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Every band playing at 2015 Coachella

by Kelsey McKinney
Angus & Julia Stone at Coachella last year
Angus & Julia Stone at Coachella last year
Angus & Julia Stone at Coachella last year
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One of the best days of the year is the announcement of the Coachella lineup. The three-day, two-weekend (April 10-12 and April 17-19) festival that takes place in the Southern California desert every year is a haven for music-lovers, celebrities, and like being hot and awkwardly swaying to sounds.

Concertgoers camp out on the grounds and buy tickets far in advance of the show’s lineup announcement. Those who purchased early are in luck, because 2015 looks like it will be one of the most talented lineups in a while. With headliners like AC/DC, Jack White, and Drake, there’s plenty of talent to go around.

The further you get down the chart, though, the more diverse it becomes. Highlights from deeper in the list include St. Vincent, Angel Olsen, Kimbra, FKA Twigs, Jenny Lewis, Run the Jewels, and Perfume Genius.

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Here is a playlist to listen to in preparation. The only artists missing from the playlist are AC/DC, Vic Mensa, Jason Bentley, J.E.S.&S., OFF!, and Annie Mac. Their music is not available on Spotify.

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