Glastonbury 2024: Stage highlights including the new  ‘Quadrophonic Soundsystem’

It’s almost time. 

In just 2 weeks Glastonbury will return and debut its first-ever quadrophonic sound system at the new ambient Tree Stage in the Woodsies area. Nestled under an oak canopy, the Tree Stage offers a five-day program featuring ambient music and immersive art.

The quadrophonic sound system surrounds listeners with music, creating a unique, immersive experience. Sound designer Jamie Harley describes it as being enveloped in a “bubble of sound,” with different sensations as you move around.

The Tree Stage will host performances from artists like The Orb, KMRU, Ana Roxanne, Max Cooper (with a live A/V set), and Jon Hopkins, who will present his new album ‘RITUAL’ in an exclusive playback experience.

Opening after the main stage headliners finish, the Tree Stage runs until 3:00 AM on Friday and Saturday, and until 2:30 AM on Sunday. Harley highlights the stage’s communal atmosphere and invites festival-goers to enjoy the cosmic experience late into the night.

This year the Genosys stage returns to Block9 and Shangri-La introduces Glastonbury’s inaugural South Asian space. 

The Dragonfly stage also boasts a diverse lineup featuring the likes of Amelie Lens, Andy C, and Fatboy Slim + The Glade stage welcomes Kurupt FM, CamelPhat, Mall Grab, and Faithless, among others.

Headlining the Genosys stage on Friday night is the incomparable Honey Dijon, joined by a stellar lineup that includes Ahadadream and Midland, meanwhile the Nowhere stage hosts a special celebration marking 25 years of Defected, featuring Gorgon City and Sam Divine.

Peggy Gou will also headline The Park stage on Saturday night.

Find more key stages and set times here, or watch coverage from the main stages over the weekend on the BBC (UK viewers only).

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Words: Chris Loizou & James John / Image: Glastonbury Festivals