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Glastonbury stage given 2008 revamp

Published Wednesday, Feb 20 2008, 15:25 GMT | By Alex Fletcher
The John Peel Stage has been given a revamp for this year's Glastonbury Festival.

Named in the honour of the late Radio 1 DJ, the stage traditionally hosts new bands and lesser-known acts at the summer bash.

Last year's headliners were Hot Chip, The Twang and The Gossip.

Speaking about the facelift, organiser Martin Elbourne told NME: "We're doubling the size of the John Peel Stage. It’s going to be a much bigger, better tent, hopefully with a screen outside it."

Glastonbury takes place on June 27-29. Fans must register with the festival to purchase a ticket on April 6.

Kings of Leon, Jay-Z and The Verve have already been confirmed as the Pyramid Stage headliners.

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