here. “I’m overwhelmed with emotions, this is the most surreal feeling I’ve ever experienced.”. The vest was worn by Stormzy during his historic show at Glastonbury, The artist won praise for the politics of his headline act. We pay for your stories! Stormzy at Glastonbury.". THANK YOU GUYS, THANK YOU GOD. Elusive artist Banksy has revealed he was the designer behind the Union Jack stab vest worn by Stormzy as he headlined at Glastonbury. Thank you to my lil brother @djtiiny theres no way in hell I could do this without you you have my back always and I’m so proud of you - you are my brother in arms we go to war together I appreciate you. Elusive artist Banksy has revealed he was the designer behind the Union Jack stab vest worn by Stormzy as he headlined at Glastonbury. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. "And we're only getting f****** started, I promise you that.". Stormzy at…” • Follow their account to see 121 posts. Stormzy at Glastonbury. In an Instagram post, the Bristolian wrote, "I made a customised stab-proof vest and thought - who could possibly wear this? I am proud of myself and I feel blessed and fulfilled and purposeful. Once onstage he said: "This is the greatest night of my entire life. Enigmatic artist Banksy has revealed that he designed the stabproof vest that Stormzy wore during the first part of his headline set at Glastonbury.. 10.2m Followers, 0 Following, 121 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Banksy (@banksy) Glastonbury 2019: Banksy reveals he designed Stormzy’s Glastonbury Union Jack stab vest... so does he know who Banksy really is? Your Glastonbury 2019 headliner, over and out. Are you sure you want to mark this comment as inappropriate? ", The crowd completed the lyrics, chanting: "F*** the government and f*** Boris.". You can find our Community Guidelines in full The graffiti piece has been painted by a beauty … Banksy shared a post on Instagram: “. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Street artist Banksy made the customised stab-proof vest Stormzy wore last night when he headlined Glastonbury. To Ballet Black, the grace, beauty and feeling you blessed the world with yesterday was felt in the hearts of millions. I made a customised stab-proof vest and thought - who could possibly wear this? Banksy shared the news on his Instagram. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The London-born rapper thanked supporters for praising his performance, adding he was “overwhelmed” after his headline slot. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Are you sure you want to submit this vote? For other inquiries Contact Us. But Stormzy appeared to be unaware of who designed the vest, and said on Twitter: "Absolutely f****** speechless. A new Banksy installation has appeared in Croydon, South London, featuring the stab-proof vest worn by British star Stormzy during his headline set at the Glastonbury festival in July. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? “Tell me again how great music doesn't transcend genres and boundaries. The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday - Friday plus breaking news updates, Register with your social account or click here to log in. Jon Startin wrote: “Stormzy - a grime artist who's had his songs played on Radio 2. Who possibly the most famous artist of his generation, Banksy, makes custom art for. ", Banksy wrote: “I made a customised stab-proof vest and thought – who could possibly wear this? The Croydon-born rapper wrote the stab vest on the iconic Pyramid Stage last night as Britain fights a bloody knife-crime epidemic with 30 blade-related deaths in London since the start of 2019. The graffti artist’s revelation prompted speculation on social media about how the pair know each other. A mysterious work of street art in the style of Banksy has appeared on a brick wall in Nottingham. James Ball is Mixmag's Weekend Editor. Reacting, one person said: “Banksy made Stormzy’s bulletproof vest. Banksy: Artist to sell works including Stormzy's stab vest in Croydon shop from just £10. To the whole of my #MERKY team - my family who hold me down and have my back till the end. View our online Press Pack. The youngest victim of London's knife crime horror was 14-year-old Jaden Moodie. Stormzy at Glastonbury.". From Stormzy to Skepta to Neneh Cherry, the unexpected London debut of the Italian house’s new collection was a reflection of today’s Cool Britannia. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The rapper confirmed this via his own Instagram post, in which he referred to Banksy as "the greatest, most iconic living artist on planet earth," and gave thanks to those who featured in, and contributed to, his Glastonbury performance, including Coldplay's Chris Martin, Jay-Z, Dave and Fredo. To Princess K - you are a superstar, the crowd went absolutely crazy for you and I’m so excited to watch you take the world by storm. @banksy posted on their Instagram profile • 10.2m people follow them. