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Katseye Performs Without Manon Bannerman at Coachella 2026 Amid Her Hiatus From the Group

The five-member set included a surprise performance of "Golden" with HUNTR/X vocalists EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami.

  • On Friday, April 10, Katseye made their Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival debut as a five-member group, with Manon Bannerman absent due to her ongoing hiatus from the band.
  • HYBE and Geffen Records announced in February that Bannerman would take a temporary hiatus to focus on her "health and wellbeing," allowing the group to proceed with scheduled activities.
  • Guest vocalists EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami joined the group on stage for a collaborative performance of "Golden" from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack during the set.
  • Addressing fans via Instagram Stories, Bannerman wrote, "6 milli of you, sending warm hugs and kisses to all of u," despite management confirming she would not join the group onstage.
  • While a source told Us Weekly on Monday, April 6, that she does not plan to return, Bannerman stated on Weverse that she is having "positive conversations" with HYBE management regarding her future.
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The popular K-pop group Katseye shone on their first night in Coachella, despite not having the voice of Manon Bannerman

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US Magazine broke the news in United States on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
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