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Just Like Heaven Festival Reveals 2025 Lineup: Vampire Weekend, Rilo Kiley, and More

Published January 27, 2025

The excitement is palpable as the Just Like Heaven Festival announces its 2025 lineup, bringing back a wave of nostalgia for many who remember the music scene of the late 2000s.

Headlining the festival are iconic bands like Vampire Weekend, along with other celebrated acts such as Rilo Kiley, TV On The Radio, Empire of the Sun, Bloc Party, and Slowdive. This lineup encapsulates the spirit of indie music that defined an era.

In addition to these headline acts, festival-goers can look forward to performances by respected artists such as The Drums, Courtney Barnett, Toro Y Moi, Panda Bear, and Peter Bjorn and John.

A highlight of this year’s event is the reunion of Rilo Kiley, a beloved band fronted by Jenny Lewis. They last performed in 2008 and haven’t released new music since their 2007 album, “Under The Blacklight.” Expressing their excitement about participating, the band remarked, “We are so very excited to come back together for Just Like Heaven in Pasadena, California—Los Angeles. As a band, we began here, and we feel so fortunate to return among so many artists and friends, to this community we hold so dear, in such a beautiful and meaningful place.”

The festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 10, at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. Tickets will be available for purchase starting January 31, and fans are encouraged to visit sites like Vivid Seats to secure their spots.

Ticket Information

Various ticket types will be available for this single-day festival, catering to different preferences and budgets. General Admission and VIP options are just a couple of the choices festival-goers can expect.

Complete Lineup

A total of 21 artists from the early 2000s indie scene are confirmed to perform at the 2025 Just Like Heaven Festival. Fans can anticipate a memorable day filled with nostalgic performances from their favorite bands.

Other Upcoming Tours

If you can’t attend the festival in Pasadena, don’t worry. Many other bands from the 2000s are touring this year. Notable artists include Jack White, St. Vincent, Franz Ferdinand, LCD Soundsystem, and Beach House. Keep an eye out for these acts as they hit the road this coming season.

As the festival approaches, fans can look forward to reliving the music that defined their youth, celebrating the indie music scene that remains cherished to this day.

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