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Overview
The main linup cheat sheets are available in a separate post
Find the gems in the artists. TIL:
- ??Did you know Roy Harper had shout outs from Led Zepplin??
- Dhani Harrison is son of Beatle George Harrison
- Hugh Cornwall is frontman from The Stanglers
- Jeremy Loops is a One Man Band from South Africa
Many thanks to peeps on OOFestivals Discord #glasto-lineup-chat
I used GenAI to make these, after I ran a competition to see which LLM did best (Claude, Grok and Gemini did well)
Strong YES for 🎉The Bootleg Beatles🎉, who are simply amazing. I’ve seen them a couple of times at Glasto and outside Glasto too. They’re just that good.
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Glastonbury released their initial lineup on 22nd March 2025.
📅 Friday 📅
Artist | Genre | Launch Year | Country | Notable Works | Instruments | Artist Profile |
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Ani DiFranco | Folk Rock, Alternative | 1990 | USA | “Both Hands,” “32 Flavors,” “Untouchable Face” | Guitar, vocals | Fiercely independent artist who founded Righteous Babe Records at age 19. Known for politically charged lyrics and unique guitar techniques with unconventional tunings. Has collaborated with Prince, Bruce Springsteen, and Pete Seeger. |
The Searchers | Beat, Merseybeat | 1957 | UK | “Needles and Pins,” “Sugar and Spice,” “When You Walk in the Room” | Guitars, bass, drums, vocals | Pioneering Liverpool band from the British Invasion era. Influenced bands like The Byrds with their jangling 12-string guitar sound. One of the few surviving groups from that era, though with lineup changes. |
Dhani Harrison | Alternative Rock, Psychedelic | 2002 | UK | “Beautiful Creatures,” work with thenewno2, Fistful of Mercy | Guitar, keyboards, vocals | Son of Beatle George Harrison who completed his father’s final album “Brainwashed.” Has collaborated with Jeff Lynne, Eric Clapton, and Jakob Dylan. Combines traditional rock with electronic elements. |
Billie Marten | Folk, Indie | 2014 | UK | “Bird,” “Heavy Weather,” “Lionhearted” | Guitar, piano, vocals | Released her first EP at 15. Known for ethereal vocals and introspective lyrics. Nominated for BBC Sound of 2016. Her delicate style draws comparisons to Nick Drake and Laura Marling. |
Skerryvore | Celtic Rock, Folk | 2005 | Scotland | “Walk With Me,” “The Ginger Grouse,” “Live Forever” | Bagpipes, accordion, fiddle, guitars | Formed in Tiree, they blend traditional Scottish music with contemporary rock. Won Scotland’s Traditional Music Live Act of the Year twice. Known for high-energy performances that get crowds dancing. |
Hugh Cornwell | Punk, New Wave | 1974 (solo: 1990) | UK | With The Stranglers: “Golden Brown,” “No More Heroes.” Solo: “Monster” | Guitar, vocals | Former frontman of punk pioneers The Stranglers. His literary lyrics set him apart from other punk vocalists. His solo acoustic shows feature stripped-down versions of Stranglers classics alongside new material. |
Gabrielle Aplin | Folk Pop, Indie Pop | 2008 | UK | “The Power of Love,” “Please Don’t Say You Love Me,” “Home” | Piano, guitar, vocals | Rose to fame after her cover of Frankie Goes to Hollywood’s “The Power of Love” was featured in a John Lewis Christmas ad. Has collaborated with Bastille and Hannah Grace. Combines folk roots with contemporary pop production. |
Tift Merritt | Alt-Country, Americana | 2002 | USA | “Traveling Alone,” “Good Hearted Man,” “Stitch of the World” | Guitar, piano, vocals | Grammy-nominated artist who has collaborated with Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird. Combines country, folk and soul with poetic songwriting. Praised by Emmylou Harris as “a diamond in a coal mine.” |
Nadia Reid | Folk, Indie | 2014 | New Zealand | “Call the Days,” “Richard,” “Get the Devil Out” | Guitar, vocals | Critically acclaimed for her intimate, confessional songwriting. Her album “Preservation” was listed in Mojo’s top albums of 2017. Has toured with Ryan Adams and performed at major international festivals. |
