The highly anticipated Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival kicked off on Friday with a star-studded lineup. (NBC Los Angeles) This year’s festival features performances from big-name artists such as Bad Bunny, the Weeknd, and Gorillaz. (Los Angeles Times) Despite some last-minute changes, the festival did not disappoint, with surprise appearances from the likes of Nile Rodgers joining Blondie on stage for two songs. (NME)
Fans who couldn’t attend the festival in person were able to watch the performances from the comfort of their own homes with the festival’s YouTube live stream. (Pitchfork) Viewers were able to catch performances from popular acts such as Blackpink, Bad Bunny, and Frank Ocean. (StyleCaster)
Set times for the festival’s weekend one have been released, allowing fans to plan which acts they want to see ahead of time. (BrooklynVegan) With so many huge acts on the lineup, festival-goers will have to choose between seeing the likes of Charli XCX, Rosalía, and Boygenius, or catching performances from the headliners. (Pitchfork)
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the festival has implemented safety measures to ensure the safety of attendees. (Los Angeles Times) With mask mandates and social distancing guidelines in place, festival-goers were able to enjoy the music while still putting safety first.
Overall, Coachella 2023 was a huge success, with performances from popular artists and surprise appearances. Fans who were unable to attend in person were still able to enjoy the festival from home with the live stream, and safety measures were in place to protect attendees amid the pandemic. (Decider)
