Rod Stewart Announces New Whisky Venture Ahead of Glastonbury Performance
Rod Stewart has announced a new venture, Wolfie’s Whisky, just days ahead of his Glastonbury performance. The rock legend disclosed that performing at the festival will cost him £300,000. Despite the financial burden, fans are excited for his new spirit launch and the upcoming show featuring guest singers, including Ronnie Wood.
In the run-up to his much-anticipated performance at Glastonbury, Rod Stewart has excited fans with a surprising announcement that goes beyond music. The British rock star took to Instagram on June 20, sharing a cryptic message along with a photo of himself in a sleek black suit, holding a discreet bottle. “I am so looking forward to playing Glastonbury and you know what? Something new is coming,” he hinted, quickly sending followers into a frenzy.
The message teased the arrival of his latest venture, Wolfie’s Whisky. Launched earlier this year, the whisky brand is a passion project for Stewart, drawing on his Scottish heritage and partnership with the Loch Lomond Distillery, which has been crafting spirits since 1772. The rock icon expressed gratitude for the distillery’s willingness to let them conduct extensive tastings, albeit “for professional purposes, of course.”
With his fans buzzing about the whisky, it’s worth noting that Glastonbury comes at a steep price for the 80-year-old star. He’s revealed that the festival performance, expected to draw huge crowds, will set him back a whopping £300,000, despite the festival only compensating him £120,000. The costs pile up fast with a 12-piece band and all the required gear flying in from America, proving it’s not all fun and games.
Stewart, who hasn’t flown commercial in two decades, is keen on keeping things comfortable for his tour. “You gotta get there in comfort. You book the best hotels,” he noted. While his band will be riding Premium Economy, he obviously has his own luxurious way of traveling. Fans might want to take heed — that’s some high-maintenance rock royalty right there!
As for his Glastonbury set, time is certainly not on his side. Allocated just one hour and 15 minutes, he reportedly begged for an extra 15 minutes, a sharp contrast to his typical two-hour shows. Sadly, this means that a few beloved hits might not make it into the setlist. However, he put a silver lining on it by announcing that three guest singers would be joining him on stage, including the legendary Rolling Stones guitarist, Ronnie Wood, who just happens to be an old pal from The Faces crew.
Rod Stewart’s anticipation for Glastonbury carries a hefty price tag with an exciting side of whisky. As he prepares for the performance of a lifetime, fans are abuzz over his new spirit venture. Though the shortened set list may mean some hits are missed, the promise of special guests adds an extra thrill to the show. All in all, it looks like Rod is ready to deliver a stunning performance, while still managing to keep his legacy as an icon alive and well.
Original Source: www.express.co.uk
