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Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Protest to take place at Glasgow Hydro over controversial singer's show
He recently clashed with another artist BATTLE OF THE BANDS Protest to take place at Glasgow Hydro over controversial singer's show Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PROTEST gig is set to be held against a controversial singer when his band play in Glasgow. Heavy metal rockers Disturbed will take to the stage at the OVO Hydro in October. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Disturbed frontman David Draiman Credit: Getty 3 The band will be performing at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow Credit: Alamy The group has come under fire for their lead singer David Draiman's stance on the war in Gaza. The frontman was pictured last year on a visit with the Israeli Defence Forces signing "f*** Hamas" on an artillery shell. A protest gig has now been organised against the gig and will happen outside the arena. A number of bands, including promoters Teen Warfare, have announced they will be performing and have teamed up with the group Show Israeli Genocide the Red Card. The bands performing include Proof of Failure, Reefer Madness and Perøxide. A post promoting the protest read: "On October 28, Disturbed are scheduled to play the OVO Hydro. "Pictured is Disturbed's singer David Draiman signing artillery shells used by the IDF in their genocide against the Palestinian people. "We need your support on the day, to show people we will not welcome public advocates of genocide in Glasgow." It added: "Some of the bands in our local punk scene will be playing a couple of sets to protest the platform being given in the Hydro. "We will be outside as we aim to make our presence known and unite against such individuals coming to Glasgow." Diddy on trial- Cassie grilled by defense as 'freak-off' texts read out Draiman recently clashed with Billy Joe Armstrong over the war in Gaza. At Coachella, the Green Day frontman changed a lyric in the band's anti-war hit Jesus of Suburbia to "the kids from Palestine". After Armstrong's performance, Draiman wrote on social media: "Open offer to #BillyJoeArmstrong from Green Day. "You know I respect you brother. I'd love to have the opportunity for you to hear the Israeli/Jewish side of this horrific war. "I'm available to discuss whenever you are. No judgement, nothing preconceived. Let me know." Draiman insists he is "pro peace and coexistence between all people". Previous posts on his social media show him visiting the site of the October 7 massacre and paying tribute to the victims. The OVO Hydro has been approached for comment.
San Francisco Chronicle
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Disturbed's San Francisco concert scrapped as NBA playoffs take over Chase Center
Disturbed's upcoming concert at San Francisco's Chase Center has been canceled due to the NBA playoffs. The nu-metal band was set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its multi-platinum debut album 'The Sickness' on Saturday, May 10, with Daughtry and Nothing More opening. But the Golden State Warriors' playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves has forced a change to the venue's schedule, leading to the cancellation. Fans who purchased tickets through Ticketmaster will receive automatic refunds, while those who bought tickets from third-party resellers such as StubHub and SeatGeek are advised to contact their point of purchase directly for a refund. This is not the first time Disturbed has faced a conflict with the NBA during this tour. In March, during a concert at the United Center in Chicago, the band's heavy use of pyrotechnics allegedly caused damage to six Chicago Bulls championship banners. The venue confirmed that the flames singed the banners, which were taken down for repairs and would not be displayed for the remainder of the season. SAN FRANCISCO UPDATE: Due to an unforeseen schedule conflict with the Golden State Warriors and the NBA playoffs, the Disturbed show scheduled for May 10 at Chase Center in San Francisco has been cancelled. Details here: — Disturbed (@Disturbed) May 5, 2025 Disturbed, however, denied responsibility for the damage, which occurred during its performance of 'Inside the Fire.' In addition to the pyrotechnic mishap, Disturbed frontman David Draiman has been making headlines for his outspoken views on political issues. In April, he called out Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day for altering the lyrics of the band's 2004 hit 'Jesus of Suburbia' during a performance at Coachella. Armstrong had changed the line 'runnin' away from pain when you've been victimized' to 'runnin' away from pain like the kids from Palestine.' 'You know I respect you, brother,' Draiman wrote in an open letter posted on social media on April 14. 'I'd love to have the opportunity for you to hear the Israeli/Jewish side of this horrific war. I'm available to discuss whenever you are. No judgment, nothing preconceived. Let me know.'
