Gorillaz’ fictional member Murdoc has joked that it was only “us or the Beatles” who could replace U2 at Glastonbury.
The cartoon band, fronted live by Damon Albarn, will play the Pyramid Stage on June 25 after the Irish group were forced to pull out.
In a statement, Murdoc said: "We're like some great big horrible warship pulling in to the bay of Glastonbury to save the day.
“It was us or the Beatles and they split up years ago.”
It will be the second time in two years that Albarn has headlined Glastonbury after he performed with Blur in 2009.
Gorillaz are expected to be joined by special guests during their set.
The festival, which runs from June 25-27, will also feature headliners Muse and Stevie Wonder.
For more information about Glastonbury and all this summer's festivals, check out the Gigwise Festival Guide.
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