Yes, this is old news. We all knew that Lilith Fair would be making it's triumphant return in 2010 after a nearly 11 year hiatus but today a new website launched revealing the first batch of tour stops. While details are still emerging (expected talent, tour dates, etc.), the festival is clearly moving forward in a big way.
According to Nettwerk Music Group CEO and Lilith Fair co-founder Terry McBride, "I can't reveal anything further now, but I can assure fans that we have some exciting announcements over the course of the following weeks...Lilith 2010 is very much upon us." The official press release promises a "much bigger summer festival than it was in the past," travelling all over North America as well as making the trek overseas. How exciting. I can't wait to see the lineup!
The original all-female music festival ran from 1997 through 1999 and went on to be one of the most successful touring festivals in the world. Founded by Sarah McLachlan, Dan Fraser, Marty Diamond and Terry McBride, Lilith Fair featured fantastic live performances from some of today's top talent including Sheryl Crow, Christina Aguilera, The Dixie Chicks, Missy Elliot, Nelly Furtado, Jewel, Indigo Girls and more.
The first batch of cities include Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. In Canada, the tour will making stops in Calgary, Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. Lilith Fair will also be crossing the pond and doing a show in London. For more information as it becomes available, make sure and check out Lilith Fair's newly launched website.
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