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Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Full Glastonbury line-up includes huge Pyramid Stage mystery performer
Glastonbury Festival have revealed the full lineup for June 2025, with one major surprise still in store as the Pyramid Stage boasts a huge 'TBA' on Friday at 5 pm Festival goers, get your tickets ready because the full 2025 lineup has been revealed, with speculation over mystery band Patchwork, and you won't want to miss this one. The Glastonbury Festival 2025 is set to be a landmark event in the world of music and culture. Scheduled from June 25 to June 29 at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, this year's festival promises an eclectic mix of performances, celebrity appearances, and unforgettable experiences. After previously confirming the headliners as Olivia Rodrigo, The 1975, and Neil Young, along with Rod Stewart taking the Legends slot on Sunday, the full list is now out, and there's still one major surprise in store as the Pyramid Stage boasts a huge 'TBA' on Friday at 5 pm. Other confirmed acts include Charli XCX, RAYE, Fatboy Slim, Wet Leg, The Prodigy, Gracie Abrams, Doechii, The Libertines, Scissor Sisters and Biffy Clyro. Fans are also going wild for another mystery set for Saturday as an artist called Patchwork' will take the stage at 6.15 pm - however, there is no such band. The festival famously did the same trick in 2023 when a band named The Churnups turned out to be The Foo Fighters - to fans' delight. Speculation is in full force, and there are plenty of huge touring artists who could steal the show. Robbie Williams is one of the main artists rumoured as he is currently on tour and suspiciously shared a throwback photo from the 90s at Worthy Farm. Although the Rock DJ singer hasn't appeared at the festival since 1998, he recently said he would 'slaughter' another performance at the iconic festival while speaking on the podcast Robbie Williams Rewind. He said: 'It's one of those times and places, and a reimagination of what Robbie Williams is. When you do Glastonbury, perception changes more than any other festival.' To ensure festival goers don't have any musical clashes or get lost, The Glastonbury App is back and can be a very helpful tool while enjoying some of the latest and greatest artists. Writing on X, formally known at Twitter, the festival said: "We've just unveiled the full Glastonbury 2025 line-up featuring over 3,000 performances across dozens of stages at this year's Festival.' Given the high-profile line-up and the festival's reputation for celebrity sightings, it's expected that numerous celebrities from the music, film, and fashion industries will be in attendance. The festival is expected to draw a crowd of approximately 210,000 attendees, maintaining its status as one of the largest and most influential music festivals globally.
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Glastonbury branded a ‘ticking time bomb' in warning from former executive
Fears around overcrowding at Glastonbury Festival 2025 have re-emerged after a former executive slammed the crowd control. With less than a month to go before Worthy Farm opens its gates, an unnamed insider said it was a 'disaster waiting to happen'. On June 26, Glastonbury will kick off with headliners The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo all taking to the Pyramid Stage across the weekend. Huge crowds are part of the festival experience, with officials often having to close down sections to alleviate the numbers. Last year saw Sugababes shut down West Holts while secret set Kasabian caused chaos at Woodsies – then there was Avril Lavigne whose fans flooded the Other Stage area. 'Worst-case scenario, people are going to die, I think we are going to have some massive issues this year,' said the insider to the Mail on Sunday. Concern was raised after the announcement that Charli XCX, who saw huge success last year with her Brat album, would headline the Other Stage. He claims her DJ set on Levels last year prompted an emergency meeting for bosses as it was anticipated that thousands would rush there after Dua Lipa's headlining slot ended. In the end, while the small stage was packed, no emergency intervention was needed. The source also claimed that there is prolific drug-taking among both festival goers and staff, even those who drive vehicles around the festival. Calls for emergency medical assistance for overdosed or collapsed gig-goers were reportedly being made every 15 to 20 minutes each night. He continued: 'How has it [Glastonbury] survived this long without a major disaster? 'It's got to be a mixture of luck and a mixture of good will, the jewel in the UK's crown is actually something of a ticking time bomb.' A spokesperson for Glastonbury denied these claims and said it tested staff drivers for alcohol and drugs. They also stated that the festival uses a 'system of robust and dynamic crowd-management planning', which includes a 500-strong team who ensure 'that at all times…crowd safety is at the forefront of everyone's minds' Glastonbury released an updated Worthy Farm map last month which did indicate larger areas were being created around the popular stages. Dedicated Glastonbury X account The Glasto Thingy shared a gif comparing last year and 2025's maps, pointing out the changes in areas. 'Big change to Shangri-La,' they wrote. 'Opened up, new area called Dragon's Tail. Oxlyers reduced to give more space in Other Field. More Trending 'Silver Hayes and The Glade both have more space.' These adjustments will likely ease the crowding, especially around the Other Stage which is the festival's second stage. Across the festival, there are plenty of brilliant artists set to perform from newcomers like English Teacher and Lola Young to established acts like The Libertines, Scissor Sisters and even Busta Rhymes. Metro has reached out to Glastonbury for comment. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Glastonbury headliner Sir Rod Stewart cancels gig last minute due to illness MORE: Sir Rod Stewart confirms rock legend will join him on stage at Glastonbury MORE: 'Gutted' Glastonbury glampers who paid £16,500 left ticketless after Yurtel goes bust
