AP Dhillon Defends Guitar Smash at Coachella 2024: Says I’m out of control
AP Dhillon stirred up quite a storm at Coachella 2024, not just with his music but with a controversial act that left many fans disappointed. During his performance, the singer grabbed headlines by smashing a guitar on stage, a move that didn't sit well with a large section of the audience.
The backlash followed swiftly, with many criticizing Dhillon's actions. However, the singer seemed to double down on his controversial act when he took to Instagram to share photos and videos from his Coachella performance, including the moment he broke the guitar. In the caption accompanying his post, Dhillon wrote, “The media is controlled and I’m out of control.”
Despite his attempt to justify his actions, netizens remained unimpressed. One user expressed disappointment, highlighting the cultural significance of musical instruments and questioning the wisdom of destroying one that had played a crucial role in producing the desired music. Another echoed similar sentiments, stating their disapproval of the guitar-smashing act.
Singer Rahul Vaidya also joined the chorus of disapproval, describing Dhillon's behaviour as "unfortunate" and emphasizing the cultural reverence for musical instruments. He urged Dhillon to remember his roots and not succumb to Western trends.
While Dhillon's controversial act dominated headlines, it's important to note that Coachella 2024 featured an impressive lineup of headliners including Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator, and No Doubt. The diverse array of performers also included Peso Pluma, Blur, J Balvin, Ice Spice, Sublime, Lil Uzi Vert, Grimes, Victoria Monet, Jon Batiste, Bleachers, Justice, Deftones, and Lil Yachty, making it a memorable event for music enthusiasts.
This incident evokes memories of Diljit Dosanjh's historic performance at Coachella the previous year. Dosanjh made history as the first Punjabi singer to grace the Coachella stage, delivering a captivating performance that resonated with the audience, including renowned musician Diplo.
As controversies continue to surround artists' actions on stage, it remains to be seen how AP Dhillon's guitar-smashing incident will impact his career and reputation in the music industry.
- PTC PUNJABI