Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti performs at the 1984 Glastonbury Festival.
Johnny Cash heads the line-up from this year's Glastonbury Festival.
Britpop icons serve up swagger and sing-alongs in legendary Glastonbury set.
Solid gold britpop era Blur bounce around the stage at Worthy Farm
Back in June 1995, the Stone Roses were booked to headline the main stage at Glastonbury but pulled out at the last minute. Pulp stepped in and their performance is widely regarded as one of the best in the festival's history. The set features many of the songs that made them one of the darlings of Britpop, including Do You Remember the First Time, Sorted for E's & Wizz, Babies and, of course, Common People.
Arguably one of the greatest sets at the Glastonbury Festival in its entire 40 years started when Oxford's Radiohead took to the Pyramid Stage on Saturday June 28th 1997. They had released their seminal album OK Computer two weeks earlier to huge acclaim and this performance features many of its tracks, including Paranoid Android, Karma Police and No Surprises, as well as earlier songs such as The Bends.
John Peel , Jo Whiley and Jools Holland team up to introduce the first of today's two live visits to Somerset for this year's Glastonbury Festival, Europe's most famous music gathering. As well as music highlights from some of the opening performers, which include Finley Quaye and Lightning Seeds, there is a retrospective assessment of how the event's reputation has risen over the past eight years.
John Peel and Jo Whiley host the second of tonight's two visits to this year's Glastonbury Festival. Manchester survivors James, whose Best of.... compilation recently topped the album charts, outspoken newcomers Embrace, Bristol trip-hoppers Portishead and spiky Welsh guitar outfit Catatonia feature among the main music attractions for the expected 90,000-strongcrowd. This year, for the first time ever, there are also televised performances from the Jazz-World stage, plus a backstage acoustic set from blues musicians Taj Mahal and Eric Bibb. Portishead set includes: 1 Humming 2 Cowboys 3 Mysterons 4 Only You 5 Elysium 6 Glory Box 7 Sour Times 8 Roads 9 Strangers
Jayne Middlemiss and Jamie Theakston introduce highlights from the openingday of Europe's most renowned music festival. Acts performing yesterday included Finley Quaye and Lightning Seeds. There is also a look at the festival's host village of Pilton in Somerset.
Further highlights from Worthy Farm, Pilton, on the second day of the festival where the relentless bad weather made the headlines last year. The pick of today's stage performances includes ex-Take That singer Robbie Williams , whose image makeover since leaving the boy band has reaped considerable dividends with the album Life thru a Lens, and a string of hit singles such as the hugely successful ballad Angels. Among the other attractions are US singer/songwriter Tori Amos and mellow moodsters Morcheeba, playing songs from their critically garlanded BigCalm. With Jools Holland.
John Peel and Jo Whiley introduce further highlights from the second day of the 27th Glastonbury Festival. One of the major draws for the crowd tonight will be Blur, playing their highest-profile concert of the year. The band's eponymous 1997 album was both their most diverse and most commercially successful release yet. Also in action are techno trio Underworld, whose track Born Slippy became an anthem after its inclusion on the soundtrack for Trainspotting. Completing the line-up are glam-rock throwbacks Placebo, Mercury Music Prize-winning Roni Size/Reprazent, and Chester pop band Mansun. Plus a tour of the fields on the festival site, which feature cabaret, theatre and comedy.
The eclectic musical mix of the Tony Bennett Quartet, Liverpool band Space and Brixton's Alabama 3features in the first of today's two visits to Somerset on the final day of Europe's most famous music gathering. With Jayne Middlemiss and Jools Holland.
Jools Holland introduces the last visit to this year's festival with a live performance from Pulp, and highlights from sets by Spiritualized (complete with strings and gospel choir), Bentley Rhythm Ace and the legendary Dr John
Nick Cave's spellbinding Glastonbury set.
Highlights from the 1998 Glastonbury Festival, one of the muddiest festivals on record
Jo Whiley and John Peel introduce highlights from Saturday night including Orbital, Manic Street Preachers, Cardigans, Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros, Texas, Super Furry Animals and Lonnie Donegan. Manics set includes "Motown Junk", "My Little Empire", "Australia", "You Love Us", "If You Tolerate This", "A Design For Life"
Michael Stipe and band headline the Pyramid Stage in powerful and rousing fashion.
Pyramid Stage Debbie Harry's iconic new wave band performs some of its biggest hits. 01. Call Me 02. Hanging on the Telephone 03. Atomic 04. Shayla 05. Union City Blue 06. Denis 07. The Tide Is High 08. Sunday Girl 09. Maria 10. One Way or Another 11. Nothing Is Real but the Girl 12. Rapture 13. Heart of Glass
A look back at the time the American soul legend performed many of his big and most loved songs on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 1999. Including classics such as Let’s Stay Together, If You Ever Change Your Mind, I’m So Tired of Being Alone and Take Me to the River.
Headlining set by Travis at Glastonbury Festival 1999. Repeated in 2021 as an episode of The Glastonbury Experience.
Highlights of 1999's sunbaked Glastonbury Festival, including performances by R.E.M., Manic Street Preachers, The Corrs, Fun Lovin' Criminals, the Beautiful South and Al Green.
Highlights of David Bowie's headline set on the Pyramid Stage, which closed the festival on Sunday 25 June 2000 and has gone down in history as one of his finest performances. At Bowie's request, only around half an hour of the concert was broadcast live on TV, so this is the first time classics from the set including Ashes to Ashes, Starman and Let's Dance have been shown.
Moloko's set from Worthy Farm 2000
The year 2000 sees the return to Glastonbury of the Pyramid stage, its third incarnation, 100 feet high and clad in dazzling silver. Dance duo Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons take to the iconic stage on the Saturday night and turn the whole field into one giant house party, drawing one of the biggest crowds ever to gather in front of the Pyramid Stage. Expect all the big tunes from the first DJ act to headline the festival, including Hey Boy Hey Girl, Music: Response and Block Rockin’ Beats, plus the incredible visual show we have come to expect from these electronic wizards.
1 Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground 2 I Think I Smell a Rat 3 When I Hear My Name 4 Jolene (Dolly Parton cover) 5 Hotel Yorba 6 Ball and Biscuit 7 Apple Blossom 8 Death Letter (Son House cover) 9 Love Sick (Bob Dylan cover) 10 Astro 11 Jack the Ripper (Screaming Lord Sutch cover) 12 We're Going to Be Friends 13 Jimmy the Exploder 14 Rated X (Loretta Lynn cover) 15 The Union Forever 16 Cannon 17 Pick a Bale of Cotton (Lead Belly cover) 18 Baby Blue (Gene Vincent cover) 19 Boll Weevil (Lead Belly cover)
1 Begin the Begin 2 Imitation of Life 3 Drive 4 Animal 5 The One I Love 6 Daysleeper 7 Bad Day 8 What's the Frequency, Kenneth? 9 The Great Beyond 10 Fall on Me 11 Losing My Religion 12 Finest Worksong 13 Electrolyte 14 She Just Wants to Be 15 Little America 16 Walk Unafraid 17 Man on the Moon Encore: 18 Everybody Hurts 19 Final Straw 20 It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
Arthur Lee and Love's show on the Other Stage at the 2003 Glastonbury Festival.
Highlights of the standout performances from the 2003 Glastonbury Festival
An anthemic and electric set from a band soon to be among the biggest around. 1 Jenny Was a Friend of Mine 2 Somebody Told Me 3 Glamorous Indie Rock & Roll 4 Mr. Brightside 5 All These Things That I've Done
Arthur Lee and band perform - Bummer In The Summer
A classic Glasto set from the singular, two-time Mercury Prize winner.
A glitter and glam soaked performance which propelled their debut album to number 1.
The Godfather of Soul delivers a typically legendary performance at Worthy Farm
Coldplay live at Glastonbury 2005.
The White Stripes headline the Pyramid stage
Legendary Beach Boys frontman and songwriter brings his classic hits to Worthy Farm.
Amy Winehouse performs twice in one day at the festival in 2007, taking to the Pyramid Stage in the afternoon followed by an evening set on the then Jazz World Stage. Her seminal and big-selling Back to Black album had been released the autumn before and by the time of this festival had become a huge success. She and her band perform many of her classic tracks, including Tears Dry on Their Own, Back to Black and, of course, Rehab.
On June 23, 2007 John Fogerty and Doug Clifford appeared at Glastonbury Festival, playing an hour-long set of 19 songs, mainly Creedence Clearwater Revival classics. (Travelin' Band - not in the TV coverage) (Green River - not in the TV coverage) Who'll Stop The Rain Sweet Hitch-Hiker Lookin' Out My Backdoor Born On The Bayou (Ramble Tamble - not in the TV coverage) Midnight Special I Heard It Through The Grapevine Lodi Cotton Fields Have You Ever Seen The Rain Up Around The Bend Keep On Chooglin' Down On The Corner Good Golly Miss Molly Bad Moon Rising Fortunate Son Rockin' All Over The World
Edith Bowman and Zane Lowe present coverage of the festival from Worthy Farm. They look at all the stories, gossip and performance from the start of day one of the festival. There are also performances from Editors on the Pyramid Stage and We Are Scientists on the Other Stage.
Edith Bowman and Zane Lowe continue coverage of day one of this year's festival with live performances from The Fratellis on the Pyramid Stage and Estelle on the Jazz World Stage. Plus all the gossip, news and interviews from the first day of the world famous festival.
Lauren Laverne and Mark Radcliffe open proceedings from this year's festival of performing arts at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset. Kicking off with a performance from Tennessee's Kings of Leon who will be making their first appearance as headliners on the legendary Pyramid Stage alongside highlights of Jazz World stage headliner, Jamaican legend Jimmy Cliff. Plus, a look at how the farm has coped and recovered since the floods of last year and acoustic performances from artists playing at some of the smaller stages including Dizzee Rascal and Edwyn Collins.
Mark Radcliffe introduces the headlining set by Jamaican legend Jimmy Cliff from the Jazz World Stage, featuring his songs from The Harder They Come including Many Rivers To Cross and You Can Get It If You Really Want.
Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac look back at day one of the festival with highlights from all the big performances.
Jo Whiley opens up coverage on day two of the festival from Worthy Farm. With performances from Crowded House and James Blunt on the Pyramid Stage, plus Black Kids on the Other Stage. Duffy performs an acoustic and chats about making her debut.
Edith Bowman and Zane Lowe introduce Duffy's debut at the festival, plus highlights and the gossip from day two of the festival.
Edith Bowman and Zane Lowe present sets from Elbow and Hot Chip on the Other Stage and look forward to much anticipated sets from Amy Winehouse and Jay-Z on the Pyramid Stage.
Lauren Laverne and Mark Radcliffe present from behind the Pyramid Stage with Amy Winehouse set to dominate proceedings.
Mark Radcliffe introduces three performances from the Jazz World Stage. Legendary blues guitarist and singer Buddy Guy is followed by the Ethiopiques and their unique sound of 1960s, and British singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading rounds things off with songs from her extensive back catalogue and numbers from her recent album Into The Blues.
Zane Lowe and Edith Bowman introduce possibly the most talked about headlining performance in the festival's history as it happens.
Lauren Laverne, Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Phill Jupitus conclude events on day two of the festival. With music from Other Stage headliners Massive Attack plus highlights of the day's events and performances including Manu Chao, Ethiopiques, Vampire Weekend, Imagined Village and Elbow. Jay-Z drops by after his headlining set plus acoustics and the odd interesting cabaret moment.
Annie Mac and Nick Grimshaw look back over highlights of day two at the festival with performances and chat.
Lauren Laverne and Mark Radcliffe host as Neil Diamond performs live on the Pyramid in the now traditional Sunday teatime slot at the festival. Neil performs tracks from his recent No 1 album Home Before Dark, along with a selection of his classic songs in a 50 minute set. Plus Mark Ronson performs live from the Other Stage, a look at the history of Worthy Farm and a performance by Will Young.
Zane Lowe and Edith Bowman present from the Other Stage, featuring Mark Ronson and his orchestra plus guest vocalists, and indie band The Pigeon Detectives.
Mark Radcliffe introduces the British reggae-tinged star Eddy Grant and his Frontline Orchestra in one of his first UK shows in over a decade, as they perform on the Jazz World Stage. Grant plays many of his classic hits, including Give Me Hope Joanna, I Don't Want To Dance, Baby Come Back and Electric Avenue.
Zane Lowe and Edith Bowman present all the final headlining performances from the final day of the festival.
Jo Whiley and Mark Radcliffe introduce the final headliner on the Pyramid Stage - Wigan's recently reformed anthemic group The Verve, with songs from their classic 1997 album Urban Hymns, plus new tracks from their upcoming reunion LP. Plus performances from the likes of King Solomon Burke, The Zutons, Eddy Grant and The National, with more special acoustic performances and the final cabaret act left on site. Phill Jupitus and Lauren Laverne look back over the whole weekend with highlights of all the main stages.
Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac look back at day three of the festival with highlights from all the big performances.
Edith Bowman and Zane Lowe look back over the weekend of performances and gossip at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Includes sets from of Jay-Z, The Fratellis, Amy Winehouse, Duffy, Mark Ronson and many more.
Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne look back over the 2008 Glastonbury Festival, with performances from many of the acts plus films and acoustics from across the weekend coverage.
1 All I Want 2 Marooned 3 Risingson 4 Teardrop 5 Mezzanine 6 Girl I Love You 7 Karmacoma 8 Paradise Circus 9 Red Light 10 Inertia Creeps 11 Safe From Harm 12 Atlas Air 13 Angel 14 Unfinished Sympathy 15 Dobro
01 This Is Music 02 Sonnet 03 Space and Time 04 History 05 Life Is An Ocean 06 Velvet Morning 07 Rolling People 08 The Drugs Don't Work 09 Lucky Man 10 Bittersweet Symphony 11 Love is Noise
Amy WInehouse on the pyramid stage at Glastonbury 2008
Cracklin' Rosie Holly Holy Beautiful Noise Cherry, Cherry Thank the Lord for the Night Time Red Red Wine You Got to Me Home Before Dark Pretty Amazing Grace Crunchy Granola Suite Done Too Soon Forever in Blue Jeans I'm a Believer America Sweet Caroline
The teatime set by the US singer-songwriter Neil Diamond on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2008. Including classic songs such as I'm a Believer, Sweet Caroline and Red Red Wine, plus a couple of numbers from his recent No 1 album Home Before Dark.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates host as proceedings begin at this year's Glastonbury festival. As well as all the stories on day one, there are performances from Lily Allen on the Pyramid Stage and pop queen Lady Gaga making her Glastonbury debut on the Other Stage.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates introduce Manchester's Ting Tings as they play on the Other Stage at the Glastonbury festival. Songs performed by all artists: Lily Allen - The Fear Lady GaGa - Eh, Eh (Nothing Else I Can Say) Lady GaGa - Poker Face Jack Penate - Spit at Stars Jack Penate - Have I Been A Fool? Jack Penate - Be The One Jack Penate - Second, Minute Or Hour The Ting Tings - We Walk The Ting Tings - Great DJ The Ting Tings - Fruit Machine
Mark Radcliffe introduces the Coventry kings of ska and two-tone, The Specials, as they perform on the Pyramid Stage. Playlist: Do The Dog Gangsters Rat Race Monkey Man Blank Expression Too Hot Doesn't Make It Alright Concrete Jungle Friday Night, Saturday Morning Man At C&A A Message To You, Rudy Do Nothing Hey, Little Ritch Girl Nite Klub Too Much Too Young You're Wondering Now Ghost Town
Lauren Laverne, Mark Radcliffe, Zane Lowe and Jo Whiley introduce coverage of day one of the legendary musc festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Featuring highlights of performances so far, plus a look forward to the first headlining act on the Pyramid Stage, Neil Young.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates look back on the events of the first day of the festival and introduce headlining performances from Bloc Party on the Other Stage and Doves from the John Peel Tent.
Jo Whiley, Zane Lowe, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne introduce all the action and stories from the first day of the legendary festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Featuring highlights from the Pyramid headliner Neil Young, plus a look back at performances by The Specials, Fleet Foxes, Lady Gaga, Friendly Fires, Doves and Little Boots. Plus special acoustic numbers around the campfire and short films about other events happening around the site.
nteractive stream with performances from: The MaccaBees White Lies Regina Spektor N.E.R.D Lilly Allen Friendly Fires Fleet foxes Jack Penate
Interactive stream with performances from: The Specials N.E.R.D Lilly Allen Fleet foxes Regina Spektor Neil Young
Jo Whiley and Zane Lowe open up proceedings on the second day of the Glastonbury Festival. With performances from Dizzee Rascal and Spinal Tap from the Pyramid Stage, plus a couple of special acoustic performances backstage and a look forward to tonight's headliner, Bruce Springsteen. Songs performed: The script - Talk You Down The script - Breakeven Jason Mraz - I’m Yours Spinal Tap - Stinkin’ Up The Great Outdoors Spinal Tap Interview Spinal Tap - Stonehenge Lily Allen - 22 Two Door Cinema Club - Something Good Can Work Neil Young - Get Behind the Wheel Hypnotic Brass Ensemble - War Dizzee Rascal - Dance Wiv Me Lady GaGa - Let’s Dance Dizzee Rascal - Fix Up, Look Sharp
Mark Radcliffe introduces the classic folk rock supergroup consisting of David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash from the Pyramid Stage.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates introduce performances from Kasabian and Dizzee Rascal on the Pyramid Stage.
Coverage from Worthy Farm continues with Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates introducing Pendulum and Maximo Park from the Other Stage. Songs performed: The Gaslight Anthem (with Bruce Springsteen) - The ’59 Sound Maximo Park - The Kids Are Sick Again Maximo Park - Our Velocity Maximo Park Interview Maximo Park - Questing, Not Coasting Pendulum - Showdown Pendulum - Fasten Your Seatbelt Pendulum - Propane Nightmares Florence and the Machine - Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up) Kasabian Interview Kasabian - Fire Pendulum - Different Pendulum - I’m Not Alone
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates introduce the headline act on the Other Stage, Glasgow's Franz Ferdinand.
Bruce Springsteen American rocker Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band headline the second night of the festival. This is the first-ever appearance at Glastonbury for `the Boss', who has sold more than 120 million records worldwide. Other artists due to perform today include Kasabian, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Franz Ferdinand, Paolo Nutini, Peter Doherty, Jarvis Cocker, White Lies and Florence and the Machine. Jo Whiley, Zane Lowe, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne present Songs performed: Bruce Springsteen: Badlands Prove It All Night Outlaw Pete Out In The Street Working On a Dream Promised Land The River Born To Run Thunder Road (not Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out) American Land Glory Days Dancing in the Dark Other performances: Lisa Hannigan - I Don’t Know Kasabian - Fire Paolo Nutini - Candy Florence and the Machine - Rabbit Heart (Raise it Up) Crosby, Stills & Nash - Marrakesh Express Crosby, Stills & Nash - Long Time Gone Nathan 'Flutebox' Lee - Instrumental Franz Ferdinand - No You Girls Dizzee Rascal - Bonkers Spinal Tap - Big Bottom Stornoway - Zorbing Maximo Park - Apply Some Pressure Bruce Springsteen - Born to Run (repeat)
Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Zane Lowe host the now-traditional 'afternoon tea at Worthy Farm' slot with performances from Sir Tom Jones and Madness on the Pyramid Stage, plus highlights from Amadou and Mariam and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
Mark Radcliffe, wearing his pair of only vaguely muddy wellington boots, introduces uninterrupted coverage of Madness' gig from Sunday afternoon on the Pyramid stage.
Mark Radcliffe presents further coverage from the Glastonbury Festival. Featuring the highlights from Bruce Springsteen's Saturday performance.
Headliners Blur close the Pyramid Stage for another year. Plus highlights from the likes of Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Bon Iver, Black Eyed Peas and Bat for Lashes, as well as stories from the day and a look back at performances over the weekend.
So you couldn't face the crowds, boggy fields and queues for chemical loos? Don't beat yourselves up. Settle back and catch top acts from the closing day, as BBC4 presents Glasto veterans Madness (will Suggs and the lads top their It Must Be Love kiss-in from 2007?) and Status Quo - always great for a crowd-pleasing sing- or shoutalong. There's also Amadou and Mariam, the blind bluesy duo from Mali and support act on Coldplay's current tour. Switch to BBC3 for the startling combination of Black Eyed Peas and The Prodigy.
Festival highlights, presented by Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates.
June 27 2009 Pyramid stage. 1 Coma Girl (Joe Strummer & the Mescaleros cover) (Live Debut) 2 Badlands 3 Prove It All Night 4 My Lucky Day 5 Outlaw Pete 6 Out in the Street 7 Working on a Dream 8 Seeds 9 Johnny 99 10 The Ghost of Tom Joad 11 Raise Your Hand (Eddie Floyd cover) 12 Because the Night (Patti Smith Group cover) 13 No Surrender (with Brian Fallon) (Sign request) 14 Waitin' on a Sunny Day 15 The Promised Land 16 The River 17 Radio Nowhere 18 Lonesome Day 19 The Rising 20 Born to Run Encore: 21 Hard Times Come Again No More (Stephen Foster cover) 22 Thunder Road 23 American Land 24 Glory Days 25 Dancing in the Dark
A jubilant, turbo-charged and tender headline set from the Britpop faves.
BBC 3 Final Highlights Show with Lady Gaga making her Glastonbury debut on the Other Stage, and a song from Lily Allen. Lady Gaga - Paparazzi. Lady Gaga - Love Game. Lady Gaga - Boys Boys Boys. Lady Gaga - Money Honey. Lady Gaga - Just Dance. Lady Gaga - Eh, Eh (Nothing Else I Can Do) Lady Gaga - Poker Face. Lily Allen - Smile.
Neil Young closes the first day of Glastonbury on the Pyramid Stage.
Bombastic pop from one of music's boldest stars.
Bold and honest hits from the inimitable pop performer.
Sublime and stirring folk-rock from the Wisconsin native.
Sharp, witty and urgent indie anthems from the London fourpiece.
The nutty boys serve up a huge slab of FUN on the Pyramid Stage with a greatest hits set.
The ska-punk stars unite Rude Boys old and young in a sunset singalong.
Dizzee Rascal on the Pyramid Stage
2010 marks the 40th anniversary of the world's most famous music and performing arts festival. Mark Radcliffe narrates this archive-led look back at many of the iconic things and performances connected to the 28 festivals there have been at Worthy Farm, from Avalon to Common People to Hippies to Joe Strummer to Pyramid Stage to Radiohead to The Tor to Jay-Z.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates launch BBC television coverage of 2010's Glastonbury festival at Worthy Farm. This opening show looks at the stories and gossip so far on day one, plus performances from Vampire Weekend on the Pyramid Stage and Florence and the Machine on the Other Stage.
