Fiona Apple

On December 18, 2016, Fiona Apple delivered a soulful performance of "Sleep to Dream" during the We Stand with Standing Rock benefit at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles. This period marked a significant return for Apple, as she had not released a new studio album since 2012's "The Idler Wheel..." which showcased her unique blend of emotional vulnerability and poetic lyricism. At the benefit, she rallied behind a powerful cause, supporting the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in their fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Notably, her advocacy has been a consistent theme throughout her career, but this performance resonated with an urgency that echoed the political climate of the time. Her ability to intertwine artistry with activism makes moments like this particularly compelling, illustrating how music can transcend entertainment and become a voice for the unheard.

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