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Interview by Jorge PerezchicaPhotography by George Duchannes For many, Coachella is a destination. For Alexa Spenser—better known by her DJ moniker Ay-Lex Song—it was destiny. The Coachella Valley-based DJ first stepped onto the Empire Polo Grounds in 2013 as a volunteer. Over a

French electronic duo Polo & Pan have released their third studio album, 22:22, today via Ekler/Hamburger/Virgin—just in time for their much-anticipated return to Coachella, where they’ll perform on Sunday, April 13th and 20th. Known for their sun-soaked grooves and whimsical soundscapes, the pair—Paul

Seun Kuti, the youngest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, continues to preserve and expand his father’s legacy as the leader of Egypt 80, the band Fela founded. Having joined the group as a child, Seun took over leadership in 1997 following

The most exclusive after-party of the year, Neon Carnival, is set to make its highly anticipated return on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Now in its 14th year, this legendary late-night event continues to be the ultimate desert celebration, drawing top names in

Do LaB, the creative force behind immersive experiences at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, has unveiled its 2025 artist lineup, celebrating 20 years of innovation at the festival. Known for its bold, experimental approach, Do LaB has become a key

Stagecoach has officially released the set times for this year’s festival, giving fans a first look at when and where their favorite artists will be performing. This exciting announcement comes on the heels of Diplo’s HonkyTonk Tent lineup reveal, which features performances

As part of the growing American shoegaze renaissance, Phoenix-based band Glixen is making waves with their latest EP, Quiet Pleasures. Known for their immersive “wall of sound” performances, the four-piece—led by vocalist Aislinn Ritchie, alongside guitarist Esteban Santana, drummer Keire Johnson, and bassist

If you’re craving some raw, snotty punk energy at Coachella 2025, don’t sleep on Soft Play—the UK duo bringing pure chaos to the festival stage on Sundays (4/13 & 4/20). Known for their explosive sound and relentless energy, they’re the kind of

Framework has unveiled the first wave of headliners for the fourth edition of its renowned festival afterparty series, Framework In The Desert. Set to take place from April 11-13, 2025, at Atlantic Aviation in Thermal, CA, this year’s event will feature Mau P on Saturday and Alesso performing

Indie rock icon Kim Deal is set to take the stage at Pappy & Harriet’s on March 29, bringing her unmistakable sound to the intimate desert venue. Known for her groundbreaking work with Pixies, The Amps, and The Breeders, Deal has long been a force in alternative