Our Man in the Field | Americana, Folk | 2017 | UK | “Thin (I Used To Be Bulletproof),” “It Was Ever So,” “Easy Going Smile” | Guitar, vocals | Project of Alexander Ellis, featuring cinematic, nostalgic songwriting. Draws comparisons to Townes Van Zandt and John Martyn. Known for evocative storytelling and atmospheric live performances. |
📅 Saturday 📅
Artist | Genre | Launch Year | Country | Notable Works | Instruments | Artist Highlights |
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Nick Lowe | Rock, Power Pop, New Wave | 1967 | UK | “Cruel to Be Kind,” “I Love the Sound of Breaking Glass,” produced Elvis Costello’s early albums | Guitar, Bass, Vocals | Known as “The Jesus of Cool,” Nick was a pivotal figure in the pub rock and new wave scenes. His production work with Elvis Costello created some of the most influential albums of the era. His witty lyrics and effortless cool make him a living legend who has influenced countless artists. |
Hothouse Flowers | Rock, Folk, Soul | 1985 | Ireland | “Don’t Go,” “I Can See Clearly Now,” “Give It Up” | Piano, Guitar, Fiddle, Vocals | Liam Ó Maonlaí’s soulful vocals and their unique blend of traditional Irish music with rock and soul create an electrifying live experience. They famously performed at the opening ceremony of the 1990 World Cup and collaborated with U2 producer Brian Eno. |
Jeremy Loops | Folk, Indie Folk | 2011 | South Africa | “Down South,” “Waves,” “Gold” | Guitar, Harmonica, Loop Pedal, Vocals | A modern one-man-band utilizing loop pedals to create rich, layered sounds live. His background as an environmentalist and sailor brings authenticity to his ocean-inspired lyrics. Has collaborated with Jake Gosling (Ed Sheeran’s producer) and brings incredible energy to live shows. |
The Coronas | Indie Rock, Alternative | 2003 | Ireland | “San Diego Song,” “Heroes or Ghosts,” “Mark My Words” | Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano | Despite sharing a name with the pandemic, they’ve shown resilience and humor. Lead singer Danny O’Reilly (son of Mary Black) brings heartfelt lyrics and powerful vocals. They’ve sold out Dublin’s 13,000-capacity 3Arena, showing their massive Irish following. |
The Bluebells | Jangle Pop, Post-Punk | 1981 | UK (Scotland) | “Young at Heart,” “Cath,” “I’m Falling” | Guitar, Bass, Violin, Vocals | Their hit “Young at Heart” features violin from Bobby Valentino and reached #1 in 1993 after being featured in a VW commercial. The band’s short-lived but influential career bridged post-punk and indie pop, with a folk-influenced sound that helped define ’80s Scottish music. |
Not Completely Unknown: A Celebration of Bob Dylan | Folk, Rock | N/A | Various Artists | Various Bob Dylan covers | Guitar, Harmonica, Vocals | A special collaborative performance celebrating the legendary Bob Dylan’s catalog. With multiple special guests performing their interpretations of Dylan classics, this unique showcase promises rare collaborative moments and fresh takes on iconic songs. |
Sophie B. Hawkins | Pop, Folk, Rock | 1992 | USA | “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover,” “As I Lay Me Down,” “Right Beside You” | Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Vocals | Her breakthrough hit “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” was controversial for its sexual themes. Sophie’s powerful vocals and confessional songwriting style earned her a devoted following. She’s also known for her environmental and LGBTQ+ activism. |
Oisin Leech | Folk, Americana | Early 2000s | Ireland | Work with The Lost Brothers: “New Songs of Dawn and Dust,” “Halfway Towards A Healing” | Guitar, Vocals | One half of acclaimed duo The Lost Brothers, Oisin’s gentle vocals and intricate guitar work create a hypnotic live experience. Has collaborated with Brendan Benson of The Raconteurs and recorded at Nashville’s Analogue Cabin Studio. |
Lorraine Nash | Folk, Indie | 2020 | Ireland | “Wildflower,” “Winter Sun” EP | Guitar, Piano, Vocals | An emerging voice in the Irish folk scene whose delicate vocals and poetic lyrics have earned comparisons to Laura Marling. Winner of the Ireland Music Week showcase and has been championed by RTE Radio 1, showing her rising status in Irish music. |
