Glastonbury fans say one stage has 'best line-up' after act announced

One of the stages at Glastonbury Festival has been dubbed the 'best' the festival has to offer so far, with some fans hoping to avoid the crowds to catch one act
With Glastonbury Festival fast approaching and music fans hyped up for the iconic event, a stage line-up has been crowned the "best" yet by eager festival-goers all thanks to a stellar act. Amid the excitement for Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, and The 1975 on the main Pyramid stage, it's another platform commanding attention with its recently unveiled line-up.
The announcement of performers destined for the Park Stage has created quite the buzz among music fans, with suggestions that one particular act in the rota could be the highlight of the whole Glastonbury Festival. Although Pulp 's absence is noted by fans disappointed the legends will not feature, attendees are thrilled over an artist whose presence seems to compensate amply.
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Earlier this week, Reddit users got a glimpse of the Park Stage poster, swiftly hailing it as the top pick for what the festival has in store.
Despite expectations of a packed crowd, fans' determination to catch Geordie Greep — formerly of Black Midi and now launching his solo career with a new album under his belt — on the Park Stage is palpable.
Festival-goers are crossing their fingers, hoping the turnout won't hamper their attempts to experience Greep's performance, indicating he might be in for a sizeable audience.
A post to the r/GlastonburyFestival subreddit saw one user write: "It's going to be hell, everyone sweating rivers, cannot go to wee because you lose the spot, and my general anxiety around crowds in enclosed spaces is going to f**k me up. Will be there."
Glasto-goers are thrilled with the line-up, with one fan expressing their excitement online. They wrote: "I've got the exact same fear. Cannot wait for that corto.alto, Ca7riel and Paco, Glass Beams run at West Holts but Geordie Greep and Ichiko Aoba are calling my name."
Another keen festivalgoer added: "Best lineup of any stage so far. GEORDIE GREEP!!! I believe some of the bands of Bimble Inn are way way too big for that stage but I won't say which so you people won't ram the place half an hour before I get there."
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Yet another exclaimed: "The Greep!" as anticipation builds for the artist's solo debut at Glastonbury, after he previously rocked the West Holts stage last year with Black Midi.
What will Geordie Greep play at Glastonbury Festival?
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While it is not known what Geordie Greep will play at the much-awaited festival event, his recent gigs could give fans a clue. including his double sell-out performances at London's KOKO.
A list of songs from the memorable night at KOKO might indicate what's in store for the Glastonbury audience, though setlists can always surprise. The setlist can be found below.
And it's not just Greep that has fans excited. The Maccabees are tipped to be a huge draw too. One disappointed music lover lamented their lack of tickets to the festival.
They wrote: "Didn't get tickets and this lineup is a banger for me. Wishing good vibes and sunny skies for all who get to attend."
Another added: "This is the first poster I've seen that makes me really sad I'm not going. The Maccabees headlining could be... a moment. And I speak of someone who first saw them randomly in Cafe de Paris on Leicester Square in 2006 (maybe 2005? ) and has been a solid fan ever since."
A third wrote: "Great lineup. Do we know where Brian Jonestown Massacre are playing yet?"

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