Glastonbury Festival, one of the largest and most iconic music festivals in the world, has recently released a new poster after receiving apparent criticism from singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey. The festival, known for its diverse lineup and unparalleled atmosphere, is set to return in June of 2022 after a two-year hiatus. However, the festival organizers found themselves under scrutiny from Del Rey, who had expressed her dissatisfaction with the initial poster for the upcoming event on social media. This criticism led to the festival’s decision to release a new poster, causing a buzz amongst both fans and industry professionals. In this article, we will delve into the details of the criticism, the changes made to the poster, and the potential implications for Glastonbury’s future.
Glastonbury Festival Changes Poster After Criticism From Lana Del Rey
Glastonbury Festival has revised its line-up poster following criticism from one of the headliners, Lana Del Rey. She had implied that she might pull out of performing at the festival because she was not announced as a headliner. When the official Glastonbury account posted the original line-up poster on Instagram, Del Rey sarcastically commented below, “Thanks for announcing that I was headlining the other stage. Thumbs up.” Her comment appears to have since been deleted. On the original poster, there were over 20 other acts listed alphabetically below her name. Meanwhile, Lizzo is playing immediately before headliner Guns N’ Roses, but has joint headline billing on the line-up poster.
Del Rey, 37, is reported to have suggested on her private Instagram account that she might pull out of performing. She wrote: “Well, I’m actually headlining the second stage. But since there was no consideration for announcing that. We’ll see.” In response to this, Glastonbury Festival has now released a new poster with Del Rey moved up to the second row, which has also added new acts after the West Holts stage line-up was revealed on Tuesday. US rapper Lil Nas X, Nigerian singer Wizkid and British singer-songwriter Yusuf Islam, commonly known as Cat Stevens, have also had their names moved up to the second row.
Glastonbury Festival has been criticized on social media for having all-male headliners. Sir Elton John will be joined by Arctic Monkeys and Guns N’ Roses in the top three headliners, all of which are male acts. During Women’s History Month, one social media user wrote, “Tell me why we don’t need this month one more time,” and another said, “All male headliners? You can’t even blame lack of talent, there is an overwhelming wealth of amazing women to choose from.” In response, co-organizer Emily Eavis told The Guardian that a previously confirmed female headliner pulled out because she “changed her touring plans.”
Overall, the controversy surrounding the Glastonbury Festival line-up poster highlights the importance of diversity and equality in music events. It is essential for festival organizers to represent all genders, races, cultures, and backgrounds. Music is a universal language and should be enjoyed by all, regardless of differences. Hence, it is crucial to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages all performers to showcase their talent on the same stage, regardless of their gender, race, or other characteristics. Music festivals should be a reflection of the world we live in and should promote values of unity, respect, and equality. Only then can they truly be considered a success, both artistically and socially.
In conclusion, the Glastonbury Festival has once again proven to be a hub of creativity and inclusivity. With the release of their latest poster, the festival organizers have demonstrated their dedication to celebrating diversity and promoting equality. While some criticism was voiced by Lana Del Rey and others, it is clear that Glastonbury remains committed to providing a platform for artists of all backgrounds and genres to share their music with the world. As we eagerly await the start of the festival, let us all come together in celebrating the power of music and community.
