Perth's own Tame Impala has been confirmed as a headline act for Coachella 2027, joining British pop star Dua Lipa and American R&B artist SZA at the top of the bill for one of the world's most celebrated music festivals. The annual event, held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, will run across two consecutive weekends: April 9 to 11 and April 16 to 18.

Tame Impala leads a strong Australian presence at Coachella 2027

Fremantle-raised Kevin Parker will front Tame Impala on the Saturday of each weekend, cementing the band's reputation as one of Australia's most internationally celebrated musical exports. The billing comes shortly after the group wrapped up an Australian tour, with the final show held at Perth's RAC Arena on October 25.

This marks Tame Impala's return to the Coachella headline slot, having previously topped the bill in 2019. It will be their fifth total appearance at the festival, having first performed there in 2011 as an emerging act.

Joining Parker on the Saturday are Phoebe Bridgers, Weezer, Tiesto, Martin Garrix, Role Model, and ADELA.

In a remarkable showcase of West Australian talent, the Sunday lineup will also feature Empire of the Sun, with Perth-raised Luke Steele co-fronting the act. That means two WA performers will headline on consecutive nights at the desert festival. Empire of the Sun reacted enthusiastically to the news, posting "Coachella 27... Let's go!!!!!!!" to social media. Melbourne DJ Dom Dolla will also perform on Sunday, writing to fans, "See you in the desert".

In a touching moment on social media, Steele's sister Katy Steele, who fronts Australian band Little Birdy, responded to the announcement with a simple "Ok I'm coming".

In total, seven Australian acts have been confirmed for Coachella 2027. Alongside Tame Impala, Empire of the Sun, and Dom Dolla, the lineup also includes Gang of Youths, Genesis Owusu, The Avalanches, and Odd Mob.

For those interested in how Australian artists are making waves on the global stage, it is also worth noting how First Nations musicians are reshaping Australia's classical music traditions at home.

Full weekend breakdown: Dua Lipa, SZA and special sets

Dua Lipa will headline the Friday night, with Madonna and Swedish artist Zara Larsson providing support.

SZA takes the Sunday headline slot, with American rapper Don Toliver, Melbourne's Dom Dolla, Becky G, and Empire of the Sun among her supporting acts.

Reggaeton icon Daddy Yankee will feature in a specially branded "In the desert" set on the Sunday. Meanwhile, French electronic duo Justice will perform at a stage called The Bunker, described as a cavernous underground installation capable of holding approximately 300 people.

Context: Coachella's recent history and what comes next

Last year's Coachella headliners were Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, making the 2027 edition another high-profile gathering of global talent.

Empire of the Sun is also scheduled to tour Australia in early 2027, giving local fans a chance to see the act ahead of the California dates.

Festival safety at large-scale events like Coachella continues to be a focus globally. Updated crowd safety and staff coordination guidelines are increasingly shaping how major festivals operate, both in Australia and internationally.