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Scottish Sun
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Kneecap sell out Scots show in 30 seconds after TRNSMT axe as fans beg for more dates
KNEECAP'S Glasgow gig sold out in less than 30 seconds just days after their TRNSMT show was cancelled. The Irish hip-hop trio were dropped from the Glasgow Green festival lineup on July 11 due to "safety concerns." 3 Kneecap were this week dropped from the TRNSMT lineup Credit: Getty 3 They were set to perform on July 11 Credit: Roddy Scott 3 They've since scheduled a new show at the O2 Academy - with tickets selling out in seconds Credit: Alamy Earlier this week, they announced a new performance at Glasgow's O2 Academy on July 8 in a bid to "make up for it". Pre-sale tickets for the new event were quickly snapped up by eager fans in just over a minute on Thursday morning. But general sale tickets smashed previous records when they went live at 10am today - selling out in less than 30 seconds, leaving those who missed out begging for more dates to be added. Kneecap wrote on X (formerly Twitter)": Glasgow - 30 seconds of general sale and Sin é." Fans flocked to the comments, desperately pleading for more Scots shows to be added. One wrote: "Was one of the unlucky ones. We need more gigs! Glasgow! Edinburgh!" Another added: "Another date, bigger venue please." It comes after Kneecap, made up of Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh (Mo Chara), Naoise Ó Cairealláin (Moglai Bap) and J. J. Ó Dochartaigh (DJ Provai), sparked controversy during their Coachella set where they projected anti-Israel messages on stage. More backlash followed when videos dating back to November 2023 surfaced of them urging audience members to "kill your local MP" and claiming that "the only good Tory is a dead Tory". And last week, one member of the Belfast-based band was charged by the Metropolitan Police with terror offences. 'It just makes me happy', says legendary singer Elton John as he praises 'brave' Irish musicians Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, 27, who performs under the moniker Mo Chara, was charged with allegedly displaying a flag in support of the terrorist organisation Hezbollah. Calls for Kneecap to be removed from the TRNSNT lineup grew - with First Minister John Swinney chiming in, saying it would be "unacceptable" for them to take the stage in Glasgow. And on Wednesday, the band was dropped from TRNSMT. They released a statement on social media saying they could no longer perform at the event "due to concerns expressed by the police about safety at the event". A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Any decision on the line up at TRNSMT is for the organisers and there was no prior consultation with Police Scotland before acts were booked. '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. '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.' We told previously how Glasgow politicians blasted Police Scotland's stance on Kneecap's TRNSMT performance - branding the decision questionable. A spokesperson for TRNSMT said: '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."
Daily Record
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Kneecap sell-out Glasgow show in less than 30 seconds after TRNSMT axe
Kneecap are set to play a gig in Glasgow three days before TRNSMT, after being cut from the festival over 'security concerns'. Irish rap trio Kneecap's show at Glasgow's O2 has sold-out in less than 30 seconds, days after being axed from the TRNSMT lineup over "safety concerns". The group, formed of rappers Liam Og O Hannaigh (Mo Chara), JJ Ó Dochartaigh (DJ Provai) and Naoise O Caireallain (Moglai Bap), took to social media after general sale tickets were snapped up for the concert on July 8 in under a minute. The presale sold out in 80 seconds on Thursday, which was a "new record" for the rappers. A statement on Kneecap's X account read: "Glasgow - 30 seconds of general sale and Sin é." The show at the O2 Academy in Glasgow's southside comes in place of Kneecap's TRNSMT set after the Belfast group, who rap in the Irish language, were removed from the show on Wednesday. The band posted a statement on X: "Due to concerns expressed by the Police about safety at the event, Kneecap can no longer perform at TRNSMT. "To the thousands of people who bought tickets, flights and hotels to see us play, we are 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 8." The decision was made following Liam Og O Hannaigh being charged with a terror offence over the alleged display of a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig at the O2 Forum in Kentish Town, north London, in November last year, according to the Metropolitan Police. The 27 year old is alleged to have shown it in a way to 'arouse reasonable suspicion that he is a supporter of a proscribed organisation '. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Any decision on the line up at TRNSMT is for the organisers and there was no prior consultation with Police Scotland before acts were booked. "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." First Minister John Swinney backed calls for them to be axed, stating it would be "unacceptable" for the band to take to such high-profile stages. The Irish rap group are still set to play Glastonbury this summer on June 27 but have been axed from several UK venues. After calls for them to be banned from Glastonbury too, the band threatened to take legal actions against critics over attempts to ban them describing them as "defamatory". In 2024, the band released an eponymous film starring Oscar-nominated actor Michael Fassbender which is a fictionalised retelling of how the band came together and follows the Belfast group on their mission to save their mother tongue through music. Formed in 2017, the group are known for their provocative lyrics and merchandise as well as their championing of the Irish language. Their best-known tracks include Get Your Brits Out, Better Way To Live, featuring Grian Chatten from Fontaines DC, and 3Cag. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Politicians blast Police Scotland over Kneecap TRNSMT axe
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) POLITICIANS have blasted Police Scotland after Kneecap was axed from the TRNSMT lineup. The controversial rap group have faced backlash after videos emerged from performances in 2023 where they urged audience members to "Kill your local MP" and claimed "The only good Tory is a dead Tory." Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Kneecap were dropped from the TRNSMT lineup earlier this week Credit: Reuters 3 They were set to perform at the Glasgow Green festival on July 11 Credit: Roddy Scott 3 Now, Glasgow politician's have blasted Police Scotland's stance on their TRNSMT gig Credit: Alamy The self-proclaimed "Republican hoods" were set to perform on Friday, July 11, at the Glasgow Green festival - coinciding with the eve of the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne and the Orange Order march. Further controversy surrounded Kneecap's Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí after one member was charged with terror offences. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, 27, who performs under the moniker Mo Chara, was charged last week by the Metropolitan Police for allegedly displaying a flag supporting the terrorist organisation Hezbollah. And on Wednesday, the band was dropped from TRNSMT amid growing calls for their removal from the festival's lineup. Kneecap released a statement on social media saying they could no longer perform at the event "due to concerns expressed by the police about safety at the event". They apologised to fans and announced a new gig at Glasgow's O2 Academy on July 8 in a bid to "make up for it". Now, Glasgow politicians have hit out at Police Scotland's stance on the TRNSMT performance- branding the decision "questionable." Glasgow Greens co-leader Jon Molyneux said: 'The police position on this is deeply questionable. We are talking about one band, playing for around 45 minutes, in six weeks' time, in a secure, ticketed, bag-searched environment. It stretches credibility to claim that this presents an insurmountable operational problem when the police routinely manage major events and demonstrations in the city. 'In all of this one thing matters more than anything and that's that Kneecap isn't the story. The genocide and humanitarian crisis in Gaza is the story and we all have a duty to speak out on that.' Glasgow Cathcart SNP MSP James Dornan said: 'I'm truly concerned by the police statement that Kneecap should not play at TRNSMT because they can't guarantee their safety. Who exactly is threatening them? Israel? Supporters of genocide? Anti Irish protesters? Who exactly? This is an extremely worrying decision.' Kneecap perform surprise gig in London hours after rapper Liam O'Hanna, 27, charged with terror offence A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Any decision on the line up at TRNSMT is for the organisers and there was no prior consultation with Police Scotland before acts were booked. '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. '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 for TRNSMT said: '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."
