Yahoo News Prodigy were set to play Glastonbury according to festival boss Emily Eavis
As the music world reacts to the untimely death of Keith Flint, front man of The Prodigy – festival bosses have revealed the iconic band were booked to play at Glastonbury 2019.
Emily Eavis, who runs the festival having taken over the reigns from her father Michael, paid tribute to the musician on Twitter, revealing the group were booked to play the festival this year. In the tweet, Eavis describes Flint as ‘an incredible front man’ and paid tribute to their famous 1997 Pyramid Stage slot, when they become the first Dance act to headline the festival.
We are so saddened to hear about the passing of Keith Flint. He’s played here so many times with the Prodigy and was booked for 2019. What an incredible frontman. Here’s a clip from ‘97 when they were the first dance band to headline Glastonbury – a huge, unforgettable moment. pic.twitter.com/9fxKBonfVa
— Emily Eavis (@emilyeavis) March 4, 2019
The Twisted Firestarter singer, aged 49, was found dead at his Essex home today (4 March). His surviving bandmates paid tribute to their front man, describing him as ‘a true pioneer, innovator and legend’. The official statement read: “It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed. We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time.”
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In an Instagram post published under the group’s official account, a statement said the singer had killed himself at the weekend:
“The news is true , I can’t believe I’m saying this but our brother Keith took his own life over the weekend.
“I’m shell shocked , f***in angry , confused and heart broken ….. r.i.p brother Liam #theprodigy”
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The Prodigy shot to fame in the 1990s, and were renowned for the energetic live performances – lead by the colourful Flint – who was easily recognisable by his mohawks and loud clothes.
The band have played Glastonbury Festival many times, from an early performance in 1995, to their headline performance in 1997 – to more recent performances such as their 2009 slot on the Other Stage.
The band’s most recent release was 2016’s No Tourists.
