Glastonbury 2024 had two feminine headliners for the primary time in historical past – however critics say feminine acts have been ‘let down’ this 12 months

One other 12 months, one other improbable competition as Glastonbury 2024 closes its doorways. As Worthy Farm empties in the present day, many have mirrored on the historic moments from the weekend, significantly the chance for 2 female-led acts to grace the Pyramid Stage as headliners: Dua Lipa and SZA.

However sadly, many followers have mirrored that SZA, in addition to another widespread feminine acts comparable to Avril Lavigne and the Sugababes, have been doubtlessly not given the chance to shine as vibrant as they might on stage.

“Glastonbury has let down lots of its largest feminine acts this 12 months,” music critic Roisin O’Connor posted on X, beforehand Twitter, including that: “SZA ought to have been Fri or Sat headliner, Avril, Janelle and Sugababes on greater levels, Shania and Cyndi with out being stricken by sound points.”

When an X consumer responded that SZA’s small viewers was as a consequence of the truth that she should not have been performing on the Pyramid Stage within the first place as a result of she “hasn’t acquired the pull”, O’Connor identified that SZA had been “lumped” with the Sunday evening slot, which is usually plagued with Sunday evening exodus and stage clashes.

This comes after critics identified that Sugababes’ wildly widespread efficiency ought to’ve been on the Pyramid Stage, with crowds being crushed as a result of sheer numbers who flocked to the (smaller) West Holts stage. Indicators ultimately went as much as inform individuals to remain away as a consequence of overcrowding.

Many followers felt the facility and recognition of a feminine act like Sugababes had been underestimated by organisers, just like Avril Lavigne‘s efficiency – the place critics identified her stage was “too small” for the viewers demand.

Joe Maher