Springsteen's June 27 slot was filled by Jay-Z in 2008, but that controversial choice paid off with a masterful performance and Glastonbury's organisers are hoping that the Boss can emulate that this year.

"I'm so pleased that Bruce Springsteen has agreed to come to Worthy Farm for the first time," says promoter Michael Eavis. "He's one of the all-time rock legends and I'm confident that this will be one of our best shows ever."

Among the other acts booked to ...