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London politics
fromIrish Independent
8 hours ago

Row over 'censored' Kneecap poster deepens as Transport for London denies banning word Fenian

TfL initially prohibited a poster featuring a balaclava logo due to potential public offense, but a new version has been approved with redactions.
#fenian
London music
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Confrontational and controversial, Kneecap are in a more sophisticated but less playful mood with new album

Kneecap's new album 'Fenian' shifts focus back to music amidst controversies, featuring confrontational themes and weightier content compared to their previous work.
London music
fromSPIN
6 days ago

Kneecap Won't Stop Fighting and Partying on 'Fenian' - SPIN

Kneecap's album Fenian combines political messages with a fun musical style, addressing issues like Israel and British imperialism without toning down their confrontational lyrics.
#mo-chara
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
London music

Kneecap: Fenian review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

Kneecap's Mo Chara expresses a desire for an off-grid life amidst controversy and challenges faced by the band since their last album.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
UK politics

Kneecap's Mo Chara leaves court after terror charge thrown out

Mo Chara's terrorism charges were dismissed and he said the case targeted Gaza supporters, denounced the British state and declared "Free Palestine".
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Kneecap: Fenian review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

Kneecap's Mo Chara expresses a desire for an off-grid life amidst controversy and challenges faced by the band since their last album.
London music
Kneecap embodies contemporary Irish republican sentiment through their music and activism, drawing parallels with historical struggles and advocating for rights and reunification.
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Kneecap share powerful Kae Tempest collab "Irish Goodbye" (watch the short film)

Kneecap's new song 'Irish Goodbye' is a tribute to Móglai Bap's late mother, featuring Kae Tempest and accompanied by a poignant short film.
London music
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Kneecap Will Never Back Down

Kneecap's new album 'Fenian' aims to reclaim Irish heritage amidst political challenges faced after their pro-Palestine stance at Coachella 2025.
NYC music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Kneecap Perform in Havana as Part of Humanitarian Aid Convoy: "As Long as Cuba Calls, Ireland Will Answer"

Kneecap delivered critical supplies and solidarity messages to Cuba, emphasizing Irish support against the U.S. blockade.
#legal-procedure
#fenian-album
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Sex Pistols' Glen Matlock Calls Trump-Supporting Punks "Weird," Commends Kneecap's Activism

There's a lot of stuff these days I don't understand about punk myself. It became a very broad church, a long way from the Sex Pistols to the Talking Heads and from The Slits to the Dolly Mixture or something like that, musically. But also a lot of punks got the wrong end of the stick, and maybe some progenitors of it did as well.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

UK prosecutors seek to reinstate terrorism' charge against Kneecap rapper

Prosecutors seek to reinstate a terrorism charge against Kneecap rapper Liam O'Hanna for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a London gig.
#terrorism-charge
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

'The Brits are at it again' - Kneecap 'will not be silent' over appeal against decision to end terror case

A technical charging error led a magistrate to dismiss charges against O hAnnaidh for displaying a Hezbollah flag, and the government plans to appeal.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Kneecap's Moglai Bap greeted by President Catherine Connolly during charity run

A 10km run to the President's official residence, Áras an Uachtaráin in the Phoenix Park, was organised by Kneecap in aid of charity. The run began at Dalymount Park, home to Bohemians FC, and was held in aid of the Gaza Food and Play project. More than 200 runners held Palestine flags, wore Bohs jerseys, and shouted "Free Palestine" as they ran through the rain. At one point, the runners ran towards a gap in the hedge surrounding the President's residence and cheered at Ms Connolly, who encouraged them on their journey.
Miscellaneous
#3arena
fromIndependent
4 months ago
Music

Kneecap at the 3Arena: Fairytale of New York, a rendition of The Auld Triangle, and a tribute to Manchan Magan - Belfast trio round out 2025 on a high

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Film

Kneecap at the 3Arena: Fairytale of New York, a rendition of The Auld Triangle, and a tribute to Manchan Magan - Belfast trio round out 2025 on a high

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Music

Kneecap at the 3Arena: Fairytale of New York, a rendition of The Auld Triangle, and a tribute to Manchan Magan - Belfast trio round out 2025 on a high

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Film

Kneecap at the 3Arena: Fairytale of New York, a rendition of The Auld Triangle, and a tribute to Manchan Magan - Belfast trio round out 2025 on a high

Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Bohemians unveil new Kneecap jersey for 2026 season

Bohemians released a 2026 away jersey in collaboration with Belfast rap group Kneecap, honoring Irish-Palestinian solidarity.
#crystal-palace-park
fromPitchfork
5 months ago

Kneecap Address Mo Chara Terrorism Charge on New Song "No Comment"

