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entertainment1 year ago

Coachella 2025 Lineup Revealed: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Travis Scott Headline

The 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival lineup has been announced, featuring headliners Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and Travis Scott. The festival will take place over two weekends in April at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Other notable performers include Charli XCX, FKA twigs, Missy Elliott, Megan Thee Stallion, and Kraftwerk. The announcement comes earlier than usual, with the festival traditionally revealing its lineup in January.

music1 year ago

Green Day, Lady Gaga, and Travis Scott to Headline Coachella 2025

Green Day and Post Malone are confirmed as headliners for Coachella 2025, with Travis Scott set to perform in a special guest slot. This marks Green Day's first time headlining the festival, while Post Malone returns after his 2018 performance. Travis Scott's appearance follows his removal from the 2022 lineup after the Astroworld tragedy, and he last performed at Coachella in 2017. The festival continues to build its lineup following the announcement of Post Malone's Sunday night performances.

entertainment1 year ago

Coachella 2025 Lineup: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Travis Scott Headline

The 2025 Coachella lineup is reportedly set to feature major acts like Lady Gaga, Green Day, and Travis Scott, alongside Post Malone, who confirmed his headlining role. This marks a return for Scott after being dropped in 2022 due to the Astroworld tragedy. Lady Gaga, who last headlined in 2017, is expected to promote her upcoming album. Green Day, new to Coachella, adds to the festival's mainstream appeal, possibly in response to past years' slow ticket sales and lack of star power.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day's Lyric Change Sparks Controversy Among Fans and Critics Alike"

Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine has shown support for Green Day after they faced criticism for changing the lyrics of "American Idiot" to target Donald Trump's MAGA agenda during a New Year's Eve performance. Critics, including Elon Musk and Fox News hosts, accused the band of becoming politically preachy, but Morello's history of political activism in music suggests he backs Green Day's stance. The band has a history of political statements, including a 2016 AMA performance protest and a charity t-shirt mocking Trump. Green Day is set to release a new album, 'Saviors', on January 19.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day's Anti-Trump Lyric Change Sparks Backlash and Mockery"

The hosts of "The View" mocked Fox News for criticizing Green Day's anti-MAGA lyrics, highlighting the band's history of political activism and the long tradition of politically-inspired music in America. They referenced songs from various artists over the decades that addressed political issues, pointing out the inconsistency in Fox News' stance given their support for conservative musicians. The segment concluded with a reminder of the importance of music as a medium for expressing societal sentiments and influencing political change.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day's Anti-Trump Lyric Change Sparks Reactions from Elon Musk to Tom Morello"

Elon Musk criticized Green Day for changing the lyrics of their song 'American Idiot' to reference the MAGA agenda during their New Year's Eve performance. Musk used the term "milquetoastedly" in a tweet to describe the band's action, which led to some corrections from other X/Twitter users about the proper use of the word "milquetoast." Green Day has a history of political statements against Trump, including a chant at the 2016 AMAs and a charity t-shirt featuring Trump's mugshot. The band is set to release a new album titled 'Saviors' on January 19.

entertainment2 years ago

Tom Morello's Bold Message to Fox Critics of Political Music

Tom Morello, guitarist for Rage Against the Machine, succinctly responded to Fox Business pundits who criticized Green Day for altering their song "American Idiot" to target Donald Trump's "MAGA agenda." The pundits' discomfort with political music and their selective outrage, given the network's history of platforming right-wing artists, sparked criticism and accusations of hypocrisy on social media. Morello, known for his political activism and education, along with other users, highlighted the irony of the pundits' focus on song lyrics over substantial issues.

entertainment2 years ago

"Tom Morello and Green Day Stir Political Controversy in Music Scene"

