Paloma Faith has defended female performers at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival after they faced widespread criticism over technical issues and performance quality. Faith addressed the backlash on social media, urging fans to 'give women a break' and highlighting the negative impact of such comments on the artists' spirits. SZA and Dua Lipa were notably criticized, with SZA experiencing sound problems and being accused of drawing a smaller crowd, while Dua Lipa faced allegations of miming, which she denied. Faith emphasized that women are on stage to demonstrate their talent and should not be ridiculed. She praised performances by Little Simz, Janelle Monae, SZA, and Dua Lipa for their entertainment power and talent.