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Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.

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The 31 Best Albums of 2026 So Far

We're highlighting some of 2026's most outstanding albums to date by rounding up the ones that have earned high scores and Best New Music designations with a quick list of RIYLs.

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CMAT came to Coachella with politics on her mind and an Irish dance step for California

CMAT's rise to fame reflects her lifelong obsession with pop culture and her unique persona in the music industry.

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Jury Finds Live Nation Illegally Monopolized Live Events Market

The states suing Live Nation gave closing arguments April 9th, imploring the jury to hold that the company had used its mammoth power to illegally crush competitors and grip the live entertainment industry with an iron fist.

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Companies spend millions to send influencers to Coachella festival

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Coachella Has Hit Peak Sponcon. The Internet is Not Having It

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KATSEYE, Ariana Madix, & More Chic Coachella 'Fits At NYLON House

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The architects of Coachella: How five artists reshaped 25 years of the festival

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The Real Coachella Is Happening On Creator Streams

Creators are reshaping the Coachella experience and driving its global reach, significantly impacting brand engagement and media value.

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Justin Trudeau at Coachella? That's just wrong: at a certain age, things must change

Coachella has evolved into a festival primarily for influencers and celebrities, raising questions about middle-aged attendance and cultural relevance.

Marketing

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Companies spend millions to send influencers to Coachella festival

Coachella generates significant revenue, with brands investing heavily in influencer marketing to enhance their presence at the festival.

Silicon Valley food

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Coachella Has Hit Peak Sponcon. The Internet is Not Having It

Coachella has transformed from a music festival into a commercialized event dominated by brand activations and influencer culture.

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Fashion & style

KATSEYE, Ariana Madix, & More Chic Coachella 'Fits At NYLON House

Arts

The architects of Coachella: How five artists reshaped 25 years of the festival

Coachella integrates a significant art component alongside music, showcasing innovative works from selected artists in a unique festival environment.

Media industry

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The Real Coachella Is Happening On Creator Streams

Creators are reshaping the Coachella experience and driving its global reach, significantly impacting brand engagement and media value.

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Justin Trudeau at Coachella? That's just wrong: at a certain age, things must change

Coachella has evolved into a festival primarily for influencers and celebrities, raising questions about middle-aged attendance and cultural relevance.

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Clipse Have Travis Barker Drum for Coachella Set

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Watch Travis Barker Drum for Clipse at Coachella 2026

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Clipse Have Travis Barker Drum for Coachella Set

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Watch Travis Barker Drum for Clipse at Coachella 2026

Women in technology

At Coachella, Karol G Makes History As First Latin Female Headliner

US politics

Karol G Warned to Not Speak Out Against Ice Ahead of Coachella

Karol G was warned against speaking out on ICE due to visa concerns but aims to deliver a meaningful message for the immigrant community.

Karol G at Coachella review electrifying set destined for festival's hall of fame

Karol G became the first Latina woman to headline Coachella, delivering a powerful performance celebrating Latinx pride and cultural significance.

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See the setlist for Karol G's Coachella set (Updating live)

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Karol G makes history at Coachella

Coachella 2026: Karol G's historic headlining set was lusty, powerful and overdue

Karol G became the first Latina to headline Coachella, expressing pride and frustration over the delay in representation for Latino artists.

Women in technology

At Coachella, Karol G Makes History As First Latin Female Headliner

US politics

Karol G Warned to Not Speak Out Against Ice Ahead of Coachella

Karol G was warned against speaking out on ICE due to visa concerns but aims to deliver a meaningful message for the immigrant community.

Karol G at Coachella review electrifying set destined for festival's hall of fame

Karol G became the first Latina woman to headline Coachella, delivering a powerful performance celebrating Latinx pride and cultural significance.

NYC music

See the setlist for Karol G's Coachella set (Updating live)

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Karol G makes history at Coachella

Coachella 2026: Karol G's historic headlining set was lusty, powerful and overdue

Karol G became the first Latina to headline Coachella, expressing pride and frustration over the delay in representation for Latino artists.

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A weird dream' of an arts festival began 10 years ago in the California desert can it survive its growing popularity?

The Bombay Beach Biennale is a unique art festival that combines counter-culture, community engagement, and environmental revitalization in a desolate California town.

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Before Apple Music, There Was MapleMusic-Canada's Forgotten Pioneer | The Walrus

Technology has reshaped music distribution, with significant contributions from companies like Apple, YouTube, and various global streaming services.

