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Matty Healy of The 1975 performed at Glastonbury, expressing nervousness and humorously claiming to be the best songwriter of his generation, while stating the band intentionally avoided political messages during their set, despite displaying politically charged images on screens.
The 1975 headlined Glastonbury with a polished but somewhat safe performance, featuring their greatest hits and elaborate production, while frontman Matty Healy delivered a mix of confidence and vulnerability. The festival also showcased surprise performances from artists like Lorde, Lewis Capaldi, and others, highlighting a diverse and vibrant lineup. The event reflected a blend of musical nostalgia, new releases, and festival spectacle, with notable moments including Morissette's debut and Busta Rhymes' energetic rap set.
Glastonbury Festival kicks off with performances from artists like The 1975, Alanis Morissette, and others, featuring a politically charged atmosphere and special performances, with The 1975 headlining their only show of the year and rumors of Lewis Capaldi's return.
Taylor Swift's rumored relationship with The 1975 frontman Matty Healy, which was never publicly confirmed, takes center stage in her newly-released double album, sparking disappointment and surprise among fans who expected more focus on her ex of six years, Joe Alwyn. The album's narrative around Healy, who has faced criticism for derogatory comments, has stirred mixed reactions among Swifties, with some expressing shame for previously criticizing the relationship and others finding the album's references to be niche and requiring decoding.
Taylor Swift's latest album "The Tortured Poets Department" has sparked speculation about her relationship with Matty Healy, the lead singer of The 1975. Fans have pointed to lyrical evidence in the album that suggests it may be about Healy, including references to typewriters, specific names, and past behaviors. Swift and Healy were rumored to have been in a short-lived romance following her split with actor Joe Alwyn. The album's lyrics seem to allude to the ups and downs of their relationship, and Swift's personal experiences with Healy.
Taylor Swift's latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, appears to address her brief relationship with The 1975's frontman, Matty Healy, rather than her six-year relationship with British actor Joe Alwyn. Fans are dissecting the album's songs for references to Healy, with some expressing disappointment at the focus on him. The album has received positive early reactions and features collaborations with Post Malone and Florence Welch, with physical copies including an original poem from Stevie Nicks.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," delves into her brief relationship with The 1975 frontman Matty Healy, portraying him as her most toxic boyfriend yet. The album features lyrics that reference their whirlwind romance and subsequent breakup, with Swift taking aim at Healy's behavior and personality. Healy, known for courting controversy, has been the subject of Swift's scorn in the album, but it remains to be seen how this will impact his career as a rock star.
Matty Healy, frontman of The 1975, announced during a show in Sacramento that the band will be going on an "indefinite hiatus" from live shows after their current tour ends. The band is currently on the North American leg of their 'Still ... At Their Very Best' tour and will be performing in San Jose, San Diego, and Los Angeles in the coming weeks. They recently announced a 2024 UK and European tour, which will be their biggest European shows to date. The hiatus will mark the end of the 'Being Funny In A Foreign Language' era for the band.
The organizer of a Malaysian music festival, Future Sound Asia, is seeking $2.7 million in losses from British band The 1975 after its lead singer's on-stage protest against Malaysia's anti-gay laws resulted in the festival being shut down. The band's performance, which included profanities and a kiss between band members, sparked backlash in the predominantly Muslim country where homosexuality is a crime. Future Sound Asia claims that the band's actions violated their contract and caused financial losses. The company has demanded compensation and threatened legal action if the band fails to respond.
The 1975's headlining set at Lollapalooza showcased lead singer Matty Healy's controversial behavior, including smoking, drinking, and making provocative comments, while also delivering a strong vocal performance. Drummer George Daniel's exceptional performance was overshadowed by Healy's antics, despite being the linchpin of the band's success on stage.
British pop-rock band The 1975 has canceled upcoming concerts in Indonesia and Taiwan after their gig in Malaysia was cut short due to lead singer Matty Healy's criticism of Malaysia's anti-LGBT laws and a controversial on-stage kiss. Homosexuality is illegal in Malaysia and banned in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province. The band cited "current circumstances" for the cancellations, without elaborating. The incident has sparked concerns among Malaysia's LGBT community about increased stigma and discrimination.
The Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia was canceled after Matty Healy, the lead singer of British band The 1975, criticized the country's anti-LGBTQ laws and kissed a bandmate on stage. Homosexual acts are illegal in Malaysia, and the Ministry of Communications canceled the event in response to the incident. Healy's expletive-laden speech expressed his frustration with the government's restrictions and called for acceptance. The cancellation has sparked controversy, with some fans concerned about the impact on artistic expression, while members of Malaysia's LGBTQ+ community have criticized Healy's actions as performative and potentially leading to further discrimination. This is not the first time Healy has faced controversy for his onstage behavior.
Malaysia's government halted the Good Vibes Festival in Kuala Lumpur and banned British band The 1975 from performing in the country after the band's frontman, Matt Healy, kissed a male bandmate onstage and criticized Malaysia's anti-LGBT laws. Homosexuality is illegal in Malaysia, and rights groups have warned of growing intolerance. The incident sparked uproar on social media, with some accusing Healy of "performative activism" that could further stigmatize and discriminate against the local LGBT community. The festival's organizers apologized for the cancellation and expressed concern about the impact on the music industry. Malaysia's government has introduced stricter guidelines for foreign acts, citing the need to protect sensitivities.
The 1975's festival set in Malaysia was cut short after lead singer Matty Healy criticized the country's anti-LGBTQ+ laws during a speech on stage. Healy expressed his frustration with the government's stance on gay rights and called them "a bunch of fucking retards." The band's bassist, Ross MacDonald, then kissed Healy on stage. After their seventh song, Healy announced that they had been banned from Kuala Lumpur and the band left the stage. The festival organizers cited "non-compliance with local performance guidelines" as the reason for the shortened set. This is not the first time Healy has spoken out against anti-LGBTQ+ laws, as he previously kissed a male fan during a show in Dubai, where homosexuality is illegal.
Matty Healy, lead singer of The 1975, addressed his recent controversies during a London show, acknowledging that he has said things and made jokes that he would take back. He expressed his desire to make people laugh and feel good through his art. This comes after backlash from a podcast appearance earlier this year, where he participated in racist and misogynistic jokes. He has previously apologized publicly and referenced the online hate he has received. Matty's online criticism resurfaced when he was reportedly dating Taylor Swift, but they have since broken up.