Singer tells crowd at London's O2 Arena 'there is no film'.
Labour leader was invited to the popular festival by activist and singer Billy Bragg.
Album, reportedly titled Formation, could be set for release on Friday 1 April 2016.
Richards, 72, also slammed singing competition TV shows such as The X Factor.
The Hello singer blamed a rise in testosterone for the growth of her facial hair.
Somerset festival, also headlined by Muse and Coldplay, taking place in June
The Hello singer made a comeback in November 2015, following a three-year break.
Hello singer performed final show at London's O2 Arena on 22 March 2016.
Senior entertainment reporter Alicia Adejobi rounds up this week's music stories.
Rihanna is bringing her stadium tour to the UK in June 2016.
Among pictures stolen and leaked by the hacker was an image of Adele's pregnancy scan.
The singer made the announcement on the stage at London's 02 arena.
Hello singer currently performing at London's O2 Arena on world tour.
The singer had previously encouraged a reluctant boyfriend to say yes to his girlfriend's proposal.
Lamar's surprise fourth album sold more than 178,000 copies in its first week
Corden's popular segment reaches 412 million YouTube views
Music reporter Alicia Adejobi rounds up this week's music stories.
The singer drops in on Rebecca Gibney after campaign by mother for star to send message to sick daughter.
Singer opened world tour at the SSE Arena in Belfast on 29 February 2016.
In his award presentation speech, Peake congratulated the artist who dominated the ceremony.
Music reporter Alicia Adejobi rounds up all the action from the 2016 Brit Awards.
Speculation continues as to the Fight for This Love singer's marital status.