Instagram/Darius Rucker & Chuck D & Music Relive Hootie & the Blowfish's nostalgic Stagecoach debut in 2026, featuring classic hits, Darius Rucker's energy, and a surprise Kool & the Gang mashup. April 28, 2026 AceShowbiz - On the evening of April 26, 2026, Hootie and the Blowfish made their first-ever appearance at the Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California. The band opened their set as the sun set over the desert, immediately captivating the crowd with a wave of nostalgia.