Shirley Yanez / 30 June 2025 / Categories: Music, Rock, City, What to do, Events

Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood Hit The Glastonbury Stage

Weekend rock concert

The timeless magic of Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood gracing the stage at Glastonbury! What a treat for music enthusiasts and rock aficionados alike! Despite the years that have rolled by like a well-aged vinyl record, these two icons of rock 'n' roll have lost none of their charm. Rod's raspier tones may not be quite as smooth as they were in his heyday, but let's not kid ourselves, that's part of the charm, right? The raw emotion and the lived-in quality of his voice only add to the authenticity of the performance. And who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned singalong?

The crowd, a sea of fans spanning generations, swayed and belted out the lyrics to the classic hits as if they were being serenaded in their local pub. It was a moment of unity, a bridge between the past and the present, as the timeless melodies filled the air with an electrifying nostalgia. The energy was palpable, with every note from Ronnie's guitar strings echoing through the festival grounds like a declaration of the enduring spirit of rock.

The stage, a vibrant tableau of lights and sound, served as the perfect backdrop for their camaraderie. These two legends, who've shared so much history together, fed off each other's energy, with Ronnie's licks and riffs wrapping around Rod's gritty vocals like a warm embrace. They moved with the ease and grace of musicians who have spent a lifetime playing together, their chemistry as potent as ever.

As they played hit after hit, the crowd grew more and more enamoured, transported to a time when bell-bottoms and feathered hair were the height of fashion. The air was thick with the scent of memories and the sound of a thousand hearts beating in sync with the rhythm of the music. For a few hours, age was just a number and the only thing that mattered was the beat, the passion, and the shared love for the classics that have shaped the soundtrack of so many lives.

While Rod's voice may not hit the soaring heights it once did, it's clear that his passion for performing and connecting with his audience has only grown stronger. And as they say, it's not about how high you sing, but the emotion you bring to the song. And in that department, Rod Stewart is still a rock god, holding his own among the pantheon of greats. Ronnie is a legend, even without the stones and one of the best performers on the plane.

The Glastonbury crowd, a mix of seasoned festival-goers and those discovering the legends for the first time, revelled in the joy and the sheer fun of the performance. It was a celebration of not just their music, but of the power of music to unite us all and transport us to a place where we can all feel young and free again. So, let's raise a glass to Rod and Ronnie for giving us a weekend to remember and for proving that rock 'n' roll will never truly grow old. Long live the legends!