Swedish pop singer Zara Larsson delivered an energetic performance at the T-Mobile stage during the second day of Lollapalooza in Grant Park, Chicago, despite weather delays and cancellations. Larsson’s set was postponed by two hours due to rain, which also led to the cancellation of Lil Uzi Vert’s appearance. Bringing a vibrant tropical atmosphere to the overcast afternoon, Larsson opened with "Midnight Sun," accompanied by visuals of sunlit skies and ocean waves.
Supported by a four-piece band and backup dancers, Larsson engaged the audience with tracks from her 2023 album "Midnight Sun," including "Pretty Ugly," as well as earlier hits such as 2017’s "I Would Like" and "Lush Life." During the latter, she invited a fan onstage to perform the song's choreography, eliciting enthusiastic crowd participation. Reflecting on her career, Larsson noted it had been nine years since her first Lollapalooza appearance and emphasized perseverance amid recent successes.
Meanwhile, Slayyyter, the stage persona of St. Louis native Catherine Grace Garner, was elevated to a main stage slot following a last-minute program adjustment. Her performance attracted a sizable crowd, identifiable by fans sporting her signature bunny ears and trucker caps. Promoting her latest album, "Wor$t Girl in America," Slayyyter delivered a dynamic set blending electro-pop with industrial metal elements. Backed by a live band, the intense sound amplified tracks such as “Old Technology” and “Crank,” the latter inciting energetic mosh pit activity among attendees. Garner’s stage presence was marked by vigorous headbanging and growling, emphasizing the album's dark and rebellious themes.
Adding to the day's diverse musical offerings, actor and musician Finn Wolfhard made his solo festival debut. Best known for his role as Mike Wheeler on the television series "Stranger Things," Wolfhard presented a style rooted in Midwest indie folk and neo-country. Accompanied by six supporting musicians, his set featured a variety of instruments including electric and acoustic guitars, keys, lap steel, fiddle, and drums. While Wolfhard encouraged the crowd to be lively, the audience gradually thinned as attendees moved on to other performances. Observers noted the audience encompassed both his younger fans and a quieter group of older indie rock listeners, distinguishing his appeal from co-stars Joe Keery and Maya Hawke, who often attract more fan-centric gatherings.
Overall, the second day of Lollapalooza demonstrated a range of musical styles and performances amid challenging weather conditions, highlighting emerging and established artists across the festival’s stages.