GLASTONBURY ticket holders think that The Flaming Lips could be set for a surprise appearance at next year’s festival.
The US rock band is scheduled to play their final European gig on June 21 in Spain, just days before Glastonbury kicks off on June 26, 2025.
Flaming Lips give a socially-distanced “Space Bubble” concert, using individual inflatable bubbles to avoid the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), at the Criterion in Oklahoma City, U.S. January 22, 2021. Picture taken January 22, 2021. Flaming Lips/Warner Music/Handout via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES. MANDATORY CREDIT[/caption]
Fans have taken to Reddit to share their theories, pointing to the convenient gap in the band’s schedule and their history of electrifying performances at Worthy Farm.
One user wrote: “Haven’t heard them mentioned anywhere, but they are on tour in Europe with the last date on the 21st of June in Spain. Plus they crushed it at Glastonbury a few years ago. Thoughts?”
Others joined the conversation, speculating on which stage The Flaming Lips might grace this time around.
“Seen them on the Park and the Other, so this time maybe headlining the JP? That’d be lovely,” suggested one fan.
Another commenter hoped for their return, noting: “I hope so. Isn’t it the anniversary of Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots next year too?”
However, a fellow fan was quick to fact-check, replying: “It was two years ago. They toured it in the US in 2023 though.”
The Flaming Lips are known for their experimental sound and psychedelic visuals.
They are widely regarded as one of the most captivating live acts in rock music.
While there has been no official confirmation from the band or festival organisers, the rumours have added to the mounting excitement around Glastonbury 2025.
Rumoured performers for next year’s lineup include Olivia Rodrigo, Eminem, Harry Styles, and Alanis Morissette.
The annual music festival is known to sell out quickly – as evidenced by this year.
Would-be attendees were left frustrated after coveted Glastonbury tickets sold out in just 37 minutes.
Fans quickly grew frustrated upon noticing they were stuck at just “two green bars” with no movement at all – in the new queuing system.
Digital rights expert, Lauren Hendry Parsons from ExpressVPN, issued a scam warning.
She said: “With hugely popular events such as Glastonbury, people are often making rapid, time-pressured decisions, with high emotions because they don’t want to miss out – and we all know how quickly Glastonbury can sell out.
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