In a historic Glastonbury moment, Elton John delivered a headline performance that will be remembered as one of the greatest in the festival’s history. With an enormous crowd that surpassed recent years, the 76-year-old music icon took to the stage at Worthy Farm, Somerset, following an uplifting set by Yusuf/Cat Stevens, who enchanted fans with beloved tunes like “Wild World” and “Father and Son.”
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The esteemed folk singer-songwriter, accompanied by his band, graced the coveted Legends Slot, an honor previously bestowed upon legendary artists such as Lionel Richie, Kylie Minogue, and Dolly Parton. During his performance, he also gave a special birthday shout-out to his devoted fan and comedian Ricky Gervais, before delighting the audience with “Tea for the Tillerman.”
At 9 pm, Elton John launched into his set with a selection of his most iconic songs, including his renowned 1975 rendition of “Pinball Wizard” and the timeless “Benny and the Jets.” From the moment he took his place at the piano, the show became an electrifying burst of euphoria delivered by one of the world’s greatest living entertainers.
The audience was treated to surprise appearances by Brandon Flowers, the frontman of The Killers, as well as Jacob Lusk, the talented singer from Gabriels. The inclusion of these guest performers added an extra layer of excitement to an already sensational performance by Elton John.