Coachella 2025: Artists Redefining Global Music

Explore how Coachella 2025 artists are transforming the global music landscape with innovative fusions and powerful messages.

Coachella 2025 wasn't just a parade of fashion and viral trends; it was a showcase of how music is evolving toward a more inclusive, hybrid, and engaged era. From pop icons to emerging talents, the festival brought together artists who are redefining the global sound.

Lady Gaga: an artistic evolution

Lady Gaga's performance was a testament to her constant reinvention. With a repertoire that included everything from "Poker Face" to new compositions like "Killah" with Gesaffelstein, Gaga offered a theatrical show that fused music and visual art.

Green Day and activism on stage

Green Day not only brought punk nostalgia to the stage, but also used their platform to express solidarity with global causes, adapting lyrics in support of Palestine.

Charli XCX: Collaborations and Bold Statements

Charli XCX surprised the audience with special guests including Troye Sivan, Lorde, and Billie Eilish. Her appearance at an afterparty with a band that proclaimed "Miss Should Be Headliner" sparked debate about her placement on the lineup.

Sound diversity: from Megan Thee Stallion to Junior H

Megan Thee Stallion delivered an energetic performance, highlighting her collaboration with Queen Latifah on "UNITY." Meanwhile, Junior H represented regional Mexican music, demonstrating the growing inclusion of Latin genres at the festival.

+Global sounds and powerful messages

Artists like Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 paid homage to the legacy of Afrobeat, while Clairo was introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders, fusing music and political activism.