Express Tribune
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Protest, pop, and pandemonium
Each year, Coachella serves as a cultural temperature check, and in 2025, that temperature read fierce, political, and gloriously chaotic. From calls for justice in Gaza to a mic-wielding Lady Gaga and the first-ever orchestral set by the LA Philharmonic, Coachella delivered two weekends of music with meaning. Here are the standout moments from the Empire Polo Club grounds that had everyone talking. Solidarity with Palestine Coachella 2025 became an unexpected epicentre of global resistance, as performers across genres used the stage to spotlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Rap trio Kneecap kicked things off with visuals condemning Israel's US-backed military actions in Gaza, although, according to the group, those graphics were censored on the Sonora Stage. Twitch streamer Hasan Piker ensured the uncensored version reached audiences, streaming the performance live and loud. Kneecap's crowd responded with chants of "Free Palestine," which the group called proof that "young people of America don't support genocide." Meanwhile, punk-rock legends Green Day altered lyrics in their track Jesus of Suburbia to memorialise children killed in Gaza. Blonde Redhead ended their set waving a Palestinian flag and playing audio from Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil, who was detained by ICE following campus protests. Other artists echoed similar sentiments: Amy Taylor of Amyl and the Sniffers gave a shoutout to Palestine alongside queer, trans, immigrant, and Ukrainian communities. Bob Vylan didn't mince words: "Palestinians have always mattered." And Darkside's Nicolas Jaar closed his set with a searing indictment of historical injustice, linking Gaza to US immigration detention. Lady Gaga's iconic mic fiasco What's a Gaga set without a little theatrical drama? On Friday, during her second-weekend performance, Mother Monster experienced a mic malfunction just two songs in. But in true diva fashion, she grabbed a handheld mic, balanced it with a cane in the other hand (because flair), and kept the show rolling. Later at the piano, Gaga broke the fourth wall. "At least you know I sing live," she joked to roaring applause. "I guess all we can do is our best, and I'm certainly giving you my best tonight." All the music that slapped Meanwhile, Peso Pluma caused a mini-stampede when he appeared during Junior H's set, proof that the grip música mexicana has on the people is real and only getting tighter. As soon as his raspy voice hit the air, fans surged forward like a tidal wave of fringe and flower crowns. Forget surprise Drake appearances, Peso's pull might just be stronger. Then came Megan Thee Stallion, bringing actual star power to the Coachella stage. She lit it up with surprise guests like Queen Latifah, Victoria Monét, and Ciara. Technical glitch? Megan didn't blink. Mic cut? "B*tch, they said we gotta go!" she shouted at the end, exiting with a mic-drop charm only she can pull off. Elsewhere, Tyla gave sunset siren energy with a nostalgic nod to '90s R&B, backed by dancers and suds. She ended her set with a splashy leap into a kiddie pool for Water, and the result was pure serotonin. Not to be outdone, Benson Boone delivered one of the fest's most surreal moments when he was joined by actual Queen royalty, Brian May. "Me trying to get the Coachella crowd to understand what an absolute legend Brian May is," Boone later joked, after fans didn't give the guitar god quite the roar he deserved. But for those paying attention, that duet of Bohemian Rhapsody was the stuff of rock dreams. Rae's questionable newsflash But Coachella wasn't just a backdrop for celebrity romance, it was full of "did that actually just happen?" moments. Like, say, Addison Rae revealing her album drop date not with a post, but with her booty. Mid-performance with avant-garde icon Arca, Rae spun around to show "June 6th" scribbled on her underwear. In typical Coachella fashion, the crowd was unbothered. LA Philharmonic's historic debut Who said Coachella was only for synths and bass drops? For the first time ever, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, led by maestro Gustavo Dudamel, brought orchestral power to the desert stage. And it wasn't just strings and brass, they came armed with surprise stars. Dave Grohl joined the ensemble, infusing Foo Fighters' The Sky Is a Neighborhood and Everlong with classical grandeur. Cynthia Erivo delivered a haunting rendition of her ballad Brick by Brick before asking the crowd, "Would you like a little Prince?" Cue an electrifying cover of Purple Rain that had the entire field swaying. Other collaborators included Laufey and Paco Amoroso with Ca7riel, while Natasha Bedingfield made a return appearance to belt out Unwritten with orchestra backing, because yes, even millennials deserve a symphonic moment of empowerment. It also marked a milestone: Dudamel's final season with the LA Phil. If this was his send-off, it was nothing short of legendary. Fighting for justice And then, because Coachella always has room for one more twist, Bernie Sanders showed up. Before Clairo's dreamy set, the US senator took the mic to deliver a rousing wake-up call. "Now, you can turn away and ignore what goes on," he warned, "but if you do that, you do it on your own peril." It was the rare Coachella moment that replaced glitter with grit. "We need you to stand up and fight for justice: economic justice, racial justice, and social justice." Coachella 2025 might've been a whirlwind of heat, hydration packs, and unexpected moments, but the headline is clear: love is real, music is messier (and more magical) than ever, and in the desert, even Bernie can share a stage with indie pop.
