Festivals
Sea.Hear.Now Festival Returns To Asbury Park With Blockbuster 2024 Lineup Feat. Noah Kahan, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, And More
Sea.Hear.Now Festival is set to make waves once again as it returns to Asbury Park’s iconic North Beach and Bradley Park on September 14 and 15, 2024. Entering its sixth year, the festival continues its tradition of blending world-class music, art, and surf culture against the stunning Jersey Shore backdrop. This year’s edition will be headlined by folk-pop sensation Noah Kahan and New Jersey’s own Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, with a powerhouse lineup of 27 additional artists spanning rock, pop, R&B, hip-hop, jam, and beyond.
“Noah Kahan and Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band represent two different generations of artists who have the power to unite music lovers of all kinds,” said festival co-founder Danny Clinch. “Bringing Bruce back to Asbury Park is truly special, and having Noah join us for the first time is just as exciting.”
Kahan will make his Sea.Hear.Now debut on Saturday, September 14, closing out a day featuring the recently reunited Black Crowes, genre-blending rap-rockers 311, and alternative-roots mainstays The Revivalists. Other Saturday standouts include The Hives, Grace Potter, Sierra Ferrell, Peaches, and Guster, promising a full day of diverse, high-energy performances.
Sunday’s finale will be nothing short of historic, as Bruce Springsteen returns to the city where his legendary career began. The Boss and his E Street Band will cap off a day that also includes performances by fellow New Jersey rockers The Gaslight Anthem, nine-time Grammy winner Norah Jones, and jam icon Trey Anastasio Band. Joining them are Kool & the Gang, Action Bronson, Gogol Bordello, Joy Oladokun, and Eggy, ensuring an unforgettable close to the festival.
“Sea.Hear.Now is more than just a festival—it’s a celebration of the vibrant culture of Asbury Park,” said Clinch. “With an incredible lineup and the return of some festival favorites, we’re gearing up for our biggest year yet.”
Beyond the music, Sea.Hear.Now’s commitment to surf culture continues with its signature professional surf competition. Attendees will witness top surfers—including Balaram Stack, Cam Richards, Cassidy McClain, and Will Skudin—take on the Atlantic waves. Additionally, the festival’s beloved Stoke Henge art installation will return, showcasing work from local creatives and honoring legendary surf photographer Dick “Mez” Meseroll.
Presale for 2-Day, GA+, and VIP passes opens Thursday, March 7, at 10 a.m. ET. Fans can secure early access by signing up for a presale passcode now at seahearnowfestival.com.
Festivals
Olivia Rodrigo Announces New Music Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Featuring All-Women Lineup
Today, GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a new music festival bringing together women in music to support and uplift women and girls. The festival will celebrate the power of collective experiences to inspire new ideas, deepen understanding, and drive action. Taking place August 29 at Great Park in Irvine, California, the single-day event will bring together an all-women lineup of groundbreaking artists, women- and girls-focused nonprofit organizations, and a community rooted in creativity, connection, and collective impact. Net proceeds from the festival will benefit non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing and advocating for women and girls.
The festival’s lineup features Bikini Kill, Chappell Roan, Die Spitz, Doechii, Eli, Garbage, KATSEYE, Mistki, Not For Radio, Olivia Rodrigo, Quiet Light, Rachel Chinouriri, Santigold, and The Breeders, all across two stages, along with special guests Karen O, Sarah McLachlan and Stevie Nicks.
“Daisy Chain Fields is built on the belief that joy, community, and creativity can inspire meaningful change,” says Rodrigo. “I’m so excited to celebrate this incredible lineup of women, and I’m grateful to all of our partners in helping us make this festival come to life. By bringing together women in music and organizations helping shape a better future for women and girls, I hope we can build a community that inspires hope and positive change.” See Rodrigo’s full mission statement for the festival at daisychainfields.com.
Beyond the music, Daisy Chain Fields will feature nonprofit activations, educational resources, community art experiences, local vendors, fan pop-ups, and immersive installations designed to foster connection and engagement. Festival attendees will have opportunities to learn about and support organizations working across reproductive rights, maternal health, economic empowerment, domestic violence prevention, and gender equity.