Perth Now
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Rod Stewart has 'so much more music' to make and has 3 albums in the works
Sir Rod Stewart has "so much more music" he wants to make. The 80-year-old singer admitted he simply "cannot stop" making tunes, because his "passion for music" is still strong, so much so he has three albums in the pipeline. Speaking to AARP The Magazine, he said: "There's so much more music I want to create. "I've got a covers album, a country album, and a Faces album all in the works. I just can't stop. "Even when I'm spending time with my grandkids, my passion for music drives me. "I feel like I've done everything I've ever wanted, but there's still more to come." Rod also admitted he enjoys performing at concerts "more" now than when he was a young musician, and he can appreciate "how lucky [he's] been". He added: "When I feel I might be sick enough to cancel a concert, that's when I go, 'Maybe I'm getting old.' Then a couple of days later, bang, I'm back at it again." "I enjoy doing concerts more than I did back then. Maybe I've come full circle to appreciate how lucky I've been." In November, Rod confirmed he will play Glastonbury's legends slot at this year's festival. He wrote on Instagram at the time: "I'm absolutely thrilled to announce that I'll be playing Glastonbury Festival 2025! After all these years, I'm proud and ready and more than able to take the stage again to pleasure and titillate my friends at Glastonbury in June. I'll see you there!" Glastonbury co-organiser Emily Eavis posted: "Bringing Sir Rod Stewart back for the Sunday afternoon slot on the Pyramid Stage is everything we could wish for. "What a way to bow out with the final legends slot before we take a fallow year. We cannot wait." The 'Maggie May' hitmaker will follow in the footsteps of Dolly Parton, Barry Gibb and Kylie Minogue by playing the Sunday teatime slot. But Rod recently declared he is done with "large-scale world tours", once he finishes this year's shows in Europe and North America. The 'You Wear It Well' singer wrote on Instagram: "This will be the end of large-scale world tours for me, but I have no desire to retire. "I love what I do, and I do what I love. "I'm fit, have a full head of hair, and can run 100 metres in 18 seconds at the jolly old age of 79. "I'd like to move onto a Great American Songbook, Swing Fever tour the year after next – smaller venues and more intimacy. But then again, I may not..."
Metro
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
BBC radio star teases huge US band will be performing Glastonbury Festival
BBC radio star Lauren Laverne has teased US trio Haim could be making their way to Glastonbury Festival 2025 for a secret performance. With their fourth album I Quit dropping in June after Women in Music Pt. II was released five years ago, it seems like a good time for Haim to descend on Worthy Farm. The band have a long history with the festival, having first played in 2013, before slots in 2014, 2017 and 2022. Lauren's comments have now cemented fans' suspicions that the trio – made up of sisters Alana, Danielle and Este Haim – could be heading to Glastonbury 2025 for a secret set. 'They've got summer shows coming up, one is Dreamland Summer Series in Margate on June 27,' Lauren noted on BBC6 Music yesterday, before adding: 'What else is happening that weekend? It's a long way to come to go to Margate, not that Margate isn't great…' With Glastonbury's gates opening in less than two months and the line-up confirmed, lucky ticketholders are vibrating with excitement. The Worthy Farm festival, kicking off on June 25, has dropped all its headliners with Neil Young, The 1975 and Olivia Rodrigo taking the top Pyramid Stage spots and Rod Stewart in the Sunday legend slot. Elsewhere, Doechii, Charli XCX, Biffy Clyro, Alanis Morissette, Raye, The Prodigy and Noah Kahan are all billed on various stages, with legendary bands also casually peppered in the line-up like The Libertines, The Maccabees and The Scissor Sisters. While most of the questions are answered, there's a big one remaining: who will be performing a secret set this year? Past secret set appearances include The Killers in 2017, Lady Gaga in 2009, the Foo Fighters in 2023 and Kasabian's surprise Woodsies Stage performance was let slip hours before in 2024, sparking a rush of thousands of fans to see them. Secret sets happen when a slots on the lineup are left intentionally empty, leaving fans wondering who the hell will fill them until the very last minute (except, it's almost always worked out ahead of time…). Having headlined Glastonbury four times in 1986, 1990, 1995 and 2019, The Cure are a festival favourite. Famed for hits including Just Like Heaven, Boys Don't Cry and Lovecats, the band are still going strong almost five decades since they formed in 1976. This year could easily see the rockers pull off a historic secret set, after they dropped their first new album in 16 years in November titled Songs of a Lost World. There's even more reason for an appearance as Four Tet – also known as Kieran Miles Hebden – is headlining the Woodsies stage this year. The band recently enlisted Four Tet's help for a 24-track remix collection of their new album called, Mixes Of A Lost World… It's looking promising. Mumford and Sons are hot contenders for a secret Glastonbury set this year, after they announced a major UK tour for December 2025, including a big London O2 show. Speculation also mounted when frontman Marcus Mumford acted somewhat shiftily when asked on The Chris Moyles Show whether they would be attending the festival this year. 