Chicago, Illinois – Chicago’s renowned Lollapalooza music festival is making headlines with a significant change to its headliner lineup for this year’s event.
The highly-anticipated 2024 festival lineup was initially unveiled in March, featuring top artists such as SZA, Blink-182, The Killers, Future X, Metro Boomin, and more. Tickets went on sale shortly after the lineup announcement, with daily schedules and stage details released in the following weeks.
However, just over a month before the festival kicks off in Grant Park, a major alteration was disclosed. Tyler, the Creator, one of the anticipated headliners, announced his inability to perform at Lollapalooza. As a result, Megan Thee Stallion will now be headlining on Thursday, August 1st, in his place.
The announcement came shortly after Tyler, the Creator shared on social media that he had to cancel his appearances at both Lollapalooza and Outside Lands in San Francisco. The artist expressed regret over breaking his commitment, disappointing fans who were looking forward to his performances.
The news of the headliner change elicited mixed reactions from festival-goers. While some expressed disappointment and questioned refunds, others welcomed the change, stating that the lineup had improved with the addition of Megan Thee Stallion.
Lollapalooza, celebrating its 20th anniversary in Chicago this year, has solidified its presence in the city with a recently renewed 10-year contract. This agreement ensures that the festival will continue to grace Chicago’s music scene for the foreseeable future, with a capped attendance limit to maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
In 2023, Lollapalooza featured around 40 performers each day, including big names like Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. The festival’s ability to attract top talent and draw massive crowds has solidified its reputation as a must-attend event for music enthusiasts.