Coachella Then vs Now (2012 vs 2026) | Lineup Deep Dives, Festival Nonsense & A Healthy Dose of Nostalgia.
“THIS Album…” with William HannShow Notes
Slap on the factor 50, light up that doobie and for the love of god do not bring ANY alcohol out of that enclosure.... It's a Coachella line up deep dive!
Join me in welcoming return guest Gene James Smith for a deep-dive into Coachella past and present — from unforgettable 2012 chaos and a cheeky deep dive of the 2026 lineup. This special episode steps away from the usual album format to explore: Our wild Coachella 2012 experience (Radiohead, Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg, Swedish House Mafia, Pulp, Arctic Monkeys, Justice, Noel Gallagher) The evolution of festival culture — from Facebook albums to Instagram moments A full Coachella 2026 lineup review — headliners, hidden gems & must-see acts Brits abroad stories, festival chaos & hilarious moments Is Coachella still worth it in 2026? From indie and guitar bands to the rise of EDM and global pop, we break down how Coachella has changed — and what still makes it one of the most iconic music festivals in the world. Expect hot takes, nostalgia, and plenty of “you had to be there” stories.
00:00 Intro – Not your usual episode 02:00 Festival season & life updates 08:30 Coachella 2026 lineup reaction 20:00 Must-see artists & clashes 35:00 Coachella 2012 throwback 50:00 Craziest festival moments 1:10:00 Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg & legendary performances 1:25:00 Final thoughts – Then vs Now
Topics Covered: Coachella 2026 lineup, Coachella 2012, festival culture, live music experiences, EDM rise, indie bands, nostalgia, music podcasts, festival stories, best Coachella performances Artists Covered: The Strokes, Turnstile, Interpol, Geese, David Byrne, Iggy Pop, Noel Gallagher, The XX, Disclosure, Major Lazer, Kaskade, Kasabian, SBTRKT, SebastiAn, Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, Swedish House Mafia, Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg.
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