Janet Jackson

Friday was so cold that The Weeknd could hardly feel his face, while Saturday left fans with sunburns that rivaled the red of Florence Welch’s iconic hair.

With a decade under its belt, Outside Lands 2018 knew what it was doing — repeating multiple artists from its first lineup while also finally managing to have female headliners.

Seven No. 1 albums into her career, it’s no secret that Jackson is a born hit-maker. But it’s her ability to bring these hits to life that cements her superstar status.

Monáe recently came out as pansexual, which she addressed: “You guys got to find out a little bit more about how I like to love. Happy Pride forever!”

Even though The Weeknd’s music was well-received by the Friday night crowd, his concert wasn’t particularly inventive or original.

Outside Lands is feverishly exalted. So, here it is — one jaded concert critic’s take on the lineup for San Francisco’s 11th Outside Lands.

When you run out of meaningful issues to address, here are some fresh ideas for what to protest this spring. Don't forget your picket signs!