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Billy Corgan Joins Sombr for Memorable Coachella Debut

4/14/2026

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Billy Corgan made his Coachella debut on April 11, 2026, during Sombr's set, performing "1979."
Sombr, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter, invited Corgan on stage, calling him "rock royalty," despite a technical issue with Corgan's microphone.
The performance was memorable, with Sombr describing it as a "dream come true."
Coachella, held in Indio, California, also featured performances from artists like Jack White and Iggy Pop.
The festival continues for a second weekend from April 17-19.

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Billy Corgan made his Coachella debut on April 11, 2026, during Sombr's set, performing "1979."
Sombr, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter, invited Corgan on stage, calling him "rock royalty," despite a technical issue with Corgan's microphone.
The performance was memorable, with Sombr describing it as a "dream come true."
Coachella, held in Indio, California, also featured performances from artists like Jack White and Iggy Pop.
The festival continues for a second weekend from April 17-19.