Lewis Capaldi has spoken out for the first time since his Glastonbury set, and has issued a heartfelt statement.
The Scottish singer-songwriter has also confirmed a break from touring “for the foreseeable future”.
The 26-year-old took to the world famous Pyramid Stage at the UK’s biggest music festival this past weekend in a primetime Saturday slot, and entertained the masses with all the hits from his two chart-topping albums – but began to struggle with his vocals, anxiety, and Tourette’s syndrome as the set went on.
He had a noticeable cough and was visibly affected by tics throughout the latter end of his set, and by the time the final song came around, he could barely perform or get his words out.
In what is sure to go on and be one of the most heartwarming moments in Glastonbury history, the crowds took over from Lewis when couldn’t sing and filled in the gaps by belting out his smash-hit song, ‘Someone You Loved’, word for word.
The performance has already gone viral on social media, and been watched by millions worldwide.
Glastonbury was the first time the charismatic singer had performed live in three weeks, after choosing to cancel a handful of his shows due to the last few months being “full on both mentally and physically” and admitting that he was “struggling to get to grips with it all”.
After apologising several times, and closing out his set by thanking the festival‘s organisers for having him, Lewis hinted that he may have to take some more time off.
And now, the singer has broken his silence and spoken out for the first time since Glastonbury with a heartfelt statement confirming an indefinite break from touring and cancelling all live shows “for the foreseeable future”.
Taking to social media to confirm the indefinite tour break this morning, Lewis said all the support and messages he’d received following his Glastonbury performance “means the world” to him.
Lewis Capaldi at Glastonbury 2023 / Credit: BBC
But he went on to add: “The fact that this probably won’t come as a surprise probably doesn’t make it any easier to write, but I’m very sorry to let you know I’m going to be taking a break from touring for the foreseeable future.
“I used to be able to enjoy every second of shows like this and I’d hoped three weeks away would sort me out.
“But the truth is I’m still learning to adjust to the impact of my Tourette’s and on Saturday it became obvious that I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come.”
The cancelled tour dates includes a massive outdoor show at Manchester‘s Wythenshawe Park that was scheduled to take place on Saturday 25 August.
It also includes headline slots at Reading and Leeds Festival over the August bank holiday weekend.
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A huge house and disco music festival is taking place just on the border of Greater Manchester
Danny Jones
Not ready for Oasis fever or festival season to be over? Well, lucky for you, there’s still plenty more live music happening this summer – and if you’re into your house, electronic, disco and dance music, there’s an event happening just outside of 0161 next weekend.
Fancy a little trip out to Cheshire?
Yes, over in the lovely suburb of Wilmslow, the increasingly popular House and Vocal Disco Fest returns for 2025, promising plenty of energy, loads of local food and drink vendors, as well as non-stop tunage all day long.
Speaking ahead of their comeback this year, the organisers say: “Whether you’re reliving the glory days of clubland or discovering disco classics for the first time, House & Vocal Disco Fest 2025 is set to deliver the ultimate summer soundtrack.”
Hosted at the Phoenix Sports Club (no, as funny as it would be, there’s no connection to Peter Kay or Paddy McGuinness) near Styal, only a short drive from the town centre,
Booked for this year’s festival is chart-topping headliner DJ and Kiss FM presenter, Majestic, best known for his huge remixes and viral house hits.
Speaking of which, local artist, producer and co-creator Jon Fitz, who has recently opened his own bar, Fizpatrick’s in the heart of Stockport, will also be performing 20 years on from the release of his timeless classic, ‘I Just Can’t Get Enough’.
Legendary DJ Allister Whitehead and fellow veteran, Lifford – the velvety voice behind many soulful house music favourites – will also be alongside Fitz and co. as they turn those old market village vibes into one big dancefloor.
Excited to get back behind the decks, Fitz told The Manc: “Now in our third year — and our biggest yet — we’re bringing something truly spectacular to Cheshire. People can expect boutique vibes, intimate energy. This isn’t just a festival, it’s an experience. House & Vocal do things differently”
Once again, festival-goers can expect a day packed with uplifting tunes, a feel-good North West crowd living it large not too far from Greater Manchester, as well as all the perks of a local boutique festival setup too.
Taking place on Saturday, 26 July at Wilmslow Phoenix Sports Club from 12 noon until late, all early bird and VIP passes have sold out, but general admission is still available for £38.75 – and that’s including your booking fees.
You can find out more on House and Vocal Disco Fest 2025, as well as grab your tickets, right HERE.
Oasis fans prepare for biblical rain as Met Office issues thunderstorm warning
Daisy Jackson
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms – just in time for the next Oasis gigs.
The weather service is forecasting ‘heavy rain, with some thunderstorms’ on Saturday, the day of the fourth Oasis homecoming show in Heaton Park.
The opening two Oasis Live ’25 shows at Heaton Park took place under cloudless blue skies with temperatures upwards of 30°C – but that doesn’t feel very authentically Manc, does it?
It’s looking like it’s all about to take a turn back towards normal Manchester weather for the final two shows.
The yellow weather warning is currently in place across Greater Manchester and much of the UK until 9pm on Saturday 19 July.
According to the Met Office, heavy rain is likely in Prestwich from midday until 5pm on Saturday, easing off to light rain until 7pm and then (hopefully) dry by the time Oasis take the stage at Heaton Park.
Emily Sergeant -
27th June 2023 
