Another year, another Coachella full of Latine talent. Not only did fans enjoy the artists from our communities on the festival’s bill, but they were also treated to surprise guests who appeared throughout the weekend. Here’s who represented our cultures during the festival’s first weekend that took place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA, from Apr. 12 to 14.
Latine artists took over Friday (Apr. 12). Special guests that day included none other than Shakira during Bizarrap’s set. The talented artists presented their two collaborations together, including the first ever performance of “La Fuerte” from Shak’s newest album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. She also announced official news for her upcoming world tour, which she shared will start in November.
Peso Pluma shared his Coachella moment with colleagues like Becky G for their duet “Chanel,” Junior H for “El Azul,” and Arcángel for their newest song “Peso Completo.” He also invited Santa Fe Klan for “No Son Klle.”
The next day (Apr. 13), there were more unannounced Latine artists in diverse slots. Santa Fe Klan brought out Mexican rapper Tornillo for their hard-hitting collaboration “Un Día Todo Se Termina” and Colombian rapper Nanpa Básico for “Te Iré a Buscar.”
Sky Ferreira was also part of this year’s surprise guests during Kevin Abstract’s set. She performed a heartfelt cover of Lady A’s “Need You Now.” Blxst also brought out Feid to sing their collaboration “Rewind” for the first time together on stage.
Moreover, Kali Uchis was one of Tyler, The Creator’s surprise guests. The Colombian-American artist joined him for their hit collaboration “See You Again,” marking her first festival performance as a mother.
The following day (Apr. 14), surprise Latine artists included Ryan Castro during LUDMILLA’s slot. The two artists performed their hit “Pinã Colada” together. Carin León also invited Venezuelan pop duo Mau y Ricky on stage for their collaboration “Llorar y Llorar.”
J Balvin’s set also included special guests such as Jowell & Randy for “COLMILLO,” and later again with De La Ghetto for their newest collaboration “Triple S.” Lastly, DJ Snake brought out Peso Pluma to give fans a sneak peek of their upcoming collaboration “TEKA,” which will be released on Apr. 17.
Coachella’s second weekend will take place on Apr. 19 to 21.