Coachella always brings together old friends and new, especially backstage where we are reunited with some of our favorite artists of all time, and meeting emerging bands that are just starting to make their mark.
KROQ is always in the center of it, and 2026 was no different with folks coming by the RV inside the Coachella festival grounds to talk with Kevin Ryder, Megan Holiday, Miles the DJ, and Postmaster Johnny.
Watch our conversations below with Fatboy Slim, DEVO, Royal Otis, Joyce Manor, Interpol, Black Flag, and Hot Mulligan, as we celebrated Coachella 2026 in the desert the only way we know how, by bringing you closer to the music.
Fatboy Slim
Fatboy Slim talks with Miles the DJ backstage about the festival's evolution since he played the inaugural edition of Coachella, and how he's the "crazy old uncle" who keeps coming back to check on the kids.
DEVO
DEVO joins Kevin Ryder and Megan Holiday backstage at Coachella to talk about the band's preference for playing festivals, and their cultural impact on the next generation.
Royal Otis
Royel Otis are back with us at Coachella, talking with Megan Holiday and Johnny backstage about pre-show pump up songs, their first time playing Coachella, and new music.
Joyce Manor
After 10 years away, Joyce Manor are back at Coachella, backstage with Megan Holiday and Kevin Ryder to talk about their latest album, seeing new fans at shows, and more.
Interpol
Paul Banks of Interpol joins Johnny backstage at Coachella to offer an update on the band's upcoming album, talk about his Hip-Hop pre-show listening routine, and his search for a good meal while on tour.
Black Flag
Black Flag joins Megan Holiday backstage at Coachella to talk about the new era for the band, and the wild way they found their new lead singer.
Hot Mulligan
Hot Mulligan joins Johnny backstage at Coachella to talk about the festival experience, their choice of song titles, and emoji abuse.
Inside the weekend one madness with a few of our favorites
Inside the weekend one madness with a few of our favorites
