Rod Stewart rocked the Legends slot on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage on Sunday [29 June], however one obvious challenge meant he was compelled to take away himself midway by way of the set
Rod Stewart needed to go away his Glastonbury set to cope with an important challenge.
The rocker handled the Glasto crowd to a visit down reminiscence lane on Sunday [29 June], however needed to hand over the reins to his backing singers midway by way of the set.
The 80-year-old singer was almost an hour into his efficiency when he declared that he was leaving the stage. Straight after delighting the viewers along with his rendition of Do Ya Assume I am Horny, Rod informed the group: “The women are going to do a track for you whereas I alter my shirt!”
Rod had already shed his jacket whereas battling with the scorching warmth at Worthy Farm. His singers saved the group entertained with a stirring efficiency of Girl Marmalade, studies Birmingham Dwell.
When Rod did make his return, he’d swapped his ethereal white shirt and denims combo for a daring pink swimsuit. Stewart additionally invited Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis onto the stage to want him a cheerful birthday.
He additionally inspired the group to hitch in with him on the traditional tune I Do not Wanna Discuss About It earlier than introducing Mick Hucknall to the stage, and the pair sang Merely Crimson’s If You Do not Know Me By Now.
Later, Rod additionally welcomed Ronnie Wooden and Lulu to the stage following one more wardrobe swap. This time, he selected an emerald inexperienced ensemble.
Followers had been initially sceptical, with many puzzled as to why Sir Rod wasn’t performing his personal hits and a few Twitter customers expressed disappointment, with one grumbling: “This Rod Stewart efficiency. It is simply so s*. Robust Benidorm/Phoenix Membership vibes. #Glastonbury.”
One other disgruntled viewer complained: “”Why is Rod Stewart “singing” (use the time period loosely) covers and never his personal hits #Glastonbury.”
Nonetheless, opinions started to shift as one enthusiastic fan tweeted: “#Glastonbury. Like him or not. Rod Stewart has nonetheless obtained it! He is a showman, nice entertainer, and might work a crowd. You go Rod! Massive shout out to his band.”
Earlier than the present Rod’s spouse Penny Lancaster was noticed mingling with teams of followers, fortunately posing for pictures alongside folks carrying wigs in tribute to the singer.
His efficiency marks Rod’s return to the Pyramid Stage after a 23-year hiatus, and amid hints that he could also be contemplating scaling again his world excursions.
In a latest Instagram publish, Rod hinted: “This would be the finish of large-scale world excursions for me, however I’ve no want to retire. I like what I do and I do what I like. I am match, have a full head of hair and might run 100 metres in 18 seconds on the jolly previous age of 79.”
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