Lionel Richie the first name on Glastonbury Line up

Photo: Lionel Richie (Credit Alan Silfen)

The first name to be added to Glastonbury 2015 has been announced - legendary crooner Lionel Richie, making his first ever UK festival appearance.

The former Commodores singer, behind timeless smashes such as 'Dancing on the Ceiling' and 'All Night Long', has been confirmed to play the Sunday tea time slot on the Pyramid Stage.

It's been the previous slot for legends across the board in music, from James Brown in 2004 and Brian Wilson a year later, up to Dolly Parton's show stealing stint there last year. Expect thousands to watch his performance and, when he plays 'Hello' above live, mass tears in the West Country.

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