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Dropkick Murphys Withdraw From Punk in the Park Festival Over Promoter’s Trump Donations

The band says promoter’s personal contributions to President Trump’s campaign conflict with its pro–working-class, anti-Trump values.

(L-R) Kevin Rheault, Matt Kelly, Jeff DaRosa and Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys perform at Iveagh Gardens on July 07, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.
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Overview

  • Dropkick Murphys announced on July 23 that they will skip all remaining Punk in the Park dates promoted by Brew Ha Ha Productions.
  • Federal Election Commission records show promoter Cameron Collins made multiple small donations last year to the Trump National Committee, Never Surrender and WinRed.
  • The band fulfilled its Denver performance to avoid leaving ticket holders “holding the bag” before pulling out of future shows.
  • Brew Ha Ha’s founder defended his voting record as a personal choice and clarified that festival proceeds are not used for political donations.
  • Acts including Destiny Bond and Time Heist also withdrew after learning of Collins’s support for President Trump’s campaign.