The XX’s recent throwback post celebrating their iconic 2010 Coachella set has ignited a wave of excitement across the r/coachella subreddit. Tagging the official Coachella page, the band’s nostalgic nod quickly turned heads, fueling widespread fan speculation about a potential headline-worthy return in 2026.
Their history with the festival runs deep, with five appearances between 2010 and 2017, but The XX have been largely off the festival radar since then. Members Romy and Jamie xx have been busy with solo projects—Romy’s Mid Air (2023) and Jamie xx’s acclaimed In Waves (2024) phase included major festival spots like Glastonbury. Yet whispers of new collaborative material have now fans manifesting a full band comeback just in time for Coachella’s next edition.
Despite the cheers and hopeful chatter, Coachella’s official lineup for 2026 has yet to be announced. The festival traditionally releases its lineup closer to the event dates, leaving The XX’s appearance unconfirmed for the moment.
For now, The XX remains a fan-favorite wildcard, a potential highlight alongside rumored big hitters Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde, Skrillex, and Kendrick Lamar. Keep your eyes on Extra Chill for the moment the official caps drop.
Source: r/coachella