June 25th 2023.
US rockers Blondie graced the Pyramid Stage on Sunday, delighting the thousands in the crowd with a set of their numerous hits, such as Atomic, Call Me, Maria and The Tide is High. Lead vocalist Debbie Harry dressed for the occasion, wearing a black sequinned skirt and jacket with silver visor sunglasses.
The band kicked off their show with One Way Or Another, but unfortunately viewers at home were unimpressed over sound issues at the beginning of Blondie’s set. Several took to social media, complaining they were struggling to hear Harry’s voice as she whipped through the band’s hits.
“Great to see Blondie - although the sound could be better!” tweeted one viewer, while another complained: “Another headline set ruined with volume problems, do they even do sound checks #Glastonbury #blondie”.
The sound levels didn’t seem quite balanced - “drums overpowering and microphone far too quiet,” noted one fan, as another asked: “Can anyone at #Glastonbury confirm if the main singers vocals on the Pyramid stage are clearly audible? They sound crap at home! All the acts we have watched are shocking. #Blondie”
Debbie Harry’s age was not lost on viewers either, who defended her against criticism of her vocals. “Debbie Harry is the epitome of cool & is absolutely rocking the pyramid stage at #Glastonbury,” praised one audience member, while another added: “Before you criticise her voice remember that she is almost 78. I always wanted to be her when I grew up; still do! #Blondie #DebbieHarry”
The 77-year-old singer also engaged with the crowd, asking them if they were happy and commenting on the size of the audience. She even noted that Long Time was written by Dev Hynes from Blood Orange and shouted to the crowd: “All right, all you girls out there. All you girls who want to be girls, all you boys who want to be girls. Anyone who wants to be a f**king girl.”
Meanwhile, legendary British singer Sir Elton John is set to grace the Pyramid Stage later tonight for his final live performance in the UK, having already teased a star-studded string of guests. Eagle-eyed fans now think the identity of one of them has been revealed.
It was an unforgettable set from Blondie, proving that age is just a number. Debbie Harry’s energy and enthusiasm on stage was truly inspiring, and it is clear why fans have been following her for so many years.
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