KATSEYE Drops Out of Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Festival After Megan Sprains Ankle: ‘We’re So Incredibly Sorry’
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KATSEYE have withdrawn from Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival after Megan sprained her ankle during tour rehearsals and was advised by doctors to rest. The group apologised to fans and said prioritising her recovery would help ensure they are ready for their forthcoming tour; alt-pop singer-songwriter Devon Again will now perform instead.
The inaugural festival is due to take place in Irvine, California, with Rodrigo leading an all-women line-up including Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and Sarah McLachlan. Its proceeds will support charities for women and girls, including Planned Parenthood and the Center for Reproductive Rights; KATSEYE’s absence follows recent mental-health-related hiatuses by members Manon and Sophia.
- KATSEYE withdrew after Megan sprained her ankle.
- Devon Again replaces the group at the festival.
- Festival proceeds support charities for women and girls.
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KATSEYE are a multinational pop group created through the 2023 reality series The Debut: Dream Academy. The six members are Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia and Yoonchae, and the group have released songs including Touch and Gnarly.
Olivia Rodrigo is a US singer-songwriter known for albums such as Sour and Guts. Daisy Chain Fields is a new music festival she is leading in Irvine, California, with a line-up of female artists from different generations and styles.
The event is also intended to raise money for organisations supporting women and girls’ rights and health. A replacement performer has been announced for KATSEYE’s slot while the group prepares for its upcoming tour.
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KATSEYE have withdrawn from Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Festival in Irvine, California, after member Megan Skiendiel sprained her ankle during tour rehearsals. The group said medical advice was for her to avoid putting weight on the injury while it heals, with the decision intended to protect preparations for their forthcoming tour.
In a message to supporters, KATSEYE apologised to people who had planned to attend and said they had been looking forward to an event centred on music, community and support for women and girls. They also sent good wishes to Rodrigo, the other performers, charities and volunteers involved in staging the festival.
The inaugural one-day festival is led by Rodrigo and presents an all-women bill, with proceeds directed to organisations serving women and girls. Both reports name artists including Chappell Roan, Doechii, Rachel Chinouriri and The Breeders, alongside special guests Stevie Nicks, Karen O and Sarah McLachlan.
KATSEYE’s absence follows other reported disruptions to the group’s year. Source 1 notes earlier breaks from group activity by Manon and Sophia for mental-health reasons, leaving four active members at the time of the withdrawal. Festival organisers said Megan was recovering and wished her a speedy recovery; Source 1 reports that Devon Again will take KATSEYE’s place.
Where outlets differ
Source 1 says KATSEYE’s statement appeared on Instagram Stories, while Source 2 says it was posted on Weverse.
Source 1 focuses on Devon Again as the replacement and on KATSEYE’s earlier member hiatuses; Source 2 does not mention either point.
Source 2 adds that the festival sold out within 30 minutes, that performers will not be paid, and lists a broader set of beneficiary organisations.
The lineup details are not identical: Source 2 includes Bikini Kill, Mitski, Not for Radio, Quiet Light and Santigold, whereas Source 1 highlights Garbage and gives a shorter artist list.
Source 1 identifies Planned Parenthood and the Center for Reproductive Rights among the beneficiaries; Source 2 provides a longer list of organisations.
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