Coachella just confirmed it–Amy Winehouse is out.
“Yes it’s true. Amy Winehouse has canceled her appearance at Coachella,” stated a post on the site’s official news page.
Her absence leaves the top billing to be The Killers and then Thievery Corporation, judging by the poster.
I think someone has to step in. Here are my thoughts:
-Green Day
On a day with the KROQ-friendly Killers headlining, Green Day could easily become the big headliner. The band’s new album drops in May, which makes them a perfect fit for Coachella. What better way to debut new material?
-No Doubt
The band is back together for the first time in five years. Again, with the Killers, a KROQ fave. However, their upcoming tour is through LiveNation, which is not Goldenvoice owners AEG Live. And with three Irvine dates this summer (in addition to a San Diego one in May) it might be too much.
-Blink-182
Travis Barker is already going to be at Coachella with DJ-AM. Blink has said they’re getting back together. Could they be ready in time for Coachella?
-Pearl Jam
I don’t know if they’d do it, but I think it would be a massive win for Coachella.
Anyone else want to venture some guesses?