FKA Twigs delivers a transcendent Coachella set. Experience the euphoric art of 'Eusexua' through pole, sword, and raw emotion in a breathtaking 75-minute pe...
- April 13, 2026
AceShowbiz - FKA Twigs brought an unforgettable and deeply emotional performance to the 2026 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival on April 12 at the Mojave stage. Her 75-minute set vividly embodied the essence of her third album, Eusexua, which she describes as "the sensation of being so euphoric that you transcend human form."
Throughout the show, FKA Twigs pushed her physical and artistic limits. She performed her signature pole dances with intense precision, spun atop another dancer during the track "Love Crimes," wielded a sword, and conveyed raw emotion as if the music was bursting from within her. The performance reached a powerful climax during "Cellophane," when FKA Twigs appeared nearly in tears, locking eyes with the captivated crowd who stood in silent awe of her vulnerability and strength.
The artist also paid homage to West Coast ballroom culture during a dance interlude. Iconic ballroom figures Honey Balenciaga and Makayla Basquiat graced the stage, introduced by actor and ballroom performer Dashaun Wesley, who energized the crowd with the declaration, "Let's get ready to vogue in this motherfucker." This moment transformed the Mojave stage into an immersive performance art experience rather than a typical festival platform.
This Coachella appearance marks the conclusion of FKA Twigs' U.S. Body High tour, which included a recent highlight with her debut at Madison Square Garden. The tour continues to solidify her growing acclaim, following her earlier 2026 Grammy win for Best Electronic/Dance Album for Eusexua. The set list at Coachella closely followed her tour performances but was elevated by the intensity and emotional depth she brought to the desert stage.
Reflecting on the experience, FKA Twigs shared her observations of the audiences she’s encountered: "Going on tour the last month and looking out into the audience, I've not really seen fans or people that are just kind of into my music. What I've seen is community." She emphasized the shared spirit among the crowd, saying, "I think that all of us are here tonight because we want to grow, because we believe in ourselves, because we're artistic, because we have an expression, because we're here against all odds."
The emotional intensity and artistic ambition of FKA Twigs' Coachella set left a lasting impression, blending breathtaking choreography, heartfelt vulnerability, and cultural celebration into a singular, transformative experience for all who witnessed it.