Big Rock Coachella - It was one of the most anticipated musical reunions in years: Andre 3000 and Big Boi would be performing together as Outkast for the first time since 2002. The guest stars were at best predictable (Janelle Monáe, who frequently collaborates with Big Boi), and at worst, baffling – Future’s appearance was used to promote his forthcoming album, which felt like a jarring intrusion into what should have been an Outkast party.
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At times it felt like two solo shows attempting awkwardly to become one, with Big Boi doing the bulk of the heavy lifting – and Shutterbugg, one of his solo tracks, received one of the best receptions of the night. By the time Hey Ya! The social media response was rapid, with some hardcore fans suggesting the poppier Coachella crowd hadn’t wanted to see an Outkast back catalogue show, they only wanted to hear the big hit.