Although Kesha is still in the midst of her legal battle against her Sony and Dr. Luke, she’s not letting that stop her from pursuing her art. While we have yet to receive confirmation that the singer will be at Coachella later this month, she will for sure be making a comeback this summer at Dylan Fest, a festival that pays tribute to one of her music idols, Bob Dylan.
The festival will be held in Kesha’s hometown of Nashville on May 23 and 24—the 24th being Dylan’s 75th birthday. Though Kesha hosted a small gig with her band in Nashville a few months back, Dylan Fest will mark her first official return as a solo artist.
Kesha is a perfect choice to perform at the festival. Not only has she recorded a haunting cover of Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right,” but as a result of her legal battle, she has also become an outspoken advocate against sexual violence, survivors of which the festival is aiming to support. The festival’s proceeds will go towards Thistle Farms, a local charity that benefits women survivors of addiction, prostitution, and trafficking.
If you’re interested in witnessing what we can only predict will be one of the most powerful returns to the music scene, tickets for Dylan Fest go on sale April 15.