A speculative Coachella 2026 lineup has been making waves online, featuring Tame Impala, Foo Fighters, and Sabrina Carpenter as the three main headliners across the two festival weekends. The mock roster spans genres from indie and rock to hip-hop and electronic, with Skrillex and Jamie xx slated as closing DJs.
Proposed Headliners & Highlights by Day:
- Friday: Tame Impala, Lorde, Camila Cabello, Armin van Buuren, Mitski, Iggy Pop, Grizzly Bear, Kesha, Bloc Party, Big Thief
- Saturday: Foo Fighters, Doechii, My Bloody Valentine, Earl Sweatshirt, Busta Rhymes, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Carl Cox, 4 Non Blondes, Paul Van Dyk
- Sunday: Sabrina Carpenter, Nine Inch Nails, Incubus, M.I.A., Mastodon, The B-52’s, Joy Orbison, Sharon Van Etten, Kevin Parker (of Tame Impala)
- Closing Sets: Skrillex and Jamie xx
Community Reactions
The lineup has sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism across fan forums and social media channels:
- Many question Sabrina Carpenter’s role as a headliner, with some calling it an unusual choice given her current position in the festival hierarchy.
- Fans debate whether Nine Inch Nails deserve a top billing over Foo Fighters or Sabrina Carpenter.
- There are calls for stronger hip-hop and R&B headliners to better represent those genres on the main stages.
- Some argue the indie/rock headliner slots feel underwhelming, debating the placement of Foo Fighters and Tame Impala versus bigger rock acts.
- Suggestions to swap in bands like Metallica to boost the rock pedigree and address the lineup’s balance repeatedly appeared in discussions.
While entirely unofficial, this mock build showcases ongoing fan expectations for Coachella’s future bookings—highlighting the push for a more inclusive, top-tier, and genre-diverse lineup. Stay tuned to Extra Chill for all confirmed updates as the 2026 festival announcement approaches.
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Source: r/coachella