Headline writer really should have read what Eavis said.
" People say we’re getting middle class, which is stretching it a bit far. "
I can take or leave a lot of their stuff but The Soft Bulletin is a masterpiece as far as I’m concerned. One of the best albums of the nineties.
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Can someone please help me I’m agreeing with Bazza…
Buy a ticket in 2019. It’ll solve things.
Is it really any more “middle class” than when it started? Surely it just reflects the tastes of the times. Life has moved on and so has Glastonbury. There is a reason it is so popular. Yes it has become part of the summer social scene and that is reflected by the amount of coverage given by the BBC. You get the Chelsea Flower Show, Glastonbury then Wimbledon, but that is down to its popularity. If you dont like what it has become, dont go. Simples. Summer festivals used to be free, or relatively cheap. They all seem to cost a packet now, not just Glasto, and they all seem to attract the same mix of people. Not sure really what has changed other than it is 2017 and not 1970. The very first headliners were T Rx and the Kinks. David Bowie headlined the next one in 1971. It just reflects the times.
It won’t change the fact too many middle aged people are going and the spirit of what it was has changed, Jesus Pap even the fucking owner of the gig says that and you disagree, he has been a few more times than I’ll add, I love Glastonbury BUT younger people have to go, Reading this year (I am not going either) will have far more attitude and anger in it, Glastonbury is so so mainstream now and isn’t edgy at all, its allure is its safety and theres something for everyone.
It’s supposed to be a music festival @barry-sanchez not a political rally.
I’ll concede that some people go because it’s fashinable but saying the crinklies shouldn’t go is just ridiculous.
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I’ve been to Glastonbury the last 6 years and would say there are plenty of young people at the festival. Definately was at the Boy Better Know set on the last night (Whilst all the middle aged people and kids were at Ed?) My partner first went in the early 90s and says it has changed a lot. In the early days there was an edgier feel, loads more drugs and lots of crime.
Yes Reading Festival is a lot younger. We are going this year and feel a bit old at times when we have been over the past 8 years. I first went in 2000 (I worked there for 3 years in a row). I was in my early to mid 20s then. I found the crowd quite amusing. It changed on the days depending on the headliner. But I did note that many of the ‘angry and attitudey kids’ were often picked up in their parent’s 4x4s at the end of the gig, so mainly middle class kids (I’d say it’s still the same). It’s also changed a lot. There are now a lot more stages catering for dance music so not as ‘real rock festival’ as you suggested earlier.
I see Barry, so you believe that all people of all races, creeds, religions and sexual orientations should mix freely…
but you draw the line at old people?
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So you’re disagreeing with the person who runs it then?
I would love to see a lot more young people there, who wouldn’t?
I haven’t read his article but if he thinks it should be a political rally full of angry, left-wing youngsters then, yes, I do disagree with him.
It’s a music festival, people should go for the music. If he wants a political rally in his fields then he should have the next Labour convention there.
If you are so concerned about the festival being old and middle class, why the fuck are you trying to buy a ticket next year, ya cretin?
If you are so concerned about the festival appealing to older people, what the fuck are you doing suggesting AC/DC & GnR? Both acts produced their best music before I was even born - and despite not yet being 30, I don’t fit your criteria for your quota system.
I hate to break this to you, but this “everything was better in my day” schtick ain’t nearly as original as you think. You’re a boring, hypocritical old fart. Change the record, it’s fucking boring.
The festival was fanstastic, as always. What makes Glastonbury so brilliant is the complete mix of people, of all walks of life and all ages. It’s long since been a place for all types, all performances and all genres. That’s absolutely what makes it such a strong festival.
And despite all that, the music that is edgy, and angry, and appeals to young folk (Grime) you constantly slate.
If you want a young, angry, edgy festival Leeds & Reading are the ones. I went for a day to see Kendrick (that is a man that should be headlinging, btw) a few years ago and felt horrendously out of place (I was 25/26 at the time). It’s pretty much all 16-18 year olds on their first weekend away from home, and good on 'em. It was mine too back when I was 16.
As has already being pointed out, Mr Eavis doesn’t agree with you, you’re twisting his words. Desperately reaching to try and make a point, that anyone with half an ounce of sense can see through.
In other words, you’re an old man yelling at a cloud. With absolutely no clue what the fuck you are on about.
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How would that help exactly?
Anyway, with that off my chest.
Personally, found getting down to site and in the smoothest of my 6 trips there. We left early, and arrived at about 4.30. The gates opened early at 7, and we were pitched up near Cinemagedon by 9. Lovely. For all the chat of extra security, it wasn’t on show near us. Our 20 strong crew got our bags patted down but not one of us got searched. Wednesday was a fucking chore, spent mostly chasing any bit of shade possible.
Thursday saw a second trek to the car park to pick up krGF, then when set up went down to the power ballads set at Williams Green - absolutely loads of fun. Caught up with loads of mates too, which is always nice. Then saw a bit of The Smyths, which was fun - listening to Smiths songs without having to endure that cunt Morrissey. Then a bit of mooching, checking out the newly expanded Temple for some DnB (the structure was fucking impressive) and a little cameo from Mr Eavis, before ending up at Stonebridge.
