The day after Lana Del Rey welcomed surprise guests Billie Eilish, Jack Antonoff, and Jon Batiste during her Coachella festival headlining set, the reunited No Doubt also got in on the action by inviting Olivia Rodrigo to join them on stage during their 80-minute set. Wearing an “I Love ND” tank top, Rodrigo and Gwen Stefani traded vocals on the song “Bathwater” from their 2000 album Return of Saturn. This marked the first Coachella appearance for both No Doubt and Rodrigo, with the Stefani-led group not having performed together since 2015.
Rodrigo had recently covered No Doubt’s hit “Just a Girl” throughout her 2022 live shows, and just finished the first North American leg of her GUTS world tour. She will resume her tour on April 30 in Dublin. In a recent interview with Nylon, Rodrigo praised Stefani for her ability to evolve and explore different styles of music, songwriting, and aesthetics while staying true to herself. She called Stefani a true artist who defies stereotypes and boundaries, making music that she finds cool.
It is unclear if No Doubt will be playing any more shows following their Coachella performance, but Gwen Stefani has several solo dates scheduled for the spring and summer, including an appearance at the Lovers and Friends festival in Las Vegas on May 4. The collaboration between No Doubt and Olivia Rodrigo at Coachella was well-received by fans and critics alike, marking a memorable moment for both artists. The surprise guest appearances at Coachella continued to create buzz and excitement among festival-goers.
No Doubt’s performance at Coachella marked their return to the stage after a long hiatus, and the addition of Olivia Rodrigo added a fresh and exciting element to their set. The collaboration between Rodrigo and Stefani on “Bathwater” was a highlight of the performance, showcasing the talent and chemistry between the two artists. Rodrigo’s admiration for Stefani as a pioneering artist who pushes boundaries and defies stereotypes added depth to their collaboration, making it a meaningful moment for both musicians and fans.
As fans eagerly await news of any potential future performances by No Doubt, the band’s appearance at Coachella served as a reminder of their enduring legacy and influence in the music industry. With Gwen Stefani continuing to innovate and evolve as an artist, and Olivia Rodrigo making her mark as a rising star, the collaboration between the two artists at Coachella was a special and memorable moment that will be remembered by fans for years to come.
