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Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Full article Real human stories behind the sirens, Full article Daily news briefing direct to your inbox. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. His specifically British energy owes as much to rave and hardcore as to hip hop. Glastonbury is the largest greenfield festival in the world, and is attended by around 175,000 people. "It's kind of crazy because I've kind of been in my own time-warp," she said of playing the album, while teasing fans that she had been working on new material. "You're hired," she smiled at the crowd as she left the stage. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. Crow's 12-year-old son even acted as an unofficial roadie, helping her swap guitars between numbers, and joining his younger brother to play percussion on Steve McQueen. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls HENRY NICHOLLS, A festival goer dances during sunset at the stone circle during Glastonbury Festival at Worthy farm in Somerset, Britain June 26, 2019. She hit an incredible high note during Can't Cry Anymore, and posed for selfies with the audience. But it’s immediately clear that Stormzy has something his American counterparts lacked: an urgent, nothing-to-lose velocity. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. Stormzy dominated Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage on Friday, with a thrilling, thought-provoking show that cemented his status as Britain's best rapper. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images) Leon Neal, Festival goers on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Stormzy performs Know Me From at Glastonbury, Stormzy's headline set at Glastonbury was pure and uncompromising, Rosalia at Glastonbury review: A dramatic set from a future headliner, Stormzy headlines Pyramid Stage in history making set, You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. Wearing a smiley face T-shirt- which was somehow less smiley than his actual face - Smith seemed to be having the time of his life, on songs such Pompeii, Happier and current single Joy. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls HENRY NICHOLLS, Two revellers react in the Park area at Glastonbury Festival at Worthy farm in Somerset, Britain June 26, 2019. Last on the Pyramid Stage before Stormzy was George Ezra, playing on a stool after injuring his ankle while running a couple of weeks ago. "I think they're enjoying it a little too much.". The US star explained he could use the moment to change culture, and inspire future generations of black children. See PA story SHOWBIZ Glastonbury. Glastonbury Festival Stormzy dominated Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage on Friday, with a thrilling, thought-provoking show that cemented his status as Britain's best rapper. "My kids are having their first Glastonbury experience," Crow said. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP) (Photo credit should read OLI SCARFF/AFP/Getty Images), A reveller arrives for Glastonbury Festival at Worthy farm in Somerset, Britain June 26, 2019. Do you understand what that means? REUTERS/Henry Nicholls HENRY NICHOLLS, Dancers perform for festival goers during Glastonbury Festival at Worthy farm in Somerset, Britain June 26, 2019. Photo credit should read: Yui Mok/PA Wire Yui Mok, epa07675274 Festival-goers arrive on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, Britain, 26 June 2019. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls HENRY NICHOLLS, Festival goers relax during sunset at the stone circle during Glastonbury Festival at Worthy farm in Somerset, Britain June 26, 2019. He is also the least boilerplate Glastonbury headliner … His specifically British energy owes as much to rave and hardcore as to hip hop. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage) Joseph Okpako, Stormzy performs in the headline slot on the Pyramid Stage on day three of Glastonbury, Arcadia unveil their new stage design 'Pangea' during day three of Glastonbury, Arcadia's new stage design, Pangea, at Glastonbury Festival 2019, A festival-goer carries an illuminated umbrella through the Arcadia area.