Overview
- Kneecap displayed messages such as 'Israel is committing genocide' and 'Fuck Israel. Free Palestine' during their Coachella performance, sparking widespread criticism.
- Sharon Osbourne and others have called for the revocation of the group's U.S. work visas, citing their messaging as hate speech and support for terrorist organizations.
- The Metropolitan Police are reviewing footage of past Kneecap performances where alleged pro-Hamas and pro-Hezbollah chants were made.
- The group has parted ways with their booking agency, Independent Artist Group, following the controversy surrounding their Coachella set.
- Kneecap has condemned what they describe as a 'coordinated smear campaign' against them and vowed to continue using their platform to advocate for Palestinian rights.