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Conference Music - San Francisco Bay Times

Conferences can be vibrant and engaging, focusing on progressive themes and community rather than traditional formalities.

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Inheritance in sound: Young Concert Artists and the future of music

Music is an inheritance that preserves human feeling, and institutions like Young Concert Artists are essential for fostering talent and ensuring its future.

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16 New Songs Out Today

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New Songs Out Today

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10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

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Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Peter Frampton, Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Kehlani, and Love Burns.

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists including Kurt Vile, American Football, and Alabama Shakes.

16 New Songs Out Today

New music releases and updates from various artists across genres are highlighted weekly.

New Songs Out Today

New music reviews, album releases, and artist insights are shared weekly across various genres.

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New music releases include albums from My New Band Believe, upsammy, and Valentina Magaletti, showcasing diverse styles and innovative sounds.

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New music releases this week include tracks from BossMan Dlow, Dari Bay, and Isaiah Rashad, showcasing diverse styles and themes.

New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Peter Frampton, Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Kehlani, and Love Burns.

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists including Kurt Vile, American Football, and Alabama Shakes.

Watch Hayley Williams and Jeff Tweedy Cover Unknown Mortal Orchestra on Colbert

Jeff Tweedy performed with Hayley Williams on The Late Show and discussed his friendship with Nick Offerman.

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Kelela, Kurt Vile, Olof Dreijer, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

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17 New Songs Out Today

Kelela, Kurt Vile, Olof Dreijer, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.

17 New Songs Out Today

Afghan Whigs, MUNA, Nation of Language, and Fire-Toolz have released new music and videos, showcasing diverse themes and styles.

Bedouine shares "Always on Time," announces North American tour

Bedouine's new album 'Neon Summer Skin' features the single 'Always on Time,' focusing on personal timelines and the journey of self-acceptance.

Nine Inch Nails detail Nine Inch Noize album ++ Coachella pics

Nine Inch Noize debuted at Coachella, featuring Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Boys Noize, and Mariqueen Maandig, with a new album released.

Nine Inch Noize made their official debut at Coachella, covered Soft Cell (video, setlist)

Nine Inch Noize debuted at Coachella with a 45-minute set featuring 11 songs, including new remixes and a Soft Cell cover.

Nine Inch Nails detail Nine Inch Noize album ++ Coachella pics

Nine Inch Noize debuted at Coachella, featuring Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Boys Noize, and Mariqueen Maandig, with a new album released.

Nine Inch Noize made their official debut at Coachella, covered Soft Cell (video, setlist)

Nine Inch Noize debuted at Coachella with a 45-minute set featuring 11 songs, including new remixes and a Soft Cell cover.

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Coheed and Cambria Announce Neverender Festival with Co-Headliner Circa Survive

The Neverender Festival will take place at the Observatory Festival Grounds in Santa Ana, California, featuring a lineup that includes Circa Survive, Sunny Day Real Estate, and more. Coheed and Cambria will perform their albums The Afterman: Ascension and The Afterman: Descension in full during both the festival and the Neverender Rocks concert.

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Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 Lineup & Schedule: All the Set Times You Need to Know

The schedule for the second weekend of the 2026 Coachella Festival has been announced, featuring Kacey Musgraves and returning headliners.

Coachella 2026: What You Didn't See on the Livestream

Coachella 2026 featured memorable performances despite challenges like high ticket prices and set time conflicts.

Music

Geese Also Did Justin Bieber's Hits at Coachella

Watch Dijon Bring Out Mk.gee at Coachella 2026

Dijon and Mk.gee performed together at Coachella 2026, marking Dijon's first billing at the festival.

Coachella Sunday Livestream: Karol G, FKA twigs, Iggy Pop & More

Coachella 2026's Sunday features major performances, including Karol G, FKA twigs, and Iggy Pop, with livestreaming available on YouTube and the festival app.

Coachella Saturday Livestream: Justin Bieber, The Strokes, and More

Coachella 2026 features live performances from major artists, including Justin Bieber and The Strokes, streamed across multiple channels on YouTube.

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Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 Lineup & Schedule: All the Set Times You Need to Know

The schedule for the second weekend of the 2026 Coachella Festival has been announced, featuring Kacey Musgraves and returning headliners.

Coachella 2026: What You Didn't See on the Livestream

Coachella 2026 featured memorable performances despite challenges like high ticket prices and set time conflicts.

