Stagecoach came roaring back to the desert yesterday, and Day 1 wasted no time getting loud. The fields were packed early, the sun was doing its usual golden-hour magic and every corner felt like someone’s best weekend story in the making. Cody Johnson brought the night home with a headlining set that got even bigger when Boyz II Men showed up for a surprise appearance.

These photos catch the first spark of the weekend: dusty boots, bright lights and artists feeding off a crowd that was ready for all of it.

Cody Johnson

Bailey Zimmerman

Dan & Shay

Diplo

Wynona Judd

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Counting Crows

Lyle Lovett

Stagecoach

All Photos by Owen Ela