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Mark Savage, a correspondent covering music, reports that Glastonbury will kick off its main stages on Friday with performances from well-known artists like Alanis Morissette, Wet Leg, Rizzle Kicks, Denzel Curry, PinkPantheress, Loyle Carner, and Busta Rhymes. The highly anticipated event will culminate in a performance by The 1975, led by Matty Healy, who will be headlining the Pyramid Stage at 22:15 BST. To prepare for this special show, the band has reportedly invested four times their festival fee into creating a unique set.
As excitement builds for Glastonbury, fans are speculating about the surprise acts scheduled to appear at the festival, including talks of Lewis Capaldi returning to live music after a two-year break. Capaldi stepped away from the spotlight in 2023 after a challenging performance at Glastonbury due to anxiety and Tourette’s affecting his voice. With the release of his new single, “Survive,” fans are eagerly anticipating his potential appearance at the festival.
Another mysterious element of Friday’s lineup is the surprise guest set to open the Woodsies tent, formerly known as the John Peel Tent. Alternative pop and indie acts are rumored to take the stage, with artists like Olivia Dean, Jamie xx, Lorde, and Haim expected to perform. Meanwhile, festival attendees are looking forward to The 1975’s headline performance on the main stage, where fans hope to catch a glimpse of the band’s upcoming sixth album.
Tickets for Glastonbury sold out in just 40 minutes last November, showcasing the event’s popularity. Festivalgoers have begun arriving to experience a diverse range of activities, including an opening ceremony featuring performances, a ravers to runners 5k race, and DJ sets at the dance stages. Additionally, this year’s festival is set to address political topics such as conflict in the Middle East, the climate crisis, and the rise of the far right. Speakers like former Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker will participate in discussions aimed at promoting unity and kindness in a divided world. Festival founder Michael Eavis remains committed to the event’s left-leaning ethos and charitable contributions to organizations like Oxfam, WaterAid, and Greenpeace
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