Music

Geese Also Did Justin Bieber's Hits at Coachella

Watch Dijon Bring Out Mk.gee at Coachella 2026

Dijon and Mk.gee performed together at Coachella 2026, marking Dijon's first billing at the festival.

Coachella Sunday Livestream: Karol G, FKA twigs, Iggy Pop & More

Coachella 2026's Sunday features major performances, including Karol G, FKA twigs, and Iggy Pop, with livestreaming available on YouTube and the festival app.

Coachella Saturday Livestream: Justin Bieber, The Strokes, and More

Coachella 2026 features live performances from major artists, including Justin Bieber and The Strokes, streamed across multiple channels on YouTube.

Hayley Williams and Jeff Tweedy Cover Unknown Mortal Orchestra's "FFunny FFrends" on Colbert

Hayley Williams and Jeff Tweedy performed a cover of Unknown Mortal Orchestra's 'Ffunny Ffriends' on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Watch Hayley Williams cover UMO w/ Jeff Tweedy on Colbert, bring out Jason Isbell & more at NYC shows

Hayley Williams performed at Hammerstein Ballroom and later joined Jeff Tweedy on The Late Show to cover a song in honor of the show's staff.

Hayley Williams and Jeff Tweedy Cover Unknown Mortal Orchestra's "FFunny FFrends" on Colbert

Hayley Williams and Jeff Tweedy performed a cover of Unknown Mortal Orchestra's 'Ffunny Ffriends' on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Watch Hayley Williams cover UMO w/ Jeff Tweedy on Colbert, bring out Jason Isbell & more at NYC shows

Hayley Williams performed at Hammerstein Ballroom and later joined Jeff Tweedy on The Late Show to cover a song in honor of the show's staff.

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R&B today is like Brazilian football the creativity, the skill': Odeal, the genre's hottest UK star

Odeal's music sits loosely within R&B, also drawing on Afrobeats, neo-soul and contemporary pop. Across his catalogue, love is rarely conclusive. Instead, songs live in emotional grey areas.

London music

Justin Bieber's YouTube Coachella set had nothing to do with who owns his music

Justin Bieber performed snippets of his older songs from YouTube during his Coachella set, contrary to speculation about his catalog sale affecting performance rights.

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Justin Bieber Speedruns Through His Early Hits

Justin Bieber (and his laptop) headline Coachella Night 2

Justin Bieber performed at Coachella, showcasing his new music and old hits while engaging with the audience through YouTube Premium.

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Justin Bieber's YouTube Coachella set had nothing to do with who owns his music

Justin Bieber performed snippets of his older songs from YouTube during his Coachella set, contrary to speculation about his catalog sale affecting performance rights.

Music production

Justin Bieber Speedruns Through His Early Hits

Justin Bieber (and his laptop) headline Coachella Night 2

Justin Bieber performed at Coachella, showcasing his new music and old hits while engaging with the audience through YouTube Premium.

UK hip hop/soul artist Wesley Joseph announces first North American tour; stream new album 'Forever Ends Someday'

Wesley Joseph announces his first North American tour supporting his debut album, Forever Ends Someday, from October 7 to October 23.

Watch Oklou Bring Out Underscores at Coachella 2026

Oklou performed her first full set at Coachella 2026, featuring collaborations with Underscores and Casey MQ.

Joe Bonamassa and George Benson on B.B. King's Blues Summit 100, Blues vs Jazz, and Life on the Road: Podcast

Bonamassa explains the origin of the sprawling tribute, saying, 'It was brought to my attention... that B.B. King would be turning 100... and nobody was planning on doing much. I said we need to do something.'

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The Strokes Plot Tour of North America, Europe, and Japan

The Strokes will tour North America, Japan, and Europe, supporting their new album 'Reality Awaits' with various artists.

The Strokes Announce 2026 Headlining Tour

The Strokes will embark on a North American headlining tour this summer and fall, supporting their new album, Reality Awaits.

The Strokes Fulfill "Lifelong Dream of Opening for Justin Bieber" During Coachella Return

The Strokes performed a 15-song set at Coachella, featuring early hits and new tracks, while addressing social issues during their performance.

The Strokes Plot Tour of North America, Europe, and Japan

The Strokes will tour North America, Japan, and Europe, supporting their new album 'Reality Awaits' with various artists.

The Strokes Announce 2026 Headlining Tour

The Strokes will embark on a North American headlining tour this summer and fall, supporting their new album, Reality Awaits.

The Strokes Fulfill "Lifelong Dream of Opening for Justin Bieber" During Coachella Return

The Strokes performed a 15-song set at Coachella, featuring early hits and new tracks, while addressing social issues during their performance.

