en.Sketsamalang.com – Indonesian girl group no na is set to take its growing international career to another level after being included in the lineup for the 2027 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. The announcement places the four-member group alongside some of the world’s biggest music acts, marking another milestone for Indonesia’s presence in the global music industry.
The 2027 lineup features international stars such as Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, SZA, Madonna, JISOO, and Zara Larsson. For no na, the opportunity offers a platform to introduce its contemporary pop sound and Indonesian cultural influences to a wider international audience.
Coachella 2027 will take place over two weekends, April 9–11 and April 16–18, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. According to the published lineup, no na is scheduled to perform on Saturday, April 10, and Saturday, April 17, although individual performance times have yet to be announced.
Bringing Indonesian Culture Into Global Pop Music
One of the defining aspects of no na’s music is its effort to combine Indonesian cultural influences with contemporary pop, R&B, and dance sounds. Rather than limiting cultural references to visual concepts, the group incorporates traditional musical elements and Indonesian-language lyrics into its releases.
For instance, rollerblade features gamelan-inspired sounds, while work incorporates the traditional Indonesian ceng-ceng instrument. Their music videos also highlight Indonesian landscapes and cultural references, including Bali, as part of their visual identity.
The group’s approach is a deliberate creative choice rather than an occasional addition to its music. “Every time we do something, we always try to implement Indonesian elements,” Shaz said in an interview reported by NME on April 29, 2026.
Esther also spoke about the positive response to the group’s Indonesian identity and how audiences have embraced that aspect of their music. “People really loved that we’re very Indonesian,” Esther said, as reported by NME.
From Viral Releases to International Recognition
no na’s growing international profile has been supported by the response to several of its releases, particularly rollerblade and work. According to the group’s official biography, rollerblade generated more than three billion views across TikTok and accumulated over 33.5 million streams, alongside significant engagement from social media users.
The group was also included in NME’s 100 Essential Emerging Artists of 2026, a selection highlighting promising new musicians from around the world. The recognition added to the group’s growing visibility beyond Southeast Asia and helped introduce its music to international audiences.
Musically, no na has continued to explore different sounds while maintaining its Indonesian identity. In an interview with Billboard Philippines, Esther discussed the group’s decision to experiment with a different musical direction through work.
“We wanted to explore a new genre and a new side of no na that has never been seen before,” Esther said, as reported by Billboard Philippines.
The group’s willingness to experiment with its sound while retaining cultural influences has become an important part of its artistic direction. This balance allows no na to participate in the global pop scene without abandoning the identity that distinguishes its music.
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What Coachella 2027 Means for Indonesian Music
Coachella is one of the world’s most internationally recognised music and arts festivals, attracting major performers and audiences from different countries every year. Its lineup brings together artists from various genres, providing a platform for both established stars and emerging acts to reach global audiences.
The 2027 edition will feature headliners Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, and SZA, alongside performers including Madonna, JISOO, NCT, BABYMONSTER, Peggy Gou, and Zara Larsson. no na’s inclusion places the Indonesian group in a diverse international lineup and gives it an opportunity to introduce its music to festivalgoers from around the world.
For the four members, the appearance represents more than another international performance. It also reflects the growing opportunities for Southeast Asian artists to reach audiences beyond their home markets while bringing their cultural backgrounds into contemporary music.
As no na prepares for its Coachella debut in April 2027, the group’s journey highlights how Indonesian music is finding new ways to connect with the global industry. Its next chapter will also offer an opportunity to show how local cultural influences can become part of an increasingly international pop landscape.