Glastonbury Opening Ceremony Faces Widespread Sound Issues, Fans Criticize Audio Experience

The 2025 Glastonbury Festival has faced significant criticism from attendees due to sound issues during its opening ceremony at the Pyramid Stage, with many festival-goers unable to hear the performances properly and describing the event as 'embarrassing' and a 'flop.' The ceremony, titled 'The Dreamweaver's Journey,' featured acrobats, singers, and a fireworks display but had no amplified sound, which was due to local noise restrictions prohibiting amplified entertainment before Friday. Fans expressed frustration on social media about the lack of sound, though some pointed out that the unamplified setup was intentional to comply with licensing terms. Meanwhile, the American band Haim performed a surprise set at the festival's Park Stage, overcoming minor microphone issues and receiving enthusiastic praise from fans who considered their performance headline-worthy. Other headliners scheduled for the weekend include The 1975, Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, and Lewis Capaldi, who is set to make a comeback with a new single. Despite the rocky start with sound problems and rainy weather, the festival-goers remain hopeful and engaged, looking forward to the main performances beginning Friday.