The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has officially commenced, marking the beginning of a vibrant celebration filled with music, art, and culinary delights. Our dedicated team is stationed in the desert to bring you updates throughout the weekend, capturing every exciting moment. Whether it's discovering what Travis Scott’s "designed the desert" means or witnessing classic punk icons mingling with modern influencers, our reporters are ready to share their unique perspectives on this iconic event.

This year's festival offers an array of performances that excite different tastes and generations. For Mikael Wood, who attended his first Coachella in 2005, the intrigue lies in understanding Travis Scott's vision for transforming the desert landscape into a spectacle. Meanwhile, August Brown, whose journey began in 2006 during Daft Punk's pyramid performance year, anticipates seeing a blend of legendary punk figures alongside today’s digital-age personalities.

For Vanessa Franko, the festival holds special memories since her first visit in 2007 when Rage Against the Machine reunited. This year, she aims to check off a major item from her concert bucket list by finally seeing The Go-Go's perform. Danielle Dorsey, another seasoned attendee since 2010, eagerly awaits Missy Elliott's set, which symbolizes reaching elder millennial bliss for her.

Cerys Davies, who joined the Coachella community in 2017, finds joy in Charli XCX's ability to captivate audiences despite claiming some fatigue towards similar acts. David Viramontes, attending for the first time, is thrilled about Lady Gaga performing “Abracadabra” after months of practicing the song's signature phrases.

As the festival progresses, each day brings fresh excitement and stories from diverse musical backgrounds converging in one place. The anticipation builds not only around the performances but also the overall cultural experience that Coachella uniquely provides. Through various personal insights shared by our team members, the essence of this annual gathering continues to shine brightly amidst its ever-evolving atmosphere.