Coachella 2025
The desert heat couldn’t compete with the firepower of Coachella 2025’s star-studded lineup, as music legends and modern icons alike took the stage this past weekend to deliver electrifying performances. Among the most talked-about sets were those by pop powerhouse Lady Gaga and punk-rock trailblazers Green Day, each bringing their signature flair to the Empire Polo Club grounds.
Gaga’s Grand Return
Making her long-awaited return to the Coachella stage, Lady Gaga delivered a genre-bending set that reminded fans why she remains a dominant force in pop music. Dressed in a futuristic silver bodysuit and backed by stunning visuals, she opened with “Stupid Love” before seamlessly weaving through fan favorites like “Poker Face,” “Rain on Me,” and the haunting ballad “Shallow.”
Gaga also debuted a new song rumored to be from her upcoming album, sending social media into a frenzy. “There’s no place like Coachella to share new art with the world,” she told the crowd, her voice full of emotion. Her set ended with a fireworks-laced performance of “Bad Romance,” leaving the audience in awe.
Green Day Brings the Punk Spirit
Meanwhile, Green Day proved that punk is alive and well with a high-octane set that spanned decades of rebellious anthems. Frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, ever the showman, led the band through explosive renditions of hits like “American Idiot,” “Basket Case,” and “Boulevard of Broken Dreams.” The crowd roared in approval, with mosh pits forming as the band unleashed their raw energy.
“This one’s for every kid who picked up a guitar in their garage,” Armstrong shouted, before launching into “When I Come Around.” Green Day also surprised fans with a guest appearance by Avril Lavigne, who joined the band on a fiery duet of “Know Your Enemy.”
A Weekend of Iconic Moments
While Gaga and Green Day were clear standouts, the weekend was full of unforgettable performances. SZA captivated with a soulful, dance-heavy set. Latin sensation Peso Pluma lit up the stage with corridos tumbados and reggaeton-infused beats. Indie darling Phoebe Bridgers made a surprise appearance during a Boygenius reunion, and EDM headliner Skrillex closed out the night with a dizzying light show and a surprise B2B set with Fred again..
Coachella 2025 continues next weekend with a similar lineup, giving fans another chance to catch the magic. But if this first weekend was any indication, this year’s festival will go down as one of the most iconic yet.
Whether you came for the nostalgia, the new hits, or the surprise collaborations, Coachella once again proved it’s not just a festival—it’s a cultural phenomenon.
