Led Zep to replace U2?

[st00ka]

Exactly. And who's bigger than McCartney. Not many.

[ukslim]

it's an interesting point, but don't you think that kinda rules out any bands/artists that span decades? if the stones played, for example?

[philly_eds]

the thought of Led Zep headlining Glato... BONER time!!!

[Sipperana]

Even though they are past their best (let's be honest, everyone) even a half-decent Zep would probably make my genitals explode with delight. And it would more than make up for the 2.5 hours I spent watching the execrable Whole Lotta Led earlier this year.

[_danny_]

The decade-spanning artists that continue to work are the ones that were never about that cock-oriented posturing in the first place

[Monkismo]

I reckon the only feasible choice would be Macca but you'd have to feel for the poor old Bootleg Beatles playing to no one at the Acoustic tent if that did happen. Unless they played with him (what would Bootleg Paul do though?).

[budvar]

From his comments in the past I suggest that ME will have tried to get Led Zep for this year and failed. Doesn't mean he won't try again now. Personally I think Coldplay are the most likely to receive the phonecall and the most likely to say yes.

[jamseyboy]

No U2

Replacement bands :

Dizze Rascal......not sure about headliner quality

Mccartney.......yes please

Led Zep......Wow with extra wow!

Bowie....too much to hope

Arcade Fire.......pleeeeeese

Faces .......with Mick Huchnall

Coldplay....happy with this option

Rolling Stones

Flaming Lips

[judyblue110]

I am. About a foot taller and six stone heavier I reckon.

[jameshunt]

I reckon the only feasible choice would be Macca but you'd have to feel for the poor old Bootleg Beatles playing to no one at the Acoustic tent if that did happen. Unless they played with him (what would Bootleg Paul do though?).

[pogal]

Gutted about U2 if I'm honest, I think it would have been something special I reckon'...

However, the Led Zep comments regarding Plant and Page have all proved correct so far, although it would be immense.

Macca? Depends on the Hyde Park contract I presume, same with Arcade Fire with Reading, both of whom would be decent replacements.

I would also have to concur with the above who said Coldplay look the likeliets a. to be asked and b. to say yes... They're good old Glasto lovers aren't they?!

Radiohead have been on a one way ticket to yawnsville for far too long.

[Macca3031]

Macca may be OK contractually as he's doing HRC, IOW and touring. I'm guessing he thought 2004 would be his one and only Glasto, makes it more special that way. Certainly I don't think he thought he would be back so soon.

[Serj Trouserdale]

Which bit of what I said is untrue?

[ivan]

I bet they ask Basement Jaxx again !

I think you can forget any act such Zep that are not currently active , not enough time to

get crew and stuff and rehearse and be ready for a proper show.

I think they will either use someone already there and bump em up or pick a current touring act.

[cejx]

I bet they ask Basement Jaxx again !

I think you can forget any act such Zep that are not currently active , not enough time to

get crew and stuff and rehearse and be ready for a proper show.

I think they will either use someone already there and bump em up or pick a current touring act.

[r_eg]

I wonder if Paul McCartney was asked originally? Being the 40th Anniversary and all that. Im gutted U2 won't be there, but in a way grateful I now can see the Flaming Lips! The only bands that would draw me to the Pyramid would be Stones/Macca/Bowie/LedZep/White Stripes/Radiohead and I'm not sure how likely most of them could be

I'd say Coldplay will play this year, as I'm sure Chris Martin would love to think he could replace U2, or even Gorrilaz

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[MEGABOWL]

Most people want to see it...... and you are prejudice.

[sammysundae]

it will be dizzee rascal. whoever it is, i think very strongly that it should be completely unannounced. that would be awesome. especially if the DID get someone good.

[02dsouzad]

Prince would be amaaaazing.

Gorillaz are touring at the moment, just played Coachella and would certainly be hugely popular.

Any chance of White Stripes getting in on it? They never need much rehearsal/set design and are headliner quality. Plus Jack will be there already with Dead Weather.

But Zep really aren't very likely - it took them ages to prepare for their O2 show. And i thought Bowie said never again to Glasto?

[pjadnoo]

Are gorillaz able to play on a stage with such a tight schedule? Don't they need ages (as in, even longer than most bands) to set up their set, and if so, probably be tough to fit them into the existing Pyramid Stage schedule.

Led Zep would be amazing, as would Radiohead, but I'm trying not to think about it too much, so can't be disappointed if the replacement isn't great, or if it's just a shuffle with the Other Stage.

[twoflower]

Doesn't Eavis keep Supergrass in his barn just for such a situation?

[IGNITE77]

i couldn't give two shits - was planning on seeing sasha anyway...

now am worried though as if it is led zep would have to change my mind!

[Monkismo]

Are gorillaz able to play on a stage with such a tight schedule? Don't they need ages (as in, even longer than most bands) to set up their set, and if so, probably be tough to fit them into the existing Pyramid Stage schedule.

Led Zep would be amazing, as would Radiohead, but I'm trying not to think about it too much, so can't be disappointed if the replacement isn't great, or if it's just a shuffle with the Other Stage.

[youngatheart]

I don't see the Gorillaz stage setup as a problem. Dizzee won't need much as he's a couple of microphones and a set of decks so they could start setting Gorillaz up before him and finish off after.

[DaiBoyCookie]

Doesn't Eavis keep Supergrass in his barn just for such a situation?