'I went last year. It was unbelievable. I had a really deeply spiritual experience that year of being in a field with that many people. I watched The National. And I went the year before because I watched Elton. I love Glastonbury. I'm not sure we're there this year,' he said, somewhat avoiding the question. Bandmate Ben Lovett said, 'Yeah, we're in the States,' to which Marcus added: 'We're gonna play some shows that we're not allowed to tell you about. Wink wink.' He joked: 'They always roll us out when we're not allowed to announce something. It's brutal.' The folk rockers headlined Glastonbury in 2013, closing the weekend on the Sunday night. Sam Fender is having quite the year, with his People Watching tour in full swing. While Geordies will pack out St James' Park in June for the local hero's concert, many with Glastonbury tickets were also hoping to see him on the Pyramid Stage this year. While some think the 17 Going Under hitmaker may be holding out for a headline call-up from Glastonbury organiser Emily Eavis, he's got a Worthy Farm-shaped gap in his otherwise jam-packed touring schedule. A secret set is possible… Watch this space. Green Day were hotly tipped to be this year's headliner, but fans were left disappointed after the lineup confirmed their absence. But all is not lost. More Trending The American Idiot hitmakers, beloved for their throwback hits including Holiday and 21 Guns, would certainly make for an exciting secret set. While they've never played Glastonbury, the US rockers are well-placed in Europe performing at various festivals either side of the June weekend, and currently have a free Friday and Sunday evening… This article was originally published on April 25. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 9 incredible alternatives to Glastonbury you can still get tickets for MORE: Legendary singer reveals police advised her not to headline Glastonbury MORE: Fans giddy over prospect of A-list actor 'playing secret Glastonbury set' after Oscar nomination
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Pulp at Glastonbury: celebrating the 30th anniversary of the group's hallowed performance
There's a reason why people are hoping Pulp return to Worthy Farm, despite Jarvis stating it won't happen. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Pulp are still being bartered around as a potential secret act at Glastonbury Festival 2025. Despite Jarvis Cocker stating it'd only happen in a 'life-or-death' situation, many hope they return 30 years after their celebrated headline set. Take a trip down memory lane or learn why an injury to a UK music great led to an unlikely 11th hour change of plans for the Sheffield outfit. Rumours continue to circulate a month ahead of Glastonbury Festival 2025, with many speculating about potential surprise appearances. One name that consistently appears in the rumour mill is Pulp . The band has reunited, is touring later this year, and has a new album coming out, leading many to hope that Jarvis Cocker and company will perform at Worthy Farm. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Cocker, however, has publicly stated that they won't be at the festival. In an interview with Scott Mills on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show , he said they would only play this year's festival in a "life or death situation." He clarified, "I don't think that's going to happen. If it was a life-or-death situation, but I really don't think it's going to happen." Despite Cocker's denial, some fans remain hopeful. 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of their hit album Different Class and also the 30th anniversary of their last-minute headline performance at Glastonbury in 1995. This is why some understand and appreciate the desire for a sneaky set from the band, perhaps on one of the smaller stages, as a tribute to their original 1995 slot before another prominent UK band pulled out, leaving Pulp with the daunting task. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This event led to Pulp headlining the Pyramid Stage in 1995, and the subsequent performance occurred at the height of their popularity following the release of Common People. When Pulp headlined Glastonbury Festival 1995 Learn, or relive, the moment Pulp went from small stage cult heroes to main-stage Britpop heroes 30 years ago this year. | Getty Images Prelude - Pulp before Glastonbury 1995 1995 is considered a watershed moment for the Britpop movement. While much attention focused on the rivalry between Oasis and Blur, which dominated headlines and national news, a wave of other bands was transitioning from cult status to mainstream recognition. Pulp, a Sheffield outfit, was among these acts. Despite having been active for 17 years and being hailed as a Britpop band alongside Blur and Oasis , they hadn't quite achieved mainstream success. That would change in 1995 with the release of their fifth album, Different Class, and its hugely popular single, Common People , released in May (the album followed in October). