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The Journal
3 days ago
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- The Journal
'It is out of our hands': Kneecap cancel TRNSMT festival performance amid 'safety concerns'
KNEECAP HAVE CANCELLED their planned performance at the TRNSMT festival in Glasgow due to the 'safety concerns' of local police. The Belfast rap trio were due to perform at the festival on 11 July, but organisers said that they had to axe them from the line-up after concerns were expressed by police about safety at the event. They have made global headlines for their outspoken condemnations of Israel's military action in Gaza which they have equated to genocide, backlash against which they have called a 'coordinated smear campaign'. Posting on X, the band said: 'To the thousands of people who bought tickets, flights and hotels to see us play, we are sorry … it is out of our hands. 'Glasgow has always been a huge city for us. We've played there many many times, with no issues – ever. Make of that what you will. To try to make up for it, we will be at your O2 Academy on Tuesday July 8th.' Advertisement Police Scotland said any decision on who performs at the festival is for TRNSMT organisers, and that no prior consultation with the force was made before acts were booked. However, the force admitted to having reservations about the policing operation required for Kneecap's participation in the festival. 'Officers have highlighted the potential reaction of such a large audience to this band would require a significant policing operation in order to support the delivery of a safe event,' a Police Scotland spokesperson said. 'We have also passed on information from the public around safety concerns to allow organisers to make an informed decision on the running of the festival.' A spokesperson on behalf of the TRNSMT festival confirmed the news, saying: 'Due to concerns expressed by the Police about safety at the event, Kneecap will no longer perform at TRNSMT on Friday, 11 July. 'We thank fans for their understanding.' With reporting from PA. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Remember how lucky we are' – Kneecap in ‘right side of history' plea for fans at huge gig after terror offence charge
KNEECAP urged fans to be 'on the right side of history' as they took to the stage days after a band member was charged with a terror offence. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was charged by the 2 Móglaí Bap and Mo Chara of Kneecap performing at Wide Awake Festival at Brockwell Park on May 23 in London Credit: Getty Images - Getty 2 DJ Próvaí of Kneecap at the festival yesterday Credit: Getty Images - Getty The West Speaking on stage at London's Wide Awake, 27-year-old Mo Chara — due to appear in court next month — said the authorities were 'trying to silence us' before their upcoming Ó hAnnaidh told the 'But the world's not listening. The world needs to see solidarity of 20,000 people in a park in London chanting, 'Free, free READ MORE IN KNEECAP As the chant echoed out around Brixton's Brockwell Park, he continued: 'We are being made an example of. The 'They're trying to cancel gigs, they're trying to cancel my freedom of 'And the fact that I'm speaking to this amount of people, and I assume the majority of you will agree, shows that we're on the right side of history.' Mo Chara told the crowd: 'Let's remember how lucky we are to be in a field with our friends and not being bombed from the sky.' Most read in Music Some Kneecap UK Major TRNSMT act Kneecap in doubt after member charged with TERROR offences The band are listed to perform on the Saturday at Glastonbury, but some politicians have called for the trio to be barred. The rapper is due in He was later charged under the UK's Terrorism Act 2000.
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Remember how lucky we are' – Kneecap break silence with ‘right side of history' plea for fans at huge gig after arrest
KNEECAP urged fans to be 'on the right side of history' as they took to the stage days after a band member was charged with a terror offence. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was charged by the Advertisement 2 Móglaí Bap and Mo Chara of Kneecap performing at Wide Awake Festival at Brockwell Park on May 23 in London Credit: Getty Images - Getty 2 DJ Próvaí of Kneecap at the festival yesterday Credit: Getty Images - Getty The West Speaking on stage at London's Wide Awake, 27-year-old Mo Chara — due to appear in court next month — said the authorities were 'trying to silence us' before their upcoming Ó hAnnaidh told the 'But the world's not listening. The world needs to see solidarity of 20,000 people in a park in London chanting, 'Free, free Advertisement READ MORE IN KNEECAP As the chant echoed out around Brixton's Brockwell Park, he continued: 'We are being made an example of. The 'They're trying to cancel gigs, they're trying to cancel my freedom of 'And the fact that I'm speaking to this amount of people, and I assume the majority of you will agree, shows that we're on the right side of history.' Mo Chara told the crowd: 'Let's remember how lucky we are to be in a field with our friends and not being bombed from the sky.' Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Breaking Some Kneecap UK Major TRNSMT act Kneecap in doubt after member charged with TERROR offences The band are listed to perform on the Saturday at Glastonbury, but some politicians have called for the trio to be barred. The rapper is due in Advertisement He was later charged under the UK's Terrorism Act 2000.
