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In 2009, many fans complained about the BBC’s coverage of Young’s set after only five songs were shown.
The BBC responded then: “The BBC has spent the last couple of months talking to Neil’s management about how much of his set we might be able to show on TV, radio and online over Glastonbury weekend.
“Neil Young’s career has been conducted on his own terms. Neil’s management agreed to let TV and radio broadcast five songs as they watched and listened to his performance. They believe in the live event and retaining its mystery and that of their artist.”
Last year during a gig at Carnegie Hall, The Canadian musician chastised the crowd for clapping out of time to Ohio, the Crosby, Stills and Nash classic.
“Wrong!” he snapped at the audience, cutting off the intro after a few bars and only continuing when they fell silent. He also reportedly rebuked fans who shouted out between songs, saying: “You guys finished? You paid real good money to get in here.”
The festival has partnered with the BBC since 1997. Emily Eavis, who runs the music event with her father, Michael, from Worthy Farm in Somerset, has praised the corporation’s live coverage as “an integral part of what we do at Glastonbury”.
The 2025 festival will take place from June 25-29. Rod Stewart is the only artist confirmed so far. He will perform in the “Legend” slot. Tickets, priced at £373.50 ($750), have sold out.
The Telegraph, London
