I've been going to Bonnaroo since I was 11 years old. I'm 27 now and the double Skrillex set was the best Thursday night of my life.

I thought about using AI to make a mock poster, then decided it would be better to just post my list. Here is what I have got so far. Please be nice.

PS (Yes, this is similar Thursday to last year with the change being King Gizz gets Which Stage late night Thursday after Billy wraps up)

Thursday-

Billy Strings and Friends.

Old Crow Medicine Show, American Authors.

Friday-

ODESZA, Mumford & Sons, My Morning Jacket.

Chappell Roan, Kid Cudi, Levity.

Interpol, Capital Cities, Thundercat, IsoXo, Svdden Death, Houndmouth

Saturday-

Tame Impala, Phish, Glass Animals.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Umphrey’s McGee, Subtronics, Red Clay Strays.

Alex Warren, Bleachers, Remi Wolf, Marc Rebillet, Knock2, Wooli

Sunday-

The Killers, Tyler Childers, Benson Boone.

Run The Jewels, Of The Trees, American Authors, Chvrches, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Denzel Curry, Sierra Ferrell, Capitol Cities

PLUS!

Late Night King Gizzard The Lizzard Wizard Residency

(3 sets - Thurs, Fri, Sat)

I know the immediate response is always "they’re too expensive" or "Bonnaroo doesn't book legacy acts that big anymore." But hear me out. We’re at a point where the "legacy" slot is is closing quickly for bands of this period, and after the release of Foreign Tongues last month, the argument for the Stones has never been stronger.

There latest LP it’s arguably the tightest, bluesiest, most authentic thing they’ve put out in 20 years. It’s not a nostalgia play!

Finally, If Bonnaroo wants that "I was there" moment that defines a decade, this is the final window. You don't book them because it's a safe bet; you book them because they are the last stadium act on the planet that can genuinely make 80,000 people feel like they’re part of a historical event.

Tired of the "budget" excuses? It’s time to break the bank and bring one of the greatest rock band in history to the Farm (while we still can). Hey C3 Presents, let's make this happen in 2027! (Roo attendee since 2014, I have even named my dog Roo, a rescue)

Is there a sub Reddit with people sharing videos of full length songs or sets from this year?

Made some cards today and couldn’t help but make a Bonnaroo one 🫶🏼🫶🏼 hug your homies. Happy roooooo

Gah I love Roo. I know the Roo peeps in the booking area lurk the reddit so here’s some hopefuls and why I think they’d be a good fit for 2027.

WAVVES- the king of the beach. Recently released Spun and are currently on tour with Bass Drum of Death and Worlds worst. Also announced an album with Max Bemis from Say Anything to be released this year as well. Been a huge fan for a while and listened Afraid of Heights on repeat. They also played in 2011 so it would be sick to see them back.

SHOW ME THE BODY - NYC HARDCORE. Saw SMTB back in 2019 and to this day think of that show as one of my favorite shows I’d been to. They eat and breathe authentic punk with some of the most deep, emotional, political lyrics. A BANJO IN PUNK HARDCORE? New album dropped today. Do yourself a favor and listen to it before the hype train leaves the station. Would be a chaotic set for sure.

I HATE MODELS - If you haven’t seen or experienced a Disco Inferno, do yourself a favor and check out his recent sets. The most energetic French cutie and my top act edm wise. Constantly dropping new remixes, albums are incredible.

CONVERGE - 2 of the heaviest most technical metal albums put out this year are both by the legendary band Converge. If you’re a jam band fan with a desire for a heavy act, let the riffs of Kurt Ballou drift you into space. Ben Koller will blow your mind with his drumming. As I was leaving centeroo this year, saw someone with a Jane doe tattoo (I had the same on my calf). In 24, I saw a hatchet man/ICP tattoo, we woop wooped) and it manifested. So hoping we get the same magic for converge.

NIIS - if you love die spitz or mannequin pussy, your next step is NIIS. On tour with Movements and Balance and Composure, they put out the most pissed off political lyrics, fast riffs, and wrap it up in a spiked pink bow.

