Who would have thought it

[elkel]

So here I am, recently celebrated my 72nd birthday and about to make my first ever appearance at a Glastonbury festival. Now dont laugh, I've been a music fan since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and my music collection dates from the 50's through to Kings of Leon and the Foo Fighters. Still. I didn't really envisage 2009 including any music festivals. Until, that is, my grandson formed a band 18 months ago. 70 gigs later they have won a slot on the BBC Introducing Stage, by virtue of winning the Avon and Somerset Battle of the Bands competition judged by Michael Eavis himself and Kieron Pepper.

They are THE FUEL and are playing on Sunday at 12-30 ish. Take 20 minutes out and wander over to the Introducing stage and enjoy them. The link is an amateur video of the boys playing in the final at Bristol's Colston Hall in front of a thousand fans. The boys are only 17 and 18

Edited June 18, 2009 by elkel

[meatyparson]

[reni]

So here I am, recently celebrated my 72nd birthday and about to make my first ever appearance at a Glastonbury festival. Now dont laugh, I've been a music fan since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and my music collection dates from the 50's through to Kings of Leon and the Foo Fighters. Still. I didn't really envisage 2009 including any music festivals. Until, that is, my grandson formed a band 18 months ago. 70 gigs later they have won a slot on the BBC Introducing Stage, by virtue of winning the Avon and Somerset Battle of the Bands competition judged by Michael Eavis himself and Kieron Pepper.

They are THE FUEL and are playing on Sunday at 12-30 ish. Take 20 minutes out and wander over to the Introducing stage and enjoy them. The link is an amateur video of the boys playing in the final at Bristol's Colston Hall in front of a thousand fans. The boys are only 17 and 18

[Frogger_Queen]

That's brilliant elkel

I hope you have a fantastic Glasto, I'm sure you're going to LOVE it! Best of luck to your grandson too

This may sound like a daft question, but you're not a member of GR, are you???

[DaveMac]

So here I am, recently celebrated my 72nd birthday and about to make my first ever appearance at a Glastonbury festival. Now dont laugh, I've been a music fan since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and my music collection dates from the 50's through to Kings of Leon and the Foo Fighters. Still. I didn't really envisage 2009 including any music festivals. Until, that is, my grandson formed a band 18 months ago. 70 gigs later they have won a slot on the BBC Introducing Stage, by virtue of winning the Avon and Somerset Battle of the Bands competition judged by Michael Eavis himself and Kieron Pepper.

They are THE FUEL and are playing on Sunday at 12-30 ish. Take 20 minutes out and wander over to the Introducing stage and enjoy them. The link is an amateur video of the boys playing in the final at Bristol's Colston Hall in front of a thousand fans. The boys are only 17 and 18

[puppetmode]

Hope it will feature as a highlight in your life buddy. Have a great one

[beergut100]

Have a great time!

Edited June 18, 2009 by beergut100

[elkel]

That's brilliant elkel

I hope you have a fantastic Glasto, I'm sure you're going to LOVE it! Best of luck to your grandson too

This may sound like a daft question, but you're not a member of GR, are you???

[JameSemajj]

Don't worry, people older than you go.. it's Glastonbury, you'll love it!

Have a great time grandad!

[Frogger_Queen]

Not a daft question at all lol. Yep i am and take it you are as well

[Kaye]

There's a topic somewhere on the boards about what Glastonbury means to everyone . . . for me, this is it . . .

A festival that's attractive to everyone, of all ages and one that encourages and gives great opportunities to emerging talent.

Good luck to your grandson, you'll have a fab time!

[grandadcollective]

Elkel, unlike you I am only an imaginary Grandad but I take my hat off to you and will pop along to The Park for a look and a listen. See you there.

[tinpottery]

Elkel, you are an inspiration. See you at the front row of The Prodigy for a rave.

[Swindlebiscuit]

Brilliant story - and you sound like the kind of guy I'd like to be when I'm 72.

Have a fantastic time (as I'm absolutely 100% sure you will)!

[Laura_Babs]

72! That's great. Have an amazing time!!!

[HurrahBrother]

[saintrichie]

fantastic m8, if i remember i will defiantly come over have have a listen. Have a great glaso, sure you will!!

[cejx]

So here I am, recently celebrated my 72nd birthday and about to make my first ever appearance at a Glastonbury festival. Now dont laugh, I've been a music fan since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and my music collection dates from the 50's through to Kings of Leon and the Foo Fighters. Still. I didn't really envisage 2009 including any music festivals. Until, that is, my grandson formed a band 18 months ago. 70 gigs later they have won a slot on the BBC Introducing Stage, by virtue of winning the Avon and Somerset Battle of the Bands competition judged by Michael Eavis himself and Kieron Pepper.

They are THE FUEL and are playing on Sunday at 12-30 ish. Take 20 minutes out and wander over to the Introducing stage and enjoy them. The link is an amateur video of the boys playing in the final at Bristol's Colston Hall in front of a thousand fans. The boys are only 17 and 18

[lievepaula]

Sweet story and sweet replys!

Have a good one! Are you camping or not? If you are, make sure to have a good airbed. I've been with older people and because the ground is wobly (at least at the Dragon field) it's important for your back to have good sleeping gear.

[maninkilt]

What a guy!

See you there

[grumpyhack]

You're never too old for Glasto. Remember the man who stole the show last year was Leonard Cohen aged 73.

Have a great one but be prepared for some walking. There's a lot to see and the site is huge. But maybe as a special guest they'll lay on some transport. Otherwise there's always the Monorail.

[elkel]

Thanx guys. I can feel the spirit of glastonbury already

[Billy09]

Been trying to persuade my Mum and Dad in their 60s to come for years. Please report back on what an experience you have had so I can show them!

[bexj]

Been trying to persuade my Mum and Dad in their 60s to come for years. Please report back on what an experience you have had so I can show them!

[themuel]

Brilliant, my nan went in 2007 for the first time and she was 75 at the time, she had one of the best weekends of her life!! If you're anything like her you will have the best time ever, good work!!