Mark Radcliffe introduces Corinne Bailey Rae, with songs from her recent album The Sea and her breakthrough debut on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2010.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates host further coverage of this year's Glastonbury Festival, with performances from Dizzee Rascal and Snoop Dogg on the Pyramid Stage.
Mark Radcliffe introduces the legendary 70-something Texan cowboy Willie Nelson from the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2010.
Mark Radcliffe and Jo Whiley open up proceedings on the first day of the 40th anniversary of the Glastonbury Festival, kicking off with the live headlining performance of Gorillaz' multi-guest set from the Pyramid Stage.
Mark Radcliffe introduces south London dance outfit Groove Armada's headline set from the John Peel Stage at Glastonbury.
Mark Radcliffe, Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne and Zane Lowe continue the live coverage from Worthy Farm, where we catch up with the last hour of the headlining set from Gorillaz on the Pyramid Stage. Plus highlights from the rest of the opening day of the festival, including performances by Flaming Lips, Dizzee Rascal, Vampire Weekend, Hot Chip, Willie Nelson, Snoop Dogg and Mumford and Sons. There are also the usual backstage acoustic performances and live guests, as well as a look back at what has made Glastonbury the world's greatest performing arts festival for the last 40 years.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present the best bits from the first day of the festival.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates look at the stories and gossip from day two of the Glastonbury Festival. They are joined by a variety of guests and present performances including Shakira on the Pyramid Stage and The Cribs on the Other Stage.
Mark Radcliffe introduces the Pyramid Stage performance by LA singer-songwriter Jackson Browne.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present performances from the Scissor Sisters on the Pyramid Stage and Editors on the Other Stage.
Mark Radcliffe introduces Brooklyn band The National's performance on the Other Stage.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates introduce the night's Other Stage headliners, the Pet Shop Boys.
Jo Whiley and Zane Lowe introduce the evening's Pyramid Stage headliners, Muse. Plus highlights introduced by Lauren Laverne and Mark Radcliffe from the likes of Scissor Sisters, The Dead Weather, The xx, Delphic, The National and many more. Also acoustics, live cabaret and reports from around Worthy Farm.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present some of the best bits from the second day of the legendary festival.
Lauren Laverne and Mark Radcliffe introduce Kinks frontman Ray Davies on the Pyramid Stage, plus highlights from Slash, Norah Jones and Grizzly Bear.
Mark Radcliffe introduces highlights from the king and queen of easy laid-back listening, Jack Johnson and Norah Jones, direct from the Pyramid Stage.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present coverage of the final day of this year's Glastonbury Festival, including Faithless's set on the Pyramid Stage and highlights from MGMT and LCD Soundsystem.
Mark Radcliffe introduces a set from Jamaica's Toots and the Maytals on the West Holts Stage, recorded at Glastonbury 2010.
It's the final night of the 40th anniversary of the Glastonbury Festival. Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne, Jo Whiley and Zane Lowe introduce artists taking to the stage at Worthy Farm. Kicking off with Pyramid headliner Stevie Wonder, plus highlights from Orbital, Rodrigo Y Gabriela, Faithless, Jack Johnson, LCD Soundsystem, Toots and the Maytals, and many more. Also highlights from all the weekend's performances and stories.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present some of the best bits from the final day of Glastonbury 2010.
Edith Bowman and Reggie Yates present a look back at this year's Glastonbury Festival with performances from Muse, Gorillaz, Scissor Sisters, Dizzee Rascal, Florence and the Machine, Shakira and lots more.
A look back at the Glastonbury Festival with all the biggest and best performances from around the site at Worthy Farm.
Highlights of one of the outstanding sets of the 2010 festival at Worthy Farm. Teignmouth's Muse took to the Pyramid Stage on the Saturday night and delivered a classic rock and roll performance packed full of their biggest tunes and all the pomp and circumstance they never leave home without, plus an extra special guest in the shape of The Edge from U2.
Highlights of the headlining performance at Worthy Farm by one of the UK's most successful and much loved pop acts, the Pet Shop Boys. Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe run through many of their pop classics including West End Girls, What Have I Done to Deserve This, Go West, Suburbia and It's a Sin, plus a quartet of dancers and a whole host of costume changes. 1 More Than a Dream / Heart 2 Did You See Me Coming? 3 Love etc. 4 Pandemonium / Can You Forgive Her? 5 Integral / Building a Wall 6 Go West (Village People cover) 7 Two Divided by Zero 8 Why Don't We Live Together? 9 New York City Boy 10 You Were Always on My Mind (Gwen McCrae cover) 11 Closer to Heaven / Left to My Own Devices 12 Do I Have To? 13 King's Cross 14 Jealousy 15 Suburbia 16 What Have I Done to Deserve This? 17 All Over the World 16 Se a vida é (That's the Way Life Is) / Discoteca / Domino Dancing / Viva La Vida 19 It's a Sin Encore: 20 Being Boring 21 West End Girls
A look back at the set by disco-pop New Yorkers The Scissor Sisters on the Pyramid Stage at the 2010 festival. Featuring many of their big hits such as Laura, Take Your Mama and I Don't Feel Like Dancin', plus numbers from their most recent album Night Work, including Any Which Way, on which they are joined by pop princess Kylie Minogue.
A look back at the performance by the legendary British singer/songwriter Ray Davies from the Pyramid Stage at the Glastonbury festival. He and his band kick off proceedings with the likes of Dedicated Follower of Fashion and Sunny Afternoon and are then joined by the 40+ Crouch End Festival Chorus in choral renditions of classic Kinks' numbers such as You Really Got Me, Victoria and Waterloo Sunset.
Filmmaker Rachel Davies's documentary follows three unsigned acts playing Glastonbury 2010. This is the Glastonbury experience through the first-time eyes of DME, Celt Islam and Lettie as they prepare for the big gig on the BBC Introducing stage. What does playing Glastonbury mean to them and how will they fare? With special guest appearances from Corinne Bailey Rae, Mumford & Sons, Plan B and Laura Marling, and featuring headline performances from Gorrillaz and Muse.
Stevie performs live at Glastonbury
The She-Wolf whips up a latin storm on the Pyramid Stage.
Extended highlights of their performance on the Other Stage.
Slash & Myles Kennedy Live on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival 2010
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce coverage on day one of the music festival. Including highlights by such acts as Two Door Cinema Club, the Wombats and Fleet Foxes, with Gemma Cairney and Greg James reporting from around the site.
Mark Radcliffe introduces a performance by blues legend BB King from the Pyramid Stage on day one of the Glastonbury Festival.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates continue coverage of the festival from Worthy Farm in Somerset high up in their treehouse overlooking the Pyramid Stage. With performances from the likes of Biffy Clyro and the Vaccines plus a look forward to acts coming up later in the evening.
Mark Radcliffe introduces Morrissey's performance from the Pyramid Stage.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce a performance by Mumford and Sons, the group who took contemporary folk to the mainstream, live from the Other Stage.
Kicking off a weekend of extensive coverage of Glastonbury Festival on BBC Two, join hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Zane Lowe live as they take you into the heart and soul of the world's most famous festival to bring you live coverage of one of the biggest bands in the world - U2 - as they headline the iconic Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival.
Mark Radcliffe introduces highlights from the legendary Jamaican reggae star Jimmy Cliff's set on the West Holts Stage.
Live coverage continues of the Dublin band's first appearance at the Glastonbury Festival.
Live coverage from Glastonbury Festival continues into the wee small hours with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Zane Lowe as they pick up from BBC Four to broadcast live the remaining headline set from U2 on the first day of this world famous festival. Following on from U2's headline set our hosts will continue to bring you performance highlights from across the first day of the festival, bespoke acoustic performances from the BBC Two garden and unique insights into the dark, weird and bizarre late night world of Glastonbury Festival.
Day two of BBC Two's Glastonbury Festival coverage continues live from the Somerset countryside with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Zane Lowe. Join them as they introduce Rumer from the Pyramid Stage and a variety of performance highlights from the other main stages. Plus bespoke acoustic performances and a peek at what is going on around and about the massive festival site.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce live coverage on day two of the world-famous festival, with performances by UK pop sensations Jessie J making her Glastonbury debut and Tinie Tempah who is returning to the Pyramid Stage following his debut as guest of Snoop Dogg last year.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce performances by Glasgow's own heartthrob Paolo Nutini and St Albans's Friendly Fires. The 'I Need A Dollar' chart star Aloe Blaac makes his debut on the West Holts Stage and intrepid reporters Greg James and Gemma Cairney roam the vast site.
Taking to the Pyramid Stage in the year of the release of their fifth album Build A Rocket Boys! and still flush with the Mercury Prize-winning success of 2008’s The Seldom Seen Kid, Elbow give a stunning celebration of One Day Like This as the sun sets over Glastonbury Tor.
Live coverage continues from the Glastonbury Festival on BBC Two with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Zane Lowe and Lauren Laverne. Join them as they present returning headlining act Coldplay live from the Pyramid Stage. Plus there are performance highlights from across the day from the other main stages, late night acoustic performances from the BBC Two garden and a voyage into the weird and unique late night Glastonbury experience beyond the bands and the music.
Concluding the live performances on day two of the Glastonbury Festival, Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce performances from Janelle Monáe and the Chemical Brothers, plus highlights from Big Boi and Glasvegas.
A look back at performances from Primal Scream and Chase & Status from this year's Glastonbury Festival.
Sunday afternoon live coverage from Glastonbury continues with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Zane Lowe bringing you the best of the live music from the world famous festival. Songwriter and million selling artist Paul Simon leads the crowds in a mass sing along on the Pyramid Stage. Also, in this programme expect to see acoustic performances in the BBC Two garden and highlights from the other main stages, plus a sneaky look at the unseen areas of the festival.
Mark Radcliffe introduces highlights of Saturday's headlining set by Coldplay on the Pyramid Stage.
On day three of the Glastonbury Festival, Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates introduce the Pyramid Stage performance from the multi-platinum rap-soul king of 2010, Plan B.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates present Pendulum from the Pyramid Stage and Kaiser Chiefs from the Other Stage.
The third and final day of BBC Two's live coverage of the Glastonbury Festival. Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Zane Lowe and Lauren Laverne present the bootylicious Beyonce, live and direct from the world famous Pyramid Stage. As if that wasn't enough, the programme also features performance highlights from the day, bespoke acoustic performances and a round up and fond look back at the highlights from Glastonbury Festival 2011.
Mark Radcliffe introduces the headlining performance on West Holts Stage by the legendary soul, funk and disco group originally from New Jersey, Kool and the Gang.
Concluding this year's live festival coverage, Fearne and Reggie present one of the final performances by Mike Skinner's The Streets and, from the Other Stage, Josh Homme's Queens of the Stone Age. There's also a look back with Gemma Cairney and Greg James on the highlights of the weekend.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates look back on the highlights of the Friday night headline performance by U2.
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates look back on highlights of the weekend including headlining sets by Cee Lo Green on West Holts Stage and Beyoncé on the Pyramid Stage.
A mind-bending and mesmerising performance of the band's classic album 'Screamadelica'
Futuristic funk and soul from an unrivalled live performer
Watch Ed Sheeran's incredible solo headline set in the BBC Introducing tent on Friday night at Glastonbury 2011, including his Top 5 single The A Team, next release, You Need Me, I Don't Need You, and a cover of Bob Dylan's Make You Feel My Love.
A show-stopping rendition of the timeless Jay-Z collab from Queen Bey
Relive Elbow's Saturday sun set on the Pyramid Stage at the 2011 Glastonbury Festival.
In this personal film, Julien Temple, who directed the definitive documentary history of the Glastonbury Festival, explores the alternative side of the festival away from the spotlight of the main stages with their global pop superstars. In fields known as Shangri La, Arcadia, the Unfair Ground, Strummerville, Block 9 and the Common, every year an unlikely attempt at utopia takes shape. Here, the festival reconnects with its radical, countercultural origins combining underground music, performance art and some of the funniest and most provocative sights of the festival with a dark, urgent 21st century spontaneity. Filmed at the 2011 festival, this 75 minute documentary features Michael Eavis, the creators of, and visitors to the true heart of the Glastonbury, and, fuelled by the music of tomorrow, explores the hopes, dreams and personal utopias of those who, for one weekend in June, come together as the tribes of 21st Century Albion.
With his eponymous debut album hitting the top spot in last year, Jake Bugg is very quickly becoming the next guitar hero. His rootsy rock 'n' roll has been championed by BBC Introducing since he uploaded his tracks back in 2010. Inspired by Johnny Cash and Jimi Hendrix, Jake started writing after hearing Don McLean on The Simpsons and has gone on to support the Stone Roses and Lana Del Rey. Known for his honest observations and toe-tapping riffs, the wonder boy claims he picks up his guitar to encourage others to pick up theirs. With a string of Brit Award and NME nominations under his belt already, we get the feeling the Nottingham 19-year-old has got plenty more up his sleeve as he returns to Glastonbury.
For eccentric, anarchic stage craft and unforgettable live sets, look no further than the raucous charm of Enter Shikari. They first took to the Other Stage in 2009, watched by The Prodigy's Keith Flint whose band have undoubtedly influenced the high-octane rock of this in-demand quartet. Rou Reynolds and his band of post-hardcore bandits hail from the surprisingly un-rock and roll St Albans but have never conformed to what an electro-punk band should be - releasing records on their own Ambush Reality label rather than signing to a major and gaining props for their acoustic cover of a Carly Rae Jepson classic. Launching a sound system this year as well as writing new music, their angry, accomplished guitars and noisy, incendiary vocals will delight the Glastonbury faithful.
2012 was unmistakably the year of Rita Ora. The Yugoslavian born singer exploded onto the mainstream scene helping DJ Fresh to one of the first ever Drum & Bass number 1 singles in Hot Right Now. As a solo artist, her powerhouse vocals - mixing pop with a strong hip-hop influence - saw her debut album Ora also take the top spot and to date has produced three chart-topping singles. Add to this touring with Coldplay and DJ Fresh, plus a swarm of award nominations, it seems that the Ora Factor is working its magic among both the industry and fans alike. After delivering a knockout performance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend and with the likes of Drake, Chase & Status, Will.i.am, Diplo and Kanye West all shining lights on her talent, we can’t wait to see what she’s got for us.
Over the past couple of years Solange has established herself as an R&B indie icon working with Of Montreal’s Kevin Barnes and then releasing her seven-track EP True via Terrible Records, the label co-owned by Chris Taylor of Grizzly Bear and co-written and produced by Dev Hynes aka Blood Orange. Constantly ahead of the pack in both style and music, the release of single Losing You last year created an enormous buzz, showcasing a deliciously tropical slice of 90's inspired trip-pop. She also models, owns her own record label Saint, and is praised for her appearances on cult US kids TV show Yo Gabba Gabba. With older sister Beyonce delivering a career-defining set on Pyramid Stage back in 2011, it's now time for the exhaustingly-talented Solange to shine in the Somerset sunlight.
Goat became one of the most talked about bands in 2012 due to the success of their extraordinary debut album World Music, described as one of the year’s best albums by BBC Music. The band hail from the historical, but little known about Northern Swedish village of Korpolombolo and create a sound which fuses infectious tribal grooves, fuzz and dual vocals. Live shows by the band are rare but they will be making a few European festival appearances this year at Primavera, Roskilde, Way Out West and two sets at Glastonbury in what could be the perfect spiritual location for their tribal-psych sounds.
Standing head and shoulders above his peers, Stephen Manderson has established himself as the hottest UK rapper while remaining one of the most polite men in the business. Since his debut album exploded at No.2 in the charts back in 2010, Pro Green has continually shown us he wasn’t afraid of making hard-hitting, socio-political statements with his lyrics, and Radio 1 and 1Xtra continue to champion his music as he takes the UK by storm. His third album, set for release this summer, promises more of the clever wordplay, painful experience exquisitely told and unrelenting lyrical mastery that Green prides himself on. Having worked non-stop through Christmas, missing the BAFTAs and even postponing his honeymoon, it’s easy to see why Pro Green remains a master of his craft.
All it takes is one song to propel The Lumineers from years of writing to being known around the globe. Single Ho Hey has been inescapable in its heart-warming charm, leading to gold-certification of their self-titled album, sell-out shows, Grammy noms and impromptu sing-a- longs. Leaving a life of under-the-radar gigging in New York, Wesley and Jeremiah set out for Denver to hone their rustic and rootsy rock, tipping their trilby to Ryan Adams, Jeff Buckley and the Mumfords on the way. The demonstrable result of persistence, practice and hard work, their simple, beautiful songs are what people want to hear, and we will revel in them this Somerset summer.
Four friends from South London formed Palma Violets on a trip to Reading Festival, out of frustration at the lack of authentic music around them. Not long after their return to Lambeth, Sam, Chilli, Pete and Will were attracting the attention of Rough Trade Records and the NME, who slapped the fledgling Violets on the cover of the magazine after falling in love with "top track of 2012" Best of Friends. Famed for their raucous live sets, the foursome have taken to the pressures of saving British guitar music with ease. They've toured debut album 180 on both sides of the Atlantic, in an assiduous six months of winning friends and sharpening sets. The Park Stage performance will be a highlight in a hectic summer that will surely see them make the step from indie upstarts to leading lights.
Producing an enthralling mash of 90's indie, 80's dance and 70's rock and roll, Peace are the band on everyone's lips. With a Sound of 2013 inclusion and a best new band nomination from the NME, great things are in store for this Worcester quartet. Debut album In Love was released in March of this year, introducing singles Follow Baby and Wraith to delight the airwaves and hint at their experimental, ever-developing sound. From early BBC Introducing support to performances with Tame Impala and The Vaccines, their on-stage antics are guaranteed to be assured and electric. With the presence of the mighty John Peel on their stage, the future of indie is sure to bring harmony to Worthy Farm.
Carefree dance king Chaz Bundick goes by the name of Toro y Moi and has been credited with kick-starting and then denying chill wave. Regardless of its classification however, the mellow, club-friendly dance tracks he makes and his remixes for the likes of Cut Copy, Tyler, the Creator and cult dance sisters Tegan and Sara mean he is a lauded producer. After releasing debut Causes of This in 2010, he was approached by Caribou to perform at their curation of the ATP Nightmare Before Christmas festival. Latest album Anything In Return was release in January and is clearly inspired by 90's deep house grooves, with reassuring, tripped-out rhymes found on single Say That. Blissful times abound at the West Holts stage.
The much loved British soul and blues singer Alice Russell will be bringing her raw talent and charisma to the West Holts stage. She released her 5th solo album In Dust in February this year, elevating her to a new level of mainstream recognition with accolades including BBC 6 Music Album of the Day and a performance at BBC 6 Music Live at Maida Vale. With a recent guest spot on Talking Heads leader David Byrne’s solo LP, adding to work with Mr Scruff, Quantic, DJ Yoda plus long-time collaborator TM Juke, she's borne some of the most arresting blues soul since the glory days of Aretha. Her recent single Heartbreaker was accompanied by a video starring comedy god and long-time Alice fan Harry Shearer (The Simpsons/Spinal Tap) dressing up as Alice, gaining over 100,000 YouTube hits and a major buzz. Let’s hope Mr Burns will turn up for an unforgettable Glastonbury appearance.
Talking Heads members Tina Weymouth and Chris Frantz created Tom Tom Club whilst taking a break from the day job - and have now gone on to sell more records than Talking Heads ever did. Named after a disco in Bahamas, they kickstarted the synth pop revolution that is still revered in the charts today, with hit single Genuis of Love crawling back in to everyone's consciousness after being sampled on Mariah Carey's track Fantasy. Latest album Downtown Rockers was released at the end of last year, and as they bring their idyllic new wave to West Holts you'll be jibbering with joy like the best Wordy Rappinghood impression.
Pioneering Australian psychedelia, Tame Impala have set the standard high with latest album Lonerism, named by NME as their album of the year despite its creator calling it a 'two year-long nightmare'. Kevin Parker is the man behind these sentiments and created the intense, musical feasts that characterise Tame Impala after the demise of blues and jazz combo The Dee Dee Dums. Full of prodigious talent, he writes, records and produces the lion’s share of their music, crafting melodies influenced by The Beatles and Pink Floyd with a contemporary sheen of drug-addled sunshine that belies darker lyrics about isolation and pain. As their dreamy vibes and stomping wah-wah guitars take flight, Tame Impala will escort you on a delicious trip to the height of 70's psych rock and back again in the rolling Somerset hills.
It’s been quite a journey for Scottish indie rockers Frightened Rabbit. Starting out in 2006, it was initially just singer Scott Hutchinson on his own before he recruited his brother Grant a year later with a further three members to follow. If he was searching for the magic formula, it looks like Scott has finally found it because with the release of their fourth album Pedestrian Verse, the band are starting to match their critical acclaim with commercial success. Album track The Woodpile has been in heavy rotation for BBC Scotland and Radio 1 too. In fact, the band play BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Derry-Londonderry a month before Glastonbury. For first timers to Frightened Rabbit, expect lovingly crafted rousing tracks in the vein of Elbow and Biffy Clyro, a few shaggy beards and a very good time.
Perhaps the very definition of a whirlwind success, Bastille have gone from formation to Glastonbury's Peel Stage in less than two years. Originally the one-man bedroom project of charismatic frontman Dan Smith (born on Bastille Day, 14 July), the group formed in 2011 and signed with EMI that same year. After significant underground buzz, including two cheeky mix tapes of unlikely pop covers (their version of City High's 2001 hit 'What Would You Do?' is a particular treat), the band enjoyed mainstream success throughout 2012 with a run of singles from their Number One debut album Bad Blood. Having toured their unique brand of angst-tinged electro pop across European festivals last year, and with Muse's stadium tour beckoning, Bastille visit Glasto via Radio 1's Big Weekend in a year that shows no signs of slowing their ascent.
Local Natives stormed in to the world of mellow-indie rock with debut album Gorilla Manor in 2009. Enchanting armies of fans with the enslaving refrain of Airplanes, the LA quartet wowed label heads whilst performing at SWSX, drawing comparisons with Fleet Foxes and Vampire Weekend. Specialising in beat-driven close harmonies with a psychedelic touch, the band released second album Hummingbird earlier this year after completing a European tour opening for Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. With charming folk and impressive vocals creating a buzz for these earnest rock stars only at the start of their career, don't be a stranger when they mesmerise Pilton.