Tom Morello, guitarist for Rage Against the Machine, succinctly responded to Fox Business pundits who criticized Green Day for altering the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to criticize Donald Trump's "MAGA agenda." The pundits accused the band of alienating people by making their music political, despite the song's original political nature against George W. Bush's policies. Morello, known for his political activism and education, replied with a terse "Is that so?" on social media, highlighting the irony of the situation given the conservative network's history of hosting right-wing artists. The debate underscores the ongoing tension between artists' political expression and conservative media's selective endorsement of free speech.

entertainment2 years ago

"Elon Musk Critiques Green Day's Political Lyric Shift in New Year's Bash"

Elon Musk criticized Green Day for changing a lyric in their song "American Idiot" during a New Year's Eve performance to reflect an anti-Trump sentiment. The band altered the line "I'm not part of the redneck agenda" to "I'm not part of the MAGA agenda," which led to Musk mocking them on social media, suggesting they went from "raging against the machine to milquetoastedly raging for it." The incident has sparked debate about the role of politics in music, with some fans expressing disappointment. Despite the controversy, Green Day is set to release a new album and go on tour in 2024.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day Targets Trump and MAGA in New Year's Eve Show, Sparks Elon Musk's Reaction"

During a New Year's Eve performance, Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong changed the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to criticize Donald Trump's 'MAGA agenda.' The move sparked debate online and attracted criticism from Elon Musk, who accused the band of losing their rebellious edge and siding with a system they once raged against. The incident led to a backlash from Trump supporters and MAGA activists on social media.

entertainment2 years ago

"Elon Musk Criticizes Green Day's Anti-MAGA Lyric Change in New Year's Performance"

During a New Year's Eve performance, Green Day altered the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to criticize Donald Trump and his MAGA supporters, prompting a range of reactions including disapproval from Elon Musk, who accused the band of conforming to the establishment they once opposed. Despite backlash from Trump supporters, Green Day fans celebrated the band's political stance, consistent with their history of outspokenness against Trump and right-wing politics.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day Sparks Controversy with Anti-Trump Lyric Change in New Year's Eve Performance"

During their performance on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024," Green Day altered the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to criticize Donald Trump, with frontman Billie Joe Armstrong singing "I’m not part of the MAGA agenda." This change reflects the band's history of political commentary and their consistent opposition to Trump's policies and rhetoric. The move drew mixed reactions, with some criticizing the band for perceived hypocrisy and others applauding their stance. Elon Musk and other public figures joined the conversation with varied opinions on the band's political expression.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day's New Year's Eve Lyric Swap Targets Trump, Sparks Backlash and Musk's Ire"

Green Day has updated the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to criticize the MAGA agenda during a New Year's Eve performance, reflecting their ongoing political activism and opposition to Donald Trump. Elon Musk responded to the band's action with a critical tweet, accusing them of supporting the establishment they once railed against. This comes as Green Day celebrates significant anniversaries of their albums and releases new music, while Musk faces various challenges and controversies, including a significant financial loss and criticism over his management of Twitter.

entertainment-and-politics2 years ago

"Green Day Sparks Controversy with Anti-MAGA Lyrics as Elon Musk Claps Back"

Elon Musk criticized punk rock band Green Day for altering the lyrics of their song "American Idiot" to oppose Trump's MAGA movement during a live performance. Musk suggested the band was now supporting the establishment, a shift from their previous anti-establishment stance. The change in lyrics and Musk's response sparked reactions from conservative commentators. Despite Musk's varied political history, his recent comments align more with conservative views, particularly in his critiques of the Biden administration.

entertainment2 years ago

"Green Day Alters Lyrics in New Year's Eve Blast Against Trump's 'MAGA Agenda'"

Elon Musk criticized Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong for altering lyrics during a New Year's Eve performance to oppose Trump's "MAGA agenda," suggesting the band has become part of the establishment they once opposed. Armstrong has a history of comparing Trump to Hitler and expressing his disdain for the former president, aligning with the band's longstanding reputation for challenging conservative politics. Musk's comments add to the ongoing cultural discourse surrounding political expression in music and entertainment.