Yelawolf, Fatso Jetson, and More: Coachella Valley Heats Up with Four Must-See Concerts This Week
PALM SPRINGS — Music lovers in the Coachella Valley are in for a diverse and exciting lineup of live shows this week, with performances ranging from high-energy rap to classic cabaret and psychedelic desert rock. Whether you’re a local or visiting the desert oasis, these four concerts are your best bets for unforgettable nights out between July 31 and August 3.
Saturday: Yelawolf at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa
Genre: Rap / Southern Rock
Alabama-born rapper Yelawolf brings his “45 Tour” to Rancho Mirage’s Agua Caliente Resort this Saturday. The tour supports his 2024 album War Story, featuring hits like “Till It’s Gone” and “Best Friend” (featuring Eminem). Fans can also expect to hear newer tracks like “I Swear” and “Searching for Heaven”.
A genre-bender who fuses rap with Southern rock and country influences, Yelawolf has collaborated with the likes of Wynonna Judd, Jelly Roll, Killer Mike, and Diplo, and is known for his explosive live performances.
Show Info:
Saturday, August 3
Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage
Tickets: $29.50–$99.50 — Buy here
Thursday: Christiane Noll at Coachella Valley Repertory
Genre: Cabaret / Broadway
Broadway powerhouse Christiane Noll graces the stage at Coachella Valley Repertory as part of their Summer Cabaret Series. Known for her role as Emma in Jekyll & Hyde (1997), Noll has also starred in productions like Ragtime, Dear Evan Hansen, and It Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues.
This intimate show highlights Noll’s stunning vocals and theatrical flair, offering fans a rare opportunity to see her up close in a cabaret setting.
Show Info:
Thursday, August 1
Coachella Valley Repertory, 68-510 E. Palm Canyon Drive
Tickets: $60 — Buy here
Saturday: Fatso Jetson at Pappy and Harriet’s
Genre: Desert Rock / Psychedelic Punk
Desert rock pioneers Fatso Jetson headline at the legendary Pappy and Harriet’s in Pioneertown. Formed in 1994, the band’s blend of punk, stoner rock, and psychedelia helped shape the unique “desert rock” sound. Their latest release, Legends of the Desert: Volume 3, is a split album with fellow desert dwellers Dali’s Llama.
The lineup includes frontman Mario Lalli, guitarist Dino Van Lalli, and drummer Tony Tornay, among others — promising a loud, raw, and thoroughly immersive night of rock.
Show Info:
Saturday, August 3
Pappy and Harriet’s, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown
Tickets: $20.21 — Buy here
Saturday: Disco D’Oro at Mojave Gold
Genre: Techno / Disco / Dance
For those craving a groove-heavy night, Desert Groove Collective hosts Disco D’Oro at Mojave Gold. Expect an interstellar night of funk, techno, and psychedelic disco as resident DJs Phil Bronco, King Abe Tostado, Paul Silva, and Tomas De La Noche spin into the night.
The event is free, but an RSVP is required.
Show Info:
Saturday, August 3
Mojave Gold, 56-193 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley
Free with RSVP — RSVP here
Music is Everywhere in the Desert This Week
Whether you’re a fan of gritty hip-hop, classic Broadway vocals, face-melting guitar riffs, or sweaty disco parties, Coachella Valley’s music scene is alive and kicking. These four events each bring a different slice of sonic magic to the table, proving the desert is anything but quiet.
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