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Coachella is filled with top-tier artists slated to take the stage, but if you dig a bit deeper into the undercard, there are some fantastic acts you shouldn’t sleep on. Here are our top six!
Every year, Coachella serves as both a pop culture moment and a place of discovery, introducing attendees to emerging artists and evolving festival trends and fashion.
For its 2026 edition, the festival returns to the Empire Polo Grounds on April 10–12 and April 17–19 with a stacked lineup and a range of multi-sensory experiences. Headliners include Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G, the first Latina to headline the festival, while the undercard and curated stages, such as Quasar, Do LaB, and Heineken House, offer plenty of diversity. Together, they reflect Coachella’s ongoing balance between mainstream appeal and underground scenes.
Beyond the headliners and fashion trends, Coachella has long functioned as a proving ground, where up-and-coming acts perform for large audiences and often reach new listeners. This year follows that pattern, with a group of electronic artists making their debut, each tied to different parts of a growing scene.
We’ve compiled six dance music acts who are making their Coachella debut this year, along with why they’re worth checking out. Read on for the full list, whether you’re planning to be there or want to discover new music.
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Six Must-See Dance Music Acts Making Their Coachella Debut in 2026
Ninajirachi
Australian producer and DJ Ninajirachi has built a reputation for high-energy, genre-blurring sets that pull from hyperpop, trance, and festival EDM. Emerging from the country’s online club scene, she gained traction through self-released tracks and collaborations with artists like Porter Robinson. Recognized for releases like girl EDM and her latest album, I Love My Computer, Ninajirachi’s work leans maximalist and reflects a generation raised on internet-influenced dance music.
There’s no doubt that Ninajirachi’s set will be filled with energy to get you through the day. Don’t miss out on her performance when she takes the stage on April 10 and April 17.
Jessica Brankka
Representing Brazil, DJ and producer Jessica Brankka has emerged as a notable figure in her country’s dance music scene, with a growing international presence. She has performed across major club circuits in Ibiza, Mykonos, Miami, and Milan, including sets at venues like Hï Ibiza and Warung Beach Club, as well as festivals such as Warung Day Festival. Brankka’s productions often move between Afro-house and melodic techno. She released her debut EP Lampião in collaboration with Floyd Lavine on the Frau Blau label, with support from artists including Solomun and Joris Voorn.
Her performances alongside artists like The Martinez Brothers and Monolink highlight her place within a well-connected circuit, as Brazilian electronic music continues to gain broader recognition worldwide. Don’t miss her sets on April 10 and April 17 if you want to get lost on the dancefloor to some sensational soundscapes.
RØZ
Hailing from Mexico City, RØZ is a DJ and producer duo made up of Manolo Cabrera and Hugo Lara. Working within the country’s growing dance music scene, they have built a following across streaming platforms and support from artists such as Subtronics and Cloonee.
Their sound sits within contemporary club music, house, and Latin core, and they’ve positioned themselves as part of a new wave of Mexican electronic acts aiming to expand the genre’s footprint both locally and internationally. Additionally, they have also collaborated with artists across the Latin American music industry, including Tom & Collins, songwriter Maye, and Yng Lvcas, and have been invited to open for international DJs such as deadmau5 and John Summit.
RØZ will take the stage on Sunday, April 12 and April 19, don’t sleep on their set!
Nine Inch Noize
Nine Inch Noize is a collaborative project between the band Nine Inch Nails and German producer Boys Noize. The partnership builds on a working relationship that has developed over several years, including Boys Noize opening on tour for the band and contributing to joint releases like “Challengers.” The two also worked together on the soundtrack for the movie TRON: Ares.
The project brings together Nine Inch Nails’ industrial rock catalog with Boys Noize’s background in electro and techno, resulting in hybrid live sets that include reworked versions of the band’s material. Their Coachella appearance marks one of the first major festival bookings under the Nine Inch Noize name, and their performance is sure to be electrifying when they take the stage on April 10 and April 17.
Photo Credit: @NilsvomlandeMarlon Hoffstadt
Berlin-based DJ and producer Marlon Hoffstadt, also known as DJ Daddy Trance, has become a visible figure in Europe’s recent trance and high-BPM revival. He has been DJing in Berlin since his teens and reemerged in the 2020s under his current alias, shifting toward a more euphoric, pop-leaning take on club music that blends rave energy with catchy hooks.
His global profile accelerated in 2025 with his US debut on the mainstage of EDC Las Vegas last year, where he performed between sets from Tiësto and Armin van Buuren. That same week, he signed with Capitol Records, which released his singles “Supersonic” and “Hands Up In The Sky,” marking his first official output on a major U.S. label. Alongside his releases, Hoffstadt co-founded the Club Heart Broken label and party series with MALUGI, which has become known for high-demand events around the world.
If you’re looking for a proper party to be at during Coachella, don’t miss Marlon Hoffstadt’s sets on April 10 and April 17.
GENESI
Italian DJ and producer GENESI works across underground house and techno, shaping a sound that blends club-focused rhythms with melodic tones. Despite being a relative newcomer to the scene, he has quickly gained international attention through streaming and collaborations with other notable names such as MEDUZA, Adam Beyer, and Layton Giordani.
As his profile has grown, GENESI has performed at major venues and clubs such as Hï Ibiza and Studio 338, reflecting his crossover between underground credibility and festival-scale exposure. Expect an immersive performance filled with melodic house and techno grooves when he takes over the decks on April 11 and April 18.
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