Fatboy Slim reveals he’s “never been paid” to play Glastonbury – and has performed there over 100 times
Fatboy Slim says he has never been paid to perform at Glastonbury, despite playing there more than 100 times. His comments highlight his long relationship with the festival, where he has appeared both on major stages and in smaller venues, sometimes without being officially booked.
Cook said festival organisers Emily and Michael Eavis give him free tickets and let him play informal sets. He described Glastonbury as a joyful, forward-thinking celebration of alternative culture; the festival is known for relatively low artist fees and has recently made substantial charitable donations, including £2 million to an NHS Somerset charity in 2025.
- Fatboy Slim says Glastonbury has never paid him to perform.
- He has played there more than 100 times.
- He receives free tickets and values the festival’s independent character.