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Coachella promoter books Stones, McCartney, Dylan and more for October festival

Coachella organizers announce new megafest
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Coachella organizers announce new megafest

Six of rock's biggest legends will share a stage in California for three days in October, thanks to Coachella producer Goldenvoice.

Desert Trip, a three-night event, will feature The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, The Who, Neil Young and Roger Waters.

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Rumors about the classic rock festival have circulated since April when Goldenvoice first revealed that it would be hosting an event.

Social media users took to Twitter on Tuesday to cheer the lineup.

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To be sure, the price tag knocked some fans for a loop.

Single-day tickets for the event, which begins Oct.7, start at $199 and three-day tickets run from $399 to $1,599, not including convenience fees. Passes go on sale May 9.

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Goldenvoice didn't immediately respond to a call for comment.