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Alanis Morissette

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Alanis Morissette biography

Alanis Morissette is a Canadian alt-rock singer-songwriter and Grammy-winning musician known for her prominent contributions to rock music. Recognized for signature releases including You Oughta Know, Ironic, and Jagged Little Pill, she has maintained a decades-long career as an influential voice in the music industry.

Coverage of Morissette highlights her ongoing musical work and live collaborations. She announced her first-ever full-length holiday album, which features a duet with Martin Short on a classic Judy Garland song. She also continues to perform at major concert events, joining artists such as Olivia Rodrigo in California and Brandi Carlile at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado.

Alongside her creative projects, Morissette has faced legal and financial disputes involving former employees. Court filings show she filed a civil lawsuit against former tour manager Keren Urinov over an alleged blackmail scheme, following historical instances of financial theft and extortion attempts by former trusted team members.

  • Media reporting on Alanis Morissette highlights both her role as a cross-generational rock figure collaborating with modern music stars and her serious legal battles against former team members.

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  1. Olivia Rodrigo Brings Out Stevie Nicks, Alanis Morissette, and Sarah McLachlan for Epic Festival Set

    Aug 30, 2026

    Morissette performed as a special guest at Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields festival.

    Olivia Rodrigo Brings Out Stevie Nicks, Alanis Morissette, and Sarah McLachlan for Epic Festival Set
  2. Alanis Morissette Sues Former Tour Manager Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Blackmail Scheme

    Sep 1, 2026

    Morissette launched a civil lawsuit against ex-tour manager Keren Urinov over alleged blackmail threats.

    Alanis Morissette Sues Former Tour Manager Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Blackmail Scheme
  3. Alanis Morissette’s Darkest Chapter: Stolen Millions, Blackmail, And Employee Betrayal

    Sep 5, 2026

    Reports detailed past employee betrayals, financial theft, and extortion attempts faced by Morissette.

    Alanis Morissette’s Darkest Chapter: Stolen Millions, Blackmail, And Employee Betrayal
  4. Alanis Morissette Teases Unlikely Martin Short Duet for Her First-Ever Holiday Album

    Sep 9, 2026

    Morissette announced a holiday album duet with Martin Short during an appearance on Call Her Daddy.

    Alanis Morissette Teases Unlikely Martin Short Duet for Her First-Ever Holiday Album
  5. Alanis Morissette Joins Brandi Carlile For Epic Red Rocks Duet

    Sep 14, 2026

    Alanis Morissette made a surprise guest appearance with Brandi Carlile at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

    Alanis Morissette Joins Brandi Carlile For Epic Red Rocks Duet

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Alanis Morissette Joins Brandi Carlile For Epic Red Rocks Duet
Alanis Morissette Teases Unlikely Martin Short Duet for Her First-Ever Holiday Album
Alanis Morissette’s Darkest Chapter: Stolen Millions, Blackmail, And Employee Betrayal
The “Ironic” singer (seen here in 2024) accused her ex-tour manager of blackmail in a lawsuit this week.
Jonathan Todd Schwartz (seen on the right in 2017) admitted to stealing $4.8 million from Morissette while working as her business manager.
“I think inherently within her soul, Alanis wants to trust people,” Schwartz (left) exclusively told reporters.
The “You Oughta Know” singer attended Schwartz’s sentencing in 2017 (seen above).
Alanis Morissette Sues Former Tour Manager Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Blackmail Scheme
Olivia Rodrigo Brings Out Stevie Nicks, Alanis Morissette, and Sarah McLachlan for Epic Festival Set
Alanis Morissette Stuns the Crowd With High-Voltage WNBA Finals Set

Alanis Morissette: your questions

Who is Alanis Morissette singing with on her holiday album?

Alanis Morissette recorded a Judy Garland cover duet with actor and comedian Martin Short for her debut holiday album.

Why did Alanis Morissette file a lawsuit against her former tour manager?

Morissette sued former tour manager Keren Urinov for allegedly attempting to coerce a financial payout by threatening to release false accusations regarding illegal drug trafficking.

What recent live concerts has Alanis Morissette guest performed at?

Morissette made guest appearances performing on stage with Olivia Rodrigo at the Daisy Chain Fields festival and with Brandi Carlile at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

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