Indio, California – The first day of this year’s Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival showcased a variety of memorable performances and special moments. Established acts like Justice, Lil Uzi Vert, and Lana Del Rey shared the stage with rising stars such as Chappell Roan, Chlöe, and ATEEZ. Del Rey’s headlining performance was a standout, featuring surprise guest stars like Jon Batiste, Jack Antonoff, and Billie Eilish.
The festival’s first weekend continued with headlining performances by Tyler, the Creator and a special reunion appearance by No Doubt on Saturday. On Sunday, Doja Cat took the stage as the headliner. The lineup for Coachella day one provided a mix of established and emerging artists, each delivering unique and engaging performances.
Highlights from the day included Justice’s mesmerizing performance on the Outdoor Stage, showcasing tracks both old and new. Peso Pluma’s set impressed with a revolving door of guest performers, including Becky G and Arcángel. Another standout moment was when Bizarrap brought out Shakira for a surprise performance and announcement of an upcoming world tour together.
The South Korean boy band ATEEZ closed out the night on the Sahara stage with a high-energy set, celebrating their journey to Coachella and their recent successes. Other notable performances included Peggy Gou’s set at the Sahara Tent and Sabrina Carpenter’s shimmering debut on the Coachella Stage.
Chlöe’s solo debut at Coachella generated a new social media buzz with the hashtag #CHLÖCHELLA, drawing comparisons to Beyoncé’s iconic performances. Deftones finally performed a long-awaited cover of The Smiths’ “Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want,” while Lil Uzi Vert commanded the Coachella Stage with his magnetic presence and energetic performance.
Overall, the first day of Coachella featured a diverse range of artists and genres, setting the stage for an exciting weekend filled with more music, surprises, and unforgettable moments. Stay tuned for more highlights and recaps from the remaining days of the festival.