Returning to the John Peel stage for the second Glastonbury running, Wirral singer-songwriter Miles Kane has resolutely shaken off the ‘former Rascals’ tag and become a successful solo star in his own right. After spells with the Rascals, The Little Flames and his role alongside Alex Turner in The Last Shadow Puppets, Kane really broke through with his debut album Colour of the Trap in 2011. His output of up front, often psychedelic rock have seen his popularity blossom sharing stages and fans with Kasabian, Arctic Monkeys, The Courteeners and Noel Gallagher. Kane’s next album, Don’t Forget Who You Are, is released just weeks before his slot at Worthy Farm.
We're not quite sure how much power Glastonbury have allocated to the Park Stage sound system, but we're pretty confident that a large dollop of the festival's total of 650,000 watts will be sucked up by the Somerset stirring drones emerging from Sunday night's Dinosaur Jr set. The Massachusetts trio J Mascis, Lou Barlow and Murph helped define American alternative rock in the late 1980s on albums such as Bug and You're Living All Over Me, before Barlow left the band to focus on previous side project Sebadoh. What's equally impressive is the band's 2005 reunion was not a cynical money making exercise, but a settling of differences which has given rise to three critically lauded albums of new work, and a live reputation as thrilling and memorable as the previous incarnation. Settle yourselves in at a safe distance for what is sure to be an unholy performance on the Pilton hills.
Don't let your ear catch Django Django for too long on Friday night's Park Stage. The infective rhythm and buzzing synths emanating from the London based quartet will rule your head like a Pilton earworm, winning out over any other tune that passes you by this Glastonbury weekend. The band formed at art school in Edinburgh and found early support from BBC Introducing, who brought messrs Maclean, Neff, Dixon and Grace to Radio 1's Big Weekend in 2010. Their chiseled amalgam of styles and bottomless tool-kit of colourful instruments soon kicked off a wave of critical support, culminating in a largely rapturous reception to Mercury Prize nominated debut Django Django. They've spent the past year, touring as far and wide as Brooklyn, Brisbane and Bournemouth, and will come to Glastonbury confident that they can transfer the success of that record into a major stage festival sound. The BBC album review refers to the band as "indie par excellence", and who could argue with that?
Setting a higher standard with each new release, Foals recent album Holy Fire was universally lauded and full of tracks that build to a tantalising crescendo of primal energy. Single My Number also debuted a poppier side of Yannis and co's musicality, claimed as Zane Lowe's Hottest Record in the World and later remixed by dance floor bandits Hot Chip. This Oxford-born quartet started life in the much talked about math-rock scene, classing Youthmovies and Battles as their contemporaries. After selling out the Royal Albert Hall in 15 minutes earlier this year, they return to Glastonbury for the third time as masters of epic-sounding, intensely orchestrated tracks that will knock your socks off when played live.
Not many 27-year-olds have played Glastonbury four times, but East London's grime-pop king Dizzee will chalk up that achievement this summer. And you couldn't wish for a better festival act than Dizzee. His sets literally bounce with a plethora of hits and summer anthems, gathered from just four albums over ten years. From this summer he'll have a fifth to draw on, including more remarkable collaborations with pop superstars such as Robbie Williams and Calvin Harris. His surprise appearance at Radio 1's Hackney Weekend 2012 (rocking the crowd in his own backyard), followed shortly after by his performance on the Olympic world stage sealed his status as crowd pleaser extraordinaire.
Some may be surprised to hear that The Courteeners have had three top 10 albums in the UK since their formation in 2006. In fact, latest LP Anna (recorded with Hurts producer Joe Cross) looked on course to become the band’s first No. 1 until the power of the Les Misérables soundtrack had its say. It’s a phenomenal track record made even more impressive by the group’s reluctance to engage in heavy-handed record promotion or social networking campaigns. The Manchester lads’ branch of mainstream indie rock has had a cult following since their 2008 debut St. Jude and they bring an affable swagger that has been regularly compared to fellow Mancunians Oasis. But while Oasis remain cracked in two, The Courteeners return to Glastonbury’s John Peel Stage for the first time in five years as fan favourites and with very little to prove.
Thumping sing-along choruses, bouncing indie riffs and music inspired by 50’s rock 'n’ roll – The Vaccines are up and ready for Glasto. The London four-piece are very much riding high after the release of their second album Come of Age back in September, which reached the top spot and was certified gold less than three weeks later. It marked a new phase for both their song writing and performance. Headline tours followed, both here and in the US, and last month saw them play their biggest show to date - to 20,000 dedicated fans at London’s O2 arena. There’s no let up this summer, not least as they’ve secured the coveted main support slot for The Rolling Stones’ special Hyde Park concert in July. But before that we’re expecting great things from the boys on the Pyramid Stage.
It's hard to believe it's nearly 20 years since Portishead oozed in to the mainstream with seminal triphop album Dummy. Pioneers in the genre and proudly wearing their West Country roots on their sleeves, Beth Gibbons and her boys are still going strong. After Beth's collaboration with Rustin Man on 2002's Out of Season, 2008 saw the release of long-awaited album Third. According to The New York Times, guitarist Adrian Utley revealed that they'd set a rule not to rely on any instruments or sounds associated with previous work. Forcing such brave new ground yet still retaining their delicately tormented melodies led to singles such as The Rip, which slowly tantalises as it builds to an emphatic crescendo. With the sun setting, the flags fluttering in the breeze and the strains of Glory Box and Sour Times drifting across the fields, it's hard to imagine a more perfect Other Stage headliner.
Combining blues and rock with a healthy dose of punk, the husky tones of Seasick Steve have received praise in the autumn of his years. Breakthrough album I Started Out with Nothin' and I Still Got Most of It Left was released in 2008, his busker heritage clear as he sings out his soul whilst skilfully playing a three-stringed guitar. Four albums later, including this year’s Hubcap Music, and we've seen Steve play the Pyramid Stage in 2010 plus collaborate with Jack White and Led Zep's John Paul Jones. Authentic Americana is coming back to Pilton, with more guitar variants than Denmark Street.
Back in 2006, album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not became the fastest selling debut by a band, attributed in part to the internet changing the face of music forever. Four school friends from the Steel City were behind this revolution, creating a monumental lasting impact with their no-nonsense, adrenalin-fuelled guitar music. Alex Turner's genius at writing lyrics centred within the everyday made the masses fall in love with their paeans to modern life. Creating music that distils influences from greats such as The Libertines, The Smiths and Queens of The Stone Age, but uses them in a distinctly Monkey style to give each of their accomplished 4 studio albums a colour of its own. Having recorded their fifth album in the iconic Joshua Tree desert, these trailblazers are returning to deliver more moody masterpieces you'll soon know every word to. With their memorable first Glasto headline set back in 2007, it's time for a rematch. Turner's firebrand of Northern indie is the perfect way to kick off the Pilton party in ecstatic fashion.
The new heroes of intelligent alt-rock, Alt-J impress with other-worldly music that references films and geometry with surprising grace. Intriguing debut album An Awesome Wave won a coveted Mercury music prize and the accolade of 6 Music's Album of the Year for its multi-textural tracks - ranging from the bhangra-inspired Taro to the piano-heavy melody of Tessellate. Formerly known as Daljit Dhaliwal and (unsurprisingly considering their regular subject matter) Films, alt-J graduated from the ranks of BBC Introducing to produce experimental yet hugely accessible pop songs. Be entranced by the beginnings of folk-step as these Cambridge boys continue their dominion.
Nile Rodgers is currently riding high in the charts bringing his guitar mastery to the addictive Daft Punk collaboration Get Lucky. Sure to soundtrack the summer of 2013 with its throwback disco sound, the West Holts Stage welcomes him and Chic, the original perpetrators of floor-filling funk, to show the robots how it's done. Responsible for groove classics such as Le Freak and I Want Your Love, Chic came in to being from two session musicians, Rogers and Bernard Edwards working together in 1976. Super producers as well as talented musicians, they are responsible for producing Sister Sledge's We Are Family album, working with David Bowie on Let's Dance plus creating hits for Duran Duran, Madonna and Grace Jones. With their back catalogue sampled on a number of classic tracks - notably Rappers Delight by The Sugarhill Gang - their influence on popular music is phenomenal. Witness the re-birth of disco at Worthy Farm this summer.
King Krule is 18 year old former Brit Schooler Archy Marshall who was long-listed for the BBC Sound of 2013 poll. His name was inspired by the character 'King K. Rool' in Donkey Kong Country although he has also been known by his stage name Zoo Kid. He released his debut single Out Getting Ribs on House Anxiety records in April 2010, recorded and mixed in his bedroom with his friends Francis North and Thelonious McCabe. He’s already made waves playing at Radio 1’s Future Festival along with support from Huw Stephens, Annie Mac, Lauren Laverne and Steve Lamacq, and the hotly tipped red-headed London teenager will be bringing his deep-voiced melancholia to The Park Stage. Expect a live blast of future-sounding joy.
Mark Radcliffe introduces a performance from the West Holts Stage by US bluesman Steven Gene Wold aka Seasick Steve with his unique take on blues, mostly involving his own customised guitars.
Craig Charles introduces a performance by the veteran disco, R'n'B and funk group, led by Nile Rogers in performance on the West Holts Stage at this year's festival. The set-list includes many of the band's most popular hits
Greg James and Gemma Cairney kick off BBC Three's live coverage from the world's greatest music festival. Highlights from performances on the first afternoon on the Pyramid stage include 19-year-old Nottingham singer-songwriter Jake Bugg and West London chart dynamite and general girl-about-town Rita Ora making her Glastonbury debut. Greg and Gemma chat with some of the other artists performing, and out in the field live reports come from Jen Long in search of the Glastonbury magic from around the site.
Greg and Gemma continue the live coverage from Glasto 2013 with music from Hackney rapper Professor Green, who will no doubt be trying to keep his trainers clean on the Pyramid stage, and London-based alt-rockers and chart stars Bastille on the John Peel stage.
Festival favourite Dizzee Rascal takes to the Pyramid stage for the sundown slot on the first day of Glastonbury 2013, while indie Oxonians Foals rock the Other stage. Greg James and Gemma Cairney round up Friday night's highlights with additional reporting in the field from Jen Long.
Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne introduce coverage of Arctic Monkeys' headline set on the Pyramid Stage. Plus, acoustic performances, reports on the weird and bizarre late-night world of the festival, and highlights of performances from around the site, with acts including Portishead, Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, the Horrors and Sinead O'Connor scheduled to top the bill on other stages
Live coverage from the Glastonbury Festival continues into the small hours with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne, as returning heroes Arctic Monkeys take their place once again on the world famous Pyramid Stage to headline the first day of this most famous of festivals. Following on from Arctic Monkeys, the team continue to bring you highlights from across the first day of the festival, with bespoke acoustic performances and unique insights into the late night world of the Glastonbury Festival.
The Rolling Stones Glastonbury Festival Worthy Farm, Pilton Somerset, UK 29th June 2013, 50 & Counting tour Setlist: Glastonbury Intro 1.Jumpin' Jack Flash 2.It's Only Rock 'n' Roll (But I Like It) 3.Paint It Black 4.Gimme Shelter 5.Glastonbury Girl 6.Wild Horses 7.Doom and Gloom 8.Can't You Hear Me Knocking (with Mick Taylor) 9.Honky Tonk Women 10.You Got the Silver (Keith Richards on lead vocals) 11.Happy (Keith Richards on lead vocals) 12.Miss You 13.Midnight Rambler (with Mick Taylor) 14.2000 Light Years From Home (first since 25 Aug. 1990) 15.Sympathy for the Devil (with "Phoenix" pyrotechnics show) 16.Start Me Up 17.Tumbling Dice 18.Brown Sugar Encore: 19.You Can't Always Get What You Want (with the Voce Chamber Choir) 20.(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction (with Mick Taylor)
The folk four-piece prove why they're the perfect festival act.
Latest album Push The Sky Away was released earlier this year, marking the fifteenth studio album from these Aussie alt-rock behemoths. Founded 30 years ago in 1983 from the ashes of The Birthday Party, the band has gone on to gain much praise for their sombre, visceral narratives on love and death including a memorable collaboration with the queen of pop Kylie Minogue on Where The Wild Roses Grow. In recent years Grinderman has recieved much acclaim, featuring many original members of the band chasing a more guitar-led sound to carry Cave's rich and foreboding baritone. Coming through a life of rock excess to become a superstar resident of Brighton. Cave enthralls with his steady stream of apocalyptic hits as well as employing his majestic talent in books and film scripts such as last year's Lawless. This is a man who needs to be heard and is sure to hold Glastonbury in raptures.
Live on BBC Introducing Stage: Sexuality No One Knows Anything Anymore Handyman Blues The Times They Are A Changin' [Bob Dylan cover] Never Buy The Sun New England
Sheffield band kick up a storm with their classic indie anthem
Folk-rockers assemble an all-star supergroup for their cover of a Beatles classic
Live coverage of continues with LA sisters Haim returning to Pilton to rock the Other Stage following their debut last year. Lily Allen makes a return to the Pyramid Stage.
Mark Radcliffe presents coverage of the opening day of the world-famous Glastonbury Festival from Worthy Farm in Somerset.
Gemma Cairney has the honour of hanging out at the Other Stage with Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini as he takes to the Other Stage with band to play a sundown set.
Glastonbury veterans Elbow take to the stage as the penultimate act on the Pyramid Stage. Expect a set full of classic numbers from their enviable back catalogue, plus new hits.
Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne kick off extensive coverage of the Glastonbury Festival on BBC Two with a look at the best bits from the first day of the weekend.
Greg James and Jen Long are down at the John Peel tent to see festival favourites Kaiser Chiefs return to Glastonbury. Expect Ricky Wilson and co to have the crowd singing along.
Live coverage from the Glastonbury Festival continues into the small hours with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne as Arcade Fire make their debut as headliners on the world-famous Pyramid Stage. Plus highlights from across the first day of the festival, bespoke acoustic performances and unique insights into the late-night world of the festival.
Live coverage from Worthy Farm in Somerset as the music and performing arts festival continues.
Greg James, Gemma Cairney and Jen Long return with all the action from day two at the Glastonbury Festival. Jake Bugg shares his thoughts about his Other Stage headline slot and chart sensation Sam Smith performs a special acoustic track in BBC Three's treetop hideaway. Music comes from Dublin-based rockers Kodaline and American neo-soul goddess Kelis.
Live coverage at the festival continues from the Pyramid Stage with two of America's biggest and most eccentric stars. Lana Del Rey brings her sultry and sometimes macabre catalogue of pop to Glastonbury for the first time, while the unstoppable Jack White returns to Pilton for the sixth time, but his first visit as a solo artist, playing from his new record Lazaretto.
A performance by singer, songwriter and former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant on the Pyramid Stage in 2014. As the heavens open on the Saturday afternoon at Worthy Farm, Robert and his band the Sensational Space Shifters deliver a rousing and crowd-pleasing set full of current Plant tunes and some classic Led Zeppelin numbers thrown in for good measure.
BBC Two's live coverage of the Glastonbury Festival continues with presenters Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens introducing one of the most talked about headline acts ever to grace the Pyramid Stage - Metallica. Undisputedly one of the most successful bands of all time, the metal legends and Glastonbury virgins take their place on the world-famous Pyramid Stage as Saturday night headliners. BBC Two brings viewers the full set live and direct from Worthy Farm. After Metallica, sit back and enjoy as Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne present the best of the rest of the second day at Glastonbury, including music from Pixies, MGMT, John Grant, Manic Street Preachers and many more. Plus a peek at the late night shenanigans that go on under the cover of darkness and some special acoustic performances.
Greg James is live at the Other Stage as he introduces the entire set from Nottingham wunderkind and BBC introducing success story Jake Bugg.
Mark Radcliffe introduces a headline performance from the West Holts Stage by singer and songwriter Bryan Ferry. Known for his smooth vocals and debonair sartorial style, he and his band perform tracks from his extensive catalogue including songs from his Roxy Music days along with some of his notable cover versions and re-workings of standards.
Lauren Laverne and Gemma Cairney continue BBC Two's Glastonbury Festival coverage with a special programme live from site featuring the English National Ballet, who are making their Glastonbury debut and opening the Pyramid Stage on Sunday morning with their performance of Akram Khan's First World War-themed Dust. Plus some special acoustic performances and highlights from Dutch chanteuse Caro Emerald, who follows the English National Ballet on the Pyramid Stage.
Live coverage from the Glastonbury Festival with hosts Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Jo Whiley. In the now traditional Sunday afternoon legends slot, country music's first lady and Glastonbury virgin Dolly Parton leads the crowds in a mass country music sing-along on the Pyramid Stage. Plus highlights from the myriad of other stages across the Festival including Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, The 1975 and much more.
BBC Three is back for a final day of music from the mighty Glastonbury Festival. Greg James, Gemma Cairney and Jen Long present extended highlights from chart troubadour Ed Sheeran's Pyramid Stage set and chart topping Sam Smith, as he takes to the Other Stage. Plus a special live performance from Grammy winning singer-songwriter Foxes.
Coverage of Sunday at the Glastonbury Festival continues with Bombay Bicycle Club performing on the Other Stage before dashing over to the Tree House for some analysis with Greg James and Jen Long. Plus more music from Ohio rock-duo The Black Keys as they make a lot of noise on the Pyramid Stage.
Gemma Cairney reports from the Other Stage as pop-songstress Ellie Goulding prepares for her Other Stage debut. Bristol-based George Ezra rounds off a busy Glastonbury with a special acoustic performance from the Tree House.
The third and final night of BBC Two's coverage of the Glastonbury Festival with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens. Leicester's finest sons Kasabian take their place as headline act on the auspicious and legendary Pyramid Stage and bring to a close 2014's festival. Plus highlights from the last day of the festival, including some unique acoustic performances and a fond look back at the highlights across the Glastonbury Festival weekend 2014.
As the sun sets on the final night of Glastonbury 2014, Jen Long introduces brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence, aka Disclosure, as they bring their deeply catchy hits to their live set from the West Holts stage.
Watch London Grammar's set from the John Peel stage at Glastonbury Festival 2014.
Watch Lily Allen's set from the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury Festival 2014.
Watch Goldfrapp's set from the West Holts stage at Glastonbury Festival 2014.
Canadian indie heroes give the Pyramid Stage a disco makeover for their 2014 headline slot
The Lawrence brothers get the crowd moving on the West Holts stage
From the Glastonbury Festival, the complete set by the undisputed queen of country music Dolly Parton from the Pyramid Stage in the now-traditional legends spot on Sunday afternoon. As the Somerset sunshine shone, and in front of one of the biggest and most enthusiastic crowds that the Pyramid Stage has ever seen, Dolly performed a rousing and crowd-pleasing set including self-penned classics such as Jolene, Coat of Many Colours, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream and I Will Always Love You. A legendary moment that the Glastonbury crowd and hopefully Dolly Parton will never forget.
Ed Sheeran's set from the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury Festival 2014
The boys from Leicester perform at Glastonbury with a guest appearance from Noel Fielding
Irresistable noir-pop from a modern American icon on the Pyramid Stage
The behemoths of heavy metal make their premiere appearance on the Pyramid Stage.
The former Led Zepplin singer performs his phenomenal back catalogue and some newer hits.
Soaring music from the soulful vocal genius behind hits by Disclosure and Naughty Boy
Swaggering, spine-tingling blues-rock from the Nashville band.
Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne kick off extensive coverage of the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts on BBC Two. They whet appetites for the weekend ahead and delve into the heart and soul of one of the world's most famous festivals. Plus a look at the best bits from the first day of the weekend.
Coverage of the Glastonbury Festival continues with presenters Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens introducing one of the most talked about headline acts ever to grace the Pyramid Stage - Metallica. BBC Two brings viewers the full set live and direct from Worthy Farm. Plus, the best of the rest of the second day, including music from Pixies, MGMT, John Grant, Manic Street Preachers and many more.
Lauren Laverne and Gemma Cairney continue BBC Two's Glastonbury Festival coverage with a special programme live from site featuring the English National Ballet, who are making their Glastonbury debut and opening the Pyramid Stage on Sunday morning with their performance of Akram Khan's First World War-themed Dust. Plus some special acoustic performances and highlights from Dutch chanteuse Caro Emerald.
Live coverage from the Glastonbury Festival with hosts Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Jo Whiley. In the now traditional Sunday afternoon legends slot, country music's first lady and Glastonbury virgin Dolly Parton leads the crowds in a mass country music sing-along on the Pyramid Stage. Plus highlights from the myriad of other stages across the Festival including Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, The 1975 and much more.
Leicester's finest sons Kasabian take their place as headline act on the auspicious and legendary Pyramid Stage and bring to a close 2014's festival. Plus highlights from the last day of the festival, including some unique acoustic performances and a fond look back at the best sets across the Glastonbury Festival weekend 2014.
14h 12m Music from six stages: Pyramid, Other, John Peel, West Holts, Park and BBC Introducing. Welcome to the first day of the festival.
14h 09m Music from six stages: Pyramid, Other, John Peel, West Holts, Park and BBC Introducing. Welcome to the second day of the festival.
26h 50m Music from six stages: Pyramid, Other, John Peel, West Holts, Park and BBC Introducing. Welcome to the second day of the festival.
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The legendary country singer performs her biggest hits, including 'Jolene' and '9 to 5'
Never mind the Libertines, Mike Scott is the original wandering minstrel poet songwriter, and he has the back catalogue to prove it.
Elegantly scuffed indie folk sung with the voice of hard-won experience by Howe Gelb, one of the most prolific songwriters in the world.
Ex-Supergrass frontman returns to Glastonbury to play songs from celebrated album Matador
The Mercury-nominated rapper, playwright and spoken word artist brings her state-of-the-nation rhymes to Glastonbury for the third year running.
This former member of Fleet Foxes plays songs from his acclaimed second album as Father John Misty, I Love You, Honeybear.
The electronic musician and soundtrack composer headlines the Park Stage on Saturday, playing tracks from his Mercury-nominated album Immunity.
Punk rock comes in many shapes and sizes, few more surprising than this angry pair with a soft spot for grime and shouting.
This Nottingham duo, who brilliantly call their music “electronic munt minimalist punk-hop rants for the working class”, make their Glastonbury debut.
It's time to bring the chaotic atmosphere of the festival to a shuddering halt, with Jessie's patented slow and deep pop songs.
West Country guitarist and singer Ben Howard and his band take the Saturday sundown set on the Other Stage, for what promises to be an atmospheric and engaging set. Followed by something completely different from Canadian EDM super-DJ Deadmau5, who is guaranteed to wake up the crowd and get them bouncing. Greg James and Clara Amfo soak up the gloriously contrasting atmospheres of Glastonbury.
