K-Pop acts that took over Coachella through the years
Veterans of Korean hip-hop, Epik High brought swagger and lyricism in equal measure. Their 2016 debut was low-key but magnetic; by 2022, they returned, ready to remind the crowd that rhythm, when wielded right, can be its own form of rebellion. BLACKPINK – 2019, 2023 (and beyond)
Above BLACKPINK - 'Pretty Savage' Live at Coachella 2023
If there's a singular inflexion point in this saga, it's BLACKPINK in 2019. As the first K-pop girl group to perform at Coachella, their set was sleek, searing, and historically resonant. By 2023, they weren't merely part of the festival—they were the festival. Headliners. Icons. Four solo stages. One cultural phenomenon.
And in 2025, Lisa and Jennie return, each taking the stage on their own terms, a kind of glittering déjà vu with more diamonds and fewer doubts. 2NE1 – 2022
A reunion whispered about in forums and willed into existence by collective nostalgia. When 2NE1 appeared, unannounced, to perform I Am the Best , time collapsed. It was a reminder that K-pop's history is rich, complicated, and deeply adored. aespa – 2022
Above aespa vlogs at Coachella
Where 2NE1 summoned memory, aespa conjured the future. Their Coachella debut was all metaverse and momentum, a sonic spectacle powered by AI avatars and cybernetic flair. In a sea of indie boys and recycled synths, aespa felt like a glitch in the matrix—in the best possible way. Jackson Wang – 2022, 2023
Above Jackson Wang - Coachella 2023 Tech Rehearsal Video
Charisma in human form, Jackson Wang was a moment in Coachella. His 2022 debut was charged, but 2023 saw him enter a new gear, teaming up with BIBI for Feeling Lucky before launching into a set that blurred the line between pop concert and fever dream. BIBI – 2022, 2023
Sultry, strange, and sublime, BIBI brings an edge that's hard to define. Her 2022 set hinted at chaos; her 2023 duet with Jackson confirmed it. Hers is a performance style that resists polish—and therein lies its power. DPR LIVE and DPR IAN – 2023
Think less boy band, more cinematic universe. The DPR collective delivered a visceral, genre-hopping performance in 2023, equal parts poetry and pyrotechnics. R&B, hip-hop, and the occasional existential crisis—all in one set. ATEEZ – 2024
Above ATEEZ in Coachella
It took over a decade, but Coachella finally welcomed its first K-pop boy group in 2024. Their performance was a masterclass in stamina and synchronisation, the kind of set that leaves both fans and festival execs wondering: why didn't this happen sooner? LE SSERAFIM – 2024
With elegance and edge, LE SSERAFIM captivated 2024 audiences, melding powerful choreography with vocals that felt both sharp and tender. Theirs is a group that understands the paradox of performance—precision that still feels free. The Rose – 2024
For those seeking something quieter, something aching, The Rose offered respite. Their 2024 set was plaintive and poetic, a balm amidst the bombast. Proof that K-pop isn't a monolith—it's a spectrum. ENHYPEN – 2025
Above ENHYPEN at Coachella 2025
A newer group with old-school polish, ENHYPEN's arrival in 2025 felt inevitable—like the beat drop you know is coming, but still sends shivers when it hits. XG – 2025
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