NYC music

Tour news: Big Kids, David Sedaris, Sincere Engineer, Pickathon, more

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NYC music

Tour news: Jesca Hoop, Shakira, Man Man, Daniel Caesar, Sturgill Simpson, Ellen Allien, more

Tour news: Big Kids, David Sedaris, Sincere Engineer, Pickathon, more

Several bands and artists have announced upcoming tours and shows across various locations.

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Tour news: Jesca Hoop, Shakira, Man Man, Daniel Caesar, Sturgill Simpson, Ellen Allien, more

Multiple artists have announced upcoming tours across North America this summer and fall.

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The xx at Coachella review indie trio reunites for spellbinding, rangy set

The xx reunited at Coachella after eight years, delivering a seamless set that blended their classic sound with solo material.

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Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026

The UK summer festival season features major events like Reading and Leeds, Isle of Wight, and Boardmasters, catering to diverse musical tastes.

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Chris Brown and Usher are going on tour together: 'It's time'

Usher and Chris Brown announced a joint tour titled 'R&B: Raymond & Brown' with no details on dates or locations.

Chris Brown and Usher Are Going on Tour Together

Usher and Chris Brown are launching the R&B Tour together, coinciding with Brown's upcoming album release on May 8.

Chris Brown and Usher are going on tour together: 'It's time'

Usher and Chris Brown announced a joint tour titled 'R&B: Raymond & Brown' with no details on dates or locations.

Chris Brown and Usher Are Going on Tour Together

Usher and Chris Brown are launching the R&B Tour together, coinciding with Brown's upcoming album release on May 8.

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Watch Geese cover Justin Bieber at Coachella

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Watch Geese Cover Justin Bieber's "Baby" at Coachella 2026

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Watch Geese cover Justin Bieber at Coachella

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Watch Geese Cover Justin Bieber's "Baby" at Coachella 2026

After breaking Georgia's legal system, Young Thug takes a Coachella victory lap

Young Thug's Coachella performance showcased his influence and celebrated his decade-long career with hits and special guest appearances.

Jack White Extends 2026 Tour

Jack White has expanded his 2026 tour with new dates in North America and Europe, including multiple shows in Brooklyn and a closing event in Atlanta.

Jack White announces North American tour (show w/ Angine de Poitrine included)

Jack White has announced new tour dates and released new singles, performing on SNL and at Coachella.

Jack White Extends 2026 Tour

Jack White has expanded his 2026 tour with new dates in North America and Europe, including multiple shows in Brooklyn and a closing event in Atlanta.

Jack White announces North American tour (show w/ Angine de Poitrine included)

Jack White has announced new tour dates and released new singles, performing on SNL and at Coachella.

SXSW London has revealed some major names for its music lineup for 2026

SXSW London festival returns June 2-7, featuring major artists and over 200 emerging acts across various venues in east London.

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The world's largest Record Store Day celebration is coming to Rock Center

A massive music takeover at Rockefeller Center on April 18 will feature live performances, exclusive vinyl drops, and attract tens of thousands of fans.

Country Music's Middle Road

Two women topped American music charts simultaneously, marking a historic milestone for women in country music after nearly 70 years.

2 months ago

US politics

Charley Crockett Says Country Music "Should Be Taking Notes" from Bad Bunny

Country Music's Middle Road

Two women topped American music charts simultaneously, marking a historic milestone for women in country music after nearly 70 years.

2 months ago

US politics

Charley Crockett Says Country Music "Should Be Taking Notes" from Bad Bunny

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3 weeks ago

iHeartMedia / Tik Tok alliance sought to reinvent album releases

The initiative aspires to create 'a new blueprint for artist launches moving forward.' This partnership integrates fan interaction, live broadcast distribution, and platform-native amplification.

Music production

The Format Announce 2026 North American Fall Tour

The Format will embark on a fall 2026 US tour with The Get Up Kids as special guests, starting September 19th in Minneapolis.

Add to playlist: the beautifully dazed, countrified indie-rock of Tracey Nelson and the week's best new tracks

Austin Noll's debut album Hercules blends indie-rock and country, showcasing his melodic talent and self-aware songwriting.

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Kelsea Ballerini Explains Why She Moved to NYC and if She's Ever Moving Back

Ever since I was a little kid and I got to here for the first time, I always promised myself that I would do a season or a chapter of life in the city and that season and chapter is right now.

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