Day 2 at Glastonbury continues with music from celebrated synth pop trio Years & Years playing the John Peel stage. Indie-rock band the Maccabees return to the Other Stage after six years, with material from their fourth album Marks to Prove It. Greg James and Clara Amfo report from backstage.
Greg James and Clara Amfo brace themselves for day two of the festival, taking in the highlights from Saturday. 22-year-old singer-songwriter George Ezra returns to the festival, this time taking a coveted Pyramid Stage slot, while chart-smashing classical-pop outfit Clean Bandit also return to Pilton, following a big year.
Huw Stephens introduces the set by Britpop veterans Suede live from the John Peel stage. It's a keenly anticipated show from the band that debuted at the festival back 1993.
Hailing from Hackney, Paloma Faith is now unquestionably one of the UK's biggest stars, and her set on the Pyramid Stage will no doubt be a lively and colourful affair.
Day two of the Glastonbury coverage sees the set by Burt Bacharach, the legendary singer and songwriter of countless classic songs from the late 1950s onwards, including 52 UK Top 40 hits. Back in 2000, Bacharach was unable to perform at the festival due to a shoulder injury, but now he finally makes his debut on the Pyramid stage to perform a selection of those classic tracks from his wonderful back catalogue.
The giant of Brazilian music specialising in samba, boss nova, soul and jazz plays songs from his 50-year career on the West Holts stage.
A supergroup of visionary musical talents across a huge geographical expanse come together to deliver one of the best stage shows of the entire festival.
The respected leftfield hip hop DJ/producer brings a full band to Glastonbury, playing a highly flammable stew of psychedelia, space jazz and heavy funk.
Much-loved Grammy-winning jazz singer and songwriter performs on the West Holts stage.
The politicised, Kendrick Lamar-approved hip hop duo, comprised of Killer Mike and El-P make their Glastonbury debut on Friday night.
First Glastonbury appearance since 2011 for this celebrated Canadian dance music producer with a PhD in maths.
Sublime blues, soul and rock quartet, who have supported The Who, Bon Jovi and Paloma Faith, go it alone again at their second Glastonbury in a row.
The fifth Glastonbury for the acclaimed London-based electronic pop group finds them headlining the West Holts stage on Friday night.
Benjamin's take on the blues is irreverent and highly energetic. Having honed his craft in multicultural New Orleans, Glastonbury must feel like a second home.
A second visit to Worthy Farm for Oxford's rural electronica collective, with plenty of swoony extracts from their debut album Zaba.
Feral indie rock thrills are on the way to Worthy Farm again, as Wolf Alice showcase material from their just-released debut album My Love Is Cool.
The Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, known for her intoxicating performances, plays tracks from her four albums on The Park Stage.
The top-notch DJ, remixer and producer who’s also a member of minimal pop group The xx plays tracks from his acclaimed debut solo album, In Colour.
The Norwegian disco and house producer brings to life songs from his acclaimed debut, It’s Album Time, with a full band.
Critically acclaimed electronic musician from London who performs in a mask accompanied by his long-time collaborator Sampha.
Glastonbury is treated to the glorious voice of Sam Cooke meets Otis Redding coming out of the slender frame of a young man from Texas.
Discover a much-hyped Pennsylvanian four-piece who like their rock played with soul and make for a tremendous live experience.
This Australian electronica boffin arrives at Worthy Farm with a laptop full of beats and swooshes, the voice of a jazz club at 3am, and a heartful of soul.
Midlands indie rock four-piece return to Worthy Farm to rattle through tracks from their second album, Happy People.
On their second Glastonbury visit, Liverpool's freshest young indie imps bring their debut album Young Chasers to the Other Stage for a kickabout and a singalong.
The Scottish trio play a wild mash of global sonic and lyrical styles culled from their Mercury Prize-winning debut, Dead, and its follow-up, White Men Are Black Men Too.
The lady with the lion's mane delivers her greatest hits, from early collaborations with DJ Fresh to her own chart smashes and the best of her debut album Feline.
An intense fusion between classical strings, hot soul vocals and banging beats, and the song that won them a Grammy - where else would you rather be?
Greg James and Clara Amfo introduce Hackney party-starters Rudimental, who return to Glastonbury for the third year running - this time to headline Friday night on the Other Stage.
Lauren Laverne sets her sights high on the hill in prime position at Worthy Farm to bring us seasoned festival performer Mark Ronson, who is performing on the Other Stage on the first day of Glastonbury 2015.
The band who have quietly become enormous without shouting about it bring their stadium-filling brand of earnest indie rock to Worthy Farm.
A new year and a new sound from The Vaccines, whose third album delivers raucous rock with an electronic pop sheen.
West London's soul and funk revolutionaries bring their irresistible sound to Worthy Farm.
A devoted fanbase, a gobby lead singer and a debut album stuffed with rowdy songs with one-word titles; 2015 is the year of the Catfish.
The Welsh psychedelic legends, recently reformed, play their seventh Glastonbury headlining the Park Stage on Friday night.
A first visit to the Other Stage for this fiercely individual art pop collective with their fractured melodies and futuristic, data-intensive songs.
London-based, indie-rock five-piece play some of their most loved tracks and also preview their forthcoming fourth album, Marks to Prove It.
Devon's adopted son returns to the West Country with an electrifying second album (I Forget Where We Were) and a fistful of new guitar tricks that will mystify and delight.
Indie icons surprise Glastonbury with a euphoric return to the Pyramid Stage.
After being unexpectedly promoted to the top slot after Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl fell off stage and broke his leg, Florence and the Machine will no doubt take to the stage with an air of trepidation and excitement. Some of the most renowned and memorable headline slots at Glastonbury have been the result of last-minute changes and no doubt the inimitable Florence Welch and her band will deliver. Florence Welch and co triumph with an energetic and euphoric headline set.
Mark Radcliffe continues the coverage on day one of Glastonbury 2015 with highlights from the set by rock heavyweights Motorhead, led by their legendary frontman Lemmy on the Pyramid Stage as the band finally make their debut at the world's largest performing arts festival.
Twenty-three years after releasing her debut album, the Queen of Hip Hop Soul finally makes it to Worthy Farm.
The Alabaman rock ’n’ soul band return to Glastonbury after a triumphant 2013 performance to play tracks from their second album, Sound & Colour.
Hertford's answer to Howlin' Wolf returns to Worthy Farm after a triumphant year, with hits, a US tour with Sam Smith and a hugely successful debut album under his belt.
Glastonbury gets happy as hip hop and pop giant Pharrell brings the hits to Worthy Farm.
The hotly tipped young singer shows demonstrates what he can do with an audience that knows every word of his debut album Chaos and the Calm, and Hold Back the River, of course.
The most famous (and infamous) person in modern music comes to the most famous festival in the world, in the most controversial booking in Glastonbury history. Expect fireworks.
As one of the most successful and accomplished songwriters and performers in musical history, Lionel Richie follows in the steps of Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Shirely Bassey, Neil Diamond and many more huge stars in the Sunday teatime legends slot.
They rode in on An Awesome Wave, carrying a Mercury Prize in its wake, and its follow-up This Is All Yours set a new standard for wonky pop thrills.
A potent pop force, Charli returns to Glastonbury battle hardened by a million gigs and boasting preposterous stage props, like her enormous inflatable guitar..
An eight-piece band of legendary players doing for Peruvian cumbia what the Buena Vista Social Club did for Cuban son music.
Epic blissed out indie rock with gospel overtones on the Park Stage.
One of the greatest UK reggae bands performs at Glastonbury for the first time since 2009, equipped with songs from their Grammy-winning 1985 album Babylon the Bandit.
Exhilarating, intense and immense Japanese sextet playing what they describe as “death jazz” on the West Holts stage on Saturday.
Worthy Farm plays host to Rae's Unguarded, a collection of otherworldly pop songs from a Lancashire lady who is clearly going places.
Mournful American folk music filtered through the beautiful harmonies of three sisters from Watford, and brought to the Vale of Avalon.
Grubby and wild London group with artful intentions play their second Glastonbury on the trot.
Punk group with an ever-rotating line-up play the festival that their leader, Mark E. Smith believes they were once banned from.
2015: The Fall Punk group with an ever-rotating line-up play the festival that their leader, Mark E. Smith believes they were once banned from.
The Glaswegian band come to Glastonbury with a setlist rammed with uplifting rock anthems from their latest album Great Divide, including the Top 20 hit Heart & Soul.
The Baltimore synth-rock trio bring their heartfelt songs to Glastonbury for the first time, complete with frontman Samuel T. Herring’s tremendous dancing.
Making a welcome return to Glastonbury, showcasing his third album Carry on the Grudge.
A sea of arms will be aloft over at the Other Stage as Glastonbury stalwarts the Chemical Brothers bring this year's festival to a euphoric close. Expect their usual stunning laser and lights show to accompany the classic hits and new material from the legends of dance music.
New York’s high priestess of punk - a celebrated poet, filmmaker and photographer, as well as musician - plays Glastonbury for the first time since 1999.
Guilt and desire combine in the songs of this intense young man from County Wicklow, most notably in the global hit Take Me To Church.
Scottish electronic pop trio who came up through BBC Introducing and play Glastonbury tipped for huge things.
Performing songs from his new album, alongside some classic hits, on the Pyramid Stage. Worthy Farm is treated to the sound of a man comfortably hitting his stride as one of the most consistent songwriters in British music history.
At the John Peel tent is Prince's protege, the London singer-songwriter Lianne La Havas. Jamie T is sure to draw a loyal crowd as he takes his frenetic energy to the Other Stage.
One of the greatest voices in soul and gospel, formerly of The Staple Singers, Mavis Staples delights The Park Stage with hits like I’ll Take You There and Respect Yourself.
The band who gave us King, Desire and the album Communion are bringing their mournful electropop to Worthy Farm.
This politicised and thunderous Canadian two-piece reformed in 2011, and have finally made it to Worthy Farm.
Electro-pop and disco artist Elly Jackson plays hits from her two critically acclaimed albums - with a full band - on the John Peel Stage.
The meeting point between bass culture and alternative rock, Modestep arrive at Worthy Farm ready to give London Road, their second album, a damn good thrashing.
Bristol's furious punk-funk pioneers are back with wiser heads but no less youthful a spring in their step. It's bitter polemic that you can dance to.
The cream of Toronto's indie pop scene deliver on the promise of their debut album, filled with gloriously scuffed, diamond-sharp melodies. Just don't call them tvvee.
The costumed, anonymous psychedelic rock collective from Sweden return to Glastonbury after a triumphant 2013 performance.
From 1996's Tigermilk to this year's Girls In Wartime Want To Dance, the critically acclaimed Scottish band have nine albums of startlingly melodic chamber pop to draw from.
A heady collaboration, taking the arch haughtiness of Sparks and giving it some strut and groove by Franz Ferdinand. Everyone involved is having a whale of a time and so will you.
This hugely influential indie rock band makes their Worthy Farm debut, bringing their rowdy, guitar driven new album Kintsugi and some of their greatest hits along for the ride.
Prince played a gig in her sitting room, now the folk and soul singer-songwriter brings her own songs to Worthy Farm for the second time.
Those whispery voices and corkscrew synths - remember Default? - can only mean one thing. Django Django are back at Glastonbury, bringing new album, Born Under Saturn, with them.
The Californian jazz, funk and soul legend whose performance of Everybody Loves The Sunshine at Glastonbury in 1993 is still fondly remembered.
The alternative RnB songwriter and producer whose debut album was Mercury-nominated brings her wildly creative live show to Glastonbury.
Seattle-based singer-songwriter Mike Hadreas delivers a powerful set with three blogosphere-adored albums to pick tracks from.
Dr. Funkenstein recruits the best players from Parliament, Funkadelic and Sly Stone’s group, The Family Stone, for this two-hour P-Funk lockdown.
Worthy Farm is the perfect place to put on a funny hat and let yourself go, and that's exactly what Joel Zimmerman - the man in the mouse mask - is doing.
Straight outta St Albans with a lot to say and even more to scream, Enter Shikari bring their pummelling new album The Mindsweep to Glastonbury.
Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Gemma Cairney kick off BBC Two's weekend of extensive coverage from Worthy Farm as Florence and the Machine take to the Pyramid Stage.
Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne look back at highlights from the day so far, including Mark Ronson, while Gemma Cairney explores the festival away from the main stages.
Day two of BBC Two's Glastonbury Festival coverage continues live from the heart of the Somerset countryside with music from Gregory Porter, Courtney Barnett and grime star Skepta.
BBC Two's live coverage of Glastonbury Festival continues with Pyramid Stage performances by Pharrell Williams and Kanye West. Plus a look at the best of the rest from day two.
Sunday afternoon live coverage from Glastonbury Festival continues with hosts Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Jo Whiley as 80s icon Lionel Richie takes the stage.
The final night of BBC Two's coverage of Glastonbury Festival includes mod legends The Who making a welcome return to Glastonbury Festival to celebrate their 50th anniversary.
Chart-topping newcomer James Bay takes to the Pyramid Stage for the first time, and Welsh indie foursome Catfish and the Bottlemen make their Glastonbury debut on the Other Stage.
London collective Jungle return after last year's attention-grabbing set. Plus, indie rockers and festival favourites the Vaccines, and an acoustic performance from the Staves.
A joyful round-up of highlights from 2015's Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts at Worthy Farm in Somerset, including performances from headline artists.
One of the most gifted songwriters of his generation, Ryan Adams's long journey from fresh-faced alt-country hero to grizzled troubadour finally brings him to Worthy Farm.
A joyful round-up of highlights from 2015's Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts at Worthy Farm in Somerset, including performances from many of the headline artists, a selection of bespoke acoustic performances and a general celebration of all things Glastonbury 2015.
The Unthanks perform Starless in the BBC Music Tepee at Glastonbury 2015
The superstar DJ brings a bit of Uptown Funk to Glasto with a star-studded set
Florence Welch and co triumph with an energetic and euphoric headline set
Florence Welch raises Glasto up and unites all in jubilation
With hits galore, Lionel draws a huge crowd for an epic Legends slot set
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Oxford's finest deliver an energetic and angst packed set.
Highlights from the Glastonbury Festival of Performing Arts continue with Senegalese superstar Baaba Maal. The singer-songwriter and percussionist, who recently released his 17th album The Traveller, is no stranger to Glastonbury, but as he makes his debut on the Pyramid stage he'll provide a modern but evocative musical twist on the West African tradition of the griot. The storytelling troubadour is closely followed by Mbongwana Star. The chaotically creative musicians from Kinshasa will be breaking all the rules when it comes to traditional Congolese music with their punk attitude and thrilling psychedelic sounds, as they make their debut at the festival on the West Holts stage.
Mark Radcliffe and Clara Amfo introduce two acts from the Pyramid Stage on day two of the Glastonbury Festival. South London troupers Squeeze perform a selection of their classic tunes along with a couple of songs from their most recent and critically acclaimed album Cradle to the Grave, their first record of new material in 17 years. Hot on their heels are the stylish duo of Alex Turner and Miles Turner, who make their collective debut on the stage as the Last Shadow Puppets, along with James Ford and Zach Dawes, to play tracks from their two albums together including recent release Everything You've Come to Expect. Hide description Glastonbury Programme website Credits
Showcasing her superstar status, Adele takes the Pyramid Stage by storm.
Down-and-dirty rock courtesy of the iconic Texas trio.
One of the UK's brightest talents delivers a perfect slice of pop on the Pyramid Stage.
Dance the night away as electronic brother duo provide the perfect tunes.
Bastille return to the stage this year with their much loved indie pop sounds.
Bringing the noise, Sheffield rockers add a touch of metal to this year's line up.
With five albums under their belt, British post-punk band Editors rock the Other Stage.
The triumphant troubadours return to Glastonbury with stomping indie-folk rock.
Scottish quintet deliver lively atmospheric rock with a dose of melodic pop.
Hypnotising French pop with dance moves to match
Hotly tipped Manchester band make their Glastonbury debut.
Dance anthems, including the classic Born Slippy, from the electronic legends
The mesmerising and immeasurably loud post-rock band set the bar at Glastonbury.
The master of the multiple instruments trick earns his place on the John Peel Stage.
The Canadian indie rock group bring their percussion heavy sound to Glastonbury.
Giving the crowd goosebumps with a beautiful set on the John Peel Stage.
The Grammy nominated American singer-songwriter performs tracks from her debut album.
Delivering epic alt-rock, Muse close the first night of Glastonbury
The London-based trio kick off the evening with their lush take on indie-folk.
Suggs and company perform some of their biggest hits.
Baaba Maal takes the afternoon crowd on a journey with his Pyramid Stage performance.
Formed during the late 70s new wave period, Squeeze bring their classic hits to the Pyramid Stage.
The Scottish trio bring a delightful slice of synthpop to the Other Stage.
The Southampton trio rock the Other Stage.
English synth duo Hurts bring dark electro-pop and style to Glastonbury.
Bringing his brand of magical electronica to the West Holts Stage.
The 7-piece Kinshasa group shake up the West Holts Stage.
The French electro band headline Saturday night's John Peel Stage.
Graduating from BBC Introducing stage, Låpsley oozes cool with her atmospheric RnB sound.
Brighton's award-winning DJ veteran returns to keep the rave alive at Glastonbury.
Formely of American alt-rockers The Czars, it's the beautiful voice that is John Grant.
Dane Karen Ørsted brings the fire to Saturday's line-up with some upbeat soulful pop.
Singer songwriter Kurt Vile brings his lo-fi style to the Park Stage.
Australian dance duo liven up the Park Stage with their blended beats and neo-psychedelia.
Birmingham's own rap Queen gives Pilton something to talk about.
A compelling live set to spice up the Park Stage.
Symphonic rock greats from Mr Blue Sky himself in Glastonbury's Legends slot
Coldplay end the weekend with a bang bringing powerful and emotive pop anthems to Worthy Farm with guests: Barry Gibb and Michael Eavis. 1 A Head Full of Dreams (extended intro with Charlie Chaplin speech) 2 Yellow 3 (Recorded for "Love in Tokyo") 4 Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall 5 The Scientist 6 Birds (with "Oceans" excerpt in intro) 7 Paradise (with Tiësto remix outro) 8 Everglow 10 (restarted with Chris solo due… more ) 9 Clocks (with "Army of One" excerpt in intro) 10 Midnight (partial) 13 Charlie Brown 11 Hymn for the Weekend 12 Fix You (with "Midnight" excerpt in intro) 13 Boys That Sing (Viola Beach cover) (with Viola Beach vocals throughout) 14 Viva la Vida 18 Adventure of a Lifetime Encore: 15 Kaleidoscope (Extended) 16 To Love Somebody (Bee Gees cover) (with Barry Gibb) 17 Stayin' Alive (Bee Gees cover) (with Barry Gibb) (18 Full of Dreams) 19 A Sky Full of Stars 20 Up&Up (with Apple, Moses Martin) 21 My Way (Claude François cover) (with Michael Eavis) 22 Up&Up (reprise; outro only)
Global phenomenon Ellie Goulding shows the Pyramid Stage a thing or two about pop music.
Gather all your friends for NY indie royalty on the Other Stage
Witness the West Holts Stage light up into a disco. It could only be Earth, Wind & Fire.
There isn't another artist out there like her. Electronica dreams are brought to life. A stunning, high-octane set from the art-pop provocateur.
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Gregory Porter can do many things, but giving electric chills through song is his forte.
His Glasto debut was a triumph. Singer songwriter Jamie Lawson melted everyone to pieces.
Alt rockers, Mercury Rev, give Pilton some of their New York flavour.
Imagine soul, blues, jazz, country and hiphop mixed into one. Imagine Gary Clark Jr.
An artist in all forms. Anoushka Shankar's West Holts show is none other than ethereal.
Jazz band leader Kamasi Washington marvelled the crowds with his tenor sax. Simply magic.
Canada’s finest export of talent. On the John Peel Stage, it’s slack rocker Mac DeMarco.
Icelandic five piece provide captivating and entrancing euphonies to the John Peel Stage.
After a folky, atmospheric sound? Look no further, Band of Horses deliver on all grounds.
Haunting and moving; the powerful Natasha Khan knows how to put on a memorable show.
As the Elbow frontman gave his solo album a spin, The Park Stage didn't know what hit it.
In the mood to be musically moved, leave it to Kwabs. His unique soul sound runs deep.
The Park Stage was lucky to have Spanish indie rocker Hinds. Sit back, relax and chill.
North London's tough-rhyming wordsmith owns the stage with an energising performance.
Neuroscientist and electro pioneer, Sam Shepherd, brings a winning formula to Glastonbury
Jamaican legend Ernest Ranglin blows Glastonbury away.
The Ukrainian 'ethnic chaos' band deliver a playful mix of folk-punk.
Glastonbury - 2016: Friday Part 1 From their bird's eye studio view high up at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, presenters Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne, Huw Stephens and roving reporters Gemma Cairney and Martin Dougan kick off a weekend of wide-ranging live coverage on BBC Two of Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts. Alongside all the news from the first day of the festival, there will be one or two performances from around the site and a special acoustic performance in the studio, as well as a short film from reporter James Ballardie who takes a look round the town of Glastonbury and explores its relationship with the festival. Plus a catch-up with Friday's headliners Muse as they prepare to take to the stage as the first Pyramid Stage headliners of the weekend.
Glastonbury - 2016: Friday Part 2 Live coverage continues from Glastonbury Festival with presenter Lauren Laverne introducing headline act Muse as they take to the stage to perform for the third time as headline act on the world-famous Pyramid Stage. After the full Muse performance, presenters Jo Whiley and Huw Stephens cherry pick the best of the rest from day one of the festival, introduce bespoke acoustic performances and check in with presenter Gemma Cairney as she delves into the dark, weird and bizarre late night world of Glastonbury Festival.
Glastonbury Festival coverage continues from the heart of the Somerset countryside. With music from Wolf Alice, Band of Skulls, Muse, Baaba Maal and Alessia Cara to name but a few.
Madness play the Pyramid Stage, as Jo Whiley presents continuing coverage of day two at the Glastonbury Festival.
Live coverage of Glastonbury Festival continues with the live headline set from the multimillion-selling, global singing star Adele, as she makes her debut at the festival on the famous Pyramid Stage. Before that, presenters Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens introduce highlights from the likes of antipodean psyche rockers Tame Impala, who take to the Pyramid Stage just before Adele, Glasgow synth poppers Chvrches and a sprinkling of bespoke acoustic performances. Following the live set from Adele, Jo Whiley and Mark Radcliffe host proceedings from the BBC studio in the Park area, with highlights from the sets by James Blake and M83, and our roving reporter Gemma Cairney is out and about discovering late-night Glastonbury and what happens after dark on Worthy Farm.
