After a 21-year hiatus from the Glastonbury Festival, Snow Patrol delivered an emotional and powerful performance on Sunday, June 29, leaving fans “sobbing” and captivated by their return. The band, last seen on the festival stage in 2004, performed to a massive crowd on the Other Stage, reigniting the passion of long-time followers.
Festival-goers enthusiastically joined in, singing along to the band’s greatest hits, including a heartfelt rendition of their iconic single “Chasing Cars.” Social media buzzed with praise as viewers at home celebrated Snow Patrol’s triumphant comeback at Worthy Farm.
One fan described them as a “class act,” applauding their tight performance and the many crowd favorites included in their setlist. Another hailed the band for “saving Glastonbury,” reflecting the strong connection Snow Patrol has maintained with their audience after more than two decades.
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Despite being considered by some as a “marmite band,” Snow Patrol’s timeless catalogue has struck a chord with fans old and new. “They must be doing something right if they’re still going strong after 20 plus years,” remarked a Twitter user, highlighting the band’s enduring appeal.
Another festival attendee praised the band’s quality, saying, “Snow Patrol showing what a top, top band they are,” and expressing relief that they received the enthusiastic crowd they deserved. Comments comparing Snow Patrol’s set to those of headline acts like The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo underscored the high regard for their performance, with one fan stating that Alanis Morissette, Pulp, and Snow Patrol were “putting the so-called headliners to shame.”
The emotional power of the performance was evident, as one fan shared, “Watching Snow Patrol at Glastonbury… They will sing ‘Chasing Cars’ and I will sob uncontrollably. That is the way of things.”
Snow Patrol’s set proved the lasting impact of their music, with “Chasing Cars” being hailed as one of the best songs ever written by dedicated fans. Their return added a memorable highlight to this year’s festival lineup, which also features Wolf Alice, The Prodigy, and closing act Olivia Rodrigo.