Coachella 2022 Explained
The 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival took place across two weekends: April 15 to 17 and April 22 to 24 at the Empire Polo Club, Indio, California, United States. The three headlining acts were Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and Swedish House Mafia with the Weeknd.[1]
The 2022 edition of Coachella was the first to be held since 2019 after the cancellation of two previous editions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Background
The 2020 festival line-up was announced on January 2, 2020, with headliners Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott and Frank Ocean.[2] The festival was originally set to be held on April 10–12 and 17–19, 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was rescheduled to October 2020.[3] Ultimately, the 2020 plan for the festival was scrapped and the organizer announced the replacement dates in April 2021.[4] But, on January 29, 2021, public health officer for Riverside County, California, Dr. Cameron Kaiser announced that the festival was cancelled as he signed a public health order due to the COVID-19 related concerns.[5]
For the 2022 festival, Rage Against the Machine and Travis Scott were originally featured as headliners, carrying over from the cancelled events. Following the Astroworld Festival crowd crush in November 2021, Scott was removed as a headliner per request of a petition to remove him.[6] Rage Against the Machine were also revealed to not be performing following the full lineup announcement in January 2022. Meanwhile, Frank Ocean was instead confirmed to headline the 2023 edition.[7]
A new lineup, featuring initial headliners Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, and Kanye West under the moniker "Ye" was announced on January 12, 2022.[8] On April 4, 2022, it was announced that Ye dropped out as a headliner and was replaced by a collaboration between Swedish House Mafia and The Weeknd.[9] Swedish House Mafia was originally supposed to fill in the "Returning to the Desert" slot.[10] Many names had been rumored to fill in the headliner slot, including Justin Bieber, Travis Scott, Silk Sonic (featuring Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak) and Tyler, the Creator.[11]
88rising made history as the first record label to showcase their roster at the festival.[12] During the first weekend, Korean girl group 2NE1 reunited and gave their first performance since 2015.[13] American hip-hop group Brockhampton announced that they would be disbanding and go on "indefinite hiatus", marking their Coachella appearance as their final performance.[14]
Line-up
Headline performers are listed in boldface. Artists listed from the latest to earliest set times.[15] [16]
Coachella Stage
- A. During the first weekend set, Harry Styles was joined by Shania Twain.[17] During the second weekend set, he was joined by Lizzo.[18]
- B. Daniel Caesar was joined by Justin Bieber during the first weekend set.[19]
- C. Lil Baby was joined by Gunna during the first weekend set.[20]
- D. Grupo Firme was joined by Becky G during the second weekend set.[21]
- E. During the first weekend set, Anitta was joined by Snoop Dogg, Saweetie and Diplo.[22] During the second weekend set, she was joined by Murda Beatz.[23]
- F. During the first weekend set, Billie Eilish was joined by Khalid, Damon Albarn and Posdnuos of De La Soul.[24] During the second weekend set, she was joined by Hayley Williams.[25]
- G. During the first weekend set, Flume was joined by Kučka, Vince Staples, May-a, Laurel, Caroline Polachek, Oklou, Tove Lo and Beck.[26] During the second weekend set, he was joined by Toro y Moi, Kučka, Vince Staples, May-a, Laurel, Damon Albarn, Caroline Polachek, Oklou and Tove Lo.[27]
- H. During the first weekend, 88rising's set featured appearances by Warren Hue, Milli, Bibi, Niki, Rich Brian, Hikaru Utada, Jackson Wang, CL and 2NE1.[28] During the second weekend, Aespa, Yeek, Milli, August 08, Dumbfoundead, Rich Brian and Warren Hue performed during the record label's set.[29]
- I. Masego was joined by Devin Morrison and Alex Isley during the second weekend set.
