Outside Lands fans got a surprise upgrade for the SOMA stage this Friday, August 8 — Bonobo is officially replacing DJ Koze, sparking a wave of positive reactions across the r/OutsideLands subreddit.
While some attendees initially expressed disappointment over Koze’s absence, the mood quickly shifted as Bonobo’s name surfaced as his replacement. Known for his lush, immersive live sets and mastery in blending electronic beats with live instrumentation, Bonobo has been widely praised as a worthy substitute. Many forum users highlighted his “strong vibe” and predicted he could become a top show of the weekend.
Comments comparing Bonobo favorably to other standout acts like Thundercat only added to the buzz. The community’s excitement reflects the general consensus: this lineup update ultimately elevates the festival’s already impressive offerings.
With Outside Lands set to run August 8-10 in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, the SOMA stage change is the latest buzzworthy moment in a lineup featuring headliners Tyler, The Creator, Hozier, and Doja Cat, as well as Vampire Weekend, Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, Jamie xx, and Glass Animals.
For festival-goers prepping to hit the grounds this Friday, circle Bonobo as a can’t-miss act — his performance promises to be a highlight on the SOMA stage and a fresh take on what was already shaping up to be a stellar Outside Lands weekend.
Source: r/OutsideLands