Kneecap have shared a new song that they made with the English DJ and producer Sub Focus. On the track, "No Comment," they address the terrorism charge that was brought against Mo Chara. Listen to the song, and see the artwork featuring Banksy's Royal Courts of Justice mural, below. "'No Comment' is all about getting harassed by the British state," Kneecap said in a statement.
Music
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

'A waste of taxpayer money' - Kneecap hit out at UK prosecutors' decision to appeal Mo Chara terror case ruling

Kneecap criticized UK prosecutors' appeal after a court dismissed terrorism charges against rapper Liam Ó hAnnaidh for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a gig.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

UK prosecutor says it will appeal decision to throw out case against Kneecap's Mo Chara

The CPS will appeal the magistrate’s decision to dismiss the case against Kneecap rapper Liam Ó hAnnaidh over an alleged Hezbollah flag display.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

CPS to appeal against dismissal of terrorism charge against Kneecap's Liam Og O hAnnaidh

Prosecutors will appeal against a court's decision to throw out a terrorism charge against the Kneecap rapper Liam Og O hAnnaidh. The 27-year-old was accused of displaying a flag in support of the proscribed terrorist organisation Hezbollah at a gig in November last year until a technical error in the way he was charged led to the chief magistrate ruling he could not try the case.
Law
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Canadian government asked to clarify whether Kneecap barred from country

A Canadian MP alleged Belfast rap trio Kneecap were ineligible to enter Canada for glorifying terrorist organisations, prompting demands for clarification and legal action.
UK news
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

Terror charge tossed out for Kneecap rapper Mo Chara

A U.K. judge dismissed a terrorism charge against Kneecap member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh due to lack of required consent and statutory time-limit jurisdictional defects.
Music
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

Kneecap: UK throws out terror case against rap group member DW 09/26/2025

A UK court dismissed a terror charge against Liam Og O hAnnaidh after prosecutors missed the statutory deadline by one day.
London music
fromPitchfork
7 months ago

Kneecap's Mo Chara Beats Terrorism Charge in England

A London judge dismissed the terrorism charge against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh (Mo Chara) because DPP and AG consent was not obtained within six months.
#hezbollah
#dua-lipa
World news
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago

Kneecap's manager accuses RTE of double standard in Kimmel support

Kneecap's manager criticized RTÉ after Patrick Kielty supported Jimmy Kimmel while band members were reportedly barred from wearing pro-Palestine emblems.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

Irish band Kneecap says Canada ban aims to silence opposition to genocide'

Kneecap members were deemed ineligible for entry because of actions and statements that violate Canadian law. Kneecap has publicly displayed support for terrorist organisations such as Hezbollah and Hamas that goes beyond artistic expression, said Gasparro in a video on social media. Canada stands firmly against hate speech, incitement to violence and the glorification of terrorism. Political debate and free speech are vital to our democracy, but open endorsements of terrorist groups are not free speech, he said.
Canada news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Canada bans Irish rap group Kneecap from entering the country

Liberal lawmaker Vince Gasparro, parliamentary secretary for combating crime, said Kneecap has publicly displayed support for terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas that goes beyond artistic expression. Canada stands firmly against hate speech, incitement to violence and the glorification of terrorism, Gasparro said in a video on social media. Political debate and free speech are vital to our democracy, but open endorsements of terrorist groups are not free speech.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Kneecap banned from Canada for glorifying terrorist organisations'

Recently, the rap group Kneecap has engaged in actions and have made statements that are contrary to Canadian values and laws that have caused deep alarm to our government. The group have amplified political violence and publicly displayed support for terrorist organisations such as Hezbollah and Hamas. These are not expressions of art or legitimate political critique, they are dangerous endorsements of violence and hate.
Canada news
#canada-entry-ban
#livestream-concert
#sayonara
#electric-picnic
#tour-cancellation
#us-tour-cancellation
UK news
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago

Kneecap forced to cancel upcoming US tour dates due to UK court hearing

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh faces a jurisdictional court ruling over an alleged Hezbollah flag incident, prompting Kneecap to cancel 15 US tour dates.
Music
fromwww.thelocal.fr
8 months ago

Kneecap to play Paris concert in defiance of objections

Irish rap group Kneecap will perform near Paris despite objections, subsidy withdrawals and a member charged for displaying a Hezbollah flag.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Kneecap press on with European tour despite Hungary ban and cancelled gigs

The Belfast hip-hop trio Kneecap are ploughing ahead with their European tour despite a ban on entering Hungary, the cancellation of a string of concerts in Austria and Germany, and the intense scrutiny of authorities in France. The Irish-language group will this Sunday play in front an expected 40,000 spectators at the Rock en Seine festival west of Paris, one of France's biggest live music events of the year, just days after one of their members appeared at a London court on a terrorism charge.
France news
#john-finucane
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago

