According to NME, Yo Gabba Gabba took Coachella by surprise this weekend with a wild, nostalgia-packed set and they didn’t come alone. The beloved kids’ musical act pulled off one of the festival’s most surprising and joyful moments by bringing out a string of unexpected guests, including Flava Flav, Thundercat, “Weird Al” Yankovic and Portugal. The Man.

The set was a full on party, perhaps even better than Charlie XCX’s brat summer. The set mixed colorful visuals, funky beats and pure chaos in the best way. Flava Flav showed up mid-performance, hyping the crowd and joining the Yo Gabba Gabba crew like he’d been there all along. Thundercat jumped in with his signature bass playing, adding a groovy layer to the fun. Portugal. The Man brought the indie-rock energy and “Weird Al” leaned into the playful vibe perfectly.

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Social media lit up with reactions, with fans calling it one of the most unexpectedly fun sets of the weekend. What could’ve been just a quirky throwback turned into a huge celebration, reminding everyone why Yo Gabba Gabba’s blend of music, joy and good absurdity still hits. At a festival known for surprises, this one has got to take the cake.

Before performing with Yo Gabba Gabba at Coachella,  Portugal. The Man shared a single titled “When The Light Goes” alongside a music video in September 2024.