Paris Jackson performs at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris performed at BottleRock on Saturday in Napa, showcasing her uniquely captivating grunge aesthetic, indie-rock sound and undeniable stage presence. 

Performing with her band on the T-Mobile stage, the 28-year-old singer-songwriter held the attention of early attendees with a soulful set. Wearing the ultra-millennial outfit — an oversized flannel and combat boots — Paris took the stage and immediately began rocking out with her electric guitar. 

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Paris Jackson performs during the 2026 BottleRock festival at Napa Valley Expo on May 23, 2026 in Napa, Calif.

Though her musical style is mostly grounded in indie-rock grit, rather than polished pop music like her father, she carried a unique swagger that many would remember of Michael on stage. She danced with loose movements and an instinctive rhythm that subtly echoed her father; while their moves are not identical, there’s something of him in the way that she lets music move her body. 

Paris began her musical career in 2018 when she formed an indie-folk duo with musician Gabriel Glenn, and eventually released her first solo album titled “wilted” in 2020. 

As the crowd anxiously waited to see what Paris would bring to the Napa Valley stage, this reporter experienced a lucky turn of events. A kind man from Texas named Aten gave me his extra pass to........

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