Florence + The Machine Partners with Planned Parenthood on North America Tour

The band will allow the healthcare organization to connect with concertgoers at multiple tour stops.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:06pm

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Florence + The Machine has announced a partnership with Planned Parenthood for the band's upcoming Everybody Scream Tour across North America. Planned Parenthood will have a presence at multiple tour stops, allowing concertgoers to learn about the organization's life-saving reproductive healthcare services. Florence Welch cited the current uncertainty around abortion rights as a key reason for the collaboration, stating that access to trusted healthcare providers can be a matter of life and death.

Why it matters

This partnership highlights Florence + The Machine's commitment to supporting reproductive rights and Planned Parenthood's efforts to reach new audiences and connect people with essential healthcare information and services. The collaboration comes at a time of increased attacks on abortion access in the U.S., making it an important statement from a prominent musical act.

The details

As part of the partnership, Planned Parenthood will have a presence at multiple stops on Florence + The Machine's Everybody Scream Tour, which kicks off its North American leg tonight in Minneapolis. Concertgoers will be able to learn about Planned Parenthood's services and how to access reproductive healthcare. Florence Welch emphasized the vital role of Planned Parenthood, stating that 'having access to a trusted provider is essential and also the difference between life and death.'

  • The Everybody Scream Tour resumes tonight, April 8, 2026, in Minneapolis.
  • The tour partnership with Planned Parenthood was announced ahead of the tour's North American leg.

The players

Florence + The Machine

An English indie rock band led by Florence Welch, known for hits like 'Dog Days Are Over' and 'Shake It Out'.

Florence Welch

The lead singer of Florence + The Machine, who has spoken out in support of abortion rights and Planned Parenthood.

Planned Parenthood

A nonprofit organization that provides reproductive healthcare services and education in the United States.

Caren Spruch

The national director of arts and entertainment for Planned Parenthood, who praised the partnership with Florence + The Machine.

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What they’re saying

“'Planned Parenthood health centers are a lifeline for millions of people, and they are relentlessly attacked. Having access to a trusted provider is essential and also the difference between life and death.'”

— Florence Welch, Lead Singer, Florence + The Machine

“'This partnership is a powerful testament to the importance of ensuring everyone can make decisions about their own bodies.'”

— Caren Spruch, National Director of Arts and Entertainment, Planned Parenthood

What’s next

The Everybody Scream Tour will continue through the summer, with Planned Parenthood present at multiple stops to connect concertgoers with reproductive healthcare information and services.

The takeaway

Florence + The Machine's partnership with Planned Parenthood on their North America tour underscores the band's commitment to supporting reproductive rights and access to essential healthcare, particularly at a time of increased attacks on abortion access in the U.S.