Dust off those boots and turn up the volume—Stagecoach 2025 has officially redefined what it means to throw a country music party in the desert. What unfolded at California’s Empire Polo Fields wasn’t just a festival—it was a time-warping, genre-blurring, soul-shaking celebration of country music’s past, present, and electric future. And yes, Sammy Hagar and Guy Fieri did steal the show.
Before we dive into the red dirt recap, don’t forget—tonight on Live Jam: the Live Country Radio Show takes over your speakers. A five-hour, no-holds-barred marathon of all live country music, featuring performances lifted straight from concert halls, festival stages, and legendary live albums. If you missed Stagecoach—or just want to live in that live music magic—this show is your golden ticket. Let’s boot-scoot through what made Stagecoach 2025 so unforgettable.
Sammy Hagar Rocks the Desert, Guy Fieri Heats Up the Grill
Call it rock-meets-rodeo: Sammy Hagar turned the Palomino Stage into a tequila-soaked, sun-drenched, full-throttle memory lane, bringing a blast of ’80s attitude and good-vibes grit that had even the most hardcore country purists raising their red solo cups. But the kicker? He brought out flavor king Guy Fieri for a surprise appearance that shook the sand.
Hagar dove into a high-octane setlist of Van Halen favorites, solo hits, and a little desert-blues seasoning, while Fieri’s cameo came complete with flaming shirts, barbecue talk, and enough stage charisma to match the headliners. Together, they proved what we already knew: country’s new golden rule is there are no rules.
A Weekend of “Did That Just Happen?” Moments
Stagecoach 2025 didn’t just pull from country’s A-list—it pulled from everywhere. Zach Bryan’s gritty heartland poetry owned the Mane Stage Friday night, giving fans goosebumps under the desert stars. Lana Del Rey floated through the Palomino stage like a dream, premiering new music and turning cowboy hats into flower crowns with her hypnotic vibe.
T-Pain turned late night into a full-blown club set, with Kesha crashing the party. Yes, that’s right—T-Pain and Kesha at a country festival. And it worked. That same late-night energy spilled into Diplo’s HonkyTonk, where Paris Hilton, Lizzo, and Diplo in full DJ form dropped an unexpected, genre-agnostic dance party into the mix.
Saturday’s stunners included Jelly Roll’s triumphant headlining set, a raw, genre-crossing performance that brought out Lana again, along with Machine Gun Kelly, Wiz Khalifa, and others who helped blur every musical line in sight. Add in Creed’s throwback alt-rock blast, Tori Kelly’s surprise duet, and Sturgill Simpson’s outlaw energy, and you’ve got the recipe for a once-in-a-generation night.
Sunday Served a Finale That Hit Every Note
By the time Luke Combs closed the weekend with a heartfelt, hit-packed set, the crowd was sunburned, hoarse, and emotionally full. His guest list? Only Garth Brooks, Good Charlotte, and Bailey Zimmerman—because why not throw a little pop-punk into the country stew?
Midland, with help from Noah Cyrus, Marcus King, and Mackenzie Carpenter, leaned into retro glam and vintage twang. Over at Palomino, Flatland Cavalry brought red dirt realness, and Goo Goo Dolls added a dose of alt-pop nostalgia. Sammy Hagar returned to light the stage on fire again, just before The Backstreet Boys (!) capped off Late Night at Palomino with one of the most surreal, singalong-friendly finales you could imagine.
Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse: The True VIP Tent
Stagecoach isn’t just music—it’s a lifestyle, and the culinary scene proved it. Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse was the unofficial fourth headliner, bringing an A-list mix of flavors and famous faces to the grill. Jelly Roll and Shaboozey traded mics for aprons, Brothers Osborne teamed up with Whiskey Myers, and Tracy Lawrence grilled like a pro. The food was as unforgettable as the music—and that’s saying something.
Stagecoach 2025 Wasn’t Just a Festival. It Was a Movement.
With surprise guests, genre-breaking collaborations, and performances that’ll live in legend, Stagecoach 2025 didn’t just raise the bar—it launched it into the stratosphere. Whether you were boots-on-ground or watching the Amazon Music livestream, you witnessed history.
And tonight? We keep that energy alive with Live Jam’s Live Country Radio Show. Five hours. All country. All live. From outlaw ballads and rodeo anthems to dueling guitars and foot-stomping showstoppers—it’s the closest thing to being front row at Stagecoach without the dust in your teeth.
Set Your Station. Pour a Drink. Crank the Volume.
Tonight’s Live Country Radio Show starts at 9 PM. Live performances from legends and rising stars. No commercials. No filler. Just that magic you can only get when the mic is hot, the crowd is roaring, and the music is real.
See y’all there. 🤠
—Live Jam
All Live. All The Time.
