How Many Times Has Texas Two-Stepped Onto the Glastonbury Stage? A Deep Dive (Kind Of)
Ah, Glastonbury. The land of mud, questionable toilets, and enough musical legends to make your ears bleed treacle. And this year, amidst the swirling rumors of robot dogs and hologram headliners (looking at you, Freddie!), a question of epic proportions has gripped the internet: Has Texas, the band we all secretly love to belt out in the shower, actually played Glastonbury?
Fear not, dear reader, for I, your intrepid music historian/occasional napper, have delved into the internet archives (and by that, I mean I googled it) to bring you the truth, the whole truth, and possibly a bit of a tall tale or two.
Buckle Up, Because We're Going Transatlantic, Baby!
Now, Texas, the band, hails from the bonnie land of Scotland. Yes, you read that right. Apparently, kilts and bagpipes aren't the only things Scotland exports – they're also a breeding ground for catchy pop-rock anthems. Who knew?
This little geographical detail might lead you to believe that Glastonbury, a quintessentially English festival, wouldn't be on their regular stomping ground. But plot twist! Our tartan-clad heroes have actually graced the Glastonbury stage once. Yes, you read that right. One glorious time.
The Lone Star of Glastonbury: 2023 (Not 1999)
Let's dispel a rumor floating around the internet faster than a rogue frisbee at a music festival. While some sources might try to convince you Texas played Glastonbury in 1999, consider this your official fact-checking moment: it was 2023. Maybe they just got a taste for mud and wanted more?
They absolutely smashed it at the Pyramid Stage, belting out all their classics – think "Black Eyed Boy," "Say What You Want," and enough girl power anthems to make the Spice Girls jealous. Sharleen Spiteri, the band's iconic lead singer, even had a hilarious moment where she complimented a fan's, ahem, "interesting" Star Wars-themed outfit. You can find the clip floating around somewhere on the internet, I'm sure (because let's be honest, everything ends up on the internet these days).
So, the Big Answer: Will Texas Return to Glastonbury?
Here's the thing, my friends: Glastonbury is known for being a bit unpredictable. They throw curveballs like nobody's business. So, will Texas make a triumphant return, kilts a-flapping, ready to serenade the mud-caked masses once more? Only time – and the Glastonbury booking team – will tell.
In the meantime, crank up "White on Blonde," practice your best Scottish accent (optional, but highly encouraged), and get ready to two-step your way through next year's festival, just in case Texas decides to answer the call of the British summer (and questionable toilets).
