TOPS Bring Retro Cool and Irresistible Energy to Coachella 2025

In a weekend packed with massive headliners and breakthrough moments, TOPS carved out their own shimmering, neon-soaked space at Coachella 2025, delivering a set that felt like stepping straight into an effortlessly cool, 80s-inspired daydream.

From the moment they hit the stage, the Montreal indie-pop outfit radiated pure charisma, channeling a high-energy performance that felt both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. The crowd, clearly dialed into what TOPS were about to bring, packed in tight and didn’t miss a beat — swaying, dancing, and singing along as the band tore through a set brimming with lush synth textures, jangly guitars, and infectious, airy melodies.

While other acts leaned into bombast or heavy production, TOPS kept it slick, fun, and decidedly retro-chic. The vibe was breezy and euphoric, with shimmering pop grooves and vintage-toned guitar licks that wouldn’t have felt out of place in a late-night roller rink scene from a classic John Hughes film. And the crowd loved every second of it.

The band’s chemistry was undeniable, their stage presence relaxed yet magnetic, offering the kind of performance that felt intimate even amid the sprawling chaos of Coachella’s bigger stages. It wasn’t just a set — it was a vibe, a full-on mood, and one of the more subtly intoxicating highlights of the weekend.

If you came to Coachella looking for pure indie pop bliss with a side of retro gloss, TOPS absolutely delivered. It was a reminder that sometimes, all you need is a great band, a sun-drenched stage, and a sound that makes you forget what decade you’re in. And for those lucky enough to catch it, this was one of those perfectly timed, blissed-out festival moments.

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