From Sabrina Carpenter to Tyler, the Creator, check out the Lolla 2026 artists who are in Rolling Stone’s 250 best songs of the 21st century
Last Wednesday, the 8th, the Rolling Stone released its list of the 250 greatest songs of the 21st century. The ranking, prepared by the magazine’s editorial team, covers four decades of diverse releases — from pop to rap, from indie to electronic — without prioritizing popularity parameters. The selection criteria were not streaming plays or charts, but rather the “musical brilliance and originality” of the tracks. Each song included seeks to capture the “chaotic glory” of contemporary music, according to the editors, making this list a kind of cultural thermometer of our time.
Coincidentally, some of the artists included in the list are also part of the lineup. Lollapalooza Brasil 2026which will take place from March 20th to 22nd in São Paulo. But who are they?
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter appears in the list of Rolling Stone with the track “Espresso”positioned in 167th place. The song, released on his album Short n’ Sweet (2024), became a hit among fans due to its captivating melody and romantic lyrics, marking the American artist as one of the pop promises of the new generation.
In her career, Sabrina Carpenter has already accumulated chart hits and successful international tours. In 2026, she will make her third performance (2017, 2019 and 2023) in Brazil and her first as a main attraction at the Lollapalooza Brazil.
The current moment is the highest point in its history. After years of growing steadily, Carpenter exploded globally in 2024 with the success of Short n’ Sweet. The album consolidated her image as one of the most charismatic and ironic voices in contemporary pop and took the singer to the main festivals around the world. In August, she released her latest project: Man’s Best Friend (2025) and will bring the album tour to Brazil.
Chappell Roan
The American singer Chappell Roan is also highlighted on the list. Your track “Pink Pony Club” (2020) occupies 23rd position in the ranking, the highest position of the artists on this list. The single, which mixes danceable pop with lyrics about late-night indulgences, has become a cult anthem over the years, boosting recognition for Roan between critics and the public.
Roanknown for her extravagant image and energetic shows, will come to Brazil to perform for the first time.
After conquering the internet and critics with vibrant performances and visuals inspired by cabaret and drag, Chappell Roan is also experiencing a meteoric rise. In 2025, she was one of the most talked about artists on the festival circuit, with performances at Coachella and Glastonbury. Her mix of theatricality and vulnerability made her an icon of the new queer pop scene, which makes her debut on the Lollapalooza one of the most anticipated moments of the festival.
Skrillex
The producer and DJ Skrillex has its contribution to the ranking in 239th position, with “Bangarang”in which he appears as the main artist alongside the singer Sirah. The song is known for its energetic electronic drop and striking chorus, having become a dubstep classic at the beginning of the last decade.
Skrillex is one of the headliners on Saturday, 21st, second day of Lollapalooza 2026and is already used to Brazil and the festival. Next year will be the sixth time for the artist, who even replaced Drake in 2023.
At the moment, Skrillex is experiencing a creative renaissance. After a more reserved period, the DJ returned in 2023 with two simultaneous albums, Quest for Fire and Don’t Get Too Closeand now with another project, FCK U SKRILLEX YOU THINK UR ANDY WARHOL BUT UR NOT!! <3* (2025), which mixed bass music, house and experimental influences. Collaborations with Fred again.. and Four Tet they placed him back at the center of contemporary electronic music, now more mature and open to sound fusions, without losing the chaotic energy that made him famous.
Tyler, the Creator
The rapper and producer Tyler, the Creator appears in the ranking with the track “Yonkers”placed in 91st place. The single is the second track from Goblin (2011) and was one of those responsible for making Tyler known to the general public. With its dark beat and hypnotic chorus, “Yonkers” it was considered groundbreaking and helped shape the sound of alternative rap at the time.
Tyler, the Creator will be one of the main attractions on the last day of the festival and, unlike the others on the list, it has been a while since the artist has set foot on Brazilian soil. His last and only time was during the festival SWUwith his collective Odd Future.
In recent years, Tyler He established himself as one of the most consistent and creative artists of his generation. Since Flower Boy (2017), he has been exploring new sounds, mixing soul, jazz and hip-hop. He released two albums in a short interval: Chromakopia (2024) and Don’t Tap The Glass (2025), both acclaimed by critics and fans.
Lord
Finally, the New Zealander Lord It is one of the few that appears more than once on the list. “Green Light”from Melodrama (2017), ranked 127th, and “Ribs”from Pure Heroine (2013), in 34th place.
Recognized for shows full of electronic arrangements and striking vocals, she will bring her award-winning repertoire to the stage in São Paulo for the third time (2014, 2018 and 2022).
After virgin (2025), the singer showed that she still maintains her high level and reaches the Lollapalooza 2026 as one of the most anticipated attractions by fans.
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Source: Rollingstone

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