Sunday afternoon live coverage from Glastonbury Festival continues with hosts Mark Radcliffe, Lauren Laverne and Jo Whiley bringing you the best of the live music from the world famous festival. In the now traditional Sunday afternoon legends spot, Mr Blue Sky himself, ELO head honcho and all-round Brummie legend Jeff Lynne makes his Glastonbury Festival debut on the Pyramid Stage. AWithnd music from the likes of Gregory Porter and Laura Mvula and from the BBC Two bird's-eye studio near the Park stage, a special acoustic performance from US superstar and pop cultural icon Cyndi Lauper. Plus presenters Gemma Cairney and Martin Dougan get out and about and report back on the weird, wonderful and often unseen areas of the festival.
It is the third and final night of BBC Two's coverage of Glastonbury Festival and presenters Jo Whiley and Huw Stephens bring you the full live set from Glastonbury veterans Coldplay, as they take to the famous Pyramid Stage and headline the festival for a record-breaking fourth time. Following Coldplay's full live performance, Jo Whiley is joined by Mark Radcliffe on the BBC Two sofa to scoop up the best of the rest from the last day of the festival, including music from the likes of LCD Soundsystem, Guy Garvey and Grimes, plus some late-night bespoke acoustic performances from the BBC Two studio. Gemma Cairney also delivers her last report from the nocturnal world of Glastonbury Festival. All in all, a final joyful round-up of the best of Glastonbury Festival 2016.
A delightful round-up of highlights from the weekend's events at the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts from Worthy Farm in Somerset 2016. Including performances from many of the headline artists, one or two bespoke acoustic performances and an overall celebration of all things Glastonbury 2016.
She set fire to the rain, and claimed Glastonbury as her own
Tottenham's own takes a trip down memory lane with her soaring debut single
Glitter, technicolour and soaring anthems - it can only be Coldplay at Glasto
A Glastonbury debut for the French chanteuse and her unique brand of irresistible pop.
Featuring new tracks, alongside dance anthems, including the classic Born Slippy.
Delivering epic alt-rock, Muse close the first night of this year's Glastonbury.
James Murphy's roadshow takes the audience to dizzying new levels on the Other Stage.
It's blue skies all round with Jeff Lynne's ELO. The rock icons had the crowd going wild.
Swedish folk duo blessed the Pyramid Stage with absolute magic.
Indie rock music to jump around to - simple as that, and we love it.
Mark Radcliffe and Alice Levine open up proceedings for this year's Glastonbury Festival of Performing Arts with highlights from the set by classic rock band The Pretenders, who opened up the Other Stage line-up.
Presenters Jo Whiley, Huw Stephens and Clara Amfo kick off BBC Two's weekend of extensive live coverage from the world-renowned Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts in Pilton, Somerset. Join them as they whet your appetite for the weekend ahead and take you into the heart and soul of the world's most famous festival with highlights from the myriad of stages including the Pyramid Stage. Alongside all the news from the first day of the festival there is a smattering of short films, bespoke acoustic performances and a surprise set from Elbow to keep you entertained as we look forward to Glastonbury veterans Radiohead returning to headline the legendary Pyramid Stage on the first day of Glastonbury Festival 2017
Hit maker and crowd favourite, east London's Dizzee Rascal takes to the stage as the Friday night headliner on the West Holts Stage
Enter a world of unicorns, castles and pink robots and never look back.
Queen of the dance floor and Radio 1 treasure Annie Mac headlines John Peel Stage.
Diplo, Jillionaire and Walshy Fire return to Glastonbury and make everybody DANCE.
BBC Two's coverage of the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts in Pilton continues. Opening up the show, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne set the scene and look back over Radiohead's history with the festival and then hand to Jo Whiley who is in prime position for when they take to the world-famous Pyramid Stage. It's been 23 years since the band's debut at the festival and two decades since their epic headline rain-sodden performance back in 1997, and with a second headline slot in 2003 along with a surprise performance in 2010, the band have kept their faces familiar at Worthy Farm. Now, they are back once more to their spiritual home to headline for the third time. Expect a lengthy and legendary performance from Oxfordshire's finest five-piece. Following Radiohead's performance, Jo and Mark reflect on the band's set and look back at some of the other artists that have played on day one along with an acoustic performance or two.
Mark Radcliffe and Alice Levine introduce highlights from two contrasting artists performing on the Pyramid Stage on day one of the Glastonbury Festival. Starting off with Glastonbury debutant, legendary US singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson, who performs some of his classic hits. Kris is followed by Brighton riff-tastic duo Royal Blood, who are fast becoming festival favourites following the success of their debut back in 2014, and no doubt more and bigger success is on the cards with the release of their much anticipated second album How Did We Get So Dark.
Lauren Laverne introduces some very special guests from a performance at the Park Stage at this year's festival.
Ata Kak delivers infectious Ghanaian beats, hear ‘Obaa Sima’ live on West Holts Stage.
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals smash Glastonbury with buckets of excitement and funk.
Missouri's Angel Olsen brings alt-country 60's angst vibes to the Park Stage.
Festival lovers Blossoms return to Worthy Farm and drop a very special Glastonbury set.
Classical meets electronic at the John Peel Stage with chart toppers Clean Bandit.
Feel rejuvenated through the tinted teenage lenses of McKenna music - Glasto guaranteed.
As ever these Swedish psych-pop heroes were a total delight with a set full of hits.
Chrissie Hynde and the band kick off proceedings with fans rocking out on The Other Stage.
Famed for fab live shows, Future Islands deliver exactly that on the John Peel Stage.
Glasto hosted a true rock legend today, Lanegan, king of the collab, now king of Pilton.
Mega musician and songwriter Halsey brings electropop heaven to The Other Stage.
Mike and Ben treat the Pyramid Stage crowd to their amazing sound and energy.
Atmospheric, noir-pop brilliance from the influential London artists. This trio's set was all the weird sci-fi magic that we'd been hoping for.
What a presence, what a show. This is Lorde at her best.
A set filled with infectious harmonies and playful riffs - total winner.
Octogenarian and all round country superstar, Kris Kristofferson was perfection.
Mr Golden Voice of Africa brought Afrobeat rhythms and sunshine vibes to Pilton Farm.
Elbow were the surprise guest celebrating 10 years of Emily Eavis' Park Stage.
Forming back in the late 80s, British rock band Ride have just reunited via Worthy Farm.
The Lemon Twigs bring lush melodies straight out of Long Island, New York.
Alt-rockers Nothing But Thieves blew everyone away with this set.
Former The Walkmen frontman sets the Park Stage alight with his impassioned set.
Nashville country queen, Margo Price, brought the metaphorical sunshine today.
20 years since their debut Radiohead return to Worthy Farm with no compromises.
The wordsmith herself came to Pilton and it was amazing.
Mark Radcliffe and Alice Levine open up proceedings on the second day of the world-famous festival. In this slot, there are highlights of shows from Kaiser Chiefs, followed by Oasis man Liam Gallagher who is making his return as a solo artist at the festival, and along with debuting some of his much-anticipated new songs will no doubt lead the Other Stage crowd in a singalong or two.
Mark Radcliffe and Alice Levine introduce the Pyramid Stage performance by Ohio-raised, Brooklyn-based band The National.
Mark Radcliffe and Alice Levine present live coverage of the performance from the John Peel Stage by US singer-songwriter Josh Tillman, aka Father John Misty, who will no doubt perform a track or two from his recent third album Pure Comedy, which takes a hard look at narcissism, internet addiction and PC culture in the age of Trump.
Live performance by the most famous family in musical history, the legendary outfit will no doubt have the West Holts crowd showing off their moves within seconds of coming on stage when they work through their megahits from across the years.
Lauren Laverne and Nick Grimshaw kick off a second day of live coverage from the world-renowned Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts in Pilton, Somerset. With performances from some of the artists on stage this afternoon including the likes of Boogie Woogie maestro Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and R&B icon Craig David, plus many more. Also in anticipation of the debut of superstar Katy Perry on the Pyramid Stage later on Saturday, we look back at some of the pop moments that have happened at the festival over the recent years, as well as an acoustic performance or two in the no-doubt-blazing Worthy Farm sunshine.
BBC Two's Glastonbury Festival coverage continues live from the heart of the event in the Somerset countryside with Clara Amfo and Nick Grimshaw. This show includes highlights of the set from Glastonbury debutant and all round pop princess Katy Perry from the famous Pyramid Stage, along with more of the artists appearing on day two at the festival, plus bespoke acoustic performances and reports from around the vast site.
They’re Canadian and they’re cool. BADBADNOTGOOD drop instrumental hip hop on Worthy Farm.
Back with their first album in 4 years and they really are better than ever.
Rewind - Craig David as in 7 Days Craig David at Glastonbury? Wow.
Jazz-funk mastermind Thundercat, aka Stephen Bruner, delivers a blistering West Holts set.
Jools and his famously good big band bring boogie woogie funky fun to the Pyramid Stage.
Kaiser Chiefs bring Good Clean Fun to The Other Stage on Saturday afternoon.
One of this year's BBC Music Sound Of 2017 artists, The Amazons liven things up.
Top 5 in BBC Music Sound of 2017, Nadia Rose drops a set with fun, wit, charm and beats.
Wild Beasts charm the crowd with their seductive indie-rock set.
With her huge hit 'Don't Kill My Vibe' the Norwegian singer is one to watch.
The Godfather of grime himself.
Oasis frontman doing what he does best.
With her huge hit Habits (Stay High) Lo is the perfect mix of euphoria and melancholy.
2017 marks a change in direction for this pioneer of the sample and the crowd loved it.
BBC Two's live coverage of the Glastonbury Festival continues with presenters Clara Amfo and Jo Whiley as we start the build up towards the full and uninterrupted live set from Saturday night's headline act Foo Fighters. Following his untimely accident just before the festival in 2015, Dave Grohl promised to return to fulfil their commitment to headline. Much anticipation and excitement surrounds the band as we are there to see them come on stage and deliver one of their now customary epic live sets. It is the first time they have graced the stage since they last performed in 1998. Following Foo Fighters's epic live set, presenters Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens carry on the Glastonbury late-night adventure with a delve into the nocturnal shenanigans that go on once the sun has set, plus some bespoke acoustic performances and the best of the rest from the second day of the festival
Performing for the very first time at Glastonbury, Katy brings nothing but pop perfection.
Boisterous rockers the Sleaford Mods ripped, kicked and tore it UP!
Back in our lives with their third album, indie trio alt-J are back at Worthy Farm.
Truthful lyrics and beautiful melodies Father John Misty was made for the stage.
A band you've got to see live and if that live is at Glasto, that's close to perfection.
A mass singalong if ever there was one. It's the legends that are The Jacksons. Note: Sound Issues
Always impressive, Phoenix wow Glastonbury yet again headlining the John Peel Stage.
Founding member of Hot Chip, Joe Goddard delivers the finest dance music to Glasto.
How to describe this man and this set in under 89 characters? Simply > WATCH IT NOW.
The colossal rap duo came, saw and conquered the Pyramid stage.
Bringing their uplifting desert blues punk from Timbuktu to Glastonbury.
The psychedelic quartet bring their invigorating sounds to Glastonbury.
With his quick and witty lyrics Loyle Carner is a force on the John Peel Stage.
Listed in BBC Sound of 2017, Cabbage bring political post-punk to Pilton.
We totally got lost in Dua Lipa's light with this set.
One of the greatest bands on the planet and after this set - one of the greatest of all time.
Alice Levine and MistaJam introduce two artists who will no doubt be hugely popular with the festival crowds. First up, from East Sussex, 2016 breakthrough artist Rory Graham, aka Rag'n'Bone Man, makes his debut on the Other Stage, and he is followed by Mr Boombastic himself, Shaggy, the hugely successful dancehall reggae superstar who has hits a-plenty including Oh Carolina, Angel and It Wasn't Me to get the West Holts Stage dancing.
Having headlined the Pyramid Stage in 2007, The Killers return to Worthy Farm for a surprise appearance on the John Peel Stage.
In this penultimate programme of BBC Two's Glastonbury coverage, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne are live from the world renowned festival of Contemporary Performing Arts in the heart of Somerset. Taking to the stage for this year's Sunday afternoon legends slot is Bee Gee and songwriter of so many classic songs, Mr Barry Gibb. After his cameo spot with headliners Coldplay last year, Barry takes centre stage with his band to perform many of his hits to the Glastonbury crowds, with no doubt a sing along and some 70s dance moves or two. Following Barry Gibb's performance, another legend takes to the Pyramid Stage in the shape of Nile Rodgers and his band Chic, with more songs to surely make the Pyramid Stage crowd feel like they are in one great big disco, expect a mirrorball to appear from the sky! Plus an acoustic or two, live reports from around the site and a look forward to the final headliner, pop star du jour, Ed Sheeran.
The third and final night of BBC Two's coverage of Glastonbury Festival sees presenters Clara Amfo and Huw Stephens bring you the full live performance from the young Suffolk boy and now global pop star Ed Sheeran, who headlines the Pyramid Stage for the first time! Following Ed's live performance, Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Huw Stephens take over the presenting reins on the BBC Two sofa and reminisce on the best of the final day of the festival and look back at their own personal highlights of the weekend.
Lauren Laverne presents further coverage from Glastonbury as Biffy Clyro take to the Pyramid Stage.
Delivering epic alt-rock guitar heroes Biffy Clyro hit the Pyramid Stage.
Glastonbury pros Courteeners are made to perform on The Other Stage, and boy do they deliver.
An adrenaline fueled performance which will keep you buzzing for days.
Beautiful, haunting, these anthem makers brought it all to the Other Stage.
Hit after hit from Shaggy in a massive sing-a-long for the West Holts Stage Sunday crew.
Jamie's jazz-pop set was the perfect way to spend an afternoon down at Worthy Farm.
Julia Jacklin brings her guitar and a mix of indie pop and alt-country to The Park Stage.
Malian superstar Oumou Sangare showcases her powerful vocals to a ready West Holts crowd.
Sampha's music connects with people, but this was a set that did more; it moved us.
Slick and stylish the band everyone wants to be in. Their set was just the coolest.
The magical sounds of nu folk and Indian classicism made for a true Glasto experience.
Warpaint bring Californian indie rock all the way to Worthy Farm. We are not worthy.
With a new must-hear album, this MUST-SEE performance, Marling is a MUST in every way.
With his uplifting and unique delivery London rapper Kano brings Grime to the Park Stage.
Ed's headline set will go down in Glastonbury history and rightly so.
Boy Better Know aka JME and Skepta stormed the Other Stage and made history.
The disco funk group wowed us in 2013 and raised the bar even higher for 2017.
The man who gave us the Bee Gees is now the man who got everyone at Glasto dancing.
We've been stunned by the beauty of this trio's music and so was Glastonbury.
Give yourself over to the stylish, slick and seriously cool that is Goldfrapp.
Former Portico Quartet member Nick Mulvey won the crowd over with his beautiful set.
Electronic alchemists Moderat created a set which has to be seen to be believed.
Wowing the the park stage with her smooth luscious, heartfelt vocals and folksome roots.
An eclectic, haunting and deeply atmospheric set from the band on Glastonbury's final day.
The man with the voice. This was epic in every sense.
The punk duo deliver a storming surprise set on the BBC Introducing Stage.
The boy in the corner is back centre stage with an energetic uplifting set.
Glastonbury is in full swoon mode after watching Sandé's utterly soulful set.
The soundtrack to any 00's rave-disco - so good to be to be dancing to these two again.
Frank Carter (former Gallows frontman) hits the crowd with hard-hitting punk-rock.
The effortlessly cool pop-rock sister trio get the crowd moving.
Dave Grohl and co serve up a fan favourite on the Pyramid Stage
Glastonbury becomes one giant disco as Nile Rodgers & CHIC take to the Pyramid Stage on the Sunday evening of Glastonbury 2017.
A reminder of some of the big performances, stories and moments from Glastonbury 2017.
Highlights from the festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset, including a reminder of some of the big performances, stories and moments from the weekend's events.
1. The Man - Goat Girl - John Peel Stage 2. About Work The Dance Floor - Georgia - The Park Stage 3. Grow Old With Me - Tom Odell - Pyramid Stage 4. All I Wanna Do - Sheryl Crow - Pyramid Stage 5. Sometging Real - Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real - The Park Stage 6. A Change Would Do You Good - Sheryl Crow - Pyramid Stage 7. Too Real - Fontaines DC - John Peel Stage 8. Can't Pretend - Tom Odell - Pyramid Stage 9. Lets Dance To Joy Division - The Wombats - Other Stage 36 mins of muisc broadcast for 3 hours, repeating the sequence above
Coverage begins of the legendary music and performing arts festival from Worthy Farm in Somerset. Presenters such as Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne, Clara Amfo, Mark Radcliffe and Edith Bowman will be reporting from different positions around the site on all the stories and action so far. There will be performances from the very talented British pop soul singer Jorja Smith, Spanish superstar Rosalia plus a short film on the build of the festival over four weeks as the farm transforms from its regular agricultural and pastoral identity to a rural wonderland of stages, pleasure palaces and hidden shabeens!
Nine-times Grammy Award winner, Sheryl Crow, supported The Eagles at Wembley last weekend and is about to release her eleventh studio album, the duet-heavy Threads. Expect a career-spanning Pyramid Stage hits set from Missouri-born Crow who last played Glastonbury in 1997. Walsall’s Jorja Smith was born in 1997 and her smoky and Drake-endorsed R&B helped her win first the Brits Critics’ Choice award in 2018 and then this year’s Best British Female in recognition of the success of her Lost & Found debut album.
Settle down for a magic carpet ride around Worthy Farm hosted by Jo Whiley, Huw Stephens and Clara Amfo, as Glastonbury Festival hits its stride with live coverage of Friday night’s headlining set from the inimitable Stormzy.
West Midlands’ finest The Charlatans are celebrating 30 years of their organ-fuelled swirling British garage rock and have been drafted in at short notice to perform on the Other Stage. The Charlatans have released 13 studio albums and, despite having lost two key members since their inception in 1989, remain one of Britain’s most enduring and best-loved live bands. Earlier this year they released a retrospective box set of 7-inch singles, Everything Changed, to celebrate Record Store Day.
Lauren Laverne introduces the headline set by Kevin Parker's Australian psychedelic slow-pop band Tame Impala. Headlining the Other Stage and playing their biggest show at the festival to date, expect one or two new tracks including recent release Patience as well as songs from their acclaimed three albums, including 2015's Currents, all of which will no doubt be bathed in a suitably dreamy glow.
Like the sun coming up over Santa Monica Boulevard, Sheryl shines on the main stage.
Liverpool indie faves kick out the jams on the Other Stage.
British indie faves return to Worthy Farm for a smashing set.
Northern Irish trio bring their lush indie tunes to the Other Stage.
US folk rockers unleash an abundance of energy to uplift the Glasto crowd.
West Midlands’ finest The Charlatans are celebrating 30 years of their organ-fuelled swirling British garage rock and have been drafted in at short notice to perform on the Other Stage. The Charlatans have released 13 studio albums and, despite having lost two key members since their inception in 1989, remain one of Britain’s most enduring and best-loved live bands. Earlier this year they released a retrospective box set of 7-inch singles, 'Everything Changed', to celebrate Record Store Day.
Synth laden 80's influenced pop from this multi-talented British artist
Brooklyn singer-producer gifts us with a set of perfect layered pop songs.
Hailing from Derry, Bridie Monds-Watson brings her introspective pop to the Park Stage.
Get ready for the pure rock and reckless abandon that is IDLES. Searing and sardonic punk from the Bristol fivepiece.
Soul-folk sensation delivers a stirring vocal performance on the Park stage.
The sublime voice of Chan Marshall returns to headline Glastonbury's Park Stage.
Raggedy, exciting new rock from this new Brixton foursome.
Dublin's punk five-piece bring the anger and the energy to the John Peel Stage
Perth psychedelic space rockers unleash their soundscapes on the John Peel Stage.
Charismatic, goth-pop tunes from this Manchester foursome.
Discordant riffs, staccato bass lines, these New York pros play a motoring headline set.
South London producer brings his soulful jazz rap ensemble to the West Holts.
South African seven-piece band show off their dynamic drums, bass and harmonies.
British electronic duo bring their atmospheric grooves to Glastonbury
Brit award-winning singer songwriter shows her vocal prowess on the West Holts Stage.
A dose of euphoric electronic, guaranteed to heal all that ails you.
Canadian slacker-rock meets off-kilter pop comes to the Other Stage.
American rapper and singer extraordinaire puts on a stellar show to get you on your feet.
Neneh Cherry on the West Holts Stage plus Foals' surprise Saturday set on the Park Stage.
Carrie Underwood, Johnny Marr at Glastonbury 2019. British indie legend Johnny Marr plays the Other Stage plus Oklahoma country-pop queen Carrie Underwood's lunchtime performance on the Pyramid Stage.
Edith Bowman and Mark Radcliffe host a guided tour of Pilton on day two of the world’s greatest music festival, with action from Anne-Marie and Hozier on the Pyramid Stage, rising star Lewis Capaldi no doubt drawing a huge crowd on The Other Stage, The Love Unlimited Synth Orchestra reimagining classic 70s soul from The Park Stage, plus more - an acoustic performance from James Morrison and a short film exploring Michael Eavis’s very personal relationship with the fields and landscape of Worthy Farm.
Mark Radcliffe introduces highlights from Manchester’s finest Courteeners on the Other Stage who remain something of a phenomenon up north where Liam Fray’s songs represent a rallying cry for a generation over five anthemic albums followed by the rest of Liam Gallagher’s set from the Pyramid Stage which switches over from BBC TWO and blends Oasis hits with songs from his solo breakthrough album, As You Were.
Song and dance superstar Janet Jackson performs her incredible back catalogue with hits like What Have You Done for Me Lately, Rhythm Nation and Got ‘Til It’s Gone from her 30-plus years at the top.
Vintage garage and a rollicking rhythm section from Atlanta based Mattiel.
Charles Hazlewood and a stellar line-up of guest artists pay tribute to Barry White
Jazz party innovators whip up a frenzy at the Park Stage.
Honest Scot with his acoustic guitar gets the crowd pumped.
North London singer plays Glasto, two years after her breakthrough.
Jazz fusion quintet deliver an exciting set to get Glastonbury moving.
Northampton rapper gets the The West Holts crowd energised.
Pharrell was stunned upon hearing her sing, now Glasto gets to enjoy this voice.
New Scottish singer-songwriter brings his folk rock songs to Glastonbury.
Superstar country singer showcases her knockout vocal range at Glastonbury.
Sound the alarm, it's time for the Essex pop singer on the Pyramid Stage.
Irish guitarist with a spine-tingling voice stuns on the Pyramid Stage.
