Oh is this the way they say the future's meant to feel

We were somewhere outside of Yeovil when the clouds broke free.

So, after one score and 10 years, I finally made it to my first Glastonbury. Unbelievable. Epic. Grand. It was to be quite honest better than I'd expected, despite the severe mud, pain and lashing rain for a day or so. It was all about the music. It was just what I needed to get this page going again.

big Friday:

The Naked and the Famous Possibilities, hot front woman, catchy sound, but poorly poorly miked up. More investigation needed.

Wu-Tang Clan The mother-effing Wu-Tang Clan! They don't like UK customs, but they did get the weekend off with a bounce and Method Man was in a dressing gown. Hold up your W's!

BB King The King of the Blues himself. Had to virtually be wheeled on stage, and missed a few notes early on. But he's 86 or so! His fingers warmed up, and that voice was as strong as it's ever been, so compelling. "Thankkkkew!"

Heliocentrics ft. Mulatu Astatke Caught them last year in London, and glad to get a second viewing. Like The Naked and Famous however they were really badly miked, so you had to fill in the gaps yourself. Amazing sounds despite that. Mulatu as a true legend.

Fleet Foxes One of a couple of reasons why I went in the first place, the Foxes were all I'd hoped they'd be. Vocal harmonies were outstanding, and didn't even require the musical accompaniment that itself was faultless.

Mumford and Sons Wasn't a huge fan but they created a great vibe throughout the crowd, and despite the constant rain it was buzzing.

DJ Shadow/U2 Bounced in between the two, Shadow's deck wizardy was phenomenal, but perhaps didn't quite fit for me standing alone in a damp field. Jumped over to catch the end of U2, just for the spectacle really.

calm Saturday:

Thea Gilmore sings Dylan's John Wesley Harding A personal one for me, one of my favourite albums. Some things shouldn't be touched by others but Gilmore's voice is class and her band super-talented. A very enjoyable our spent with some 'old friends'.

Aloe Blacc Another I'd come to see. No two ways to say it, he's one cool mother! Slick, stylish and a supreme soul voice. Peaked at the finale with 'I Need A Dollar' and it went off.

Janelle Monae Stayed on at West Holts stage after Aloe and discovered my unexpected highlight of the whole festival. Can't recommend this lady enough. A former backing singer for Outkast, she has all the jump, stylishness and outlandish performance of her mentors. Dancers, painters, actors and a tight, funky band made for a fantastic show. Look her up.

Coldplay Anthemic, sing-along memories. It's kind of part-and-parcel of a festival. They've got plenty of detractors, bur Coldplay know how to do this, and put on a great show. It's what you want from a big headliner.

sunny Sunday:

Don McLean An old master on a sunny Sunday afternoon. 'American Pie' probably lasted for a good 25-minutes. He may even have written more verses on the spot, who knows?!

Laura Marling Impressive folkster. The timid, mouse-like stature belies a powerful voice with equal statements. Not sure how many were about Mumford, but I'd hate to be in receipt of some of those songs.

Paul Simon Better than hoped. His rhythms are tremendous, and a backing band seemingly straight out of Nashville grooved all afternoon. The encore of 'Call Me Al' was possibly one of the most anticipated songs of the weekend by everybody.

Beyonce I had to do it! It's not rock and roll, but she puts on one hell of a performance. Fireworks, dancing, booty-shaking.....it was all in full flow. A good, kick-ass way to close things out.

Roll on 2013.