Rumours swirl Lewis Capaldi could take 'secret slot' at Glastonbury festival

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Lewis Capaldi fans are rejoicing after rumours have began to circulate that the West Lothian crooner could make a return to Glastonbury Festival.
The news comes two years after the talented musician struggled to perform in front of thousands of adoring supporters at the iconic music event.
The Scot is believed to be taking the 'Secret Set' slot on the Friday night of Glastonbury. The Forget Me chanter is believed to be taking to the Pyramid Stage at the iconic music event after Alanis Morrisette, reports the Daily Mail.
It comes after the 28-year-old was forced to apologise to fans throughout his 2023 Glastonbury set as he battled with flailing vocals and a fading voice. Capaldi looked visibly frustrated throughout the performance as he made an emotional admission to the crowd.
It later came to light that Lewis had experienced an attack of Tourette's Syndrome on stage. The Bruises hitmaker had previously taken time off in the lead-up to the festival to focus on his mental health and told fans on stage he would likely be taking another extended break following the performance, the Daily Record reports.
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"Look I'm really sorry before we go any further, because this is a pain in the a***," he said. "You've all come out and I'm apologising that my voice is f***ing packing in. Glastonbury I'm really sorry, I'm a bit annoyed with myself here.
"I recently took three weeks off, just because I've been non-stop since the start of the year and wanted a break for my head and my mental health. I wanted to come back and do Glastonbury because it's so incredible and I just want to thank you all for coming out.
"I was scared but you really made me feel at ease. I'm really sorry, I hope they will let me back on even though it's been a sh**show.
"I feel like I'll be taking another break over the next few weeks so you probably won't see me for the rest of the year. But when I do come back and I do see you I hope you're up for watching."
In a touching show of unity and support, the crowd sang Lewis' hit Someone You Loved back to him, nearly moving him to tears. Music-lovers also buoyed him up by chanting "Oh Lewis Capaldi".
Lewis vanished from the spotlight to adjust to the impact of his Tourette's, saying that it "became obvious" during his Glastonbury set "that he needed to spend much more time getting his mental and physical health in order".
"I [need to do this] so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come," he added at the time.
"Playing for you every night is all I've ever dreamed of, so this has been the most difficult decision of my life.
"I'll be back as soon as I possibly can."
Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that often causes sudden unwanted and uncontrolled rapid and repeated movements or vocal sounds called tics, at times making it difficult for people to speak.
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Fans were given an insight into Lewis' diagnosis in his acclaimed Netflix documentary, How I'm Feeling Now, which was released shortly before his Glasto appearance.
In May, the Glasgow-born musician made a shock appearance at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms. He graced the stage as part of Tom Walker's headlining gig, in a low-key appearance which took everyone by surprise.
And back in March, singer Yungblud excitedly talked up Capaldi's pending return to music, remarking: "I have heard his new music and it sounds great. He is getting his mental health right. I love him. We've been on this ride together."
Lewis Capaldi's management and Glastonbury Festival have been contacted for comment.