Coachella’s 23 greatest headline performances: From Kanye’s Sunday Service to Daft Punk’s game-changing pyramid

Harry Styles has announced the Australian and New Zealand leg of his world tour will take place in 2023.The singer is set to perform five stadium shows next February and March, after being forced to cancel a string of dates in the region (originally announced in 2020) before being postponed indefinitely and eventually cancelled earlier this year.The tour will kick off on February 20 in Perth, continuing along to Melbourne, the Gold Coast and Sydney before wrapping up in Auckland on March 7. Support on all shows will come from Wet Leg.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. If the festivities on Indio’s famed Empire Polo Grounds had you suffering from serious FOMO this past weekend, there’s still time to snag passes to Coachella’s second go-around.As usual, day passes for Coachella’s two-weekend event sold out almost immediately upon going on sale earlier this year.

Megan Thee Stallion has confirmed the release of a new single called ‘Letter To My Ex’, which is set to arrive later this week.The Houston rapper shared news of the new track on Twitter after a fan asked her to “drop ‘Letter To My Ex'”, leading her to respond: “Friday.”‘Letter To My Ex’ was first previewed during Megan’s first-ever Coachella performance at the weekend. The track features a sample of Jodeci‘s ‘Freak’n You Remix’ with Wu-Tang Clan rappers Raekwon and Ghostface Killah.When she introduced the record to the crowd, Megan described it as a “very mother fucking personal” song, and she dedicated it to “whom it may the fuck concern”.Friday https://t.co/MPH2a3zFtN— TINA SNOW (@theestallion) April 19, 2022Elsewhere at Coachella this past weekend, Arcade Fire played a secret set on the first day of the festival, performing tracks from upcoming new album ‘WE’, due out next month.Harry Styles headlined the night and was joined on stage by Shania Twain, who performed her hits ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ and ‘You’re Still The One’.During his 18-song set, Styles gave a live debut to record-breaking comeback single ‘As It Was’ as well as live debuts to new tracks called ‘Boyfriends’ and ‘Late Night Talking’.Carly Rae Jepsen also debuted a brand new track called ‘Western Wind’, which she had been teasing for the past few weeks; Justin Bieber teamed up with Daniel Caesar for a performance of their collaborative single ‘Peaches’.Friday also saw Phoebe Bridgers joined by Arlo Parks for two songs during her set, while Saturday’s proceedings were headlined by Billie Eilish, who was joined onstage by Damon Albarn for a two-song cameo.

Coachella to watch the likes of Billie Eilish, Justin Bieber and Doja Cat perform, attendees were traditionally outlandish in their dress, as they posed for the perfect picture. And as the British festival circuit creeps up, there was plenty of sartorial inspiration to be found in the 125,00-strong crowd that turned out.

Swedish House Mafia x The Weeknd, Billie Eilish and Harry Styles. Harry took to the stage to headline the first night of the festival and didn't disappoint. The singer stole the stage wearing a rainbow, sequin jump suit, performing many of his hits that we know and love such as, 'Adore You', 'Golden' and 'Watermelon Sugar'.

#Coachella2022.He composed the film's songs with Billie Eilish, and voiced Jesse, one of the members of 4*Town.pic.twitter.com/6BahroVAiQ“Turning Red” is Pixar’s coming-of-age tale about a young girl named Mei (Rosalie Chiang) who, when she reaches puberty, discovers that if she gets too agitated or excited, transforms into a giant red panda. Part of a family curse, Mei now must maneuver her new … ability, while traversing the already choppy waters of young womanhood.

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns with a line-up packed full of contemporary music’s best and brightest, from headliners Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Swedish House Mafia and The Weeknd to fiery young upstarts like Koffee, Amyl and the Sniffers and Rina Sawayama. We’ve already rounded up the 12 acts you shouldn’t miss if you’re heading to Indio for either Weekend 1 (15-17 April) or Weekend 2 (22-24 April) this year, but now it’s time to look back at previous editions of the festival and the high bar set by the music legends who’ve graced the stage in years gone by.

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Olivia Wilde supported her boyfriend Harry Styles at his Coachella headlining performance this past weekend!

