The Gorillaz to replace U2 at Glastonbury Festival!

Wed, 26 May 2010

When U2 pulled out of Glastonbury Festival after lead singer Bono injured his back and had to undergo emergency surgery as confirmed yesterday by the Irish rockers, Damon Albarn offered his popular virtual band the Gorillaz up to fill the spot.

Glastonbury have just confirmed that the Gorillaz will take the headlining spot at next month's festival.

"This is going to be Gorilllaz' only UK festival appearance, and it'll be a massive audio visual spectacle which will really ignite the Pyramid on the Friday night, with Muse, then Stevie Wonder to follow. I'm very excited about Gorillaz' show coming here because they're so open to guests and collaborations. The alchemy of Friday's show is going to be astonishing: a perfect, contemporary way to kick off the 40th anniversary celebrations.

"I am so grateful for the enthusiasm of the media and the whole of the music industry for their willingness and eagerness to support us in what could have been a crisis."  Michael Eavis, Festival organiser, said.