Coldplay and Kylie Minogue to head Glastonbury festival line-up

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LONDON (AFP) — Glastonbury festival organisers unveiled the long-awaited line-up for the annual music extravaganza, with rockers Coldplay and Australian pop star Kylie Minogue in the lead.

More than 200 acts will appear across the 11 stages of the festival held in Pilton, Somerset in southwest England, from June 24 to 26.

The line-up, straying from Glastonbury's early focus on rock and alternative culture, is an eclectic affair, with folk legend Van Morrison, spoof Welsh rappers Goldie Lookin' Chain, "indie" stars White Stripes and the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson performing on the main Pyramid stage.

Other top acts include newcomers The Killers and electronica comeback duo New Order.

The John Peel stage, named after the late BBC disc jockey and champion...