“I feel a great sense of responsibility.” (S.Coups)
SEVENTEEN is about to enter the main stage of the UK's 'Glastonbury Festival' (hereinafter referred to as 'Glastonbury'). Local foreign media focused on their music.
SEVENTEEN will attend 'Glastonbury' held at Worthy Farm, Somerset, England on the 29th (Korean time). Climb the pyramid stage for about an hour.
NME covered SEVENTEEN's appearance at 'Glastonbury' in great detail. The media pointed out, “They embodied the message of music on stage and created history in the process.”
They also said that they were the perfect team to introduce K-pop to ‘Glastonbury’. They presented music that perfectly fit the spirit of the festival. They encouraged listeners with several hit songs.
He also praised the members' skills. “From the amazing vocals to the goosebump-inducing energy, it is top notch,” he wrote, adding, “You will be moved by all 13 members.”
The BBC introduced the SEVENTEEN stage as “the biggest performance at ‘Glastonbury’ this year.” The media also looked back at their musical achievements over the past 10 years.
The media said, "SEVENTEEN's debut album sold 1,400 copies in the first week of release. (But) 10 years later, the group has become a group that has sold millions of copies through pre-orders alone."
The Guardian also expressed expectations for the performance, saying, “SEVENTEEN has gained a global fandom with its diverse sound, musical talent, and perfect concerted performance.”
The Independent announced, “SEVENTEEN is preparing to make ‘Glastonbury’ history while also expanding the meaning of K-pop groups in the global music market.”
SEVENTEEN also shared his thoughts through a video interview. S.Coups said, “I feel a great sense of responsibility. I will surprise the audience.”
Seungkwan and Dino hoped, “Some of the ‘Glastonbury’ audience may not know us well, but we want to leave the impression that ‘SEVENTEEN is a team that is good at performing.’”
They also revealed their true feelings, saying, "We enjoy challenges. Wouldn't it be exciting to perform in front of an unfamiliar audience? We want to create a much more powerful stage."
Meanwhile, ‘Glastonbury’ is the largest music festival in the UK. SEVENTEEN will be the first K-pop group to perform on the main stage on this day.