Quick take: solid names, but a lot of fans were expecting more rare b2b surprises and left feeling underwhelmed. If you love main-stage dance icons, this is still a tasty little run — but it doesn’t have the spicy exclusives Quasar used to be known for.
Weekend breakdown
- Friday, April 10 — Pawsa (extended set)
- Saturday, April 11 — David Guetta (extended set)
- Sunday, April 12 — Fatboy Slim (extended set)
What fans are saying
The r/coachella post collected a range of reactions — from hype to disappointment. Highlights:
- “David Guetta ending racism in the desert gonna be the greatest moment in Coachella history” — one user was hyped for Guetta’s set.
- Other fans felt Quasar’s bookings have slipped: “Wow Quasar went from really fun and forward thinking line-ups to Las Vegas pool party in 3 years…”
- Several commenters missed the era of surprise b2b sets: “This year is kinda missing that special rare b2b you wouldn’t get anywhere else.”
- Mixed takes on each weekend: some say Weekend 1 looks strong while Weekend 2 feels uninspiring unless you’re specifically there for the billed DJs.
- Questions and rumors popped up in the thread — people asked whether Armin/Beyer are exclusive to Weekend 2 and noted chatter about DJ Snake canceling shows for health reasons. Those points weren’t confirmed in the thread and look like typical festival rumor mill fodder.
Why this matters
Quasar has been a spot for extended sets and rare electronic pairings that you don’t see elsewhere on site. This year’s lineup leans on established names rather than shock-value b2b bookings, which explains the split reaction. For people chasing those unexpected collaborations or the deep underground sound Quasar sometimes delivered, this may feel like a downgrade; for fans who just want big-name extended DJ sets, the poster delivers.
If you’re trying to decide whether to swap days or plan your schedule: Pawsa and Fatboy Slim are going to have very different vibes — Pawsa is more club-forward, Fatboy Slim brings big-room party energy, and Guetta sits squarely in the crossover pop/DJ lane. Expect longer sets and peak-time energy at Quasar each night.
What do you think — are you excited or underwhelmed? Drop your takes in the comments and tell us which Quasar night you’d hit.
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/Coachella/comments/1qnranw/quasar_announcement/