A Masterclass in Punk Energy

Iggy Pop proved once again why he remains the undisputed godfather of punk, delivering a blistering set at Coachella 2026 that left audiences in awe. At 78 years old, the legendary performer commanded the stage with a raw, electric intensity that few artists half his age could hope to replicate. The performance was a career-spanning celebration, blending his solo hits with the foundational sounds of The Stooges.

The setlist was a masterclass in pacing, opening with a relentless sequence of classics including ‘T.V. Eye’, ‘Raw Power’, ‘I Got A Right’, and ‘Gimme Danger’. As the show progressed, Pop transitioned seamlessly into solo fan favorites like ‘The Passenger’ and ‘Lust For Life’, maintaining a hypnotic grip on the crowd throughout the 14-song performance.

Reflecting on a Legacy

Between the high-octane tracks, Pop took a moment to address the audience, offering a poignant reflection on his longevity in the industry. Introducing the song ‘1970’, he remarked, “It’s not easy being alive now. It’s not easy to be old… it’s not easy to be young. It wasn’t easy then.” This sentiment resonated deeply with fans, many of whom took to social media to praise his enduring charisma and relevance.

"it wasn't easy to be alive then, it's not easy to be alive now. it's not easy being young, it's not easy being old" – Iggy Pop at Coachella pic.twitter.com/K6EJ8t4YrP

— Cat Steele (@Nettonaut) April 13, 2026

The Final Act

True to his reputation for theatricality, the performance concluded with a dramatic flourish. As the final notes faded, Pop climbed into a black, red fur-lined coffin. With a playful grin and his tongue stuck out, he was wheeled off the stage, his arm extended in a final wave to the cheering crowd. This exit, which mirrors the theatrical conclusion of his 2025 UK tour, served as a perfect, tongue-in-cheek punctuation mark to a legendary set.

Fans were quick to celebrate the spectacle online. One attendee noted, “Iggy Pop’s show at #Coachella is a pure wild discharge of raw energy. It’s incredible and impressive that at 78-years-old he still dominates the stage like few others.”

Iggy Pop’s Coachella 2026 Setlist

• ‘T.V. Eye’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘Raw Power’ (Iggy and The Stooges song)
• ‘I Got a Right’ (Iggy and The Stooges song)
• ‘Gimme Danger’ (Iggy and The Stooges song)
• ‘The Passenger’
• ‘Lust for Life’
• ‘I Wanna Be Your Dog’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘Search and Destroy’ (Iggy and The Stooges song)
• ‘Down on the Street’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘1970’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘Nightclubbing’
• ‘Loose’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘1969’ (The Stooges song)
• ‘Funtime’

As Pop continues to defy expectations, his Coachella appearance serves as a reminder that the spirit of Punk is not just about the past, but about the relentless, living energy he brings to every stage he graces.