Brilliant blues rock set from the band led by Willie Nelson's son.
Norwegian soprano delivers a stunning frosty-pop experience.
It's a freak-out jazz, psychedelic party, come on in.
Providing heartfelt singalong melodies on the Pyramid Stage
Edith Bowman and Huw Stephens introduce ringside action from Saturday night at Worthy Farm as the festival hits its stride with the live Pyramid headline set from Las Vegas’ rock ‘n’ roll band The Killers returning to the festival for a fifth time following their surprise appearance at the John Peel Stage in 2017. Led by charismatic frontman Brandon Flowers and drummer Ronnie Vannucci Jr and with a catalogue of radio anthems from across five albums, The Killers are one of the defining rock bands of the 21st century and after sound problems dogged their 2007 set they have unfinished business in Pilton.
Saturday night's headliners, The Chemical Brothers on the Other Stage, and hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan takes the West Holts Stage.
Indie rock wordsmith and band rock it out on the Park Stage.
Spoken word and hip-hop artist brings her poetry to the Park.
English electro-pop legends headline the Park Stage.
Former Oasis front man takes to the Pyramid stage for a giant singalong.
Minnesotan masters of vocal harmonies give a sublime performance on the John Peel Stage.
American indie rock singer plays a stunner of a set.
Manchester grime artist shows how its done.
Jamaica's Dancehall king lifts the energy on the John Peel Stage
No style rookie, the legend that is Neneh Cherry delivers the hits on The West Holts.
UK modern soul collective whip up the crowd with a spectacular show.
Time to Bring da Ruckus with one of the most influential hip-hop acts of all time.
Legendary guitarist and prolific former Smith never fails to win us over.
Scandi pop stylings from this enigmatic singer-songwriter.
Indie rockers from Middleton return to Worthy Farm.
Turn up the volume and be primed to have all your senses piqued.
Live performance selections from Glastonbury Festivals Pyramid, Other, John Peel, Park and West Holts stages. 1. Black Man In A White World - Michael Kiwanuka - The Park 2. Blue Lights - Jorja Smith - West Holts Stage 3. Joy - Bastile featuring Lewis Capaldi - Pyramid Stage 4. Ever Day Is A Winding Road - Sheryl Crow - Pyramid Stage 5. I Know - Tom Odell - Pyramid Stage 6. Knock Me Off My Feet - Soak - The Park Stage 7. The Only One I Know - The Charlatans - Other Stage 8. Ho Hey - The Lumineers - Other Stage 9. Budapest - George Ezra - Pyramid Stage 10 . What You Know - Two Door Cinema Club - Other Stage 11. Feels Like We Only Go Backwards - Tame Impala - Other Stage 12. Blinded By Your Grace Pt 2. - Stormzy - Pyramid Stage
Foals play the Park Stage at Glastonbury 2019
See live performance selections from Glastonbury Festivals Pyramid, Other, John Peel, Park and West Holts stages.
London singer-songwriter unleashes her synth-pop styles on the John Peel crowd.
Lauren Laverne and Clara Amfo introduce an epic hit-filled set from evergreen pop royalty Kylie Minogue on the Pyramid Stage, who finally makes her Worthy Farm debut in her own right after being forced to pull out in 2005 due to her breast cancer diagnosis.
Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders introduce highlights from sets by emerging teen superstar Billie Eilish from the Other Stage and Damon Albarn’s reunited The Good, The Bad & The Queen on the Park Stage. Billie Eilish is currently the most talked-about teen on the planet and stunned recently with her quirky but utterly authentic set at R1BW in MIddlesbrough while her break-out hits, ‘bad guy’ and ‘bury a friend’, manage to be totally teenage and yet surprisingly multi-generational in their charm and conviction. The Good, The Bad & The Queen features Damon Albarn’s poetic state-of-the-kingdom address on matters Brexit and beyond from their second album, Merrie Land. The indie supergroup, which includes in their number The Clash’s Paul Simonon and Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen, are back together, a decade after their 2007 self-titled debut, to charm the Park Stage with the aid of a Welsh choir and strings.
The happiest band on the planet uplift the Pyramid crowd.
London electro-synth band turn the field into a nightclub for their infectious set.
Inspirational, bad ass queen of blues rocks the Pyramid stage.
US popstar relishes the Glastonbury spirit on the Pyramid stage.
Innovative pop at its very best, Chris is flawless on headlining the Other Stage.
Following his brilliant album Psychodrama the South London rapper wows the Other Stage.
Staunchly creative teen superstar plays her first Glastonbury, before she's even 18.
Quick quips from this charismatic London hip-hop artist.
J-pop and metal combine in the best possible way ever.
Tenor sax king and bandleader pushes jazz to new frontiers.
The godfather of neo-soul shows everyone how to feel good.
Grammy-nominated Malian singer returns to Glastonbury for another brilliant performance.
Kate Stables and band bring their critically acclaimed songs to The West Holts.
Multi-talented actor showcases his jazz piano prowess.
Mike Skinner and co. headline the John Peel Stage.
Energetic live band Friendly Fires return to Glastonbury for a stellar set.
Breakthrough artist at the Brits shows off his songwriting abilities.
Irish singer songwriter enthralls the crowd on the final day of John Peel action.
Eclectic grime drill artist and BBC Sound Of winner excites the John Peel crowd.
Lauded by Kendrick Lamar, the British rapper delivers cuts from her album Grey Area.
Indie collective led by Damon Albarn play tracks from their recent album Merrie Land.
South London rock band return to the Park stage on the back of their new album Serfs Up.
London alt rock band are Running Wild on the Park Stage.
Young Jamaican rapper, singer and guitarist brings her positive vibes to The Park.
Mark Radcliffe introduces global movie star and jazz pianist Jeff Goldblum on the West Holts Stage and soul-gospel legend Mavis Staples as she inspires worship on the Pyramid Stage. Goldblum leads the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra with whom he performs regularly in Los Angeles. Their collaboration has led to his recently released debut album, The Capitol Studio Sessions, with a variety of guest vocalists and a jazz fan’s sense of swinging fun. Mavis Staples has enjoyed a remarkable career revival in recent years after singing lead with veteran family group The Staple Singers from the 50s through the 90s on hits like ‘I’ll Take You There’ and ‘Respect Yourself’. Mavis has just released her latest album, We Get By, written and produced by slide guitarist Ben Harper and celebrates her 80th birthday this July.
Gemma Cairney introduces highlights from Vampire Weekend’s African-pop inflected set on the Pyramid Stage and the storming and melodic jazz of saxophonist Kamasi Washington’s stunning band on the West Holts Stage. Ezra Koenig’s Vampire Weekend recently released their fourth album, Father of the Bride, which offers a fresh spin on the African-influenced guitar pop that has made them festival favourites since their debut in 2008. Kamasi Washington and his band draw on the anthemic but free-flowing jazz of the 1960s and early 1970s, combining stunning musicianship with a cosmic approach to the genre last seen from the likes of Sun Ra and Pharoah Sanders. His recent album, Heaven and Earth, has helped to ignite an emerging generation of young British talent.
Jo Whiley, Edith Bowman and Mark Radcliffe introduce an epic, hit-filled set from The Cure, who are celebrating 40 years of their dark but glamorous pop with a fourth headline set on The Pyramid Stage following their debut back in 1986.
Gemma Cairney and Clara Amfo introduce two spellbinding female frontwomen who are set to close out the festival on the West Holts and Other stages in a face-off! Janelle Monáe is rapidly becoming something of a movie star after starring roles in films like Hidden Figures, but music is surely her first love and her Prince-inflected funk reaches new heights on her third studio album, 2018’s acclaimed Dirty Computer. Héloïse Letissier aka Christine and the Queens charmed Glastonbury 2016 as her debut album Chaleur Humaine took the UK by storm thanks to lead single 'Titled' and her stunning ensemble dance routines. Christine and the Queens returns to the festival after headlining All Points East with a whole new presentation and funky tunes from her tough but sassy follow-up, Chris.
Stylin' R&B queen bursting with stage presence headlines the West Holts Stage.
The exhilarating, dramatic and startlingly accomplished set of a future headliner.
The much talked about Alexander O'Connor shows off his innovative song style.
Birmingham born rapper takes to the John Peel Stage.
A look back at many of the show-stopping performances from this year’s Glastonbury Festival. Expect headliners, surprise guest stars, sing-a-longs and many of the big musical stories from across the three days at Worthy Farm.
Frank Turner performs Sister Rosetta in a surprise performance on the BBC Music Introducing stage at Glastonbury 2019
Enduring and iconic, Robert Smith's goth legends deliver a hit-filled headline set
Jo Whiley and Mark Radcliffe celebrate the weekend that would have marked 50 years of the Glastonbury Festival with an inviting blend of great performances from the archives and live acoustic sets from contemporary artists. The festival, organised by Michael Eavis and his daughter Emily Eavis, takes place at Worthy Farm in Somerset. From humble beginnings in 1970, Glastonbury is now the largest greenfield music and performing arts festival in the world - with a site that is over a mile and a half in diameter. Each year, it hosts hundreds of thousands of festivalgoers, who flock to see performances from the most famous names in music and immerse themselves in the vast range of events that the festival has to offer. This show brings viewers previously unseen or rarely shown moments, including highlights from The Rolling Stones headline set in 2013, PJ Harvey’s rocking 2004 performance shortly after the release of her sixth solo album Uh Huh Her, the irrepressible Lizzo in an early acoustic performance in the BBC garden area, Florence and the Machine’s debut on one of the main stages in 2010, Oasis setting the world on fire on the NME Stage in 1994, plus a reminder of Stormzy’s headline set last year
Queen Bey’s stunning headline set in 2011 brought song and dance to Glastonbury in full female style. The first solo woman of colour to headline the Pyramid Stage – respect is due to Skin with Skunk Anansie back in 2000 – Beyonce and her female band and dancers open up with Crazy in Love, and then it’s hits all the way with a Destiny’s Child medley, snippets of covers of the likes of Eurythmics, Kings of Leon and Prince and a dream coming true – ‘I have always wanted to be a rock star. Tonight we are all rock stars’.
The first of three compilations of the many impromptu, stripped-down performances that have graced the BBC Two presentation tent since coverage began back in 1997. Pop stars, legendary acts and breakthrough artists have all been featured over the years, giving audiences the chance to see artists from stages the cameras don’t always cover.
The second of three compilations of impromptu, stripped-down performances that have graced the BBC Two presentation tent since coverage began back in 1997. Pop stars, legendary acts and breakthrough artists have all been featured over the years, giving audiences the chance to see artists from stages the cameras don’t always cover.
Clara Amfo and Lauren Laverne present a jam-packed show celebrating Glastonbury Festival on the weekend that would have marked its 50th year. Tune in for highlights from the festival’s musical vaults, a special live acoustic performance from a contemporary artist and a reminder of one of the unique performances that have happened in the BBC’s Glastonbury studio over the years. The previously seen or rarely shown moments include unbroadcast highlights of 'The Boss' Bruce Springsteen’s 2009 visit to the farm, treats from Sheffield’s finest Arctic Monkeys’ second time headlining the Pyramid stage in 2013, shortly before the release of their fifth album AM, Janelle Monae ruling the West Holts Stage with her catchy hits in 2011, Dizzee Rascal’s 2010 golden-hour collaboration with Florence + the Machine on the Pyramid Stage and a reminder of Coldplay’s debut on the Other Stage back in 2000, the same month they released iconic hit Yellow.
The year 2000 sees the return to Glastonbury of the Pyramid stage, its third incarnation, 100 feet high and clad in dazzling silver. Dance duo Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons take to the iconic stage on the Saturday night and turn the whole field into one giant house party, drawing one of the biggest crowds ever to gather in front of the Pyramid Stage. Expect all the big tunes from the first DJ act to headline the festival, including Hey Boy Hey Girl, Music: Response and Block Rockin’ Beats, plus the incredible visual show we have come to expect from these electronic wizards. Contains multiple flashing images.
Coldplay close Glastonbury 2016 with a bang, bringing their classic blend of powerful and emotive pop anthems to the Pyramid Stage. Playing hits including Fix You, Paradise and Yellow, they are also joined onstage by Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees for a very special performance of To Love Somebody and Stayin’ Alive.
Clara Amfo and Lauren Laverne present a musical journey celebrating the weekend that would have marked 50 years of the Glastonbury Festival with an inviting blend of great performances from the archives and the odd live acoustic set from contemporary artists dropping in. The previously unseen or rarely shown moments include highlights from rockers Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, who ruled the penultimate slot on the Pyramid Stage way back in 1999, Lady Gaga’s first and only Glastonbury appearance in 2009, which saw her performing hits from her number 1 debut The Fame and went down in the festival’s history as one of the biggest pop moments Worthy Farm has ever seen, the 2003 legendary headline set from R.E.M., which saw frontman Michael Stipe and Co take the stage by storm, R ‘n’ B queen Mary J Blige’s 2015 breathtaking Pyramid takeover to a dedicated crowd undeterred by the rain and Britpop superstars Blur’s energetic and emotional 2009 headline moment.
The third and final compilation of the many impromptu, stripped-down performances that have graced the BBC Two presentation tent since coverage began back in 1997. Pop stars, legendary acts and breakthrough artists have all been featured over the years, giving audiences the chance to see artists from stages the cameras don't always cover.
Now a firmly established Pyramid Stage tradition, the Sunday teatime slot celebrates pop’s great legends with a strong dollop of showbiz smarts on the side. Mark Radcliffe and Jo Whiley introduce some of the great singalongs in the sunshine that have electrified the festival since Johnny Cash’s set in 1994. So prepare to join in with the likes of Neil Diamond, Brian Wilson, Shirley Bassey, Lionel Richie, Al Green and of course 2019’s Kylie Minogue. Featuring great artists, great songs, great crowds, an increasing level of campness and a whole lot of happiness.
Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), better known by his stage name Jay-Z (stylized as JAY-Z), is an American rapper, songwriter, record executive, entrepreneur, businessman, and record producer. Born and raised in New York City, Jay-Z first began his musical career after founding the record label Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995, and subsequently released his debut studio album Reasonable Doubt in 1996. The album was released to widespread critical success, and solidified his standing in the music industry. He has gone on to release twelve additional albums, including the acclaimed albums, The Blueprint (2001), The Black Album (2003), American Gangster (2007), and 4:44 (2017). Jay-Z has also released the full-length collaborative albums Watch the Throne (2011) and Everything Is Love (2018) with Kanye West and wife Beyoncé, respectively. Outside of his musical career, Jay-Z has also attained significant success and media attention for his career as a businessman. In 1999, he founded the clothing retailer Rocawear, and in 2003, he founded the luxury sports bar chain 40/40 Club. Both businesses have grown to become multi-million-dollar corporations, and allowed Jay-Z to fund the start-up for the entertainment company Roc Nation, which was founded in 2008. In 2015, he acquired the tech company Aspiro and took charge of their media streaming service Tidal.
David Robert Jones (8 January 1947 – 10 January 2016), better known by his stage name David Bowie ( BOH-ee), was an English singer-songwriter and actor. He was a leading figure in the music industry and is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He was acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his innovative work during the 1970s. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, with his music and stagecraft having a significant impact on popular music. During his lifetime, his record sales, estimated at over 100 million records worldwide, made him one of the world's best-selling music artists. In the UK, he was awarded ten platinum album certifications, eleven gold and eight silver, and released eleven number-one albums. In the US, he received five platinum and nine gold certifications. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. Rolling Stone placed him among its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and following his death in 2016, Bowie was dubbed "The Greatest Rock Star Ever" by the magazine.
Edward Christopher Sheeran MBE (born 17 February 1991) is an English singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. In early 2011, Sheeran independently released the extended play, No. 5 Collaborations Project. After signing with Asylum Records, his debut album, + (pronounced "plus"), was released in September 2011 and topped the UK Albums Chart. It contained his first hit single "The A Team". In 2012, Sheeran won the Brit Awards for Best British Male Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act. Sheeran's second studio album, × (pronounced "multiply"), was released in June 2014. It was named the second-best-selling album worldwide of 2015. In the same year, × won Album of the Year at the 2015 Brit Awards, and he received the Ivor Novello Award for Songwriter of the Year from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. A single from ×, "Thinking Out Loud", earned him the 2016 Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance. Sheeran's third album, ÷ (pronounced "divide"), was released in March 2017, and was the best-selling album worldwide of 2017. The first two singles from the album, "Shape of You" and "Castle on the Hill", broke records in a number of countries by debuting in the top two positions of the charts. He also became the first artist to have two songs debut in the US top 10 in the same week. By March 2017, Sheeran had accumulated ten top 10 singles from ÷ on the UK Singles Chart, breaking the record for most top 10 UK singles from one album. His fourth single from ÷, "Perfect", reached number one in the US, Australia and the UK, where it became the Christmas number one in 2017. The world’s best-selling artist of 2017, he was named the Global Recording Artist of the Year. Released in 2019, his fourth studio album No.6 Collaborations Project debuted at number one in most major markets, and spawned three UK number one singles, "I Don't Care", "Beautiful People" and "Take Me Back to London".
Elbow are an English rock band formed in Bury, Greater Manchester, in 1997. The band consists of Guy Garvey (lead vocals, guitar), Craig Potter (keyboard, piano, backing vocals), Mark Potter (guitar, backing vocals) and Pete Turner (bass guitar, backing vocals). They have played together since 1990, adopting the name Elbow in 1997. Drummer Alex Reeves replaced Richard Jupp first as session performer in 2016, which he continues to be. The band have released eight studio albums, Asleep in the Back (2001), Cast of Thousands (2003), Leaders of the Free World (2005), The Seldom Seen Kid (2008), Build a Rocket Boys! (2011), The Take Off and Landing of Everything (2014), Little Fictions (2017), and Giants of All Sizes (2019). Their studio albums, as well as their B-sides compilation Dead in the Boot (2012), all reached the top 15 of the British album chart. Seven of their singles placed in the top 40 of the British singles chart. Their most recent album, Giants of All Sizes, was released on 11 October 2019.
Chic ( SHEEK,), currently called Nile Rodgers & Chic, is an American band that was organized in 1972 by guitarist Nile Rodgers and bassist Bernard Edwards. It recorded many commercially successful disco songs, including "Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah)" (1977), "Everybody Dance" (1977), "Le Freak" (1978), "I Want Your Love" (1978), "Good Times" (1979), and "My Forbidden Lover" (1979). The group regarded themselves as a rock band for the disco movement "that made good on hippie peace, love and freedom". In 2017, Chic was nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the eleventh time.
Toots and the Maytals, originally called The Maytals, are a Jamaican musical group and one of the best known ska and rocksteady vocal groups. The Maytals were formed in the early 1960s and were key figures in popularizing reggae music. Frontman Toots Hibbert's soulful vocal style has been compared to Otis Redding, and led him to be named one of the 100 Greatest Singers by Rolling Stone. Their 1968 single "Do the Reggay", was the first song to use the word "reggae", naming the genre and introducing it to a global audience. As Island Records founder Chris Blackwell says, "The Maytals were unlike anything else ... sensational, raw and dynamic."
Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter. She was known for her deep, expressive contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres, including soul, rhythm and blues and jazz. A member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra during her youth, Winehouse signed to Simon Fuller's 19 Management in 2002 and soon recorded a number of songs before signing a publishing deal with EMI. She also formed a working relationship with producer Salaam Remi through these record publishers. Winehouse's debut album, Frank, was released in 2003. Many of the album's songs were influenced by jazz and, apart from two covers, were co-written by Winehouse. Frank was a critical success in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. The song "Stronger Than Me" won her the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors. Winehouse released her follow-up album, Back to Black, in 2006, which went on to become an international success and one of the best-selling albums in UK history. At the 2007 Brit Awards it was nominated for British Album of the Year, and she received the award for British Female Solo Artist. The song "Rehab" won her a second Ivor Novello Award. At the 50th Grammy Awards in 2008, she won five awards, tying the then record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night and becoming the first British woman to win five Grammys, including three of the General Field "Big Four" Grammy Awards: Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year (for "Rehab"), as well as Best Pop Vocal Album.
Arthur Taylor Lee (born Arthur Porter Taylor; March 7, 1945 – August 3, 2006) was an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame as the leader of the Los Angeles rock band Love. Lee was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on March 7, 1945 in John Gaston Hospital, to Agnes (née Porter), a school teacher, and Chester Taylor, a local jazz musician and cornet player. Love's 1967 album Forever Changes was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and it is part of the National Recording Registry.
A 2-hour ride through performances from every year at the festival from the dawn of the millennium with Moloko and Faithless, through the years to the likes of Amy Winehouse, Elbow, Kelis, Aloe Blaac, Lorde and most recently Lewis Capaldi. Two Glastonbury decades in two hours and something for everyone!
A two hour musical romp through and nostalgic look back at all the best Glastonbury performances from the artists who defined the mid-1990s brief but unforgettable BRITPOP era including Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Elastica, Suede, Catatonia, Supergrass and many more.
Join the music journey with Jo Whiley as she takes the audience back to Glastonbury from the 90s. Jo will reminisce about some of her memorable moments as one of the longstanding presenters since the festival was broadcast on the BBC in the 90s. Musically expect to see performances from the Britpop era with a smattering of rock and dance all making their mark at this world renowned music festival.
A 60-minute romp through some of Glastonbury Festival’s most rock ’n’ roll legendary performances. Including Texan guitar heroes ZZ TOP; Chrissie Hynde’s The PRETENDERS; New Orleans Blues, Jazz and Boogie Woogie piano legend the late, DR JOHN; MOTORHEAD; New York Punk legends BLONDIE; American Hip Hop Godfathers PUBLIC ENEMY; Reggae legends Toots and the Maytals; American alternative rock icons, PIXIES; Kings of Hip Hop, DE LA SOUL reaching a crescendo with the ultimate punk rockers IGGY & THE STOOGES from their unforgettable 2007 performance on the Other Stage plus many more legends.
A look back at when Dance music came to Worthy Farm charting its progression from 1994 with that legendary set on the NME stage from brothers Phil and Paul Hartnoll aka Orbital, the first act to bring the rave to a stage at Glastonbury and paved the way for electronic acts like The Prodigy, Faithless, and Reprazent to perform at the festival, not forgetting the seminal Main Stage performance from the Chemical Brothers at the turn of the century.
Lauren Laverne fronts this one hour special dedicated to some of her music legend choices from Glastonbury. Expect an eclectic mix with performers such as James Brown, Amy Winehouse, The Chemical Brothers and Lizzo doing what they all do best yet so brilliantly and differently
A look back at early performances from many of the artists who went onto headline either the Pyramid or one of the other main stages at the festival. Including Coldplay, Florence + The Machine, Ed Sheeran, Rudimental, Muse, Christine & The Queens and many more.