STV News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- STV News
Replacement Kneecap gig sells out pre-sale in seconds after group axed from TRNSMT
A Kneecap gig in Glasgow announced after the band was removed from the TRNSMT line-up has sold out pre-sale in seconds. The Irish rap trio was due to perform on July 11 at the festival in Glasgow Green but were axed by organisers over 'safety concerns'. The band confirmed on Wednesday that they would not be appearing at the event despite 'playing in Glasgow many times with no issues'. Apologising to fans, they said the decision was 'out of their hands'. 'To the thousands of people who bought tickets, flights, and hotels to see us play, we are sorry…it is out of our hands', they said on social media. '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.' The band announced a replacement show at Glasgow's O2 Academy on July 8, with pre-sale tickets selling out in seconds on Thursday. Kneecap said on X: 'The pre-sale sold out in 80 seconds. New record that – remaining general sale goes up Saturday 10am. 'These will also go in seconds. Fair f**** Glasgow.' TRNSMT organisers DF Concerts told ticketholders: 'Due to concerns expressed by the police about safety at the event, Kneecap will no longer perform at TRNSMT on Friday, July 11.' Police Scotland said that while decisions on the festival line-up is up to the organisers, they had 'highlighted that the potential reaction of such a large audience…would require a significant policing operation'. A spokesperson added: 'Any decision on the line-up at TRNSMT is for the organisers and there was no prior consultation with Police Scotland before acts were booked. '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. '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.' Calls had been made for the group's performance to be cancelled following comments made at a gig in 2023. A video of one member telling the crowd 'the only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP', surfaced after the band displayed pro-Palestine messaging during their set at Coachella festival. At the end of their performance, Kneecap projected three screens of text stating: 'Israel is committing genocide against the Palestinian people,' followed by: 'It is being enabled by the US government who arm and fund Israel despite their war crimes'. In the weeks since, Liam O hAnnaidh, who performs under the stage name Mo Chara, has been charged with a terror offence over the alleged display of a Hezbollah flag at a gig in November last year. Performing alongside his bandmates Naoise O Caireallain and JJ O Dochartaigh, O hAnnaidh said he believed the prosecution was designed to 'silence us' and prevent them from playing Glastonbury Festival this summer. The group has been outspoken on the war on Gaza and regularly displays the message 'Free Palestine' at their shows. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Kneecap sell out Glasgow gig pre-sale in 80 seconds after TRNSMT axe
The Irish rap group are due to play a gig in Glasgow three days before TRNSMT, after being cut from the festival. Pre-sale tickets for Irish rap trio Kneecap's show at Glasgow's O2 Academy sold out in 80 seconds, less than a day after they were axed from the line-up of TRNSMT over "safety concerns". The group, which is formed of rappers Liam Og O Hannaigh (Mo Chara), JJ Ó Dochartaigh (DJ Provai) and Naoise O Caireallain (Moglai Bap), took to social media after the tickets were snapped up for the concert on July 8. In a statement on X, they told fans: 'The pre-sale sold out in 80 seconds. New record that - remaining general sale goes up Saturday 10am. These will also go in seconds.' The Irish language group attracted criticism last month after several comments made in November 2023 came to light. Gig footage appeared to show a member of the trio saying: 'The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP.' Kneecap said at the time the remarks had been "deliberately" taken out of context. They have also been vocal in supporting Palestine amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Liam Og O Hannaigh, who goes by the stage name Mo Chara, has been charged with a terror offence after allegedly displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah at a London gig last year. Questions were raised over their scheduled performance at TRNSMT after First Minister John Swinney called for them to be banned from appearing. He said: 'I think that makes it incredibly difficult for a band like Kneecap to perform at TRNSMT because I think they have crossed a line to be honest. "It would be unacceptable to perform on such a stage given the fact their comments are so beyond the pale.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Police Scotland had previously said the performance at Glasgow Green would require "a significant policing operation". After they were removed from the festival's line-up, the trio shared on X: "Due to concerns expressed by the Police about safety at the event, Kneecap can no longer perform at TRNSMT. "To the thousands of people who bought tickets, flights and hotels to see us play, we are 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."
