**Sir Rod Stewart Vows Dazzling and Daring Set for Glastonbury Legends Slot**
Esteemed British rocker Sir Rod Stewart is gearing up for one of the most anticipated appearances at this year’s Glastonbury Festival, promising fans a “glamorous” and “sexy” show on the iconic Pyramid Stage. Taking on the coveted Sunday tea-time legends slot later this month, the 80-year-old singer appears as confident as ever, with preparations underway to deliver a performance that he insists will stand apart from the rest.
Speaking recently to Radio Times, Sir Rod shed light on the considerable personal investment involved in bringing his spectacle from Las Vegas—where he has been performing a residency—back to the UK. “It’s going to cost me £300,000 to do it, and they only pay you about £120,000,” Stewart revealed, emphasizing that the significant cost is far outweighed by the privilege and excitement of playing Glastonbury. “It doesn’t matter,” he added, underlining his enthusiasm for entertaining such a massive and discerning audience.
Rod Stewart’s Glastonbury show promises no shortage of star power and musical diversity. Already, he has teased the return of his former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood to the stage, sparking excitement among longtime fans of the group. Additionally, Sir Rod revealed plans for three unique guest performers alongside an orchestra and, perhaps, a flourish of bagpipes, promising a celebratory nod to his Scottish roots.
Reflecting on the prospect of his Glastonbury debut, Stewart struck a note of candour about the enormity of the event. “It’s a different gig. It’s like playing in a cup final—you try to treat it like any other performance, but really, it’s special,” he said. The added pressures of performing at such a famous festival appear only to invigorate the veteran entertainer, who is determined to make the most of his prestigious slot.
In the lead-up to the festival, Stewart has faced personal health setbacks. Early in June, he announced via Instagram that a bout of flu forced him to cancel or postpone several US concerts. Apologising to his fans, he wrote, “I have to cancel and reschedule my next six concerts in June as I continue to recover from the flu. So sorry my friends. I’m devastated and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience.” Nevertheless, he assured supporters he would return to the stage as soon as possible, displaying characteristic resilience.
Sir Rod is scheduled to take to the Pyramid Stage on Sunday, June 29, with fans eagerly awaiting his mix of enduring hits and charismatic showmanship. Traditionally, the legends slot runs for 75 minutes, but Stewart has petitioned festival organisers for an extra 15 minutes to cram in even more of his classic tracks.
Despite persistent speculation regarding retirement, Stewart has remained clear that he has no intentions of stepping away from music entirely. While he has stated that this year’s European and North American gigs would mark the end of his “large-scale world tours,” he intends to continue thrilling audiences for the foreseeable future.
Rod Stewart’s back catalogue is stacked with memorable solo hits, among them “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”, “Maggie May”, and “Every Beat Of My Heart”. Just last month, his ongoing legacy was recognised at the American Music Awards, where he received a lifetime achievement award, presented movingly by five of his children.
The sense of occasion is palpable ahead of Glastonbury, and with Stewart’s flair for spectacle, there is every expectation his showing will be unmatched in style and spirit. His promise of a “glamorous” and “sexy” performance, captivating special guests, and orchestral arrangements hints at something special in the making—an event steeped in nostalgia, but brimming with new energy for both newcomers and lifelong fans alike.