The 1990s was arguably Glastonbury’s redefining decade. From the arrival of Britpop to Robbie Williams to extreme weather conditions, it was the decade television cameras came, dance music conquered and the festival changed beyond all recognition. Told through archival material from the time and by those who were there, and voiced by Skin from Skunk Anansie, who were the last headliners of the decade.
Throughout the 21st century, the Glastonbury Festival has become a global story - changing with the times, embracing new music and just generally getting bigger. Since the turn of the century, the festival has seen emerging global headliners such as Coldplay and The Killers, a wildly packed Chemical Brothers performance in 2000, the much-debated arrival of hip-hop with Jay Z in 2008, Beyonce’s game-changing performance in 2011, Kylie’s return and Stormzy’s defining headline set in 2019 - as well as those much-loved teatime legend slots. Dizzee Rascal narrates this musical journey through all things Worthy Farm in the 21st century.
Lauren Laverne introduces from the archive some of the most memorable performances from the legendary artists who have played Glastonbury Festival over the years. Artists include singer-songwriter Paul Simon from the Pyramid Stage in 2011, pop princess Kylie Minogue, London’s Nutty Boys Madness from 2009, South Africa’s Ladysmith Black Mambazo from 2000, sixties icons Crosby, Still and Nash, reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, grande dame of punk Pattie Smith from 2015, blues guitar great BB King, Chrissie Hynde’s Pretenders from 2017, double-denim kings of rock ‘n’ roll Status Quo, punk icons Blondie from 2014, pop and reggae superstar Eddy Grant, and Dame Shirley Bassey in her 2007 Pyramid Stage performance. Then, for good measure, the 2015 set by guitar heroes The Who and the ultimate living legend, Sir Paul McCartney, headlining the Pyramid Stage in 2004. Plus many more legends too numerous to mention.
Presented by Jo Whiley, this exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary follows director Paul Dugdale and the team as they put together the spectacular filmed event Live at Worthy Farm. The programme features interviews with Emily Eavis, some of the festival’s key creative talent, as well as the artists who performed, including Damon Albarn, Kano, Roisin Murphy, Wolf Alice, Kae Tempest and Coldplay. For many of them, due to Covid-19, it was their first opportunity to play live in over a year. The documentary offers unrestricted access to the production and tells the story of how Glastonbury’s very first festival without an audience was staged.
This year, yet again, Glastonbury Festival as we know it just wasn’t to be. Instead, back in May, a host of artists performed at Worthy Farm for a unique cinematic event that was streamed across the globe. Showcasing the very best of that ambitious production - shot by Grammy-nominated director Paul Dugdale - this programme takes viewers on a magical journey through performances filmed on location at Worthy Farm’s most famous landmarks, as well as some of its lesser-known, secret corners. Artists featured include Coldplay, Damon Albarn, Haim, Idles, Jorja Smith, Kano, Wolf Alice, Michael Kiwanuka and Roisin Murphy, while spoken-word elements are provided by very special guests including PJ Harvey, Jarvis Cocker, Kae Tempest, George The Poet and Michael Eavis.
Documentary that tells the extraordinary journey of Joe Rush, Glastonbury’s 'waste alchemist' artist and the Mutoid Waste Company, his underground travelling art and party collective of wild, subversive performers, musicians and artists. I Am a Mutoid offers a wealth of unseen archive from the Glastonbury Festival, the warehouse party scene, and art installations from London to Berlin.
Blistering Live at Worthy Farm set moves from orchestral pop to guitar swagger in the Stone Circle
A sundown set in the Stone Circle from the sisters who flew from LA and quarantined to make sure that they didn't miss out on the Live at Worthy Farm experience
Magical woodland after-dark performance from the rising star of RnB as part of Live at Worthy Farm
An astonishing career-defining LIve at Worthy Farm performance from the Grime pioneer complete with brass band, strings and guest spots from D Double E and Ghetts
2020 Mercury Prize winner delivers a stunning set for Live at Worthy Farm
A delicate Live at Worthy Farm’ set featuring string-laden Blur and Gorillaz hits plus solo deep cuts
A solo campfire troubadour performance as part of Live at Worthy Farm
Horizontal rain and lack of audience can't stop Coldplay delivering a Live at Worthy Farm triumph in front of the Pyramid Stage
A look through the Glastonbury archives at many of the classic pop performers and songs that have graced the festival over the years. From Robbie Williams’ debut in ’98 to star of 2007, MIKA plus Colombian superstar Shakira in 2010 and the global pop power trio of Pharrell, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus plus many more classic pop moments at the legendary festival.
Glastonbury Experience 2021 continues with a 21st Century journey led by Clara Amfo, who has chosen tracks by artists who have made their modern music mark at Glastonbury. Beyonce, HAIM, Tame Impala and Christine & the Queens are just some of the artists featured in this modern music tour.
Three years in the making, Francis Whately’s film is a social and musical history of (probably) the world’s greatest music festival, as told by its principal curators, Michael and Emily Eavis, and many of the key artists who’ve appeared there between 1970 and 2019 – Billie Eilish, Thom Yorke, Florence Welch, Dua Lipa, The Levellers, Aswad, Orbital, Fatboy Slim, Linda Lewis, Noel Gallagher, Ed O’Brien, Chris Martin, Stormzy and more. Balancing the driving forces of social conscience and hedonism, Glastonbury has always been both a world apart and a barometer of the state of the nation. Looking at the hippie days, CND, the contribution of the travellers, dance music, Britpop, The Wall, the impact of television and the first black British solo headliner, this film takes viewers backstage and deep into the archive to reveal the forces that have driven this alternative nation between utopia and dystopia, the greatest night of your life and a muddy field in the middle of nowhere.
Three years in the making, Francis Whately’s film is a social and musical history of (probably) the world’s greatest music festival, as told by its principal curators, Michael and Emily Eavis, and many of the key artists who’ve appeared there between 1970 and 2019 – Billie Eilish, Thom Yorke, Florence Welch, Dua Lipa, The Levellers, Aswad, Orbital, Fatboy Slim, Linda Lewis, Noel Gallagher, Ed O’Brien, Chris Martin, Stormzy and more.
It’s been three long years, but Glastonbury Festival is back! Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders welcome you to Worthy Farm, where, for the first time, they broadcast live from site on a Thursday night.
Highlights of performances by two of pop's current stars, BRIT-winning UK electro pop singer songwriter Griff and Norwegian singer songwriter Sigrid perform in the John Peel Tent on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival.
Highlights of the performance by Antipodean band Crowded House, led by Neil Finn and featuring two of his sons, from the Pyramid Stage on the first full day of the Glastonbury Festival. Expect songs from the group’s classic back catalogue and their long-awaited seventh studio album, dropped in 2021, Dreamers Are Waiting.
The award-winning and best-selling collaboration of rock legend Robert Plant and bluegrass singer Alison Krauss are likely to draw a huge crowd to the Pyramid Stage on the first full day of the Glastonbury Festival. Expect songs from their two hugely successful albums as a duo, featuring a whole range of covers, 2007's Raising Sand, and Raise the Roof, which was released in November 2021.
Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne and Clara Amfo are live at Worthy Farm as the sun sets on the first full day of Glastonbury Festival. They introduce performances from Wet Leg, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Wolf Alice, and TLC.
Highlights of two shows from artists who have come to the fore in recent years. Mercury Prize winner, poet and soulful singer-songwriter Arlo Parks performs on the Park Stage, and Bristol post-punk outfit Idles take to the Other Stage.
Clara Amfo is at Worthy Farm to introduce pop icon Billie Eilish, who at 20-years-old is, to date, the youngest solo artist ever to headline Glastonbury's famous Pyramid Stage. Following Billie’s headline set, Jo Whiley and Lauren Laverne look back at all the best bits from the first day of the festival, with highlights from the other headline acts including Little Simz, Foals, Primal Scream and Four Tet. There will be special performances from the BBC Studio at The Park and Radio 1Xtra’s Remi Burgz continues her exploration of Glastonbury and gets involved in all the late-night action from across the site.
Headlining performance from the award-winning UK rapper and songwriter, who made her Glastonbury debut on the West Holts Stage back in 2016. Little Simz returns to top the bill on the first full day of the festival with numbers from her widely acclaimed fourth album, Sometimes I Might Be Introvert.
Highlights of two performances on the first day at the Glastonbury Festival. North Shields indie-rock singer-songwriter Sam Fender makes hisdebut at the festival on the Pyramid Stage, and Stockport's chart-topping five-piece Blossoms perform on the Other Stage.
A dose of trailblazing indie rock from 2021's breakout band.
Party vibes and dance pop from Australia's hottest new four-piece.
Guitar-led art-rock meets spoken word in this rising London band.
The Mercury-winning singer-songwriter brings her wondrous words to Worthy Farm.
An energetic set from the nineties indie dance legends.
Hazy 70s psychedelia from the genre-blending Houston Trio.
The London-based producer gets the crowd moving with his extraordinary electronica.
Catchy, immaculate pop from one of the UK's rising stars.
The Irish indie rockers bring their infectious energy to Glastonbury.
The Norwegian singer-songwriter delivers her blend of guitar-led bedroom pop.
Blissful bangers from Norway's pop princess.
The Californian songstress transports the crowd with her stunning vocals.
Feel-good alt-rock from East Kilbride's most influential brothers.
Forty years after forming, Glasgow's famed psych-rock band headlines the John Peel Stage.
The South East London singer brings her blend of psych-infused RnB to Worthy Farm.
No Scrubs allowed as the R&B icons take to the West Holts Stage.
Biting post-punk from Nottingham's finest.
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti's famous former band performs, led by his youngest son.
A perfectly-crafted, swooning set from one of electronica's leading lights.
Jangling guitarwork and singalong hits from the Manchester indie pop five-piece.
The Swedish sisters charm the crowd with their invigorating folk music.
Much anticipated Worthy Farm return for the beloved Britpop veterans.
Mesmerising mayhem from Bristol's biggest post-punk band.
Textured, intimate genre-blending tunes from the Dallas multi-instrumentalist.
British indie faves perform a smashing set on the Other Stage.
Heartfelt, introspective lyrics and moving melodies from the prolific singer-songwriter.
Beloved Antipodean tunesmiths return to Worthy Farm with four decades of classic hits.
The alt-rock quartet bring rousing melodies and soaring vocals to the Pyramid Stage.
The sensational North Shields singer-songwriter delivers emotive, electric indie tunes.
The global megastar becomes Glastonbury's youngest ever headliner.
Electric riffs and infectious energy from Wolf Alice, Sam Fender, Wet Leg and more.
Highlights from Glastonbury 2022, featuring Mitski, Dry Cleaning, Greentea Peng and more.
Highlights from Glastonbury 2022, featuring Phoebe Bridgers, Leon Bridges, & Arlo Parks.
Arlo Parks performs Hope at Glastonbury
Wolf Alice perform The Last Man On Earth at Glastonbury
Sam Fender performs Seventeen Going Under at Glastonbury
IDLES perform Crawl! at Glastonbury
Foals perform 2001 at Glastonbury
Billie Eilish performs Oxytocin at Glastonbury
Griff performs Black Hole at Glastonbury.
Little Simz performs Selfish (feat. Cleo Sol) at Glastonbury.
Wolf Alice perform Smile at Glastonbury
Wet Leg perform Wet Dream at Glastonbury
Phoebe Bridgers performs Motion Sickness at Glastonbury
Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne, Clara Amfo and Jack Saunders present Saturday afternoon at Worthy Farm, day two in the magic fields of the festival. Expect music from across the stages, including south Londoner Joy Crookes making her Pyramid Stage debut, a packed-out John Peel tent for Rotherham singer Self Esteem, whose live shows get five-star reviews across the board, and Skunk Anansie, who headlined the Pyramid Stage back in 1999.
Huw Stephens introduces a performance from one of the country's most successful new stars. Singer-songwriter Celeste won both the BBC 'Sound of...' poll and the Brit Rising Star award in 2019.
Clara Amfo introduces Olivia Rodrigo's set on the Other Stage. Clara Amfo introduces one of the biggest breakthrough pop stars of the last two years, Olivia Rodrigo, as she makes her debut appearance at Glastonbury.
Clara Amfo and Jack Saunders present two performances from artists who have emerged to great acclaim and success in the last couple of years. From Grantham, Lincolnshire, Holly Humberstone won 2022's BRITs Rising Star award and has recently supported global pop star Olivia Rodrigo on her US tour. She first played the festival on the BBC Introducing Stage in 2019.
Clara Amfo and Jack Saunders present everything that's happening on Saturday evening at Glastonbury Festival, including Californian sisters Haim and Texan soul singer Leon Bridges.
Jo Whiley introduces Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds' set from the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury. The legendary Mancunian songwriter finally makes his solo debut, having previously only graced the main stage with his former band Oasis. With a strong back catalogue, including three number one solo albums and a few Oasis classics always thrown into the mix, fans can look forward to a show to remember as the sun sets over Worthy Farm.
Clara Amfo and Remi Burgz introduce performances from two British rappers taking to the stage at the Glastonbury Festival. First up is west London's AJ Tracey, who makes his debut on the Pyramid Stage. His career to date has spanned a decade and has blossomed in recent years, with his track Ladbroke Grove sound-tracking the summer of 2019 and the release of his self-titled debut album.
The living legend that is Sir Paul McCartney, returns to headline Glastonbury for a second time, a week after his eightieth birthday celebrations, making him the oldest artist ever to top the Pyramid Stage. As one of the founding members of The Beatles, Paul McCartney is a national treasure and one of our most important British cultural icons. In this headline set, expect much-loved Beatles classics, familiar hits from his solo career and masterpieces from the Wings back catalogue.
Clara Amfo presents highlights from a set by Doncaster's Dominic Harrison, aka Yungblud. Known for his energetic and passionate live performances, his debut Glastonbury set is on the John Peel Stage. The second performance is from internationally acclaimed Afro-fusion artist Burna Boy, from Nigeria. With his music blending Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, rap and R&B, he became the first Nigerian with back-to-back Grammy nominations and won the award for Best World Music Album in 2021.
Clara Amfo introduces a headlining performance from American rapper Megan Thee Stallion. Hailing from Texas, Megan Thee Stallion began writing lyrics aged 14 and gained international recognition with her breakout hit, 'Savage', featuring Beyoncé. She made history in 2021 as the first female artist to win the Best Rap Performance award at the Grammys and has collaborated with the likes of Nicki Minaj, Marshmello and Dua Lipa.
The Los Angeles trio gift us with sublime vocals and swooping instrumentals.
The Australia-based rapper brings all her energy to the Park Stage.
Intense, blistering post-punk from the prominent Brighton band.
The American indie four-piece rock the Park Stage.
The Australian electronic legends unleash their mesmerising, dreamy euphoria on the crowd
Atmospheric, upbeat indie and crystalline vocals from the American singer-songwriter.
The acclaimed pop artist brings her powerhouse vocals to the Park Stage.
Heartfelt honest bops from the emerging pop artist.
A staggering live set from the astonishing Sheffield indie pop artist.
Enchanting bedroom pop from the London singer-songwriter.
The Coventry rapper and Sound Of 2021 winner makes his Glastonbury debut.
The grime icon doesn't hold back as he takes to the John Peel Stage.
Doncaster's finest tears up the stage with his raucous pop punk and infectious energy.
All your favourite bangers from the South London singer, songwriter and rapper.
Fierce, energetic guitarwork from the adventurous London rockers.
The genre-defying Floridian melds R&B, rock and psychedelia in a unique performance.
The beloved soul singer brings his classic sound to the West Holts Stage.
Essential electronica from one of Canada's most prolific producers.
The Irish singer and producer gets the crowd moving with her dancefloor anthems.
The former headliners bring their unstoppable Britrock energy back to Glastonbury.
It's good to be back: Devon's most joyous alt-pop band returns to Worthy Farm.
Blissful, eclectic indie-pop from the Oxfordshire four-piece.
Afro-fusion hits from one of Nigeria's fastest-rising stars.
Soulful, sincere songs from the South London singer-songwriter.
Genre-defying, infectious indie bops from the Leicester five-piece.
From Ladbroke Grove to Worthy Farm... grime at its finest from the West London rapper
Breath-taking harmonies from everyone's favourite trio of sisters.
HAIM perform Summer Girl at Glastonbury
Megan Thee Stallion performs Plan B at Glastonbury
AJ Tracey performs Rain (feat. Aitch) at Glastonbury
Jessie Ware performs Save A Kiss at Glastonbury
Megan Thee Stallion performs Savage on the Other Stage!
Paul McCartney performs Band On The Run (feat. Dave Grohl) at Glastonbury
Paul McCartney performs I've Got A Feeling (feat. John Lennon) at Glastonbury
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds perform AKA... What A Life! at Glastonbury
YUNGBLUD performs The Funeral at Glastonbury
Burna Boy performs Ye at Glastonbury.
Jessie Ware brings dancing and her joyous sing-a-along numbers to headline the Park Stage, while indie legend Jamie T returns to the John Peel tent for the fourth time after a long musical hiatus. Also, disco-queen and former Moloko frontwoman Róisín Murphy adds to an excellent Saturday night line-up on the West Holts Stage and is sure not to disappoint with banging tunes and an eye-catching outfit choice.
Clara Amfo and Lauren Laverne are live from Worthy Farm on the final day of Glastonbury 2022, with music from Lianne La Havas, Herbie Hancock, Declan McKenna, Nubya Garcia, Fontaines D.C.
Multi-million-selling Motown icon Diana Ross takes to the stage for the famous Glastonbury teatime legend’s slot. Making her Glastonbury debut, expect from Ms Ross a thoroughly joyful romp through her myriad hits from across the decades, including Chain Reaction, Upside Down, Baby Love and I’m Coming Out to name but a few, plus of course the customary dance routine courtesy of the security staff in front of the stage.
Jack Saunders and Clara Amfo present performances from two incredible young artists, Declan McKenna and Koffee.
As the sun sets on the final evening of Glastonbury 2022, Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders introduce a stellar Sunday evening line-up that features Lorde, Years & Years and Elbow.
On the final day of the festival, Huw Stephens and Jamz Supernova introduce highlights from two American artists. First up is legendary jazz funk keyboardist Herbie Hancock. Having released over 40 studio albums throughout a career that spans over 60 years, he's sure to get the Pyramid Stage crowd bopping. Next up is Kacey Musgraves who, despite her young age, is already becoming a legend of country music, having won seven Country Music Awards and six Grammys.
Hailing from Benin in west Africa, singer Angélique Kidjo has been labelled ‘Africa’s premier diva’ by Time magazine. Her musical influences are diverse and include Afropop, Caribbean zouk, Congolese rumba, jazz, gospel and Latin. She’s sure to lift the spirits of the crowd as she takes her upbeat rhythms to the West Holts Stage. Following Angélique is a performance from the Park Stage by JARV IS…, the eclectic rock band led by Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker. Formed in 2017 to perform at Sigur Rós's Norður og Niður festival in Iceland, the group was ‘conceived as a way of writing songs in collaboration with an audience’. Their debut album Beyond the Pale was released in 2020 to widespread critical acclaim.
Lauren Laverne, Jack Saunders, Jo Whiley, Clara Amfo and Remi Burgz are all present and correct for the final few hours of Glastonbury 2022 as the last five headliners take to the stage. Completing the bill on the Pyramid Stage is Kendrick Lamar, one of the biggest names and most distinctive voices in hip-hop. From Compton, California, the Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper makes his Glastonbury debut, fresh from the release of his critically acclaimed fifth album Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, which, as he notes on the opening track, comes 1,855 days after his last record, DAMN. Expect to be blown away by a gripping and powerful performance that showcases the MC’s exceptional lyrical talent and music which continually pushes boundaries.
Jo Whiley introduces award-winning and best-selling synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys as they headline the Other Stage on the final day of this year’s festival. Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe have an enviable back catalogue of hits, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide since they emerged in the early 1980s. Expect a show full of songs you can sing along to, from West End Girls and Always on My Mind to It’s a Sin, Go West and many more. They also know how to put on a show, and this performance is part of their current Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live tour, which has received five-star reviews. So, look forward to a full live band, costume changes and plenty of awesome tunes.
The mischievous London band bring their marvellous post-punk to the Park Stage.
Unpredictable pop psychedelia from the Welsh singer-songwriter.
Experience the expansive pop and immaculate songwriting of the Connecticut solo artist.
The artist, producer and band leader drops in to Glastonbury.
The Pulp frontman brings his latest material to Worthy Farm.
Lyrical brilliance and masterful instrumentals from the Australian singer-songwriter.
A surprise set from the mood boosting pop star
Discover why this Australian pub rock band's live sets are so legendary.
Get ready for raucous energy from this Baltimore hardcore punk band.
The beloved Swedish electronic band return to Worthy Farm.
Non-stop pop bangers from the chart-topping songstress.
The Leeds DJ and producer shows Glastonbury how it's done.
The critically-acclaimed saxophonist delivers her captivating jazz compositions.
Turn up the volume for an hour of Texan jazz-fusion.
The reggae star brings her next level beats to the West Holts Stage.
She's made over four decades of genre-spanning music - and now gifts it to Worthy Farm.
The Belfast DJ-producer duo cement their place as one of the biggest names in UK dance.
The neo-soul singer-songwriter brings her out of this world vocals to the Other Stage.
Euphoric indie-pop goodness from the young singer-songwriter.
Passionate post-punk and visceral lyrics from the Dublin natives.
The country superstar sweeps the crowd off their feet.
Pop king Olly Alexander performs a stellar set on the Other Stage.
The celebrated Chicago jazz musician performs hits from his illustrious career.
Cinematic, sprawling rock from the Manchester quintet.
Solar-powered pop from the prolific New Zealand songstress.
The incomparable Compton rapper puts on a show to remember.
Lorde performs Solar Power at Glastonbury.
George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Glastonbur
Kendrick Lamar performs Saviour at Glastonbury.
Kendrick Lamar performs Humble at Glastonbury
Lorde performs Stoned at the Nail Salon (feat. Arlo Parks and Clairo) at Glastonbury.
Unmissable performances from Billie Eilish, Paul McCartney, Kendrick Lamar, Lorde, Elbow, AJ Tracey and more.
A look back at another epic Glastonbury Festival, where the likes of Sir Paul McCartney, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Diana Ross, Sam Fender, Olivia Rodrigo, Years & Years, Little Simz and many more all took to the stage in a memorable return to Worthy Farm.
Before Elton John makes his debut on the Pyramid Stage at this year's Glastonbury, Clara Amfo sits down with him, at his home, to sift through his extensive record collection and pick some of the artists he’s excited about seeing down at Worthy Farm.