Managed to get up nice and early for the Hacienda Classical opening the Pyramid, absolutely bloody fantastic. I cannot think of a better way to open the festival, I’d be up for them being given that slot permanently. Bez dancing, and Rowetta dressed as a Bee singing You Got the Love was a truly special moment. Caught Craig Charles down in Shangri-La after, have to say he was also a real highlight. Tune after tune, a real nice vibe - and people of all ages, including families, having a good old boogie. Trekked across to John Peel for The Lemon Twigs who were good. Saw Glass Animals who were meh. Like @intiniki I went and saw Ride. Having gotten pretty big into Shoe Gaze recently, I was pretty excited about it. Managed to drag a mate who wasn’t all that keen, but actually really enjoyed them - their sound is just brilliant. Only negative was no airing of Twisterella. Then off to the xx, who had an absolutely huge crowd (of mostly kids, it should be said). Romy looked genuinely overwhelmed, but their performance was brilliant, they are really starting to come into their own - I’d have them down as potential headliners of the future. Then Radiohead, who were just stunning. The set was perfect, Airbag into 15 Step. Everything in it’s right place to Let Down. Thom’s fave, Street Spirit was epic. Starting the encore with No Surprises - the line “Bring Down the Government, they don’t speak for us” has never felt so poignant. And then even gifting fans the much maligned Creep, that guitar rattle before the chorus and the epic blokey feeling sorry for yourself chorus before finishing on Karma Police - the hairs on my neck stood to attention. The crowd chanting “For a minute there, I lost myself” as they cleared out was pure joy. Ended the night up in HMS Sweet Charity, which was utterly bonkers, in the most Glasto way. A great day all round.
Bit of a slower start on Saturday. Strolled up to the Park for Moonlandingz, who were weird - but enjoyable. Headed off to check out Craig David. I can’t claim to be his biggest fan, but fair play to him he was extremely entertaining. Complete festival fodder, was really impressed with his voice. He is a smarmy get doe. Caught Uncle Jezza who, of course, got a raptous welcome. Yes, he was preaching to the converted, but as somone who hasn’t always backed him - I thought he did well. Run The Jewels were a good choice for him to be on before. Two genuinely inspiring men, not just fantastic musicians but proper activists as well. Backed up JC well. I fancied some Reggae, so went solo to Toots & Maytals whilst the ladies saw Katy Perry and the chaps saw Liam G. Worked out well for me - bastards didn’t show up! Hung around for Avalanches who were really fun, but suffered a bit from the poor sound quality at West Holts. Caught Foos on Saturday. To be honest, I went in not as their biggest fan, but felt they’d probably put on a good show - and I’d probably never pay to see them play a stadium show. That said, from first to last they were absolutely amazing. Dave is nothing if not a showman. The old “Ringo of Nirvana” claims look fucking daft now. My Hero and Everlong I will remember for a long, long time. Managed to make it up to the Crows Nest (may have elbowed a few folks out the way en route) to catch the ‘secret’ King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard set. Security had surrounded the tent, but we managed to crawl under the tent - and ended up behind the band! Was sweaty as hell, but brilliant! Headed off to various places for some raving in various place - I think Glade, Arcadia & somewhere in Silver Hayes? Ended up doing the cliche watching the sunrise from Stone Circle, as for some reason, despite it being 5am I wasn’t nearly tired? Probably all the excitement.
Sunday was a bit of a struggle. Spent a large part of the day feeling like a zombie. Managed to get down to see Real Estate, who were pretty perfect for my mood. Hung about for some more King Gizzard fun. I tried to get my mates to hang around so we’d be in spot for Killers, but they insisted on Barry Gibb. He was alright, but I was half asleep. We tried to get over for Killers, but they’d shut the field. We went Chic instead - and yeah, fair play, dude is a bona fide legend. You don’t sell 400m records if you aint. Went up to the Park for Fleetmac Wood in Stonebridge, was actually a bit dull, so caught Sampha on the Park instead. He’s a seriously talented dude. Was also stood bopping away next to Jamie xx & Kano. Finished the night at West Holts for Justice, managed to get a better spot where the sound was much better. Loads of fun, and the stage show was amazing. Ended up at the Rabbit Hole, which is a weird fucking place. You have to get on your hands and knees and crawl for about 20m (excellent on my knee). A certain Mr Jupitus was in the queue in front of us, he looked like he’d been having, errm, lots of fun.
Great fun all round. See ya in 2019.
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Well that is the hypocritical nature of man you tit, I’d also like to see 75% of the tickets go to the under 25’s as I am not a selfish cunt, the youth make it not the middle aged or middle classes. Eavis agrees with what I am saying as well, take it up with him or don’t go?
He quite literally said in that decade old article he disagrees it’s too middle class.
As always, your comprehension is letting ya down ya tit. Do you ever read the things you link? Over half the time they don’t even align with the point you are failing to make.
I’m not the one complaining about it, but wanting to go.
I’ll carry on going until I’m physically unable. Which, at the rate I’m going will probably be about 5 years.
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Why 2019 peeps, what’s happening in 2018??
Fallow year. They take a year off every 5/6 years to let the farm recover.
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