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Coachella Today
By the People, for the People
Indie Rock Band Geese Covers Justin Bieber's 'Baby' at Coachella 2026
Garage rock rendition of pop hit goes viral on social media
Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:19am
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Geese's unexpected garage rock cover of Justin Bieber's 'Baby' at Coachella 2026 captivated the festival crowd and sparked a viral sensation.Coachella TodayAt the 2026 Coachella music festival, the indie rock band Geese performed a surprise cover of Justin Bieber's hit song 'Baby', delivering a high-energy, garage rock-inspired rendition that quickly went viral online and captivated festival-goers.
Why it matters
Geese's unexpected cover of the pop song highlights the continued influence of indie rock on mainstream music, as well as the power of music festivals to foster creative collaborations and surprise performances that can capture the public's attention.
The details
Geese, an up-and-coming indie rock group, took the stage at Coachella and delivered a raucous, guitar-driven interpretation of Bieber's 2010 hit 'Baby'. The band's gritty, garage rock sound transformed the pop track, with lead vocalist Winter's raspy vocals adding a new edge to the familiar melody. The performance quickly gained traction on social media, with fans and music critics praising Geese's ability to reimagine a well-known song in their own distinct style.
- Geese performed their cover of 'Baby' at the 2026 Coachella music festival in Indio, California.
- The performance went viral on social media shortly after Geese's set on April 12, 2026.
The players
Geese
An indie rock band known for their high-energy, garage rock sound and their ability to put unexpected spins on popular songs.
Justin Bieber
A Canadian pop star whose 2010 hit song 'Baby' was covered by Geese at Coachella 2026.
What they’re saying
“Geese's cover of 'Baby' was one of the most exciting and unexpected moments of Coachella this year. They took a pop song we all know and turned it into something completely fresh and exciting.”
— Mia Flores, Music Critic
“I never thought I'd be headbanging to a Justin Bieber song, but Geese made it happen. Their performance was a total game-changer.”
— Samantha Lee, Coachella Attendee
What’s next
Geese is expected to release a studio version of their 'Baby' cover, which fans are eagerly anticipating. The band's newfound viral success could also lead to increased mainstream attention and opportunities for the indie rock group.
The takeaway
Geese's cover of 'Baby' at Coachella 2026 demonstrates the continued power of indie rock to surprise and delight music fans, as well as the ability of music festivals to foster unexpected collaborations that can capture the public's imagination.