BreakingNews.ie
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Sharon Osbourne calls for Kneecap to lose US work visas after Israel remarks
Former music manager Sharon Osbourne has called for Belfast rap trio Kneecap to lose their US work visas after their set at Coachella featured projections of text reading "F**k Israel Free Palestine." The text also read: "Israel is committing genocide against the Palestinian people. It is being enabled by the US Government who arm and fund Israel despite their war crimes." Advertisement Kneecap were not alone in criticising Israel's war in Gaza during the Coachella music festival in California. Headliners Green Day changed the lyrics of Jesus of Suburbia to "Runnin' away from pain, like the kids from Palestine" while British punk duo Bob Vylan displayed a Palestinian flag during their set. In a post on Instagram, Ms Osbourne said Coachella 2025 will be remembered as a festival which compromised its moral and spiritual integrity. "Kneecap, an Irish rap group, took their performance to a different level by incorporating aggressive political statements. Advertisement "Their actions included projections of anti-Israel messages and hate speech, and this band openly support terrorist organizations. "This behavior raises concerns about the appropriateness of their participation in such a festival and further shows they are booked to play in the USA. "Reports indicate that Goldenvoice (the festival organiser) was unaware of Kneecap's political intentions when they were booked. "However, after witnessing their performance during the first weekend, allowing them to perform again the following weekend suggests support of their rhetoric and a lack of due diligence.' Advertisement Ms Osbourne said the Independent Artists Group, which represents Kneecap, includes individuals of Jewish heritage. "It is disheartening that they have not used their positions to prevent the promotion of such controversial messages. "As someone with both Irish Catholic on my mother's side and Ashkenazi Jewish heritage on my father's side, and extensive experience in the music industry. I understand the complexities involved. I urge you to join me in advocating for the revocation of Kneecap's work visa." Entertainment Elton John praises Irish band Kneecap for being 'p... Read More Meanwhile, Kneecap claimed their pro-Palestine messages were cut from their Coachella set in the first weekend of the festival. They said on social media that the projections during their second weekend set were supposed to have also been displayed during their weekend one set as well. "But our messaging on the US backed genocide in Gaza somehow never appeared on screens," the group said. Reacting on X to a Variety story which had the headline 'Irish Rap Group Kneecap Projects Aggressive Pro Palestine, Anti Israel Messages During Coachella Sets' they said : "Honesty isn't aggressive — f***ing bombs are."
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong Rocks ‘Brat' Hat at Coachella 2025 Amid Charli XCX Mini-Feud
Green Day and Charli XCX are playfully beefing at Coachella 2025. During the music festival's opening weekend in Indio, Calif., the pop star was spotted at an afterparty wearing a sash that read 'Miss Should Be Headliner' — a cheeky statement many on social media interpreted as a jab at the veteran rock band, who headlined the main stage just before her set on Saturday (April 12). More from Billboard Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl Performs 'Everlong' & More With LA Philharmonic at Coachella 2025 Kneecap End Coachella Set With Pro-Palestine Messages After Censorship Claims Snoop Dogg Drops 'Last Dance With Mary Jane' Video on 4/20 Charli's tongue-in-cheek dig didn't go unnoticed by Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong. On Saturday (April 19), during the trio's closing set on weekend two of the festival, Armstrong stepped onto the stage wearing a neon green baseball cap emblazoned with the word 'Brat,' a clear nod to the British singer-songwriter's 2024 studio album of the same name. To further play along, Green Day drummer Tré Cool was also spotted backstage rocking a handmade white sash that read 'Actual Headliner' while flashing a smirk as he held his hands up. On Sunday, Charli reacted to the moment on X: 'obsessed,' she commented on the photo. Despite the playful nature of the situation, Green Day's fanbase quickly took offense to Charli's 'Miss Should Be Headliner' jab and rallied to defend the punk icons on social media. During Coachella's opening weekend, Armstrong altered the lyrics to 'Jesus of Suburbia' to reference the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. 'Runnin' away from pain like the kids from Palestine/ Tales from another broken home,' he sang, swapping out the original line, 'Runnin' away from pain when you've been victimized.' 'green day making a political statement about s— that actually matters > pop girlies singing about coke,' one fan wrote on X. Another user added, 'Charli xcx letting hype get to her head. Green Day used their Coachella headliner slot to speak up for good. They are still bigger than her.' During Green Day's weekend two set, Armstrong again altered the lyrics to 'Jesus of Suburbia,' this time taking aim at the vice president. 'Am I (stupid) or am I just overjoyed?' became 'Am I (stupid) or am I just J.D. Vance?' as he sang it to the crowd. Weekend two of Coachella wraps up Sunday (April 20) with performances by Post Malone, Travis Scott, Megan Thee Stallion, JENNIE, Zedd, Kraftwerk, and more. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
