The Libertines Face Fan Complaints Over Glastonbury Pyramid Stage Performance

The Libertines, fronted by Pete Doherty and Carl Barât, performed at the Glastonbury Festival's Pyramid Stage to widespread acclaim for their setlist and vocals, with many fans praising their catalogue of hits and energetic performance. However, the crowd's reaction drew criticism both from attendees and viewers at home, who felt the audience lacked energy and did not adequately support the band, especially compared to the following Rod Stewart set. Additionally, viewers watching the broadcast on BBC iPlayer complained about technical issues, including poor sound mixing that left the guitars and crowd sounds poorly balanced, detracting from the live experience. Despite these issues, many fans expressed their admiration for the band, calling them one of the greatest British rock bands of the last 20 years and appreciating the spirit of Glastonbury that resonates with the band’s themes. The Libertines also shared personal and emotional memories of the festival, highlighting its cultural significance and enduring medieval-like atmosphere. Overall, the performance was celebrated musically but marred by sound problems and a subdued crowd atmosphere, prompting calls for improvements in live mixing and audience engagement at future shows.