- J. During both weekends, Doja Cat was joined by Tyga, Rico Nasty and Shonka Dukureh.[30]
- K. During the first weekend, Karol G was joined by Tiësto and Becky G.[31] During the second weekend, she was joined by Becky G and J Balvin.[32]
Outdoor Theatre
- A. Louis the Child were joined by Royal & the Serpent, Aluna, Kasbo, Evan Giia, Drew Love, Nez, Theophilus London and Mark Foster of Foster the People.
- B. During both weekends, Phoebe Bridgers was joined by Arlo Parks.[33]
- C. Omar Apollo was joined by Ruel during the first weekend.[34]
- D. During the first weekend, Disclosure were joined by Khalid.[35] During the second weekend, they were joined by Raye.[36]
- E. During both weekends, Cuco was joined by Jean Carter.[37]
- F. Chelsea Cutler was joined by Jeremy Zucker and Quinn XCII during the first weekend set.[38]
- G. FINNEAS was joined by Lizzy McAlpine during the first weekend set.[39]
Mojave Tent
Sahara Tent
- A. During the first weekend set, Big Sean was joined by Jhené Aiko and YG.[41] During the second weekend set, he was joined by Mike Posner.[42]
- B. Baby Keem was joined by Kendrick Lamar during the second weekend set.[43]
- C. 21 Savage was joined by Post Malone and Metro Boomin during the first weekend set.[44]
- D. During the first weekend set, Isaiah Rashad was joined by Kal Banx, Doechii, Hugh Augustine and SiR. He was joined by Kal Banx, Doechii, Zacari and Hugh Augustine during the second weekend set.
- E. During the first weekend, Emo Nite set was joined by Forrest Kline of Hellogoodbye. During the second weekend, it was joined by Forrest Kline, Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, 3OH!3 and Tom Higgenson of Plain White T's.[45]
- F. J.I.D. was joined by EARTHGANG and Kenny Mason during the first weekend set.[46]
- G. DJ Lord was joined by Chuck D during the second weekend set.[47]
- H. Denzel Curry was joined by Glass Animals and J.I.D. during the first weekend set.[36]
- I. Channel Tres was joined by Ty Dolla Sign during the first weekend set.[48]
Yuma Tent
Notes and References
- Web site: Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Swedish House Mafia and the Weeknd top the Coachella 2022 lineup. Time Out. April 6, 2022. April 15, 2023. Michael. Juliano. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/news/harry-styles-billie-eilish-swedish-house-mafia-and-the-weeknd-top-the-coachella-2022-lineup-040622. live.
- Web site: Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott, Frank Ocean to Headline Coachella 2020. Rolling Stone. January 2, 2020. April 15, 2023. Althea. Legaspi. April 5, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230405173810/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/rage-against-the-machine-travis-scott-frank-ocean-coachella-2020-headliners-lineup-933201/. live.
- Web site: Coachella has been canceled for the third time due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Verge. January 30, 2021. April 15, 2023. Kim. Lyons. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/30/22258024/coachella-canceled-third-time-coronavirus-pandemic. live.
- Web site: Coachella announce 2021 festival dates after officially cancelling 2020 edition. NME. June 12, 2020. April 15, 2023. Sam. Moore. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162209/https://www.nme.com/news/music/coachella-announce-2021-festival-dates-2020-edition-officially-cancelled-2686964. live.
- Web site: Is It Surprising That Coachella 2021 Is Canceled?. Forbes. January 29, 2021. April 15, 2023. Lauren. Alvarez. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurenalvarez/2021/01/29/is-it-surprising-that-coachella-2021-is-canceled/?sh=4801b7fd3ab0. live.
- Web site: Travis Scott has been removed from Coachella 2022's lineup following the Astroworld tragedy, report says. Insider Inc.. December 13, 2021. April 21, 2022. Ayomikun. Adekaiyero. April 23, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230423164635/https://www.insider.com/report-travis-scott-removed-coachella-2022-lineup-astroworld-tragedy-petition-2021-12. live.
