Muse triumphed on a fantastic opening day at the V Festival in Chelmsford.
The ring played a hit-laden set commencing with the strident �Map Of The Problematique� before climaxing an hour and half later with a thundery rendition of �Knights Of Cydonia�.
Frontman Matt Bellamy was in typically charismatic pattern � showcasing why he is one of Britain�s best living musicians and performers.
Highlights of the show including the mass sing-alongs of �Feeling Good�, �Time Is Running Out� and �Supermassive Blackhole�.
After two encores the ring ended their show with a waterfall of fireworks and flames engrossing the stage � much to the astonishment of the crowd in attendance.
The Verve are set to headline the Chelmsford site tonight while Muse will take to the stage in Staffordshire.
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