‘Kneecap are not the story': Dozens of artists weigh in behind under-fire Belfast rappers
The band have faced days of scrutiny over 'kill your MP' comments made at a previous show
Liam Tunney
Thin Lizzy, veteran UK hip hop band Massive Attack and Belfast electronic duo Bicep were among dozens of artists who have weighed in to defend under-fire Belfast rappers Kneecap.
The trio have faced days of scrutiny and condemnation after footage from a November 2023 concert appeared to show one member say: 'The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP'.
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