Coachella makes last-minute changes to festival lineup!
Indio, California - One day before the start of Coachella's first weekend, the music fest turned up the heat by adding Blink-182 to the mix – but that's not all.
Music and gaming fans have a lot to look forward to this weekend!
According to Billboard, Blink-182, led by Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge, has been confirmed as a last-minute addition to the 2023 Coachella lineup, and will perform on Friday night.
The group was originally set to kick off their tour on March 11, but it was postponed due to drummer Travis Barker's finger injury.
Additionally, it was announced that Coachella 2023 will also feature a new "Coachella Island" experience in the metaverse thanks to a partnership with Fortnite.
"Fortnite is the ideal partner for Coachella due to their shared emphasis on creativity, entertainment, and cultural impact," said Coachella innovation lead Sam Schoonover.
This virtual experience will allow attendees to explore a digital remake of the festival grounds, take part in dance competitions, and purchase in-game "merch," providing a fully immersive experience for players and music fans alike.
Music by Porter Robinson, an artist who is also on the Coachella's 2023 lineup, will be playing on the island.
The festival's Friday lineup will also feature acts such as the Chemical Brothers, Kaytranada, and more!
What does Coachella Music Festival's 2023 lineup look like?
The 2023 Coachella lineup is stacked with an impressive array of musical talent.
Headliners for the festival include Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean, all of whom are sure to draw massive crowds to the main stage. British actor Idris Elba is also set to take the stage for his DJ set on Friday.
Overall, the lineup for this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is one of the strongest yet, and promises an unforgettable and magical experience for all music fans.
Coachella's weekend one will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California from Friday-Sunday, and weekend two will take place from April 21-23.
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