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. A vest that’s capable of stopping…” Stormzy's historic set opened with a video featuring Jay-Z, before he took to the stage to begin with a performance of his 2015 track Know Me From. I made a customised stab-proof vest and thought - who could possibly wear this? Check out our review of the groundbreaking set here. Stormzy made a bold political statement at his iconic Glastonbury set on the weekend, wearing a stab-proof vest designed by the ever-elusive activist Banksy. Email us at tips@the-sun.co.uk or call 0207 782 4368. Performing his recent hit Vossi Bop, Stormzy rapped: "I could never die, I'm Chuck Norris. I opened my set with words of encouragement from my hero and ultimate inspiration and the greatest rapper to ever grace planet Earth Jay-Z. Stormzy at Glastonbury." Stormzy at Glastonbury.”. Dave & Fredo - I love you my brothers, UK’s finest rappers, thank you from my heart for helping me light up the stage and making one of the most beautiful moments our culture has seen. It raises the prospect that the rapper could know the real identity of Banksy, who has gone to great lengths to keep his real name a secret during his career. To Mac, Trizzy, Bobby, C1, Flipz my BikeStormz family I’m so happy the world got to see you lots talent and skills - you just showed the world about bikelife - be very fucking proud. The set was broadcasted uncensored on BBC Two. The graffiti artist shared a picture of the grime star on Instagram wearing the vest with the caption: "I made a customised stab-proof vest and thought - who could possibly wear this? Last night I headlined Glastonbury in a stab-proof vest custom made by the greatest, most iconic living artist on planet earth, the one and only BANKSY. ❤️, A post shared by @ stormzy on Jun 29, 2019 at 8:15am PDT. I entered an early version of this into the RA summer exhibition under the pseudonym Bryan S…” • Follow their account to see 121 posts. I got to sing with the most incredible and legendary man I know - Chris Martin - a man who’s genius I am so in awe of that it makes me go to studio and try to emulate him. To Bronski, Amber, Misty, Trev, Kojo, Tim, James, Sam & my whole tour/creative/production team I appreciate you all and I’m forever grateful. Paige Turley left boyfriend trapped in car for 2hrs with no phone signal, Bond icon Sean Connery once paid £180,000 not to appear in a movie, Love Island's Jack Fincham and Laura Anderson 'locked lips' and 'are romantic', Matthew McConaughey says dad died of a heart attack while having sex, Rangers-daft Brian Matthews celebrates Old Firm win with pint in Carlisle boozer, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. To my band and to my amazing choir who have worked tireless and given this their everything all whilst sounding flawless, effortless and amazing I appreciate you all very much I can’t do this without you. Stormzy at Glastonbury". 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Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, Banksy revealed he is the mastermind behind Stormzy's Union Jack stab vest, The grime artist took to the stage and became the first black British solo artist to top the bill at the festival since it began in 1970, Banksy left this caption when he shared the photo, Maya Jama supports boyfriend Stormzy at Glastonbury 2019, Stormzy took to Glastonbury's Pyramid stage wearing a stab vest emblazoned with the Union Jack, He called the event the 'greatest night of my life', Fireworks lit up Glastonbury festival during Stormzy' set, Stormzy discusses knife crime while on stage at Glastonbury Festival, Stormzy graced the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival on day three of the music extrvaganza, Stormzy's set was broadcast on BBC Two uncensored, Stormzy was congratulated on his appearance by Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, He has been outspoken on the issue of inequality since coming to prominence in 2014, At a performance at last year's Brit Awards, he said: "Theresa May, where's the money for Grenfell? Click here to upload yours. “At 25 years old I am the second youngest solo act to ever headline Glastonbury, the youngest being a 24-year-old David Bowie in 1971. 293.4k Likes, 1,824 Comments - Banksy (@banksy) on Instagram: “. While last year was the capital's bloodiest in almost a decade, as the number of homicides reached 135. To Big TJ & James for getting me ready and prepared for the energy this set would need. With the performance, Stormzy made history as the first black British solo artist to headline Glastonbury. While wearing the vest, the Londoner took a swipe at Tory leadership hopeful Boris Johnson during his explosive set.