Fatboy Slim, also known as Norman Cook, has revealed he has never been paid for his performances at Glastonbury Festival, despite playing there over 100 times. Cook has been a consistent presence at Worthy Farm, headlining stages such as The Park and Other Stage, and performing at smaller venues like the Rabbit Hole and the Lonely Hearts Club.
Cook noted that while he has never been paid, he has also never paid to attend the festival, receiving free tickets from Emily and Michael Eavis. He described Glastonbury as "the most fun, forward-thinking, beautiful human experience of alternative culture."
Glastonbury Festival is known for its relatively low artist fees, which is attributed to its commitment to charitable donations. In January 2025, the festival announced donations of £2 million to NHS Somerset charity and £126,000 to support NHS hospitals in Bristol and nursing staff, alongside £1.27 million to organisations including the British Red Cross, Oxfam, and War Child.
Cook expressed pride in his long-standing relationship with Glastonbury, highlighting the festival's independence from corporate influence. He stated that the Eavis family maintains control over the festival's character, and that it is not primarily about making money.