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New Festivals Bloom as Summer Music Season Heats Up
29 Jul
Summary
- Lollapalooza in Chicago features pop headliners like Charli XCX.
- Two new Southern California festivals, Daisy Chain Fields and Ocean Way, debut.
- The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast covers chart news and festival lineups.
The summer music festival season is in full swing, with Lollapalooza in Chicago kicking off the festivities from July 30 through August 2. This major event features prominent pop artists such as Charli XCX, JENNIE, Tate McRae, Lorde, and Olivia Dean among its headliners.
Following Lollapalooza, the focus shifts to Southern California with the introduction of two all-new festivals. The first is Daisy Chain Fields, a one-day event created by Olivia Rodrigo, showcasing an all-female lineup. The second is the two-day Ocean Way Festival, scheduled to take place on the Santa Monica beach, with performances by Olivia Dean, The Killers, and Jack White.
The latest episode of the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast delves into these upcoming festivals, analyzing their lineups and the artists performing. Additionally, the podcast provides updates on current music charts, including Gracie Abrams' first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 and Ella Langley's continued success on the Billboard Hot 100.
