Madonna’s Coachella 2027 billing sparks fan backlash

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will run in Indio, California, over two weekends: April 9–11 and April 16–18, 2027. Lipa will headline Friday, alongside a bill that includes Madonna, Zara Larsson, Steve Lacy, Jisoo, Diljit Dosanjh, Peggy Gou and Kehlani.

Tame Impala will lead Saturday’s program, with Phoebe Bridgers, Weezer, Tiësto, Martin Garrix and Robyn among the scheduled performers, according to Rolling Stone. SZA is the Sunday headliner. Don Toliver, Dom Dolla, Kygo, Empire of the Sun, Four Tet, Becky G, Victoria Monét, Tove Lo, Remi Wolf and Muna are also listed for that day.

Fans objected to Madonna’s placement on Friday, with several arguing on social media that she merited headliner status. One asked, “How is MADONNA not gonna be a headliner…? Are they slow?” Another wrote, “Dua Lipa above Madonna is a choice.” A further commenter called it “The disrespect to Madonna…” Others questioned why SZA and Tame Impala would headline while Madonna was listed below the top billing.

The dispute follows Madonna’s surprise appearance at Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella set on April 17, 2026. During Carpenter’s headline performance, “Juno” transitioned into Madonna’s 1990 hit “Vogue,” and the two performed together. Madonna later said on Instagram that a vintage jacket, corset and dress worn for the appearance, along with other wardrobe items, were missing. She appealed for their return and offered a financial reward.

Separately, The Blast reported that BTS had been approached about performing at the 2027 festival but declined after discussions ended without a deal. The reason has not been disclosed, and neither the group nor its management has commented.