From Left to Right: Taeyang, G-Dragon and Daesung of BIGBANG perform during the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival - Weekend 2 - Day 3 on April 19, 2026 in Indio, California.

BigBang announces their 20th anniversary tour and new album during a historic Coachella 2026 comeback performance.

BigBang Announces New Album & 20th Anniversary Tour at Coachella

BigBang’s Coachella set was defined as a “reset,” with the group’s catalog hit, Bae Bae, being performed live for the first time in several years.

22 APR 2026, 12:03 PM
  • BigBang confirmed their album completion and an August 2026 world tour at the Coachella festival on April 19.
  • Legendary trio, G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung, revived legacy hits, like Bang Bang Bang and Fantastic Baby, amongst others.
  • The Coachella setlist also included solo stages from the members with a Still Life (2022) finale, making the Coachella comeback a pivotal forward point.

On Sunday night (April 19, 2026), BigBang did not just close a festival set; they indicated the initiation of a new era. At the second weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the legendary band of G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung transformed the Outdoor Stage into a launchpad for officially announcing their 20th-anniversary world tour and the completion of the new album.

BigBang Comeback: New Album & 20th Anniversary Tour

BigBang’s announcement arrived while they moved towards the end of their set. Reportedly, Daesung stated that their Coachella performance was not merely a return, but a "reset" for the group. BigBang frontman, G-Dragon, also confirmed the night's biggest scoop: that BigBang has finished work on a fresh record to celebrate their two decades in the industry this year. "BigBang’s 20th anniversary world tour will begin this August; it’s going to be crazy, no doubt," G-Dragon told the audience. "Do not miss out, and stay tuned," he added further, thus igniting excitement amongst the audience.

What Songs Did BigBang Perform at Coachella?

Although specific dates about the album release and tour remain under wraps, the tour is expected to follow the usual industry tradition with a kickoff in Seoul. The upcoming tour will mark the group’s first key global venture since their Japanese Last Dance tour in 2017 and their 0. to .10 anniversary run in 2016.

Meanwhile, BigBang’s Coachella set acted as a flashback of the group’s growth. They ignited the stage with top hits like Bang Bang Bang and Fantastic Baby, before diving into older anthems including Sober, Stupid Liar, Loser, Lies, and Haru Haru. Surprising long-time fans, the trio performed Bae Bae, which was performed for the first time in nearly a decade.

Members Perform Solo Acts on Stage as BigBang Prepares for a Comeback

As the group catalog shook the Coachella audience, the members’ individual artistry took the spotlight as well. Taeyang delivered Ringa Linga, G-Dragon performed his popular 2024 single Power, while Daesung performed a rare Korean trot with Look at Me, Gwisun. Notably, G-Dragon and Taeyang performed their unit classic titled Good Boy. At the end, they also performed Still Life, their last group release from 2022. As they bid their fans and audience farewell at Coachella, BigBang starts preparing for their August tour, promising to redefine their legacy.

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Published At: 22 APR 2026, 12:03 PM