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Pulp had experienced a breakthrough with His 'n' Hers in 1994, which peaked at number nine on the UK album chart, fuelling anticipation for their next release, buoyed by the band's earnest approach. Frontman Jarvis Cocker, in particular, was seen as an erudite, witty, and somewhat awkward observer within the Cool Britannia scene, a contrast to the sometimes swaggering, machismo male personas prevalent at the time. His distinct perspective on social politics, class consciousness, and everyday life resonated with many. While critical acclaim was familiar to the band, the widespread success and catchiness of Common People and its iconic music video elevated Pulp to household name status, rather than just a pub favourite. The last minute opportunity of a lifetime - replacing that year's headliner Pulp was already scheduled to perform at Glastonbury in 1995 as part of Friday's line-up in the NME Stage , with The Stone Roses set to headline the Pyramid Stage on Saturday at Worthy Farm. But those plans would change abruptly. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In early June 1995, The Stone Roses had to cancel their headline performance at Worthy Farm, just weeks before the festival, due to a leg injury suffered by lead singer Ian Brown . The injury was reportedly severe enough to prevent him from performing a full headline set. While details about the exact nature and timing of the injury may vary slightly depending on the source, Brown's inability to perform was the definitive cause of the cancellation. The loss of The Stone Roses, considered a significant influence on the Britpop movement, was a considerable blow to Michael Eavis and the organizers. Their performance was intended to be a reunion after a long hiatus and a major draw for ticket holders. With such a prominent slot to fill on short notice, Glastonbury organizers faced a crucial decision. They needed a band with the stature and repertoire to command the Pyramid Stage on a Saturday night. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What Britpop act, with all the momentum in the world that year, could possibly risk it all for a chance at headlining the hallowed Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 1995? Pulp stepped up. In a recent interview Jarvis undertook with The Independent , he revealed the moment the band were offered the chance to move from the NME Stage on Friday to having all eyes on them on the Pyramid Stage the following day: 'We were in the studio recording Different Class and the phone went. I think it was Nick, the drummer, who picked it up and he said that's stuff we can play at Glastonbury. So, we kind of stopped and discussed it. I think we went to a small room to discuss it and we knew we were going to do it [...] That's when success seemed real. Undeniable.' The celebrated performance and everlasting legacy Common People, the first single released from Different Class, peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart in May 1995 , remaining there for two weeks and spending 10 weeks in the UK Top 40. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Riding this wave of popularity, the group took to the Pyramid Stage at 10:30 PM BST on June 24, 1995, delivering what is now considered a landmark performance for both the band and the festival. The set kicked off with Do You Remember the First Time , and during the performance, the band introduced classic tracks from Different Class such as Sorted For E's & Wizz and Disco 2000 , both of which became anthems from Pulp's extensive back catalogue. Throughout the set, Jarvis Cocker directly addressed the circumstances of their headlining slot, filling in for The Stone Roses, with a blend of humility and humour, acknowledging the audience's potential expectations. The crowd, however, was far from disappointed with the 11th-hour substitution. Given the recent success of their hit single, Jarvis frequently referenced the "common people" theme, blurring the lines between performer and audience member. This approach resonated with the Glastonbury ethos, making him seem like one of the crowd. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Before closing the set with Common People, Jarvis addressed the Pyramid Stage audience, stating: 'I don't usually make any notes before we play because I always think you should be spontaneous on stage [...] I think you should come on and be in the moment. 'We come on here, you're there, and we do our thing and we see what you make of it, and then it comes back to us and then it's something that happens,' he continued. 'Because I was sat in the tent today, thinking about things, and I did actually write a few things down.' Amidst chants of "Jarvis," the singer revealed a piece of paper and then informed the crowd, after joking that he had found a shopping list: 'You can't buy feelings and you can't buy anything worth having. If you want something to happen enough, it will happen. 'And I believe that - that's why we're stood up here on this stage today after 15 years. So, if a lanky git like me can do it and us lot, yeah, you can do it too. Alright?' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Pulp's 1995 set has been celebrated in the years since, with media outlets like the NME and The Guardian including it in their lists of the best Glastonbury headline performances. The band's relatable nature, with Jarvis Cocker's witty and honest stage presence, singing about relatable themes, was a key factor in their success, especially compared to the swaggering egos prevalent in the Britpop scene at the time. Pulp at Glastonbury 1995 - setlist Do You Remember the First Time? Razzmatazz Monday Morning Underwear Sorted for E's & Wizz Disco 2000 Joyriders Acrylic Afternoons Mis-Shapes Pink Glove Babies Common People
