Arctic Monkeys headlined Glastonbury for the third time last night, after their 2007 and 2013 performances at the legendary English festival.
The set also followed last year's release of their latest album, The Car, which garnered favourable reviews from critics.
However, fans were severely disappointed with what they felt was a 'dull' showing at Glastonbury, and were particularly annoyed at the appearance and stage presence of lead singer Alex Turner.
Their set featured only handful of songs from their first two albums, which are known for their upbeat songs and catchy lyrics, while some of the ones they did play, such as 'Mardy Bum' and '505', were slowed down and unrecognisable from the original version.
However, in the Arctic Monkeys' defence, their encore of 'I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor' and 'R U Mine' was an energetic return to form after their main set.
Arctic Monkeys And Alex Turner Slated For Glastonbury Performance
Watching Arctic Monkeys at Glastonbury and this guy popped back in my head. He is spot on. pic.twitter.com/oSBDqpdg7D
— NEILJUNG67 (@NEILJUNGERS67) June 23, 2023
Sums it up #ArcticMonkeys #glastonbury2023 pic.twitter.com/slWt4gRSVE
— Scott Lamond (@essell_37) June 23, 2023
Live scenes at Glastonbury #ArcticMonkeys pic.twitter.com/iWrMjToPqB
— Sam Houghton (@Sam_DH_MCFC) June 23, 2023
Alex Turner just off the stage after butchering what could of been an icon Glasto performance. #Glastonbury2023 #ArcticMonkeys pic.twitter.com/euriVREX3J
— Rob ✌️ (@Robleghorn) June 23, 2023
I don't know why Alex turner is singing like that but honestly kids - arctic monkeys used to be good. #glastonbury2023 pic.twitter.com/tppdFVLFd7
— Craig (@CraigSumner_) June 23, 2023
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The performance also came after their recent cancellation of Tuesday's Dublin gig at Marlay Park, following a statement from the band which detailed Alex Turner's health issues:
"We are extremely sorry to announce the cancellation of Arctic Monkeys' show at Marlay Park in Dublin tomorrow," a statement on the band's official social media reads.
"Alex is suffering from acute laryngitis and following medical advice, has been ordered to rest.
"Alex and the band apologise for the huge disappointment this will inevitably cause to all their Irish fans.
"Full refunds will be credited back to the ticket purchaser's account by Ticketmaster within the next six working days."
Naturally, Irish fans were not too impressed with band for playing so soon after cancelling, but may have found solace in the backlash from Glastonbury.
However, their were people online who defended the band, and called people out for expecting them to sound like they did 17 years ago.
WHY AREN’T THE ARCTIC MONKEYS EXACTLY THE SAME AS THEY WERE THE LAST TIME I HEARD THEM 17 YEARS AGO????!!!?
— Mark Steel (@mrmarksteel) June 24, 2023
Genuinely, everyone who whines about not liking Arctic Monkeys newer stuff… how can you after hearing Body Paint there? A modern classic #glastonbury2023
— Chris Holt (@HoltChris) June 23, 2023
say what you will about arctic monkeys but the fact that they’ve headlined glastonbury 3 times in their 20 year long career says a lot 😋
— len🪼 (@PEARLFOUNTAlN) June 24, 2023
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