Jack White Plays Surprise Afternoon Set at Coachella

Jack White performed a surprise set at Coachella this afternoon. The booking follows the festival’s recent pattern of slotting established artists into unannounced, early-day performances.

White took the stage in a black outfit and launched directly into material from his 2024 album ‘No Name’. His set drew from his solo career and other projects, delivering a rapid succession of songs with his characteristic guitar intensity. The performance comes just days after his appearance as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live.

Having played the festival in multiple configurations over the years, from headlining to buzzy early sets with the White Stripes, White’s return as a late addition functions as both a crowd-pleasing event and a continuation of Coachella’s curated surprise booking strategy.