- Web site: Frank Ocean to Headline Coachella 2023. Pitchfork. August 2, 2021. April 15, 2023. Matthew. Strauss. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415164659/https://pitchfork.com/news/frank-ocean-to-headline-coachella-2023-festival-co-founder-says/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022 Full Lineup Announced. Pitchfork. January 12, 2022. Madison. Bloom. Evan. Minsker. April 15, 2023. January 25, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220125124858/https://pitchfork.com/news/coachella-2022-full-lineup-announced/. live.
- Web site: Kanye West Drops Out of Coachella – Report. XXL. April 4, 2022. April 15, 2023. Trent. Fitzgerald. April 4, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230404220846/https://www.xxlmag.com/kanye-west-not-performing-coachella/. live.
- Web site: Coachella replaces Kanye West with the Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia as headliners. Los Angeles Times. April 6, 2022. April 15, 2023. Nardine. Saad. April 14, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230414132241/https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2022-04-06/coachella-replaces-kanye-west-swedish-house-mafia-the-weeknd. live.
- Web site: Swedish House Mafia x the Weeknd to Replace Kanye West on Coachella Lineup. Variety. April 6, 2022. April 15, 2023. Jem. Aswad. April 6, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220406150344/https://variety.com/2022/music/news/swedish-house-mafia-x-the-weeknd-to-replace-kanye-west-on-coachella-lineup-1235226159/. live.
- Web site: 88rising Makes Music History with Head In The Clouds Forever at Coachella 2022. Rank Magazine. April 21, 2022. April 15, 2023. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162210/https://www.rankthemag.ph/listening-station-88rising-makes-music-history-with-head-in-the-clouds-forever-at-coachella-2022/. live.
- 2NE1 Reunite on Coachella's Main Stage. Kristine. Kwak. April 16, 2022. April 21, 2022. Rolling Stone. April 19, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220419225036/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/2ne1-reunite-coachella-1338678/. live.
- Web site: Fans react as Brockhampton play their "last show ever". NME. April 24, 2022. April 15, 2023. Ali. Shutler. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/fans-react-as-brockhampton-play-their-last-show-ever-3211311. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022 set times: Here is when your favorite artist will be performing Weekend 1. The Desert Sun. April 12, 2022. April 15, 2023. Kate. Franco. Brian. Blueskye. May 23, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220523031709/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/2022/04/12/when-do-coachella-2022-set-times-come-out/9485820002/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022 Weekend 2 Lineup & Schedule: All the Set Times You Need to Know. Pitchfork. April 21, 2022. April 15, 2023. Nina. Corcoran. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://pitchfork.com/news/coachella-2022-weekend-2-lineup-and-schedule-all-the-set-times-you-need-to-know/. live.
- Web site: See Harry Styles Duet With Shania Twain, Debut New Songs at Coachella. Rolling Stone. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Daniel. Kreps. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/harry-styles-shania-twain-new-songs-coachella-1338556/. live.
- Web site: Lizzo was "genuinely surprised" Harry Styles asked her to perform at Coachella. NME. April 30, 2022. April 15, 2023. Tom. Skinner. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/lizzo-was-genuinely-surprised-harry-styles-asked-her-to-perform-at-coachella-3216446. live.
- Web site: Justin Bieber Joins Daniel Caesar for 'Peaches' at Coachella. Variety. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Thania. Garcia. October 18, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221018214837/https://variety.com/2022/music/news/daniel-caesar-justin-bieber-coachella-set-1235233257/. live.
- Web site: Lil Baby at Coachella review: Atlanta's rising rap star delivers powerful BLM statement. The Independent. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Kevin E. G.. Perry. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/reviews/lil-baby-coachella-2022-review-b2059216.html. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Grupo Firme lights up the stage with Mexican banda. Desert Sun. April 23, 2022. April 16, 2023. Eliana. Perez. November 2, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221102214107/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/23/coachella-2022-grupo-firme-lights-up-stage-mexican-banda-music/7421649001/. live.