Some of the organizations Daisy Chain Fields is partnering with include:
- Baby2Baby
- Black Mamas Matter Alliance
- Center for Reproductive Rights
- FreeFrom
- Jhpiego
- Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health
- National Domestic Workers Alliance
- National Institute for Reproductive Health
- National Women’s Law Center
- Planned Parenthood
For more information on the organizations, head to daisychainfields.com.
TICKETS: The Festival Presale begins Wednesday, June 24 at 10am PT. Fans can sign up for a presale passcode via SMS or email at daisychainfields.comnow through June 24.
All tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Please check the festival website and social media for more news. For any additional ticket information please visit support.daisychainfields.com.
The festival announcement follows the release of Rodrigo’s third studio album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love out now via Geffen Records – listen/buy here. The new album is the biggest solo debut of 2026, with 485,000 units sold in the first week. The first single released from the album “drop dead”, made Rodrigo the first person ever to debut the first 3 singles off their first 3 albums at #1. Listen/watch here. The second single released from the album, “the cure” also hit #1 on several Billboard charts including the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, Hot Alternative Songs, and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. Listen/watch here. Rodrigo also released the official music video for new track “stupid song”. Directed by Mitch Ryan and shot in New York City, the video was choreographed by and features Prima Ballerina Tiler Peck and other dancers from the NYC Ballet and American Ballet Theater – watch here. Limited-edition merchandise, curated collectibles, vinyl and more are available now.
Daisy Chain Fields is produced by C3 Presents and Live Nation.
Festivals
LASSO Montréal 2026 Reveals Daily Schedule for Fifth Anniversary Festival
The countdown to LASSO Montréal 2026 is on. With less than two months to go before the festival returns to Parc Jean-Drapeau on August 15 and 16, organizers have unveiled the full daily schedule for the event’s fifth anniversary, giving fans a chance to start planning their weekend.
Across two days, 36 artists will perform on four stages, from major country headliners to rising names and local talent. The festival will get an early start on August 14 with LASSO in the City, which will bring live country music and festival energy into downtown Montréal ahead of the main event. More details on that celebration are expected soon.
Saturday will kick off with Arpin Lépine opening the Coors Original Prairie Stage at 2 p.m., followed by sets from Laci Kaye Booth, James Barker Band, Max McNown, and Jon Pardi. Over on the Bell LASSO Stage, fans can catch Elizabeth Nichols, Chance Peña, The Band Perry, and Koe Wetzel, before Thomas Rhett closes out the night from 9:20 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.
The Coca-Cola Ranch Stage will showcase emerging talent throughout the day, including Tyla Rodrigues, Shawnee Kish, Léa Jarry, Noah Bridgen, and Waylon Wyatt. Fans looking for a more intimate experience can head to the SiriusXM Backyard Sessions, featuring performances from Krystel Mongeau, Theo Day, and Hayden Ryann.
Sunday follows a similar format, with Kalsey Kulyk opening the Prairie Stage before performances by Lily Fitts, Jonah Kagen, Cameron Whitcomb, and Old Dominion.
The Bell LASSO Stage will feature Just Jayne, Classe Moyenne, Carly Pearce, and Turnpike Troubadours, leading into the weekend’s final headlining performance from Mumford & Sons, who take the stage at 9 p.m.
The Ranch Stage lineup includes Blue Ridge Band, Morgan Griffiths, Zach Chico, Gab Bouchard, and Blake Whiten, giving fans plenty of opportunities to discover new artists throughout the day. The SiriusXM Backyard Sessions will spotlight Sorrene, Joël Vogt, and Paige Somerville, along with other emerging performers.
Beyond the music, LASSO will once again feature its popular line dancing tent, interactive activities throughout the grounds, family-friendly attractions, and plenty of food and drink options. As the festival celebrates its fifth edition, organizers are promising its biggest and most festive year yet, combining established country stars with the next generation of artists in one of Canada’s premier country music festivals.
Check out the schedule below or head to LASSO’s website for more information.
