Why Bailey Zimmerman's Stagecoach Performance Didn't Go as Planned and the Advice His Dad Gave Him About Confidence (Exclusive)
Why Bailey Zimmerman's Stagecoach Performance Didn't Go as Planned and the Advice His Dad Gave Him About Confidence (Exclusive)
Daniela AvilaFri, May 1, 2026 at 4:55 PM UTC
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Bailey Zimmerman at Stagecoach in Indio on April 24, 2026Credit: Timothy Norris/Getty -
Bailey Zimmerman's Stagecoach performance was impacted by strong winds, preventing planned pyrotechnics and flame effects
Zimmerman performed hits like "Fall in Love" and led a singalong to Miley Cyrus' "The Climb" during his set
He reflected on his collaboration with American Eagle and his excitement for his 2026 Different Nights Same Rodeo Tour
Bailey Zimmerman's Stagecoach performance didn't go exactly as planned — but he knew how to make up for it.
When the "Rock and a Hard Place" singer took the stage to perform at the country music festival in Indio, Calif. on April 24, he had planned to include some pyrotechnics but the wind got in the way.
"Honestly, the wind was the craziest part this year," Zimmerman, 26, told PEOPLE after his performance.
Bailey Zimmerman at American Eagle's Denim DesertCredit: Courtesy of American Eagle
"We had some big pyro and flame moments planned, but couldn't use them because of it.But the crowd didn't care. The energy was still insane, and that's really what makes the show," he said.
During his performance, Zimmerman sang early hits like "Fall in Love," as well as songs from his most recent album Different Night, Same Rodeo. At one point, he started a loud singalong to Miley Cyrus' "The Climb."
When asked what makes him feel confident on stage, Zimmerman — who was part of the American Eagle Jeans Country campaign — recalled a piece of advice from his dad.
"My dad always told me, 'Look good, feel good, play good.' I believe that. If I step on stage feeling good about how I look, everything else just follows," the "Religiously" singer said, adding that he was feeling "so confident" in his custom American Eagle boxers.
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On his collaboration with American Eagle, which had an onsite experience at the festival called the Denim Desert, Zimmerman told PEOPLE he's been wearing the brand "for as long as I can remember" and associates the brand with fond memories.
Bailey Zimmerman at American Eagle's Denim DesertCredit: Courtesy of American Eagle
"I have so many memories growing up and going back to school shopping with my mom to the mall. A trip to the mall was always such a big deal to us," he recalled, adding that American Eagle was a part of that shopping experience.
"Their stuff just fits my style. I've always been a big fan of their boxers especially. Back in 2024, I actually wore a pair onstage at Stagecoach, so getting to come back this year in a fully custom AE look felt like a full-circle moment," he says. "I had to show off the boxers again."
When he styles his jeans, Zimmerman likes to "rough them up a little bit" by letting the hem out at the bottom, adding patches and throwing on a wallet chain.
Bailey Zimmerman at Stagecoach in Indio on April 24, 2026Credit: John Shearer/Getty
Following Stagecoach, Zimmerman will continue on the road for his 2026 Different Night Same Rodeo Tour. He's also been spending time writing and recording in the studio.
"I can't wait to keep touring. Getting to see fans we've built relationships with over the past five years— from the sprinter van days playing bars to now doing arena tours — that means everything to me," the "Holy Smokes" singer said. "I'm excited to keep putting out music and playing shows."
He concluded, "I've got the best job in the world."
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