Of the many side stages that’s proliferated the grounds of Coachella over the years, the one that all the real music heads know is thedolab, the electronic dance oasis tucked at the corner of the festival that’s mastered the art of surprise.⁠ ⁠ Since its inception in 2005 as one of the festival’s first art installations, Do LaB has outgrown its humble origins to become a musical behemoth of its own with a separately curated lineup — that often leans electronic and underground — and a tradition of booking “surprise” big-name acts that are only announced day of. Diplo, Skrillex, ZHU, and ODESZA are just a handful of the dozens of stars who’ve graced its stage, and in recent years, the hype has spilled into the mainstream.⁠ ⁠ In 2024, BillieEilish took over the stage for a surprise set that led to Do LaB seeing its biggest crowds to date — as ever, the only thing predictable about Do LaB is its unpredictability.⁠ ⁠ Read our interview with Do LaB's founders at the link in bio.⁠ ⁠ 📸 Courte...