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Primal Scream Defends Star of David–Swastika Video as Police Inquiry and Venue Apology Follow

The group frames the projection as political art intended to provoke debate, not hate.

Overview

  • In an Instagram statement, Primal Scream said the film “draws from history to question where the actions of current world governments sit,” calling it art meant to provoke debate.
  • The Roundhouse in Camden apologised, said the visuals were shown without its knowledge, and stated it condemns antisemitism in every form.
  • The Community Security Trust reported the incident to the Metropolitan Police and urged an urgent investigation by the venue and promoter.
  • Footage from the gig shows the merged Star of David and swastika over the eyes of political figures, Gaza destruction images, and the closing line, “Our government is complicit in genocide.”
  • Campaign Against Antisemitism and Labour Against Antisemitism denounced the imagery as antisemitic, with the former indicating its legal team is reviewing the footage.