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Lewis Capaldi Plays Surprise Set at Tom Walker Charity Show, His First Performance Since 2023 • May 4, 2025, 8:28 AM ET (Billboard)
Kneecap Cornwall gig cancelled, as British government warns Glastonbury organisers to ‘think carefully’ about proceeding with band • Apr. 29, 2025, 4:18 AM ET (Irish Times)
Final Glastonbury Festival resale tickets sell out in 20 minutes • Apr. 27, 2025, 5:19 AM ET (BBC)

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Also Known As Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts • Glastonbury Fayre • Glastonbury Fair • Pilton Pop, Folk & Blues Festival

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Amy Winehouse at Glastonbury
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Glastonbury Festival, 2011
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