- Web site: Anitta Wows Coachella With Wild, Sexy Set Starring Snoop Dogg, Saweetie and Lots of Booty. Variety. April 15, 2022. April 15, 2023. Jem. Aswad. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162347/https://variety.com/2022/music/news/anitta-coachella-snoop-dogg-saweetie-booty-1235233861/. live.
- Web site: Murda Beatz participou do show de Anitta no Coachella, em abril. Pure People. April 15, 2023. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.purepeople.com.br/midia/murda-beatz-participou-do-show-de-anitta_m4012368. live.
- Web site: Watch Billie Eilish bring out Damon Albarn and Pos from De La Soul at Coachella for Gorillaz cover. BrooklynVegan. April 17, 2022. April 15, 2023. Andrew. Sacher. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162218/https://www.brooklynvegan.com/watch-billie-eilish-bring-out-damon-albarn-and-pos-from-de-la-soul-at-coachella-for-gorillaz-cover/. live.
- Web site: Hayley Williams & Billie Eilish's "Misery Business" Duet Almost Didn't Happen. Nylon. September 29, 2022. April 15, 2023. Steffanee. Wang. November 28, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221128021544/https://www.nylon.com/entertainment/hayley-williams-billie-eilish-misery-business-duet-coachella-2022-dating-interview. live.
- Web site: Watch Flume perform with Beck, Vince Staples, Caroline Polachek at Coachella. The Fader. April 17, 2022. April 15, 2023. Sandra. Song. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162209/https://www.thefader.com/2022/04/17/flume-beck-vince-staples-caroline-polachek-coachella. live.
- Web site: Watch Damon Albarn and Flume debut collaborative single 'Palaces' live at Coachella. NME. April 25, 2022. April 15, 2023. Anna. Rose. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/watch-damon-albarn-and-flume-debut-collaborative-single-palaces-live-at-coachella-3211725. live.
- Web site: Hikaru Utada Makes Festival Debut at Coachella With 88rising: Interview & Recap. Billboard. April 26, 2022. April 15, 2023. June 5, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220605142442/https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/hikaru-utada-coachella-interview-1235063847/. live.
- aespa Share Details on Coachella Debut & 'New Music That Will Wow the World': Exclusive. Billboard. Jeff. Benjamin. April 20, 2022. April 21, 2022. April 20, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220420231453/https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/aespa-coachella-interview-1235061337/. live.
- Web site: Doja Cat joined by Rico Nasty and Tyga at 'iconic' Coachella set, performs unreleased song. NME. April 18, 2022. April 15, 2023. Charlotte. Krol. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415163714/https://www.nme.com/news/music/doja-cat-joined-by-rico-nasty-and-tyga-at-iconic-coachella-set-performs-unreleased-song-3206825. live.
- Web site: Karol G's Coachella Debut Set Features Guests Becky G & Tiesto, Honors Iconic Latin Songs & More. Billboard. April 18, 2022. April 15, 2023. Griselda. Flores. October 16, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221016012255/https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/karol-g-coachella-becky-g-mamiii-performance-recap-1235060152/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Karol G surprises fans with J Balvin, debuts new single 'Provenza'. Desert Sun. April 24, 2022. April 15, 2023. Eliana. Perez. May 19, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220519095451/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/24/coachella-2022-karol-g-surprises-fans-j-balvin-becky-g/7436562001/. live.
- Web site: Watch Phoebe Bridgers Duet With Arlo Parks, Perform New Song at Coachella 2022. Pitchfork. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Quinn. Moreland. Nina. Corcoran. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415164657/https://pitchfork.com/news/watch-phoebe-bridgers-set-at-coachella-2022/. live.
