Irish rap trio Kneecap turned Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage into a political battleground this weekend, defying calls for censorship while rallying crowds with pro-Palestine chants and sharp critiques of UK leaders. 🎶🇵🇸
Chaos & Chants: Thousands waved Palestinian flags as Kneecap member Liam O’Hanna (aka Mo Chara) declared himself a "free man" amid ongoing legal troubles tied to alleged support for Hezbollah. The group led fans in chanting anti-Starmer slogans, doubling down on their criticism of the UK Prime Minister’s stance on Gaza.
Backlash & Backing: Israel’s UK embassy condemned "inflammatory rhetoric" after rap-punk duo Bob Vylan chanted "Death to the IDF." Meanwhile, Glastonbury co-founder Michael Eavis shrugged off critics: "People who don’t like the politics can go elsewhere."
Art vs. Activism: Kneecap insists their provocative lyrics and imagery are performance art. "We’re playing characters," O’Hanna told The Guardian, dismissing claims of extremism. Fans like Chris Jeffries praised their boldness: "They’re actually preaching about Palestine here."
As police review footage for potential legal breaches, the debate rages: Where’s the line between free speech and glorifying violence? 🤔⚖️
P.S. Britpop legends Pulp stole hearts with a surprise set under the alias "Patchwork," proving Glastonbury’s magic lives on—controversies and all. 🌈✨
