Under the blazing desert sun, chants of “Mexico” echoed through the Coachella Valley. The Santa Fe Klan appeared with his accordion in hand as a huge silver inflatable 'SFK' loomed behind him. He makes his Coachella debut on Saturday (April 13) at 4:45 p.m. PT was an unforgettable moment.
Kicking off with the infectious beat of “Cuidando El Territorio,” the rapper wasted no time in building up the crowd's energy. “Y arriba México, cabrones!” he yelled, sparking a wave of Mexican pride that swept through the audience on Coachella's main stage.
Wearing an oversized black jersey emblazoned with the numbers “473,” the area code for Santa Fe's hometown of Guanajuato, the lyricist put on a riveting showcase. From the heavy bars of 'Cypher' to the heartfelt melodies of 'Mi Vicio' and the poetic prowess of 'Luna y Mar', he effortlessly blended rap, cumbia and Mexican symbolism.
Accompanied by a crew of dancers dressed in bulletproof vests, military cargo pants and bandanas, and a full band consisting of a drummer, bassist, guitarist and DJ, the Mexican star's presence was undeniable. As he picked up his accordion, the crowd erupted into a frenzy, ready to dance to the infectious cumbia sonidera of 'Soledad'. “Let's dance cumbia“, he argued.
But his performance was more than music—it was a celebration of Mexican culture, barrio life and resilience. “Con la Bandera arriba, ¡que se sienta México!he exclaimed, expressing gratitude to his fans and honoring his legacy.
Guest appearances added to the spectacle, with poet/rapper Nanpa Básico from Colombia joining SFK on stage for an entertaining rap cover of “Te Iré A Buscar.” Later, “Tornillo” took the spotlight, delivering a powerful performance of “Un Día Todo Se Termina (Remix)” alongside the star of the show.
In the middle of his set, the artist took off his shirt to show his body tattooed with stunning portraits of Mexican idols such as Chalino Sánchez and Pedro Infante.
As his set drew to a close, the Guanajuato native paid tribute to his late partner Lefty SM with a heartfelt rendition of “Por Mi Bandera,” from their joint 2020 album. Necessidad. Mexican flags flew proudly, decorating the desert as the growing legacy of the Santa Fe Klan echoed through the Coachella Valley.
The previous day, on Day 1 of the festival, Santa Fe Klan surprised fans during Peso Pluma's set with an electrifying performance of 'NO SON KLLE', cementing his status as a force to be reckoned with.
