Music

Music Beyond the Festival Grounds

By Jorge Perezchica Indio’s growing music scene and network of venues is creating a year-round sound Indio has long been defined by its massive festival moments—weeks when the city becomes the center of the music world, drawing global headliners and tens of
June 1, 2026

Indie-O Music Fest

By Jorge Perezchica In a region defined by global festivals and touring headliners, Matt King has been focused on something more grounded: the artists building the Coachella Valley’s own music identity from the inside out. A longtime musician in desert bands like
April 28, 2026

Adrien Nunez

By Everette Solomon and Jorge Perezchica Stagecoach Festival debut artist Adrien Nunez didn’t begin his journey to the Palomino Stage in Nashville—it started in Brooklyn, somewhere between heavy metal riffs, pickup basketball games, and a phone propped up on a dashboard. “I
April 22, 2026

Desert Nights Returns to Zenyara

As the desert gears up for another high-energy festival season, one of its most elusive after-hours experiences is quietly raising the bar again. Desert Nights is officially returning to Zenyara for 2026, bringing with it a carefully curated mix of music, luxury,
April 16, 2026

Michael Marcagi: The Road To Stagecoach

Interview by Everette Solomon Michael Marcagi isn’t supposed to be here—at least, not according to the voice in his head. As he prepares to make his Stagecoach debut, the rising singer-songwriter is stepping into one of the biggest moments of his career.
April 15, 2026
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Dead City PUNX 

In a city built on reinvention, few movements have erupted as viscerally—and as unapologetically—as Dead City Punx. What started as a group of friends making noise for each other has since detonated into something far larger: a cultural flashpoint where music, art,
April 15, 2026
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Neon Carnival Marks 15 Years

The desert doesn’t sleep during Coachella weekend—and for those in the know, the night continues at Neon Carnival. On Saturday, April 11, 2026, the iconic invite-only event celebrates its 15th anniversary, returning once again to the Desert International Horse Park in Thermal,
April 2, 2026

Shakira Brings Tour to Acrisure Arena

Global superstar Shakira is bringing one of the biggest tours in music history to the Coachella Valley—this time in a more intimate setting. The Grammy-winning icon has announced a special limited run of U.S. arena dates for her record-shattering Las Mujeres Ya
April 1, 2026

Do LaB Returns to Coachella 2026

As the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival prepares to take over the Empire Polo Club once again this April, one of its most unique destinations is officially set: Do LaB has unveiled its 2026 lineup, promising another year of boundary-pushing sound,
March 30, 2026
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Sonic Desert 2026

As Coachella Weekend One continues to evolve beyond the festival grounds, a new wave of invite-only experiences is redefining the desert social scene. Returning for its fourth year on Saturday, April 11, 2026, Sonic Desert is set to once again transform a
March 25, 2026
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