Interview by Everette Solomon

Michael Marcagi isn’t supposed to be here—at least, not according to the voice in his head.

As he prepares to make his Stagecoach debut, the rising singer-songwriter is stepping into one of the biggest moments of his career. Marcagi’s journey to this stage hasn’t been defined by certainty or overnight success—it’s bee...

In a city built on reinvention, few movements have erupted as viscerally—and as unapologetically—as Dead City Punx. What started as a group of friends making noise for each other has since detonated into something far larger: a cultural flashpoint where music, art, and rebellion collide. Now, that energy takes physical form in PUNX: The Art of Dead City & Friends...

By Jorge Perezchica

As festival season descends on the Coachella Valley, a new kind of gathering space is already generating buzz in Palm Desert ahead of its soft opening—one built not just on coffee, but on connection, creativity, and a deep sense of place. Desert Kid Coffee, founded by childhood friends Katie Reed and Joseph Eccles, is poised to become a go-to des...

With festival season in full swing, Drift Palm Springs is turning up the desert vibes with a lineup of pop-ups, pool parties, and wellness experiences designed for festival goers and locals alike. Whether you’re headed to Coachella or Stagecoach—or just looking for a desert escape—there’s something for everyone at this resort-style retreat.

Coachella Weekend...

If you’ve ever searched for shade, caffeine, or anything remotely refreshing in the middle of a Coachella afternoon, this might be one of the most useful additions to the festival yet.

For 2026, Starbucks is officially stepping into the desert as the coffee, tea, and Refreshers sponsor of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival—and they’re not just setting up a...