Scottish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hip-hop trio Kneecap say cops ‘trying to silence them' at first major gig since Liam O'Hanna charged with terror offence
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KNEECAP claimed cops are "trying to silence them" at their first major gig since a band member was charged with a terror offence. The Irish-language hip-hop trio slammed the charge as "political policing". Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Móglaí Bap and Mo Chara of Kneecap perform at Wide Awake Festival last night Credit: Getty 5 Mo Chara of Kneecap performs at Brockwell Park on May 23 Credit: Getty 5 Kneecap performs beneath a 'Free Palestine' sign onstage during Wide Awake Festival 2025 at Brockwell Park in south London Credit: AFP Liam O'Hanna, 27, was charged with a terror offence for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag. The rapper is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 18. Appearing onstage at the Wide Awake festival last night, he declared to fans that police are "trying to silence us before Glastonbury" and urged them to be "on the right side of history." Mo Chara (O'Hanna), Móglaí Bap (Naoise Ó Cairealláin) and balaclava-wearing DJ Próvaí (JJ Ó Dochartaigh) played songs from their album Fine Art. It has seen a surge in streaming since the controversy began. The album includes a song called The Recap which was released only hours earlier. It begins with a clip of a news report about the counter-terrorism investigation. O'Hanna joked with fans that they would have to write to him in jail, the BBC reported. Some Kneecap gigs have been cancelled in the wake of the controversy. These include sets at the Eden Project in Cornwall and Plymouth Pavilions. They are listed to perform on the Saturday at Glastonbury, but some politicians have called for the trio to be barred. The rapper is due in court the week before the festival starts. O'Hanna was charged after allegedly displaying the banner in support of the Iranian proxy militants in Lebanon. The incident unfolded on November 21 last year at the O2 Forum, in Kentish Town, London. Officers from the Met's Counter Terrorism Command launched an urgent probe after being made aware on April 22. An investigation was carried out after reviewing video footage from the event. O'Hanna, who performs under the name Mo Chara, was later charged under the Terrorism Act 2000. Friday's gig follows a smaller "secret" band at London's 100 club the night before. At least three cops were seen walking into the venue at around 7.35pm. The rapper could be seen in videos on social media arriving on stage with tape covering his mouth. He then joked about being careful about what he said, adding that he wanted to thank his lawyer. Formed in 2017, the group are known for their provocative lyrics in both Irish and English, and their merchandise. Their best-known tracks include Get Your Brits Out, Better Way To Live, featuring Grian Chatten from Fontaines DC, and 3Cag. 5 Mo Chara of Kneecap performing on Friday night Credit: Getty
The Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Hip-hop trio Kneecap say cops ‘trying to silence them' at first major gig since Liam O'Hanna charged with terror offence
KNEECAP claimed cops are "trying to silence them" at their first major gig since a band member was charged with a terror offence. The Irish-language hip-hop trio slammed the charge as "political policing". 5 5 Liam O'Hanna, 27, was charged with a terror offence for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag. The rapper is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 18. Appearing onstage at the Wide Awake festival last night, he declared to fans that police are "trying to silence us before Glastonbury" and urged them to be "on the right side of history." Mo Chara (O'Hanna), Móglaí Bap (Naoise Ó Cairealláin) and balaclava-wearing DJ Próvaí (JJ Ó Dochartaigh) played songs from their album Fine Art. It has seen a surge in streaming since the controversy began. The album includes a song called The Recap which was released only hours earlier. It begins with a clip of a news report about the counter-terrorism investigation. O'Hanna joked with fans that they would have to write to him in jail, the BBC reported. Some Kneecap gigs have been cancelled in the wake of the controversy. These include sets at the Eden Project in Cornwall and Plymouth Pavilions. They are listed to perform on the Saturday at Glastonbury, but some politicians have called for the trio to be barred. The rapper is due in court the week before the festival starts. O'Hanna was charged after allegedly displaying the banner in support of the Iranian proxy militants in Lebanon. The incident unfolded on November 21 last year at the O2 Forum, in Kentish Town, London. Officers from the Met's Counter Terrorism Command launched an urgent probe after being made aware on April 22. An investigation was carried out after reviewing video footage from the event. O'Hanna, who performs under the name Mo Chara, was later charged under the Terrorism Act 2000. Friday's gig follows a smaller "secret" band at London's 100 club the night before. At least three cops were seen walking into the venue at around 7.35pm. The rapper could be seen in videos on social media arriving on stage with tape covering his mouth. He then joked about being careful about what he said, adding that he wanted to thank his lawyer. Formed in 2017, the group are known for their provocative lyrics in both Irish and English, and their merchandise. Their best-known tracks include Get Your Brits Out, Better Way To Live, featuring Grian Chatten from Fontaines DC, and 3Cag. 5
