Cowchella, a Welsh music festival organized by Ian 'H' Watkins, had to rename to Moo-La-La after a complaint from Coachella. Find out more about the rebranding.
Welsh Music Festival Changes Name to Moo-La-La
Cowchella, a small music festival organized by Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins in Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, was set to take place in August.
However, the festival faced an unexpected hurdle when the giant US festival Coachella raised a complaint about the event's name. As a result, Cowchella has now been rebranded as the Moo-La-La Festival.
Complaint from Coachella
Coachella, known for its iconic music festival in California, took exception to the name Cowchella and requested a name change due to potential confusion and trademark issues.
Moo-La-La Festival
In response to Coachella's complaint, organizers of the Welsh festival decided to change the name to Moo-La-La. The rebranding aims to avoid any legal conflicts and maintain the spirit of the event.
Steps Star Ian 'H' Watkins
The festival, which was originally named Cowchella as a playful nod to both cows and Coachella, was organized by Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins. Watkins expressed disappointment over the name change but understood the necessity to comply with Coachella's request.
Future of Moo-La-La Festival
The Moo-La-La Festival is still scheduled to take place in August in Cowbridge, offering a lineup of music, arts, and entertainment for attendees. The organizers are optimistic about the event's success under its new name.
Reactions and Support
Many fans and supporters of the festival have shown understanding towards the name change, recognizing the need to respect intellectual property rights and avoid any potential legal issues.
Despite the last-minute rebranding, the Moo-La-La Festival is expected to draw a crowd of music enthusiasts and festival-goers, eager to enjoy a weekend of entertainment and fun in Wales.
Published on 28 July 2025 by Ben Robinson
