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Sarah McLachlan on the Lasting Impact of Lilith Fair: ‘Kindness and Joy Are Revolutionary Acts’ (EXCLUSIVE)
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Lilith Fair, a touring music festival, was launched in 1997 by Sarah McLachlan and her team. The festival featured an all-female lineup, challenging the music industry's conventional wisdom that women artists wouldn't sell tickets. Despite initial skepticism, the festival was successful, showcasing a collection of powerful female musicians and creating a space for women artists to connect and uplift each other. It became a cultural phenomenon, helping launch careers and raising funds for women-focused charities.