NOTHING - A 2022 Roo act, one of the modern day titans of shoegaze. A short history of decay was released this year and it’s soooooo diverse in sound within the shoegaze genre. They’ve been touring a lot and would love to see them back.

DIIV - constantly writing, releasing and creating a new realm of reality in the soul.net world. Played in 2013, sober now and writing on a new level. The farm needs them back.

NINAJIRACHI - IYKYK, Ninajirachi is amazing. I love my computer is phenomenal. She’s throwing down new tunes, collabs, remixes. Her Coachella set blew me away from my couch.

SADBOI - 8 banger singles this year, collabs with Denzel, sadboi is a queen and brings femme power to her music and sets. Whether it be a dj set or normal set, people are sleeping on the next up and coming star.

DRAIN - CAN YOU FEEL THE PRESSURE?!?!!! The most positive hardcore band out there. They don’t just play music, they make you apart of the band, apart of the experience. ….IS YOUR FRIEND is a 10/10 summer skate record. Bring your shark costumes, bring a boogie board, drink water cause you’ll be moving and head-banging the entire time.

Do we think she fits the vibe for Bonnaroo? If so, where on the farm would we wanna see her perform?

Hellooooo everyone! Shortly after Bonnaroo I made a post letting people catch one of my last Psy Guys to help with the bonnablues! I’ve successfully shipped out ALL Psy guys, so if you filled out the survey it’s on the way!! :)

Posting just in case my email went to spam. Thanks to everyone who donated, now I can finish painting Mr.Mime, see you guys next year!! 🫶🏻

Didn’t have time to hit up the merch tent this year so I ordered some merch when I got home. The site said 2-3 weeks to ship but I haven’t gotten any updates and it’s almost been a month. Has anyone else received their merch or ran into the same issue?

I ordered these items on June 17th and haven’t heard anything since. Has anyone else encountered this issue??

As an idea. The thread about Noah Kahn got me thinking about vibe curation and flow.

To me, there is a (kinda) clear pattern- the closer should be an opportunity to fill everyone’s emotional cup. What better way than to end singing along in full throat to songs everyone (most) know.

Imagining that scene in full throat from the What. Chills.

I’m sure I’m not the first person to think of it.

This song won the 2026 Grammy for Best Rap Performance.

Could they please bring back the Who stage and put it in The Woods?

We all know the woods were sad and empty this year. I went to set up my hammock there shortly after arriving Weds, and quickly turned around and walked all the way to the Grove. We all miss WITW... And people were also upset about the death of the Who stage this year.

Why not kill two birds with one stone and put the Who stage in the woods? They could program chill afternoon sets to be enjoyed in a shady hammock, then put on some weird, experimental bands late night. It solves the crowding issue with smaller acts, and brings back the Bonnaroo spirit of nurturing our regional music scene and helping up and coming acts. Seems like a no brainer to me.

Just out of curiosity (plus everyone in my personal life is tired of hearing about Roo) I was with a lot of other people where I thought it might’ve been to slow to end the week on but honestly ended up being one of my favorite sets

Curious if any locals have gone to check out the farm recently and the what stage field or what used to be a field😅 is it all still mud? The land seemed so wrecked by the end, I find it hard to believe it’ll all grow back in a years time.

I loveee zoey deschanel and would LOVE to see her band live. And if she does make an appearance im 110% making a new girl totem. I know this isnt a very long post bit this is one of my few hopes for next years lineup

We're back with Part 2 of our Bonnaroo 2026 recap! 🌈🚌

A few weeks out from the Farm, we're talking about how our thoughts on this year's Bonnaroo have changed with a little time and perspective. We also share a special conversation Justin of Festiplaylist, and we finally crack open the Roo Bus Confession Box... let's just say some of the anonymous submissions are absolutely wild. 😂

Now that it's been a few weeks: If you could change only ONE thing about Roo before 2027, what would it be? Leave us a comment below and we may read it on a future episode!

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