“Name dropping, it’s good for the soul,” Sofia announced, owning up to her blunt writing in songs like Matthew. A balance of leg-kicking drums and powerhouse backup vocals kept audiences pulsing with excitement for what was to come.
The evening ended with an explosive performance from headliner Lola Young, whose recent return to performing has been highly anticipated and was expertly delivered. Young graced the stage in a pink, eyeleted jumpsuit to juxtapose the dark dress of her supporting band, all in matching cowboy hats. As the most recent Rolling Stone covergirl, Young took a moment to thank everyone involved.
“That’s something that you only dream of,” Young gushed.
Audience members – spanning pre-teen and beyond – sang along word for word, matching Young’s bouncing energy. After the first few tracks, the Londoner interrupted her setlist to read a poem she had recently written about the circumstances of the world, titled “Art is Rebellion.”
“And as we smell the sloppy, disgustingly stinky s–t they dish out, we must s–t on them back,” Young extolled.
Rolling Stone’s signature festival has barely begun. With previous lineups endorsing standout artists such as Peso Pluma, Remi Wolf, Flo Milli, and Teezo Touchdown, the festival’s crystal ball has been quite transparent. Only time will tell if Rolling Stone will continue to predict the future of music.