Finneas performed a solo set at Coachella 2022 yesterday (April 17), giving his Turning Red song ‘Nobody Like U’ its live debut – check it out below.‘Nobody Like U’, taken from the new Pixar film, is a song written by Finneas and sister Billie Eilish and performed by the the fictional boyband 4*Town.Alongside tracks from his debut solo album ‘Optimist’, Finneas gave the cut its live debut during a 13-song set.Watch the live debut of ‘Nobody Like U’ from Coachella 2022 below.Finneas performing “Nobody Like U”by #4Town #TurningRed at #Coachella #Coachella2022 pic.twitter.com/F1WciX5GCp— Jessica

Olivia Wilde turned out at this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival to show some support for her boyfriend, Harry Styles.Styles took the stage during the first night of the festival, and Wilde was spotted walking near the stage as she came out to cheer him on.The actress and filmmaker was spotted having lunch with Styles ahead of his headlining turn at the festival, and later in the evening she was seen with a festival pass around her neck as she walked with a friend past the stage where Styles was about to perform.The «Watermelon Sugar» singer rocked the night in Indio, California, where he debuted two brand new tracks («Boyfriends» and «Late Night Talking») that appear to be from his upcoming album , which drops May 20.The stadium-worthy performance reached a fever pitch when, near the end of performing One Direction's «What Makes You Beautiful,» Shania Twain's «Man! I Feel Like a Woman!» started blaring from the speaker, and the crowd went wild as the country singer came out as a special surprise guest! The country legend also rocked her classic, «You're Still the One.»As for Styles and Wilde, the couple is going strong after their romance first made headlines more than a year ago. «They’re well past the 'crush' and infatuation phase and are solid partners. They’re the real deal,» a source recently told ET of the couple. «While they have busy schedules and a lot of personal commitments, they make a point to prioritize time with each other.

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Coachella attendees have spoken to NME about who they believe should’ve replaced Kanye West on the line-up, and how they feel about the rapper pulling out of the festival.After a year which saw him banned from the 2022 Grammys and banned from Instagram, Kanye decided to exclude himself from America’s biggest music festival, just 11 days before he was set to headline.News of his departure was followed by the announcement that The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia would replace him on the line-up, closing out Sunday night on both this weekend (April 15 – 17) and next weekend (April 22 – 24) of the festival which takes place in Indio, California.“I feel like he’s dealing with some demons and anyone who needs support, we should give them that grace,” Emma McCardell, a 26-year-old attendee from Seattle, Washington said when asked about Kanye’s drop from the line-up. “If people need space, let them have their space.”Her partner, James who is also 26, shared in that sentiment.

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21 Savage played at Coachella last night (April 16) and was joined on stage by Post Malone – see the moment unfold below.Savage was playing a set in the Sahara Tent on the Saturday of the festival’s first weekend, and Post Malone joined him to play their huge 2018 hit ‘Rockstar’.According to reports, Post Malone also smashed a guitar onstage during his cameo performance.Watch the rendition of ‘Rockstar’ below.[Music]Post Malone(ポスト・マローン)が、21 Savage(21サヴェージ)の『Coachella(コーチェラ)』のステージにサプライズ登場。全米1位を獲得したコラボ楽曲“rockstar”を披露し、その直後にギターを破壊するロックスター然とした行動を見せた。配信のアーカイブはこちらから。https://t.co/z00MixJk1w pic.twitter.com/hz8SuP1fnW— Internet BoyFriends (@Internet_BF2020) April 17, 2022Elsewhere at Coachella, Arcade Fire played a secret set on the first day of the festival, performing tracks from upcoming new album ‘WE’, due out next month.Harry Styles headlined the night and was joined on stage by Shania Twain, who performed her hits ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ and ‘You’re Still The One’.During his 18-song set, Styles gave a live debut to record-breaking comeback single ‘As It Was’ as well as live debuts to new tracks called ‘Boyfriends’ and ‘Late Night Talking’.Carly Rae Jepsen also debuted a brand new track called ‘Western Wind’, which she had been teasing for the past few weeks; Justin Bieber teamed up with Daniel Caesar for a performance of their collaborative single ‘Peaches’.

Blur’s Damon Albarn joined Billie Eilish on stage during her set at Coachella for a two-song cameo – see footage below.Albarn joined Eilish on stage for performances of her track ‘Getting Older’ and his Gorillaz hit, ‘Feel Good Inc’.Earlier in the set, Eilish also brought out Khalid to perform their duet ‘Lovely’ together.

Billie Eilish already made history as the youngest person to headline Coachella when she took the stage on Saturday night. So it may have been surprising to her young fans that among her guest stars was a 54-year-old: Damon Albarn, of Blur, Gorillaz and The Good, the Bad and the Queen fame.

Billie Eilish is hitting the 2022 Coachella stage TONIGHT!

Jared Leto is at Coachella!

Big Sean is getting candid about his 2022 Coachella Music Festival performance, specifically regarding his paycheque in comparison to Harry Styles’ earnings.

