The 1975 at Glastonbury 2025: Headline Set, Controversies & What to Expect

The 1975 at Glastonbury 2025: Headline Set, Controversies & What to Expect

British pop-rock band The 1975 is set to headline Glastonbury Festival 2025 their only live performance this year. Known for their genre-blending music and bold stage presence, the band will close Friday night on the Pyramid Stage with a “specially designed” set that reportedly cost four times their festival fee.

Who Are The 1975?

The 1975 is a British band formed in 2002 in Cheshire, England. The members are:

Member

Role

Matty Healy

Lead vocals

Adam Hann

Guitar

Ross MacDonald

Bass

George Daniel

Drums

Their name comes from scribbled notes in a Jack Kerouac book that frontman Matty Healy found, dated “1 June, The 1975.”

Musical Style & Popularity

  • Genres: Alternative rock, pop, electronic, indie.
  • Famous Songs: “Chocolate,” “Somebody Else,” “Happiness,” “About You.”

Why Are They So Popular?

  • Their music mixes catchy pop melodieswith deep, emotional lyrics.
  • They constantly reinvent their sound, keeping fans excited.
  • Lead singer Matty Healyis known for his charismatic (and sometimes controversial) stage presence.

Glastonbury 2025: What to Expect

The 1975 Pyramid Stage headline set (10:15 PM BST) is one of the most anticipated performances of Glastonbury 2025.

Why Is This Show Special?

Only 2025 Concert – Their sole live performance this year.
New Album Tease? – Rumors suggest they’ll preview GHEMB (God Has Entered My Body), their upcoming sixth album.
Unique Stage Design – The band spent 4x their festival fee on a custom set.

Controversies: Why Are The 1975 So Divisive?

The band (especially Matty Healy) is no stranger to backlash and debates.

1.    Malaysia Festival Incident (2023)

  • During a concert in Malaysia, Healy kissed bassist Ross MacDonald
  • Why Was This Controversial?
    • Homosexuality is illegalin Malaysia (punishable by prison).
    • The festival was shut down, and organizers sued the band(but lost the case).

2.    Noel Gallagher Criticism

Oasis legend Noel Gallagher once mocked The 1975, saying:

“You’ve either got to be rock, or that f—ing 1975. At the BRITs, The 1975 won Best Rock or some f—ing s—.”

3.    Fan Reactions: Love or Hate?

  • Supporterspraise their LGBTQ+ and women’s rights advocacy.
  • Criticscall some actions “performative activism.”

Other Glastonbury 2025 Highlights

While The 1975 headlines Friday, other big acts include:

  • Alanis Morissette(Pyramid Stage)
  • Lewis Capaldi(Rumored “TBA” secret set)
  • Olivia Rodrigo(Sunday headliner)

FAQs About The 1975

A: They were sued by a Malaysian festival after their 2023 show was canceled due to Healy onstage kiss. A UK judge ruled the band was not personally liable.

A: He mocked them for winning a “Best Rock” award, saying they are not real rock.

A: Matty Healy kissed bassist Ross MacDonald, leading to the festival being shut down by authorities.

A: Their genre-blending music, emotional lyrics, and bold performances attract a massive fanbase.

The 1975 Glastonbury 2025 headline set will be a must-watch moment—whether you love their music or find their controversies polarizing. With rumors of new music, an expensive stage setup, and their only 2025 show, this performance could be historic.

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