- Web site: Watch: Ruel and Omar Apollo perform 'Want U Around' together at Coachella 2022.. Coup de Main. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.coupdemainmagazine.com/omar-apollo/18388. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Disclosure gets Saturday night crowd on their feet with Khalid as guest. Desert Sun. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Ema. Samic. February 5, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230205211059/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/16/coachella-2022-disclosure-gets-saturday-night-crowd-their-feet/7320064001/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: The Best Surprise Guests, From Justin Bieber to Hayley Williams to Lizzo. Variety. April 26, 2022. April 15, 2023. Ellise. Shafer. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://variety.com/gallery/coachella-surprise-guests-2022-justin-bieber-lizzo/anitta-saweetie/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Cuco delivers multifaceted set, stops show for distressed fan. Desert Sun. April 24, 2022. April 15, 2023. Brian. Blueskye. May 28, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220528134801/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/24/coachella-2022-cuco-delivers-multifaceted-set/7427167001/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Chelsea Cutler and friends spread message of unity during her festival debut. Desert Sun. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. Niki. Kottmann. February 2, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230202013901/https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/2022/04/16/coachella-2022-chelsea-cutler-and-friends-spread-message-unity-festival-debut/7341126001/. live.
- Web site: Watch Finneas Give Turning Reds "Nobody Like U" Its Live Debut at Coachella 2022. Pitchfork. April 17, 2022. April 15, 2023. Evan. Minsker. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415164700/https://pitchfork.com/news/watch-finneas-give-turning-reds-nobody-like-u-its-live-debut-at-coachella-2022/. live.
- Web site: Logan Paul joins Olivia O'Brien on Coachella stage with hilarious response to 'Joslyn' song. Dexerto. April 19, 2022. April 15, 2023. Virginia. Glaze. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/logan-paul-joins-olivia-obrien-on-coachella-stage-with-hilarious-response-to-joslyn-song-1806830/. live.
- Web site: Watch Big Sean bring out Jhené Aiko during career-spanning Coachella 2022 set. NME. April 17, 2022. April 15, 2023. Will. Lavin. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162210/https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/watch-big-sean-bring-out-jhene-aiko-during-career-spanning-coachella-2022-set-3206722. live.
- Web site: Mike Posner gives Big Sean his flowers following Coachella performance. Metro Times. April 27, 2022. April 15, 2023. Alex. Washington. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415171638/https://www.metrotimes.com/arts/mike-posner-gives-big-sean-his-flowers-following-coachella-performance-29907279. live.
- Web site: Watch Kendrick Lamar Join Baby Keem for Two Songs at Coachella 2022. Pitchfork. April 23, 2022. April 15, 2023. Nina. Corcoran. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162209/https://pitchfork.com/news/watch-kendrick-lamar-join-baby-keem-for-two-songs-at-coachella/. live.
- Web site: Post Malone joins 21 Savage onstage at Coachella 2022. NME. April 17, 2022. April 15, 2023. Will. Richards. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415163712/https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/post-malone-joins-21-savage-onstage-at-coachella-2022-3206585. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: Emo Nite brings out 3OH!3 and Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach. April 23, 2022. April 15, 2023. The Press-Enterprise. Charlie. Vargas. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162208/https://www.pressenterprise.com/2022/04/23/coachella-2022-emo-nite-brings-out-3oh3-and-jacoby-shaddix-of-papa-roach/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: J.I.D. brings out friends, hints at album release date during upbeat set. Desert Sun. Tom. Coulter. April 16, 2022. April 15, 2023. January 30, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230130154324/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/16/coachella-2022-j-i-d-shows-off-flow-hints-album-release-date/7324698001/. live.
- Web site: Chuck D Makes Surprise Appearance at Coachella Today During DJ Lord Set. Right On!. April 27, 2022. April 15, 2023. April 15, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230415162218/https://rightondigital.com/2022/04/27/chuck-d-makes-surprise-appearance-at-coachella-today-during-dj-lord-set/. live.
- Web site: Coachella 2022: After 'manifested' festival performance, Channel Tres eyeing first album. Desert Sun. April 22, 2022. April 15, 2023. Tom. Coulter. February 2, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230202021241/https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/entertainment/music/coachella/2022/04/22/coachella-2022-after-manifesting-performance-channel-tres-eyes-album/7415124001/. live.