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The iconic artist, known for hits like "Maggie May" and "Sailing," is brimming with excitement to perform for audiences once again at the renowned festival.
Rod Stewart has been officially announced as the headliner for Glastonbury Festival's legends slot in 2025, marking his return to the stage more than two decades since his last appearance in 2002. Stewart, one of the best-selling artists in music history, expressed his enthusiasm, stating he feels "proud, ready, and more than able" to entertain fans when he performs in June.The 79-year-old artist joins a list of past legends, such as Dolly Parton and Kylie Minogue, ensuring that the coveted Sunday teatime slot will be packed with his finest classics, including "Hot Legs" and "I Don't Wanna Talk About It." This performance takes on even greater significance as he will be the first artist to headline the festival and receive the legends billing, a milestone particularly notable after announcing he will retire from large-scale world tours at the end of 2025.Glastonbury's Sunday slot is one of the festival's most attended moments, promising an enthusiastic crowd. Stewart's last performance at the festival saw ticket prices at £97; however, this year, they soared to £373.50, reflecting the festival's evolution over the years.During his last performance, the audience was initially hesitant, but Stewart quickly won them over with lively renditions of his chart-toppers. Road-testing a "superfence" to curb gatecrashing as part of the festival's security, Stewart welcomed the orderly atmosphere. His set ended with a spectacular singalong to "Sailing," culminating in a fireworks display above the Pyramid Stage.As the first confirmed act for Glastonbury 2025, which runs from June 25 to 29 at Worthy Farm in Somerset, speculation surrounds other potential headliners, including Sam Fender and Eminem. Although tickets for the festival sold out rapidly at £373.50 each, a limited number of resale tickets will be available in early 2024, making it an opportunity not to be missed by fans of live music.
