a 70mm concert-film from David Byrne directed by Brady Corbet.
Alanis Morissette filed a lawsuit accusing her former tour manager, Keren Urinov, of a calculated blackmail campaign to force her to hire Urinov as a tour director for 15 years with a large salary, including threats to report Morissette for drug trafficking after Urinov’s bag was seized for marijuana and xylazine; Morissette seeks civil extortion, fraud and negligent misrepresentation damages of more than $75,000 and a jury trial, while Urinov denies the allegations and has a separate UK defamation/misuse of private information claim against Morissette.
Alanis Morissette has filed a federal lawsuit accusing her former tour manager of civil extortion, fraud and negligent misrepresentation, alleging she threatened to falsely implicate Morissette in drug possession unless she was hired under a 15-year contract with lucrative terms; the case centers on a 2025 UK airport incident where the manager was detained with Morissette’s group and allegedly claimed the drugs belonged to her. Morissette seeks a jury trial and more than $75,000 in compensatory damages plus punitive damages.
Daisy Chain Fields Festival 2026 in Irvine showcased a cross‑generational lineup (Olivia Rodrigo joined by Alanis Morissette and Stevie Nicks, with Sarah McLachlan topping the nostalgic moments) while attendees endured scorching weather, long merch queues, and a two‑hour wait for food that cost around $27 for chicken fingers. Two young correspondents and their families share the vibe, noting the festival’s strong sense of community and advocacy for women and girls, the Lilith Fair‑era throwbacks, and standout performances, even as logistical hiccups like lines and crowd load persisted.
Olivia Rodrigo headlined the Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine with a star-studded all-female lineup spanning ’90s icons to contemporary stars, featuring guests Alanis Morissette, Sarah McLachlan and Stevie Nicks, and closing with a collaborative take on ‘Landslide’ that underscored a new era for women in pop and hinted at a return edition in 2027.
Olivia Rodrigo headlined the Lilith Fair–inspired Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, with surprise guests including Stevie Nicks for a Landslide duet, Alanis Morissette for a duet of Ironic, and Sarah McLachlan for Building a Mystery and Angel. The event showcased a star-studded lineup and raised $20 million for women-focused nonprofits, split as $10 million from ticket sales plus a $10 million donation match from Melinda Gates.
Olivia Rodrigo headlined the Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, bringing onstage her heroes Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan, and Alanis Morissette for duets of Building a Mystery, Angel, Landslide and Ironic. The all-women festival, inspired by Lilith Fair, also donated $10 million to nonprofits supporting women and girls.
Canada kicked off the 2026 World Cup in Toronto with a star-studded opening ceremony led by Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé, ahead of the hosts’ game against Bosnia and Herzegovina, as the 48-team tournament unfolds across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The ceremony highlighted Canada’s communities with performances from artists such as Alessia Cara and Elyanna, while the US match in Los Angeles featured Katy Perry and Future. The event follows an opening in Mexico City and precedes a closing ceremony planned for MetLife Stadium, with headliners including Coldplay, Madonna and Shakira. Political attendance was limited, with no Trump or Canadian PM at the openings, and organizers emphasized the global, diverse nature of the host nation.
Taylor Swift arrived at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala in New York on June 11, 2026, becoming the youngest female inductee in the Hall’s history, as she joined fellow honorees Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins, Christopher “Tricky” Stewart, Terry Britten, Graham Lyle and Walter Afanasieff for a star-studded celebration of songwriting.
Taylor Swift becomes the youngest-ever woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, joining Alanis Morissette in the 2026 class alongside Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Kenny Loggins, Tricky Stewart, Walter Afanasieff, and Terry Britten & Graham Lyle; Swift selected five songs for consideration (All Too Well (10 Minute Version), Blank Space, Anti-Hero, Love Story, The Last Great American Dynasty); induction will take place June 11 in New York City.
Taylor Swift has become the youngest-ever inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36, joining a 2026 class that also includes Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette, Terry Britten and Graham Lyle, Kenny Loggins, and Walter Afanasieff. The piece highlights Stewart’s work on Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” and Rihanna’s “Umbrella,” Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill era, Britten and Lyle’s Tina Turner hits, Loggins’ soundtrack legacy, and Afanasieff’s collaborations on Mariah Carey’s “Hero” and “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” It also notes Swift’s prolific output since a 14-year-old publishing deal—69 Top 10 songs with 13 No. 1s—and her habit of writing songs overnight, per CBS.
Taylor Swift was named to the Songwriters Hall of Fame's 2026 class, becoming the youngest inductee in the institution's history. She joins notable writers including Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins, with other honorees such as Christopher 'Tricky' Stewart, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of Kiss, and Walter Afanasieff among the lineup. The ceremony is scheduled for June 11 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City and will not be open to the public. The organization highlighted key songs from each inductee's catalog, and eligible voters must cast ballots by December 4.