Lollapalooza 2026 โ Saturday Artist Guide (Part 1)
Peace Control
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Peace Control is a rising punk band that combines fast, melodic songwriting with socially conscious lyrics and an energetic stage presence. Their DIY roots and raw sound have made them a favorite in Chicago’s underground scene.
๐ง Sounds Like: Drug Church, Militarie Gun, Turnstile (early), PUP
Flor Bromley
๐ From: Lima, Peru (now based in New York City)
Flor Bromley is a bilingual singer-songwriter who blends Latin folk, pop, and world music into joyful performances. Her music celebrates culture, storytelling, and community through colorful arrangements.
๐ง Sounds Like: Natalia Lafourcade, Carla Morrison, Monsieur Perinรฉ
Nat Myers
๐ From: Kentucky
Nat Myers is a blues guitarist and singer carrying on the traditions of Delta blues with a modern perspective. His gritty vocals and expressive slide guitar make him one of today’s most exciting young blues artists.
๐ง Sounds Like: R.L. Burnside, Keb’ Mo’, Chris Thomas King
Sunday (1994)
๐ From: Los Angeles, California
Sunday (1994) creates dreamy alternative rock filled with shimmering guitars and cinematic atmosphere. Their music balances melancholy with soaring melodies.
๐ง Sounds Like: Mazzy Star, Slowdive, Beach House, Cocteau Twins
MC4D
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
MC4D is an electronic producer crafting melodic bass music with energetic drops and polished production. His festival-ready sets are designed to keep crowds moving.
๐ง Sounds Like: Illenium, Said the Sky, Gryffin
The Creekers
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
The Creekers blend Americana, folk rock, and country influences with rich harmonies and storytelling lyrics. Their live shows have a warm, rootsy feel.
๐ง Sounds Like: The Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, Caamp
Villanelle
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Villanelle creates atmospheric indie rock with haunting vocals and layered instrumentation. Their songs often move between quiet introspection and emotional crescendos.
๐ง Sounds Like: Daughter, Wolf Alice, Phoebe Bridgers
Chezile
๐ From: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Chezile mixes indie soul, lo-fi R&B, and bedroom pop into smooth, intimate songs. His relaxed style has gained a strong online following.
๐ง Sounds Like: Steve Lacy, Omar Apollo, Daniel Caesar
Lucy Bedroque
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Lucy Bedroque combines alternative pop with electronic textures and emotionally honest songwriting. Her music is modern while remaining deeply personal.
๐ง Sounds Like: Billie Eilish, BANKS, Griff
Mega Ran
๐ From: Phoenix, Arizona
Mega Ran is one of hip-hop’s most beloved independent artists, famous for combining rap with video game culture, education, and positive messages. He’s also an outstanding live performer who easily connects with audiences.
๐ง Sounds Like: Open Mike Eagle, MC Lars, Lupe Fiasco
Jim Legxacy
๐ From: London, England
Jim Legxacy is one of the UK’s most exciting young artists, blending rap, indie rock, emo, and alternative music into a unique sound. His songs are emotional, experimental, and difficult to categorize.
๐ง Sounds Like: Jean Dawson, Lil Yachty (Let’s Start Here), Dominic Fike
Omnom
๐ From: Los Angeles, California
Omnom is a house music producer known for funky basslines and playful club tracks. His DJ sets are built around nonstop dancing.
๐ง Sounds Like: Walker & Royce, Chris Lorenzo, AC Slater
Next of Kin
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Next of Kin mixes alternative rock with punk energy and melodic hooks. Their songs feature powerful guitars and emotionally charged lyrics.
๐ง Sounds Like: The Menzingers, Spanish Love Songs, Hot Mulligan
Die Spitz โญโญโญโญโ
๐ From: Austin, Texas
Die Spitz is an all-female punk band delivering loud, aggressive, unapologetic garage rock. Their explosive live shows have made them one of the fastest-rising names in underground punk.
๐ง Sounds Like: Amyl and the Sniffers, The Linda Lindas, Bikini Kill, Otoboke Beaver
Chace
๐ From: Shanghai, China
Chace is an electronic producer and DJ blending future bass, EDM, and pop influences into high-energy festival music. He has become one of Asia’s most recognizable dance artists.
๐ง Sounds Like: Zedd, Martin Garrix, Gryffin
Lucky Diaz
๐ From: Los Angeles, California
Lucky Diaz creates Latin-inspired children’s music that is colorful, educational, and joyful. His performances are interactive and family-friendly.
๐ง Sounds Like: Laurie Berkner, Caspar Babypants
Cortis
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Cortis plays melodic indie rock with strong guitar work and thoughtful songwriting. Their music balances energy with introspection.
๐ง Sounds Like: Manchester Orchestra, Balance and Composure
AYYBO
๐ From: Las Vegas, Nevada
AYYBO has become one of house music’s fastest-rising producers thanks to huge basslines and infectious grooves. His sets are built for packed festival dance floors.
๐ง Sounds Like: Fisher, Mau P, Chris Lake
Ink
๐ From: Chicago, Illinois
Ink blends alternative hip-hop with soulful production and introspective lyricism. Their performances focus on storytelling and musicianship.
๐ง Sounds Like: Mick Jenkins, Saba, Isaiah Rashad
Frost Children โญโญโญโญโญ
๐ From: St. Louis, Missouri (now based in New York)
Sibling duo Frost Children combines hyperpop, punk, EDM, indie rock, and rave music into one of the most exciting live shows in underground music. Their performances are chaotic, joyful, and completely unpredictable.
๐ง Sounds Like: 100 gecs, underscores, Jane Remover, Charli XCX
Goldie Boutilier
๐ From: Nova Scotia, Canada
Goldie Boutilier writes cinematic country-pop songs filled with vintage glamour and emotional storytelling. Her voice recalls classic Americana while her production feels modern.
๐ง Sounds Like: Orville Peck, Kacey Musgraves, Lana Del Rey
โญ Early Saturday Must-Sees
- Frost Childrenย โญโญโญโญโญ
- Jim Legxacyย โญโญโญโญโ
- Die Spitzย โญโญโญโญโ
- Nat Myersย โญโญโญโญโ
- Sunday (1994)ย โญโญโญโญโ
If your musical tastes lean toward alternative rock, punk, and indie (which I suspect based on our previous conversations), I’d especially recommend Die Spitz, Jim Legxacy, Sunday (1994), and Frost Children. Those four are the kinds of artists people often discover at festivals and end up following for years afterward.
Next I’ll cover the second half of Saturday, including Wolf Alice, Clipse, The Neighbourhood, Ethel Cain, Geese, Alison Wonderland, DJ Trixie Mattel, Jennie, Olivia Dean, and more.