Olivia Rodrigo’s all‑female festival sparks backlash after drummer’s sharp remark
Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women charity festival in Irvine featuring an all‑star lineup including Stevie Nicks and Bikini Kill, with Rodrigo also set to perform. A TikTok comment by Cigarettes After Sex drummer Jacob Tomsky saying the band wouldn’t be there sparked fan backlash and accusations of misogyny; Tomsky later said the band would not be performing. Frontman Greg Gonzalez distanced himself from the remark, while Rodrigo has yet to respond publicly. The festival aims to benefit charities for women and girls and continues to generate debate about inclusivity in festival lineups.