Henry Grace | Folk, Americana | 2015 | UK | “Hometown,” “What We’ve Become” | Guitar, Vocals | After relocating to Los Angeles from England, Henry developed a sound that blends British folk traditions with Laurel Canyon influences. His intimate performances and storytelling create a direct connection with audiences. Has opened for artists like Gill Landry of Old Crow Medicine Show. |
📅 Sunday 📅
Artist | Genre | Launch Year | Country | Notable Works | Instruments | Artist Highlights |
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Roy Harper | Folk Rock/Progressive Folk | 1966 | England | “Stormcock” (1971), “HQ” (1975), “Flat Baroque and Berserk” (1970) | Acoustic guitar, vocals | Led Zeppelin named “Hats Off to (Roy) Harper” after him on Led Zeppelin III. Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour and Jimmy Page have both collaborated with him. His 23-minute epic “The Same Old Rock” is considered a folk masterpiece. |
The Bootleg Beatles | Beatles Tribute Band | 1980 | England | Perform Beatles catalog including “Sgt. Pepper’s,” “Abbey Road” | Guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, vocals | The world’s premier Beatles tribute act with authentic instruments, costumes, and mannerisms. They’ve performed over 4,000 shows worldwide including at Glastonbury previously. They’ve been endorsed by George Martin, the Beatles’ producer. |
Rhiannon Giddens with Dirk Powell | Folk/Americana/Roots | 2005 (Giddens with Carolina Chocolate Drops) | USA | “Freedom Highway,” “There Is No Other,” “They’re Calling Me Home” | Banjo, fiddle, vocals | MacArthur “Genius” Grant winner. Giddens is known for reviving and reinterpreting historical African American folk traditions. Her collaboration with multi-instrumentalist Dirk Powell brings together Appalachian and Creole influences. She also starred in the TV show “Nashville.” |
London Community Gospel Choir | Gospel | 1982 | England | “Fill My Cup,” collaborations with Madonna, Gorillaz | Vocal ensemble | Pioneered British gospel music; performed at major events including previous Glastonbury festivals. They’ve collaborated with artists ranging from Kylie Minogue to Tina Turner and backed Adele on her hit “Rolling in the Deep.” |
PP Arnold | Soul/R&B | 1967 | USA | “The First Cut Is the Deepest,” “Angel of the Morning” | Vocals | Former Ikette with Ike & Tina Turner who became a British soul icon. Worked with the Small Faces, Rod Stewart, and Barry Gibb. Her voice adorns classics like “Tin Soldier.” In later years, she collaborated with Ocean Colour Scene and Primal Scream, bridging generations. |
The Riptide Movement | Rock/Folk Rock | 2006 | Ireland | “All Works Out,” “Elephant in the Room” | Guitar, bass, drums, harmonica | Environmentally conscious band whose music appeared in numerous ad campaigns. Their grassroots approach saw them rise from Dublin street performers to main stages. Their energetic live shows blend traditional Irish influences with modern rock. |
Michele Stodart | Folk/Americana | 2012 (solo) | Trinidad-born, UK-based | “Wide-Eyed Crossing,” “Pieces” | Guitar, bass, vocals | Best known as bassist/vocalist of The Magic Numbers before launching her solo career. Her intimate solo performances reveal deeply personal songwriting. Her multicultural background informs her unique blend of folk traditions. |
The Henry Girls | Celtic Folk/Americana | 2002 | Ireland | “December Moon,” “Far Beyond the Stars” | Fiddle, harp, accordion, vocals | Three sisters from Donegal combining traditional Irish music with Americana. Known for pristine three-part harmonies and multi-instrumentalism. They’ve collaborated with Grammy winner Mary Chapin Carpenter and toured with the legendary Chieftains. |
Dawn Landes & Friends Perform The Liberated Woman’s Songbook | Folk/Americana | 2005 (Landes solo) | USA | “Bluebird,” “Try To Make a Fire Burn Again” | Guitar, vocals | Known for crystalline vocals and collaborations with Justin Townes Earle. Her “Liberated Woman’s Songbook” project resurrects and celebrates overlooked female songwriters from the 60s and 70s. She’s also scored films and written a musical about the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic. |