Grimes faced technical issues during her performance at the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Despite starting on a high note with a dramatic entrance, she encountered trouble halfway through the show, having to restart songs due to them being played at double the intended tempo. She tried to explain the issues to the audience in real time but was unable to resolve them on the spot. Eventually, she decided to play some unreleased songs, expressing frustration and apologizing to the audience for the technical difficulties that led to an early exit from the stage.
After the show, Grimes took to Twitter to apologize for the technical problems and explain that she had outsourced aspects of her show that she usually handled herself, leading to the issues. She expressed disappointment in not taking charge of organizing the tracks herself and vowed to do so in the future. Grimes acknowledged her mistakes and promised a flawless performance in the upcoming week, admitting that she had not been in the best mood due to the chaotic show at Coachella. Despite the setbacks, she hoped to learn from the experience and ensure a more polished show for her fans.
Leading up to the performance, Grimes had warned fans that the set might not be perfect as it featured new and unfinished songs, explaining that they were still adjusting vocal mixes and parts of the show. Despite the disclaimer, technical difficulties still marred the performance, leading to a less-than-ideal outcome. Grimes shared insights into the songs she planned to perform, including details about their production and finishing touches that were yet to be completed, showing transparency about the show’s creative process.
In her Twitter posts, Grimes revealed the challenges she faced with the new songs and technical preparations for the Coachella set. She explained that the second half of her performance included new tracks that weren’t fully mastered, leading to potential volume issues and other imperfections during the show. Despite her efforts to communicate with fans and set expectations, the technical problems overshadowed her set, leaving her disappointed in the overall outcome and determined to deliver a better performance next time.
Grimes will have a chance to redeem herself and rectify the technical issues during the next weekend of the Coachella festival. She plans to take control of organizing the tracks and ensuring a more cohesive performance to provide her fans with the show she intended. Grimes began her music career in 2006 and has released several albums over the years, with her most recent one dropping in 2020. Despite the challenges faced at Coachella, she remains committed to her artistry and looks forward to delivering a flawless performance in the upcoming show. By learning from her mistakes and taking responsibility for the technical aspects of her set, Grimes aims to showcase her creativity and talent in a more polished and seamless production for her fans.
