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Lollapalooza 2026 Day Two: Smashing Pumpkins, Charli XCX Deliver Rock Music to Massive Crowds
Yahoo • • general
Key Points:
- The second night of Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago featured four headliners—Charli XCX, Smashing Pumpkins, Major Lazer, and Freddie Gibbs—creating a tough choice for attendees despite steady rain throughout the evening.
- Smashing Pumpkins performed a setlist highlighting their 1995 album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, classics from Siamese Dream, and tracks from their recent album Aghori Mhori Mei, with special guest appearances by Yungblud and Olivia Rodrigo.
- Charli XCX returned to Lollapalooza with a dynamic performance on the T-Mobile stage, kicking off her tour behind her new album Music, Fashion, Film, and delivering a cinematic finale featuring David Cronenberg's voiceovers.
- Both headliners showcased their evolution and influence, with Smashing Pumpkins bridging generations of rock fans and Charli XCX presenting an artful, memorable show that engaged the audience deeply.
- The night was marked by powerful performances that underscored the festival's reputation for diverse and compelling music experiences.
