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Rod Stewart is gearing up for a monumental summer as he announces the release of Ultimate Hits, his first-ever solo best-of album, arriving just days before his long-awaited debut at Glastonbury Festival 2025.
Set to land on June 27 via Warner, the album will bring together the very best from Stewart’s extraordinary career, spanning decades of chart-topping classics and fan favourites. It marks the first time that the music icon’s biggest solo tracks have been compiled into one definitive collection, offering both longtime fans and new listeners a comprehensive look at his legendary back catalogue.
The release of Ultimate Hits couldn’t be better timed, coming as part of Stewart’s 80th birthday celebrations and ahead of one of the most high-profile performances of his career. Just two days after the album drops, he will take to Glastonbury’s iconic Pyramid Stage for the coveted Sunday afternoon ‘Legends Slot’, a set that traditionally draws some of the biggest crowds of the weekend.
With a reported 80,000 people expected to pack the field, Stewart is poised to deliver a show packed with sing-along anthems and timeless ballads, likely pulled from the very track list of Ultimate Hits. Known for hits like Maggie May, Do Ya Think I’m Sexy? Sailing and The First Cut Is the Deepest, fans can expect a crowd-pleasing, hit-filled performance from one of the UK’s most enduring stars.
Speaking about the new compilation, Stewart expressed his excitement for fans to rediscover his biggest songs in one place. The album will chart his journey from the early days of solo stardom through to his modern-day renaissance, a career that has seen him sell over 250 million records worldwide and receive countless accolades, including a knighthood.
Ultimate Hits is not only a celebration of Stewart’s lasting legacy but also a reminder of the power of classic pop and rock music to unite generations. With Glastonbury just around the corner, the timing is perfect for both the release and the performance to showcase the full scope of what makes Rod Stewart such an iconic and beloved figure in music.
As Glasto fever begins to build, all eyes are on the Pyramid Stage this June, and with Ultimate Hits in hand, Rod Stewart looks set to deliver a career-defining moment that fans won’t soon forget.