Harry Styles brought the heat on Day 1 of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, but then the fireworks really exploded when Shania Twain joined him onstage for a surprise performance!The «Watermelon Sugar» singer rocked the night in Indio, California, where he debuted two brand new tracks («Boyfriends» and «Late Night Talking») that appear to be from his upcoming album, which drops May 20.The stadium-worthy performance reached a fever pitch when, near the end of performing One Direction's «What Makes You Beautiful,» Twain's «Man! I Feel Like a Woman!» started blaring from the speaker, and the crowd went wild! The country music legend also rocked her classic, «You're Still the One.»Styles, 28, donned a low-cut jumpsuit with rainbow sequins. Not to be outdone, Twain, 56, rocked a matching sequin dress with white go-go boots.Styles, who also belted out his hit new single, «As It Was,» addressed Twain and opened up to her what she meant to him and his career.«In the car, with my mother as a child, this lady taught me to sing,» said Styles via.

Big Sean has something to say about his performance at the 2022 Coachella Music Festival, and it involves Harry Styles.

LIVE – Updated at 17:32After a two-year absence, Coachella has made its highly anticipated return. Located in Indio, California, the desert festival has gained popularity over the years for its glitzy Instagram-worthy dress code and major celebrity guest sightings. The festival leads the pack when it comes to innovative lineups.

Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber stay close as they leave 2022 Coachella Music Festival on Friday night (April 15) in Indio, Calif.

Coachella 2022 kicked off on Friday with performances from some of music's biggest stars for its opening weekend. Headliner Harry Styles dazzled in a sequined jumpsuit as he hit the stage to perform some of his hits, including "As It is," "Adore You," and new songs from his forthcoming album, "Harry's House." Styles, 28, also stunned the crowd when he brought out the "Queen of Country Pop" Shania Twain for a one-of-a-kind performance of her iconic "Man, I Feel Like a Woman." Both stars appeared equally excited to be in each other's presence, as Styles reportedly shared how he grew up on Twain's music thanks to his mom. "Shania Twain taught me to sing," Styles told the Coachella crowd.

WATCH: Shania Twain makes surprise Coachella appearance"Coachella, are you ready to have some fun tonight?" the 28-year-old asked the packed crowd after singing his hit song Golden, only for the band to play the opening chords and Shania appeared from below the stage."Make some noise for Shania Twain!" he said, adding: "Now, I have to tell you in the car with my mother as a child, this lady taught me to sing. She also told me that men are trash, but the memories you gave me with my mother, I’ll be forever grateful.""I am so honored and thrilled to be here,” Shania added, admitting she was "starstruck" to be on stage with Harry."No, really, I’m a fan of you, of course.

Harry Styles headlined Coachella last night (April 15), and was joined on stage by Shania Twain – see footage, setlist and more below.Styles will release new album ‘Harry’s House’, which follows the star’s 2017 self-titled debut and 2019’s ‘Fine Line’, on May 20. This weekend, he’ll be joined by Billie Eilish and The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia as Coachella headliners.During his 18-song set, he gave a live debut to record-breaking comeback single ‘As It Was’ as well as live debuts to new tracks called ‘Boyfriends’ and ‘Late Night Talking’.Towards the end of the set, Twain joined Styles on stage to perform her hits ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ and ‘You’re Still The One’.Styles then rounded off the set with ‘Watermelon Sugar’ before returning for an encore of ‘Kiwi’ and ‘Sign Of The Times’.Check out Twain and Styles’ duets, alongside other highlights of the performance and a full setlist, below.I mean c’mon….

LIVE – Updated at 05:46After a two-year absence, Coachella finally makes its highly-anticipated return today (15 April). Located in Indio, California, the desert festival has gained popularity over the years for its glitzy Instagram-worthy dress code and major celebrity guest sightings. Before the pandemic shut down large-scale music events, Coachella’s 2019 top-billed performers covered the musical spectrum with Childish Gambino’s hip-hop, Ariana Grande’s pop, and Tame Impala’s alternative indie.

As announced earlier this week, Arcade Fire played a secret set on the first day of Coachella 2022 yesterday (April 15) – see photos, footage, setlist and more below.Frontman Win Butler teased the band’s appearance on Thursday (April 14) on Twitter, noting that he was spending his birthday at the California event. “Decided to spend my birthday somewhere warm and dry,” he wrote, posting a picture of himself throwing up the peace sign in what could be the backstage area of the festival.Yesterday, the band performed in the Mojave Tent at the California festival, which was headlined by Harry Styles.During the set, the band performed tracks from upcoming new album ‘WE’, due out next month.