Your Glastonbury train ride could be extra noisy this year with a special performance (Picture: Uber)
Glastonbury 2024 is nearly upon us and ticket-holders could get an early glimpse at one of the performers before they even arrive at Worthy Farm.
While the line-up has been somewhat controversial this year, with numerous clashes angering fans, the iconic festival has an undeniable buzz surrounding it.
Anyone travelling by train to Glastonbury could witness an unusual performance from rising UK star Nia Archives.
The jungle artist will take over one carriage of the Uber train heading to Castle Cary on Wednesday, June 26, to perform a DJ set at 100mph.
That’s right, keen drum and bass fans will be able to catch the 7am — yes you read that right, 7am — journey from Paddington, London to Glasto.
Fans can enter through the website for a chance to snag a free spot on the carriage (and therefore free travel to Glasto) with winners announced on June 13.
Nia Archives will perform her hit new album at 100mph (Picture: Uber)
The jungle star is performing in a one-off gig (Picture: Uber)
Nia, who is also set to play the West Holts stage on Sunday, said: ‘Buzzin’ to be heading back to my fave place on earth, Glastonbury!!
‘Never thought I’d be DJing in a carriage, but am sooo excited to start the party with ravers on the Uber train.’
Those ravers will be escorted into a VIP area at the iconic London station, with drinks and food provided by Uber Eats before their journey starts.
Getting first-class treatment, luggage will be taken and stored for passengers before they board the highspeed mini festival carriage.
The 24-year-old, real name Dehaney Nia Lishahn Hunt, is at the forefront of the new-gen junglist wave, having released her debut album Silence Is Loud in April.
Speaking of the slightly unhinged collaboration, Andrew Brem, General Manager at Uber UK, said ‘We’re thrilled to be adding some magic to peoples’ journeys to Castle Cary giving them a brilliant kick-start to the UK’s festival-lined summer.
Fans can enter a lottery to win tickets (Picture: Uber)
Nia will play the West Holts stage on Sunday (Picture: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)
Key set times for Glastonbury headliners
Friday Glastonbury set times
Pyramid Stage
DUA LIPA 22:00 – 23:45
LCD SOUNDSYSTEM 19:45 – 21:00
Other Stage
IDLES 22:15 – 23:30
D-BLOCK EUROPE 20:30 – 21:30
ANNE-MARIE 18:45 – 19:45
BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB 17:15 – 18:15
Avalon Stage
KATE NASH 21:35 – 22:35
HAIRCUT 100 20:05 – 21:05
LULU 18:35 – 19:35
Acoustic Stage
SCOUTING FOR GIRLS 20:00 – 21:00
Park Stage
FONTAINES D.C. 23:00 – 00:15
DEXYS 18:00 – 19:00
BARRY CAN’T SWIM 14:00 – 14:45
Saturday Glastonbury set times
Pyramid Stage
COLDPLAY 21:45 – 23:45
LITTLE SIMZ 19:45 – 20:45
KEANE 16:00 – 17:00
CYNDI LAUPER 14:30 – 15:30
Other Stage
DISCLOSURE 22:30 – 23:45
THE STREETS 20:30 – 21:30
CAMILA CABELLO 18:45 – 19:45
West Holts Stage
JESSIE WARE 22:15 – 23:45
MASEGO 20:30 – 21:30
Stonebridge Bar
RUDIMENTAL B2B TODD EDWARDS 03:30 – 05:00
IDRIS ELBA 02:30 – 03:30
Acoustic Stage
RUSSELL CROWE’S INDOOR GARDEN PARTY 18:30 – 19:30
Sunday Glastonbury set times
Pyramid Stage
SZA 21:30 – 23:15
BURNA BOY 19:30 – 20:30
JANELLE MONAE 17:45 – 18:45
SHANIA TWAIN 15:45 – 17:00
PALOMA FAITH 13:45 – 14:45
SEASICK STEVE 12:30 – 13:15
Other Stage
THE NATIONAL 21:45 – 23:15
TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB 19:45 – 20:45
AVRIL LAVIGNE 18:00 – 19:00
Avalon Stage
THE FEELING 22:50 – 23:50
CAITY BASER 21:20 – 22:20
BABY QUEEN 18:20 – 19:20
‘With trains on Uber, it’s easier than ever to book your door-to-door travel all in one app.’
Uber launched its train capabilities in 2022 and will offer anyone who doesn’t manage to win tickets to the rave 20% credits back on their trip to Castle Cary this June.
Glastonbury is mere weeks away, with Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and Sza all set to headline and Shania Twain taking the legends slot.
Yesterday the full line-up was revealed with iconic acts like Dexy’s Midnight Runners and indie group James performing.
There’s set to be plenty of nostalgic moments with the likes of The Feeling, Scouting For Girls, Lulu, and Cyndi Lauper performing.
West Holts will play host to dance artists like Nia, Jungle, Jessie Ware, and Justice as well as Sugababes.
It’s set to be a muddy one though so don’t forget your waterproofs as you rush to the station to catch Nia’s first class gig.
For a chance to see Nia Archives perform, visit Uber’s competition website. Winners will be revealed on June 13.
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