Kneecap rapper arrives in court over terror charge

Liam Og O hAnnaidh (Mo Chara) denies a charge of displaying a Hezbollah-supporting flag at a London gig and calls the case political.
London music
fromIndependent
8 months ago

From Kneecap to Sinead O'Connor - the Irish musicians who rocked the system

Kneecap's activism on Gaza's genocide has prompted significant public and political awareness.
Music
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago

Kneecap apologise to fans after Vienna concert cancelled due to 'safety concerns'

Kneecap's planned performance in Vienna on September 1st is cancelled due to safety concerns after recent cancellations linked to their political stance.
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago

Kneecap apology to fans as Vienna concert cancelled due to 'safety concerns'

The group has faced several show cancellations, including performances at TRNSMT festival in Glasgow and the Eden Project in Cornwall, following their ban from entering Hungary for Sziget Festival.
Music
#music
#hungary
#sziget-festival
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago
Social justice

Hungary bans Kneecap from entering country for three years over 'antisemitic hate speech' ahead of Sziget Festival show

fromIrish Independent
9 months ago
Social justice

Hungary bans Kneecap from entering country for three years over 'antisemitic hate speech' ahead of Sziget Festival show

London music
fromConsequence
9 months ago

Kneecap No Longer Under Investigation Over Glastonbury Performance

Kneecap are no longer under investigation by UK authorities for their Glastonbury 2025 performance due to insufficient evidence.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 months ago

UK police to take no action against Kneecap after terrorism' investigation

Kneecap stated that the investigation was an attempt at state intimidation, asserting that "no law was broken" during their performance at Glastonbury.
Music
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

Kneecap to face no further action from police after Glastonbury performance

Avon and Somerset Police stated that further action will not be taken due to insufficient evidence for any potential convictions concerning commented made during Kneecap's Glastonbury performance.
UK news
London music
fromThe Local France
9 months ago

French town withdraws festival funding over Kneecap appearance

Saint-Cloud withdraws €40,000 subsidy for Rock En Seine festival due to controversy surrounding Kneecap's performance and accusations of political and violent statements.
Music
fromConsequence
9 months ago

David Draiman Calls Tom Morello "Shameful" for His Support of Kneecap

David Draiman condemned Tom Morello for praising Kneecap, citing concerns for his family's safety amid the band's pro-Palestine stance.
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

Stormont minister criticises bonfire at asbestos site as Kneecap effigies and Irish language signs destroyed

The bonfire at Meridi Street burned effigies of rap trio Kneecap and had an Irish language slogan urging people to "kill your local Kneecap." This ignited further controversy.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Kneecap advert 'banned' on London Tube network

Transport for London (TfL) deemed the Kneecap poster would 'likely cause widespread or serious offence to reasonable members of the public'.
London music
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

'See it. Say it. Censored' - Kneecap ad banned from London Tube

The poster featured the group's balaclava logo. Kneecap criticized political interference, stating they have successfully advertised multiple times before without being rejected.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
9 months ago

Kneecap poster banned on London Underground over fears of 'widespread and serious offence'

Kneecap's poster for their upcoming Wembley Arena show was rejected by Transport for London due to concerns it might cause widespread or serious offense, despite previous promotions being allowed.
London music
Music
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

'They can't stop us' - Kneecap hit back at Scottish first minister after festival spot pulled

The band's performance was canceled at TRNSMT due to police concerns and public protests.
London music
fromIrish Independent
10 months ago

'We will beat British Government for second time in court' - Kneecap at largest ever gig

Kneecap performed in Finsbury Park while highlighting political issues regarding Israel and Palestine.
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

How the Irish band Kneecap went from rising hip-hop group to global lightning rod

When Kneecap performed at Glastonbury music festival this year, bandmember Mo Chara told the crowd, 'us three have no right to be on this stage in front of this many people, rapping predominantly in a language that even people at home don't even speak.' Kneecap has risen to prominence amidst controversy surrounding its shows and political statements.
London music
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Glastonbury chanters or the Southport hate-tweeter throw the book at one, you must throw it at them all | Marina Hyde

There is a severe prisons crisis in the UK, raising concerns about investigating speech rather than actions.
#glastonbury-festival
#glastonbury
UK news
fromIrish Independent
10 months ago

Kneecap won't face charges over 'kill your MP' message at gig, Met Police confirms

Kneecap members will not face prosecution for controversial comments made during a 2023 concert.
Music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 months ago

Irish band Kneecap shouts out to banned Palestinian group at Glastonbury

Kneecap's performance at Glastonbury highlighted their support for Palestine, defying political pressure from UK authorities.
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