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11 minutes ago, km9 said:
Some people on here are so hard to please. I don't think they realise that by knocking every suggestion that doesn't suit their exacting needs they are just feeding this never ending cycle of dissatisfaction. The festival is not there solely to entertain you and you alone, at some point you will have to accept that a headliner will not be your cup of tea.
The festival has many stages, and acts tend to play in slots that are appropriate to their standing/popularity. There are many acts that can headline slightly smaller festivals (The National, Pet Shop Boys, Nick Cave etc), or maybe headlined The Pyramid years ago when they were more popular than they are now, or before the festival got as huge as it currently is (New Order, The Chems etc) and are a natural shoe in to headline The Other. There is a natural order to things are Glasto, and usually they get it right. A lot of Pyramid headliners don't do much for me, but I rarely think they make poor bookings in that spot
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16 minutes ago, matrainertje said:
You'd think so? I have no idea how big they are but it seems like they had their biggest tour to date last year, selling out bigger venues than they normally do.
But they'll probably headline Other Stage, which would be perfect for them.
That's the level they're at. When they played the Pyramid in 2017 it was to a significantly smaller crowd than the previous act (Katy Perry) and the act that followed (Foos)
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9 minutes ago, matrainertje said:
The National would definitely benefit from closing a stage. But it will be the Other Stage.
Yet, I would be wild to see them headline the Pyramid. They can pull it off, even after that 2017 thing.
Depends how you define 'pull it off'. I'm sure their fans would love it, but it would be in front of the smallest crowd for a Pyramid headliner for many years.
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I was actually at this one, Christmas present for my parents as my dad was a fan. Would have been magic on a Sunday afternoon on the Pyramid
Frank Sinatra Concert Setlist at Royal Albert Hall, London on May 28, 1992 | setlist.fm
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Although there is perhaps some credence to this one given how quickly Emily refuted that these weren't the three headliners.
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2 hours ago, glimmers_of_hope said:
I also think what you've posted .....however, I just posted this in the killers thread....https://www.nme.com/news/music/the-killers-brandon-flowers-interview-rebel-diamonds-tour-new-album-solo-band-hot-fuss-3560425
Maybe you could pop up at Glastonbury again?
“Yeah, sure!”
It looks more definite than it probably really is, but it has to at least be possible based on his answer.
I wouldn’t read anything into it. He’s hardly likely to say “no, never”
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7 minutes ago, doogie said:
Has Pink been ruled out for the Sunday?
Free on the Sunday, however she's playing Glasgow the Friday and Saturday, and seemingly isn't doing three on the bounce.
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The White Stripes
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22 hours ago, gooner1990 said:
Dolly is on BBC2 at 10pm Christmas Day! 😄
The Dolly and the Kylie 🧑🏼🎄
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4 hours ago, Avalon_Fields said:
Is it now just Macca left on the Band on the Run album cover?
Think John Conteh’s still with us
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I meant these, which aren’t so easy to ride
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That line-up certainly backs up the Guardian's claim that festival promoters are finding it difficult to book big names
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8 hours ago, Suprefan said:
Flags are worse. They ruin the tv broadcast.
At least they have some aesthetic quality, unlike those inflatable animals etc that attention whores use
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4 hours ago, Suprefan said:
It was a good day
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I remember when they were rumoured a few years back, there was a guy on another forum with connections to Pearl Jam who said they’d never play a festival where they weren’t announced early enough for their fan base to get tickets
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Shane was undoubtedly one of the great songwriters, it's a pity his health impacted his ability so much, but what a body of work to leave. And the Pogues in their prime were a great night out. Saw them on the Pyramid a few times too.
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1 hour ago, Hugh Jass II said:
Is "pleasing the locals" really a thing?
Is it bollocks, it’s one of the e-fests myths. Given the small number of Sunday tickets available for locals (can’t remember if it’s 5k or 10k), I really don’t think they’re going to engineer the Sunday line up to cater for them
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1 hour ago, stuie said:
It’s the same as other gig/fest etiquette and generally not being a dick. Most people will snap a couple of pics and maybe a 20 second vid of their fave song but brightness down and try not to get in the way.
It’s a weird one because when there’s a gig I wanted to go to but couldn’t make it, I’ll be looking on the socials for content from it!
But people who literally film the whole thing without actually engaging in it just make me scratch my head.
Agreed. My position is this; in general I feel that people should be able to enjoy a gig how they see fit, without too much interference. That said, I do wish people would have more consideration for others behind them. I do take the odd photo, but rarely hold the phone/camera above head height. I've now got an extensive library of concert photos. I'm not a fan of artists imposing a no-photography policy, and wouldn't go to one where you're expected to hand in your phone before you enter the music hall (quite rare admittedly, but it does happen). In short, don't be a dick.
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Premier Events is one option. They are a legit company (albeit potentially morally dubious) offering hospitality and secondary market tickets for all sorts, including sports etc. They've been on the go for decades, (I've used them one or twice) and are not scammers. They sell Glasto hospitality tickets, but I'd imagine with a hefty mark-up
Glastonbury Festival Hospitality "VIP" Experience Tickets with Premier Events
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2 hours ago, Gnomicide said:
Yes he was, and it was great.
Saxon though... urgh. One good song.
Plenty of bangers on Strong Arm of the Law. Sixth Form Girls hasn't aged very well though 😬
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46 minutes ago, Gnomicide said:
She's playing Bournemouth on the Sunday, only has Friday free and it would mean 4 on the bounce.
If they got their sh*t together, Gladys and the Pips could jump in the back of the Transit and peg it down the A303 in time for their Bournemouth gig
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4 minutes ago, Wooderson said:
Ye reckon? Think all the albums after Be Here Now sound pretty much the same. Shite.
Be Here Now had its moments of shiteness too
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1 minute ago, Krisesk said:
My Other Stage headliner predictions...
Prodigy
Smashing Pumpkins
The National
Something for everyone there
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2 minutes ago, Ryan1984 said:
It was a main story on the BBC News alongside the Madge rumours to get it even more in the public domain.
Obviously I’m aware of why the sale was postponed, primarily because some people’s accounts got deleted. I’m not convinced it’s resulted in significantly more ‘new’ people attempting for tickets today
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The Hundred Monkeys cafe halfway up the High St is a regular venue for lunch when we're visiting, all the better when the sun's out and you can sit in the courtyard