As the excitement builds for Glastonbury 2023, this is a trip down memory lane as some of the festival’s biggest fans take a look at some of their favourite performances and the stories behind them.
Classic anthems performed at Glastonbury over the years from the likes of Radiohead, Robbie Williams and Blondie.
Classic anthems from the likes of Dolly Parton, Coldplay and The Cure.
It’s that time of year again, where the verdant fields of Worthy Farm are transformed into one of the biggest music events in the world, the legendary Glastonbury Festival. Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders return to this magical place ahead of a jam-packed weekend of live music. From their hilltop studio overlooking the Park Stage and beyond, Lauren and Jack bring you all the stories from the first couple of days of the site being open, including the summer solstice, and they look ahead at what’s to come - with headline performances from Arctic Monkeys, Guns N’ Roses, Elton John and Lizzo, it promises to be a huge weekend. They're also joined by special guests and some unique performances in the BBC Park Studio.
Jo Whiley and Jack Saunders are live from Glastonbury Festival as the festival dons its night-time outfit. They look back at the highlights from the other headline acts of the evening, including US superstar Kelis, who brings tunes including her classic banger Milkshake to the West Holts Stage, along with Swedish experimental synthpop purveyor Fever Ray and English synthpop band Hot Chip, who bring the party atmosphere to the newly named Woodsies Stage alongside some of the special moments from the first 24 hours. Plus a couple of unique performances in the Park Studio, reflecting some of the sounds from across the wider festival line-up, and some special guests popping in for a chat to share their experiences of the first day.
Lauren Laverne and Clara Amfo are live at Glastonbury Festival as the first full day of music gets going. Introducing performances from across the site from the likes of Texas, who return to the Pyramid Stage for the first time since 1999, armed with sing-a-long anthems from across their career, and Los Angeles trio Gabriels, who bring their unique cinematic blend of soul, R&B and gospel to the West Holts Stage. Plus a look at some of the other stages, hopefully with a few surprises along the way. With some special guests and an intimate performance in the park studio.
Carly Rae Jepsen and Maisie Peters at Glastonbury 2023.
Clara Amfo and Jo Whiley are live from Glastonbury Festival as they gear up to welcome the first headliner of the weekend, Arctic Monkeys. Jack Saunders reports from the Pyramid Stage pit, soaking up all the excitement ahead of their highly anticipated third headline performance at the festival. Meanwhile, Clara and Jo introduce music from the likes of Brighton duo Royal Blood, who rock out on the Pyramid Stage, LA all-female indie rockers Warpaint, enigmatic 70s duo Sparks, and Scottish trio Young Fathers, all from across the different stages. Also, there's a short film looking back at Arctic Monkeys' Glastonbury journey, as well as another special performance in the studio.
Digga D and Shygirl at Glastonbury 2023.
Jo Whiley and Clara Amfo introduce Sheffield icons Arctic Monkeys as they take to the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury, their third time headlining the festival and a decade on from their last appearance in 2013. Following a huge sold-out world tour and armed with their recent seventh studio album The Car, they are set to be one of the talking points of the festival. Expect many of their big songs hopefully including Brianstorm, Fluorescent Adolescent, R U Mine?, I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor and many more.
Wizkid and Stefflon Don at Glastonbury 2023.
Ian Broudie's legendary band open the Other Stage.
Bring all the boys to the yard for the one and only Kelis!
The renowned Glasgow rockers perform a set of old favourites and new hits.
A triumphant Pyramid Stage return for Dave Grohl's rock superstars
The iconic Sheffield rock band headline Glastonbury for the third time.
Radio 1's Sound of 2023 singers impress in their biggest festival slot yet.
An uplifting set of immaculate synth-pop from a Scottish three-piece.
Soft, sweet vocals and stunning storytelling from this rising singer-songwriter.
Joyful, nostalgic pop from the singer of Call Me Maybe.
Melt into the luscious vocals of this beloved Irish singer-songwriter.
Expect raucous punk, whip-smart lyrics and major energy.
Psychedelic rock from the renowned New Zealand band.
Turn up the volume for a ferocious set from this acclaimed rock duo.
This long-standing Mancunian band deliver a set of indie-rock classics.
Hypnotic vocals and intricate guitarwork from this all-female indie-rock four-piece.
The prolific pop-rockers own the stage, more than 50 years after they first formed.
Moody, melodic indie rock from a Manchester four-piece.
Mellow jazz-funk from an acclaimed Los Angeles multi-instrumentalist.
The London trio perform a set of self-assured, fierce instrumental nu-jazz.
The Edinburgh trio deliver a set of genre-blending alt hip hop, post-punk and soul.
Powerful folk from a nine-piece Korean traditional music group.
Sublime vocals and swooping instrumentals as the Los Angeles trio return to Worthy Farm.
The all-female London four-piece deliver a sun-infused, Cumbia-inspired set.
The brooding electro-pop solo project from The Knife's Karin Dreijer.
Get ready for the floor with this headline set from London synthpop legends.
Fred again.. performing at Glastonbury 2023.
The London hip hop duo bring major energy to the Other Stage.
Bring your A-Game for one of the pioneers of UK drill.
Nightclub energy from this rapper and DJ from South East London.
Pure fire from one of the UK's most exciting female rappers.
The Nigerian afrobeats star closes the Other Stage.
Maisie Peters performs Lost The Breakup at Glastonbury 2023.
Hozier performs Francesca at Glastonbury 2023.
Texas perform Black Eyed Boy at Glastonbury 2023.
Carly Rae Jepsen performs Shy Boy at Glastonbury 2023.
Courteeners perform Not Nineteen Forever at Glastonbury 2023.
Sparks (feat. Cate Blanchett) perform The Girl is Crying in Her Latte at Glastonbury 2023
Hot Chip perform Down at Glastonbury 2023.
Krept & Konan perform Dat Way at Glastonbury 2023.
Wizkid performs Essence at Glastonbury 2023.
Warpaint perform Champion at Glastonbury 2023.
CHVRCHES perform The Mother We Share at Glastonbury 2023.
Royal Blood perform Mountains at Midnight at Glastonbury 2023.
Kelis performs Acapella at Glastonbury 2023.
Arctic Monkeys perform Body Paint at Glastonbury 2023.
Foo Fighters perform All My Life at Glastonbury 2023.
Clara Amfo, Lauren Laverne, Jack Saunders and Jo Whiley are live from Worthy Farm for the second day of Glastonbury Festival 2023. Artists likely to feature over the next four hours include vocal powerhouse RAYE, who makes her Glastonbury debut on the Pyramid stage, musical polymath Jacob Collier who’s worked with everyone from Coldplay to Stormzy, and London jazz outfit Ezra Collective, who bring their infectious energy to the early evening. Plus a couple of intimate performances live in the Park Studio and two short films following two very different performers from earlier in the day: contemporary classical composer Max Richter and 80s icon Rick Astley.
Vick Hope presents a UK rap attack tonight, as two very different rappers come to the farm. Making his Glastonbury debut is one of London’s sharpest, Central Cee, who will be his unapologetic self as he performs on the Other Stage. His body of work isn’t large, but every track released so far shows why he is the one to watch and why Gen Z’s eyes and ears are firmly on him… and a billion streams and counting can’t be wrong. Then, from the West Holts Stage, Loyle Carner, who has been gathering critical acclaim for the past decade and received five-star reviews for his recent third album, hugo. Tonight will surely bring an emotional, vulnerable and truthful evening to all those watching.
Jamz Supernova introduces a set from the West Holts Stage by Jacob Collier, a Grammy Award-winning multi-instrumentalist, whose famous fans include Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock and Chris Martin. Expect harmonies, many different instruments and gadgets - and audience participation
Vick Hope starts tonight’s line-up live from Glastonbury on BBC Three with two cheeky chappies. From the Other Stage comes Bedford’s finest Tom Grennan, who’s just released his third album, What, Ifs and Maybes. Expect to hear the new tracks as well as the rousing hit songs from his previous releases. From the Other Stage, we move over to the Pyramid Stage for Manchester rapper Aitch. Expect attitude, bars and arm-waving as he serves the crowd a set full of hit songs and then some.
Clara Amfo introduces two of the biggest pop artists on the planet. First up on the Pyramid Stage is self-proclaimed Scottish Beyoncé, singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi. The hitmaker returns to Glastonbury having recently scored his second number one album, Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent, which became the biggest-selling album of the year. Crowd singalongs and Capaldi’s witty onstage patter are guaranteed. Following Capaldi on the Pyramid Stage is Grammy award-winning US pop star Lizzo, who returns to Worthy Farm after her triumphant 2019 set. With two albums Cuz I Love You and Special, full of hook-laden hits, an infectiously positive attitude and a flute called Sasha, her set promises to be a high-energy euphoric and unifying experience like no other.
Huw Stephens is at the helm for a double bill that sees two music worlds unfurl side by side. First up, from the Other Stage, is Manic Street Preachers, whose debut album was released back in 1992. Fourteen albums later, the Welsh rockers show no signs of stopping as they perform for the sixth time at Glastonbury from the Other Stage. And from rock to dance as Leftfield unleash their best dance moves to an expectant audience from the Park Stage. It’s been 23 years since they last appeared, so get ready for loud sounds and beats to dance to on a Saturday night.
Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders introduce one of the most legendary bands on the planet as the LA rock gods Guns N’ Roses make their first visit to Worthy Farm, headlining the Pyramid Stage. Expect an epic set from the their huge back catalogue of hits from Welcome to the Jungle and Sweet Child O’ Mine to Paradise City.
A set from this 80s pop icon is never gonna let you down.
The English-American rock band deliver a smashing set, 35 years after they first formed.
The legendary Welsh rock band return to Worthy Farm.
A hard-rock headline set from Los Angeles legends.
Spectacular, soulful vocals in a special solo set.
Give a little bit of love to this Bedfordshire singer's smashing set.
Melodic alt-pop from a masterful American singer-songwriter.
A charismatic and mesmerising performance of electro-pop goodness.
Atmospheric alt-pop from a breakthrough superstar.
Scotland's funniest singer-songwriter performs brand new tunes and old favourites.
Infectious energy and chart-topping tracks from an American superstar rapper.
A south London five-piece deliver a blistering post-punk set.
Synth-heavy dance-rock from West Yorkshire.
Ethereal vocals meet intricate production in this sophisticate musical duo.
Sex Pistols meet Generation X in this punk supergroup.
Introspective post-punk from a rising Dublin band.
The 2021 Eurovision winners bring their energetic rock to Worthy Farm.
Catchy indie rock from a rising Wigan band.
Glasto's latest supergroup fulfil their dream of performing The Smiths covers at Worthy Farm.
Genre-bending jazzy bliss from a Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist.
The Nigerian singer-songwriter displays his impressive distinctive vocals.
Get your dancing shoes on with this Jamaican reggae fusion band.
Guitar-driven desert blues from a collective of Tuareg musicians.
The Malian couple making names for their blues music all around the world.
A spellbinding set from avant-garde violinist and singer-songwriter Sudan Archives.
An exhilarating set from London's rising jazz-fusion quintet.
Closing day two of BBC Four’s Glastonbury coverage is one of the world’s top DJs, one Norman Quentin Cook, better known to the masses as Fatboy Slim. In a career that spans more than 25 years of banging club hits, remixes, and numerous awards, his set is a guaranteed floor filler - albeit in a Somerset field. Right here, right now is where you want to be.
The influential 80s dance act take over the Park Stage.
Fresh beats and effortless flow from Bermondsey's rising rapper.
The acclaimed rapper brings heartfelt lyrics and catchy hits to Worthy Farm.
Musical mayhem from Manchester's most exciting rising rapper.
A high energy set by the young rapper from Shepherds Bush.
Headlining the Other Stage on Saturday night.
Måneskin perform I Wanna Be Your Slave at Glastonbury 2023.
RAYE performs Oscar Winning Tears at Glastonbury 2023.
Tom Grennan performs Remind Me at Glastonbury 2023.
Manic Street Preachers perform If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next at Glastonbury 2023.
Amadou & Mariam perform Boufou Safou at Glastonbury 2023.
Aitch performs Baby at Glastonbury 2023.
Central Cee and x Dave perform Sprinter at Glastonbury 2023.
Christine And The Queens performs To Be Honest at Glastonbury 2023.
Fatboy Slim performs Praising You (Feat. Rita Ora) at Glastonbury 2023.
Lana Del Rey performs Born to Die at Glastonbury 2023.
Lana Del Rey performs The Grants at Glastonbury 2023.
Rick Astley performs Never Gonna Give You Up at Glastonbury 2023.
The Pretenders perform Tattooed Love Boys at Glastonbury 2023.
Lizzo performs Truth Hurts at Glastonbury 2023.
Lizzo performs Special at Glastonbury 2023.
Guns N' Roses perform Paradise City (Featuring Dave Grohl) at Glastonbury 2023.
Lauren Laverne presents two performances from the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury. Rick Astley visits Worthy Farm for the very first time, leading a mass sing-a-long as the 80s icon belts out some of his massive bangers, including Never Gonna Give You Up and Together Forever. New York punk pop legends Blondie return to the festival as frontwoman Debbie Harry, one of the most iconic women in music, leads the band through many classic hits from their five decade-long career.
Clara Amfo, Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders are live from the third and final day of Glastonbury Festival, introducing one of the most loved moments and coveted sets of the weekend in the tea-time Legends slot. This year it’s the turn of British folk singer-songwriter Yusuf/Cat Stevens, who first shot to fame in the late 1960s with his top ten album Matthew & Son. From the Other Stage, chart-topping pop vocal powerhouse Becky Hill makes her debut with a spectacular show to bring the dancefloor to the fields of Worthy Farm. Plus a couple of live performances in the studio, and a chat with the Bristol Reggae Orchestra and Windrush Choir, who are the day's opening act on the Pyramid Stage.
Huw Stephens takes the helm for a double bill, which begins with country music, courtesy of The Chicks, who make their Glastonbury debut. Having formed in 1989 in Dallas, performing bluegrass and country standards, The Chicks have evolved over the years and developed a more contemporary sound, with politically charged lyrics, leading the way as country music’s new generation. From The Other Stage is Dermot Kennedy, the Irish singer-songwriter who has gone from busking to a few in Dublin to performing in front of thousands across the globe. Marking his second return to Glastonbury, in the midst of a North American tour and with two number one albums under his belt - Without Fear and the follow-up, Sonder - the show highlights just what a musical force of nature Dermot Kennedy is on stage.
Jamz Supernova introduces an hour from Glastonbury filled with reggae and soul, all from the West Holts stage. First up is Jamaica’s 80s dancehall/reggae star Barrington Levy, whose distinctive voice brings the JA vibes to Pilton. Then it's Candi Staton, a woman the club kids will know for the anthemic You Got the Love, while the former club kids and their parents will recall Young Hearts Run Free.
Clara Amfo, Lauren Laverne, Jack Saunders and Jo Whiley present an important moment in the history of Glastonbury Festival and British music – Elton John’s last ever UK show. The rocket man arrives in the fields of Worthy Farm to make his debut, and what a debut it will be, headlining the Pyramid Stage and closing an amazing weekend of live music. With a career of hits spanning over five decades, it’s guaranteed to be a spectacular and emotional swansong to one of the world’s greatest showmen.
For the closing hours of this year’s festival, Huw Stephens and Glastonbury will not be going quietly as tonight’s performances are all rocking and rolling from the Other Stage. First up, and originally from the east coast of America, with a synth and guitar approach to rock and roll, The War on Drugs wow the crowd with their hypnotic neo-psychedelic live experience. They are followed by fellow Americans, from the west coast of Seattle, Queens of the Stone Age, who have just released their eighth studio album, In Times New Roman...
As Glastonbury Festival comes to a close, Clara Amfo, Jack Saunders and Jo Whiley are live behind the Pyramid Stage, taking a look back on a weekend of exceptional live music. After a moment reflecting on Elton’s triumphant set, they introduce highlights of the other Sunday night headliners, including French synth-pop stalwarts Phoenix, who close the Woodsies Stage, and London trio Rudimental, who have the crowd bouncing over at West Holts. Plus one last unique, intimate performance, and a look back at a couple of special highlights from across the weekend.
A hardcore set from American rock royalty.
Classic country music from the Dallas trio formerly known as Dixie Chicks
Disco classics from an American icon - at the age of 83!
The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist takes on Glastonbury 2023's Legends slot.
Talk about a Sunday Girl! Blondie pull out all the stops on Sunday's Pyramid Stage.
The Rocketman himself closes Glastonbury Festival with an electric headline set.
The South London singer-songwriter performs a set of genre-blending pop.
Expect dancefloor fillers and spectacular vocals from dance music's most prolific singer.
Soulful contemporary R&B from Leicestershire.
Powerhouse vocals and passionate songs from an Irish singer-songwriter.
Pure star power and mesmerising, innovative pop from a New York singer.
An unmissable set from an American country rap megastar.
Expert guitarwork from a heartland rock band from Philadelphia.
A raucous set from a rising UK rock duo.
Experimental, verbose post-punk from a Cambridgeshire six-piece.
Dark indie guitar rock from a Birmingham six-piece.
The Berkshire shoegaze band bring over three decades of music to Worthy Farm.
Soaring vocals and immaculate harmonies from an all-female indie four-piece.
Discover hunnu rock from a Mongolian folk metal band.
The Mercury Prize-winning indie rock band close the Park Stage.
A unique jazz quartet which started out as the house band for a Brixton venue.
The Swedish six-piece deliver a set of shrewd punk music.
French pop rock band deliver new tracks and old hits.
Soul-infused blues rock from Melbourne siblings Josh and Sam Teskey.
The Jamaican reggae and dancehall legend gets the crowd moving.
The Ghent-based duo perform a genre-blending set of multilingual electropop.
Velvety vocals and textured, timeless chamber pop.
The exciting new solo project from the vocalist of renowned electronic duo Goldfrapp.
Pure fire from Brooklyn's rap sensation.
Alison Goldfrapp performs So Hard So Hot at Glastonbury 2023.
Cat Burns performs you don't love me anymore at Glastonbury 2023.
Becky Hill performs Side Effects at Glastonbury 2023.
Dermot Kennedy performs Kiss Me at Glastonbury 2023.
Editors perform Munich at Glastonbury 2023.
Elton John performs Rocket Man at Glastonbury 2023.
Rudimental perform Waiting All Night at Glastonbury 2023.
Queens Of The Stone Age performs No One Knows at Glastonbury 2023.
Lil Nas X performs Industry Baby (feat. Jack Harlow) at Glastonbury 2023.
Blondie perform Atomic at Glastonbury 2023.
Yusuf / Cat Stevens performs Wild World at Glastonbury 2023.
Unmissable moments from Glastonbury 2023.
Bringing you this year's epic headliners and legends from Worthy Farm
Pure Pop Perfection from Glastonbury 2023
Expect banger after banger from this DnB trio.
A look back at the epic 2023 Glastonbury Festival, where the likes of Elton John, Lizzo, Arctic Monkeys, Guns N’ Roses, Kelis, Lewis Capaldi, Blondie, Rick Astley and many more all took to the stage in a memorable return to Worthy Farm.
Get moving to these must-see dance moments.
The best beats and bars from this years festival weekend
Riffs, strums and shreddin' - get your Glasto guitar fix.
Be curious and discover some Glastonbury magic.
Interactive stream with performances from Day 1 of the Other Stage: The Maccabees The View White Lies Friendly Fires Lady Gaga The Ting Tings Bloc Party The Maccabees:- Can You Give It Precious Time Young Lions Lego Mary First Love Love You Better The View- Glass Smash Wasted Little DJs 5Rebbeccas Face For The Radio Give Back The Sun Same Jeans Superstar Tradesman Shock Horror White Lies: - To Lose My Life Taxidermy Farewell To The Fairground Unfinished Business The Price Of Love Dancing In The Dark Death Friendly Fires:- Lovestick Jump In The Pool Skeleton Boy In The Hospital Paris Ex Lover
The iconic artists that have been booked to play the Glastonbury Festival have often been the talking point each year. A look back at performances from the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey, Tony Bennett, Neil Diamond, Al Green, Willie Nelson, BB King, Johnny Cash, and of course 2014's appearance by the Queen of Country, Dolly Parton. Johnny Cash - Ring Of Fire Tony Bennett - Laughing at Life Al Green - Take Me To The River Willie Nelson - Always On My Mind Isaac Hayes - Theme From Shaft James Brown - I Feel Good Brian Wilson - Good Vibrations Shirley Bassey - Big Spender Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline Tom Jones - The Green Green Grass Of Home Ray Davies - All Day and All of the Night B.B. King - Key To The Highway Paul Simon - You Can Call Me Al Kenny Rogers - The Gambler Dolly Parton - 9 to 5
With a week to go before Glastonbury 2019 and after a fallow year at Worthy Farm, Edith Bowman narrates this affectionate but witty A-Z of 25 years’ worth of Pyramid Stage headliner action since television cameras first came to Pilton in 1994. Tracking the festival’s emergence as a global stage featuring the biggest names in popular music across a variety of genres this retrospective celebration blends archive clips and backstage testimony alongside new interviews with the likes of Damon Albarn, Liam Gallagher, Skunk Anansie’s Skin, Chemical Brothers, Jarvis Cocker and the Eavis family. If A is for Arctic Monkeys and Adele, B is for Britpop, D is surely for dance and didgeridoo, courtesy of The Levellers, while Z takes us back to 2000 and the remaining letters of the alphabet caption a rollercoaster ride across some 60 epochal headline sets as stars waxed and very occasionally waned, crowds surged and sang along and history was made, come rain or shine, beneath a West Country moon.
As the country that created karaoke, you can be sure that the Japanese will take musical mimickery to the next level. In My Hero: The Japanese Radiohead, we'll get exclusive access to this incredible world of ultra tribute bands, where every guitar lick, drum roll and facial expression is obsessively copied down to the last detail. But even that's not enough for Yokohama's version of Radiohead. In the ultimate act of tribute band dedication, they teamed up with a gifted craftsman to make a rare, vintage keyboard for Johnny Greenwood to perform with at Glastonbury.
Billy Bragg describes how political activism came to the fore at Glastonbury Festival in the 1980s.
Broadcaster and film fan Edith Bowman introduces Julien Temple's acclaimed film celebrating and documenting the history of the Glastonbury Festival. Featuring footage captured from 35 years of the festival, including performances by David Bowie, Radiohead, Morrissey, Coldplay amongst many others, the film brilliantly captures the essence of this unique three-day rollercoaster ride of music, madness and mud! It's the next best thing to being there!