Coachella 2025: Artists added last minute after unexpected cancellations

The excitement for Coachella 2025 has been more intense as the two highly anticipated weekends approach, but not without a few unexpected bumps. With just a week to go until the festival starts, major changes have hit the lineup, including last-minute cancellations from FKA Twigs, Anitta, and Gel. 

Coachella organizers have added Ed Sheeran and Weezer to the roster, offering fans a new wave of talent to look forward to. Both Sheeran and Weezer will be taking over the Mojave stage, switching things up from their usual big-stage performances. 

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Weezer is set to play on Saturday of Weekend One, while Sheeran will hit the Mojave stage on Saturday of Weekend Two—right before headliner Travis Scott closes out the night. Both artists are taking the stage at 3:00 p.m. for their sets.

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While many fans were excited at the initial announcement of FKA twigs, Anitta, and Gel, things have taken an unexpected turn. FKA Twigs had to cancel her performances due to visa issues related to her Eusexua tour, which left her unable to perform at Coachella.

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Twigs clarified the situation in a post, stating, “Production did not fill out the correct paperwork" in a timely manner, leaving fans who were looking forward to attending the North American tour dates, disappointed.

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Hardcore band Gel announced their breakup, canceling their performance. Meanwhile, Brazilian pop sensation Anitta also announced that she would no longer be performing at Coachella, leaving fans to wonder about the “unexpected personal reasons” behind her withdrawal.

Despite the lineup shake-up, Coachella organizers acted quickly to bring in big names like Ed Sheeran and Weezer, ensuring that this year’s festival will still be filled with incredible performances.