With the end of June comes the start of Glastonbury and for a week the newspapers, TV and social media are monopolised. After attending the festival, it is possible to argue it deserves this coverage; it truly is one of the most diverse and fascinating festivals in the world – although I might not be agreeing if I was sat at home having to endure the constant reminder I didn’t get tickets.
However, inevitably, as with all festivals, there is one question that is discussed across all media and can often cause a fierce debate between even the best of friends and that is;
‘So…which act was the best?’
Arguably, the answer is clear. On Saturday night, the Pyramid Stage was honoured and the crowd humbled as the world’s greatest rock star graced us with his presence. Ladies and gentlemen, can there be any other who claims the title rather than Kayne West? Now, whilst I absolutely loved his set, his self-proclamation may not be entirely correct. His performance was extremely enjoyable however it was only one of the many memorable moments Glastonbury offered.
For example, Lionel Richie filled this year’s legend slot and it has been reported that the field was filled with 100,000 people – making it the most attended show of Glastonbury’s history. Furthermore, not many could dispute the wonderful atmosphere; not only did Lionel bring the California sunshine but he prompted the passionate chants of a hundred thousand. Never has a line been as accurate as when the crowd swayed in the sunshine to ‘Easy like Sunday morning’ (okay, it was afternoon but still). However, yet again, can his performance be rightfully deemed as the best? I could discuss The Who, Florence, The Libertines, Mark Ronson, Jamie T and so, so many more and they would all have provided a highlight of Glastonbury 2015.
And that is the beauty of Glastonbury. It is the reason people are obsessed. It is the festival for everyone. You could even forget the music completely and wander around for the entire time and never, ever be bored.
My legends of Glastonbury include the team making bow and arrows in The Green Fields, the random band who sang me to pure relaxation in the Acoustic Tent and, perhaps most importantly, the people of the Yorkshire Pudding food van. Thanks Glastonbury for another wonderful year and to every single act of the festival that made it possible.