Glastonbury 2015: Veteran soul singer Lionel Richie confirmed

Lionel Richie, who has been confirmed to play Glastonbury 2015, will play the coveted Sunday teatime slot.

17:02 01 December 2014

Veteran soul singer Lionel Richie has been confirmed for Glastonbury 2015 and will follow Dolly Parton’s footsteps by playing the wildly popular Sunday teatime slot on the main stage.

“I’m really excited to play Glastonbury next year as it’s one of the most iconic festivals in the world,” said Richie. “It has a phenomenal history and the alumni of artists who have previously played is incredible so I’m honoured to be joining that club. It will be a really special moment for me and I can’t wait to share it with everyone. I can now say ‘Yes, I’m playing Glastonbury.’”

Festival organiser Emily Eavis said: “He’s one of the great soul legends. He’s got all the songs, some incredible songs, and I think he will get people on their feet. There will be a lot of love out there for Lionel.”

The Sunday afternoon slot is typically reserve for veteran music legends. Past performers included Leonard Cohen, James Brown and Beach Boys frontman Brian Wilson.

Richie, whose hits include Easy, Hello, and All Night Long is set to embark on a series of European dates from February next year.