Matty Healy tells Glastonbury crowd: “We honestly don’t want our legacy to be one of politics”
The 1975 are turning the page on protest anthems and making room for something softer. Speaking to a packed crowd during their headline set at Glastonbury on Friday 27 June 2025, frontman Matty Healy made it clear the band no longer wants to be defined by political commentary.
“We honestly don’t want our legacy to be one of politics,” Healy told the Pyramid Stage audience. “We want it to be that of love and friendship.”
The singer addressed fans directly, acknowledging that some may have expected political messaging as part of the show or the band’s future live sets.
“People who are watching this may be disappointed in the lack of politics in this show and our forthcoming shows and probably our future shows. I want you to know that it’s a conscious decision.”
Healy went on to urge fans, especially younger ones, to prioritise connection over ambition.
“If you are a young kid and you are inspired by this band, don’t aspire to play a stage or be a certain size. Aspire for this level of friendship and love in what you do and you’ll never fail. And I love you.”
A New Era for The 1975?
The band’s last studio album, Being Funny in a Foreign Language, was released in 2022 to critical acclaim, praised for its tight runtime, stripped-down production and lyrical honesty. Although no new album has been officially announced, Healy gave a clear indication that more music is coming.
After closing their Glastonbury set with the fan-favourite About You, the word DOGS appeared on screen behind the band and was also spotted on drummer George Daniel’s kit. Fans online have been speculating whether it signals a new era or even a new album title.
And if Healy’s comments are anything to go by, the next chapter of The 1975 may be less about confronting global issues and more about strengthening personal bonds — both within the band and with their fans.
