Kneecap
Kneecap is an Irish hip-hop group known for their provocative lyrics and energetic performances, often addressing political and social issues, particularly those related to Northern Ireland. Their music blends traditional Irish influences with modern hip-hop sounds, making them a distinctive voice in the music scene. The group gained attention at the Coachella festival for their aggressive pro-Palestinian and anti-Israeli messages during their performances, which sparked discussions around political expression in music.
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Kneecap are often compared to the Sex Pistols for their ability to provoke a moral panic and have British MPs sputtering with rage in Westminster.
Fenian – Never mind the outrage, here’s the brilliantly catchy, five-star album – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-27
Kneecap became one of the biggest figures globally in music and culture.
Manchán Magan’s ability to fuse present and past defined a rich year in the arts – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-23
Kneecap is a band that received free publicity from a court case.
A big clap for Kneecap – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-29
Kneecap is a band that has been described as strongly divisive.
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Hungary· 2025-09-06
Kneecap is a rap group from Belfast known for their controversial performances and outspoken criticism of Israel and the British government.
»Det er jo nogle bøller fra Nordirland, som har fået en pladekontrakt«
Denmark· 2025-09-05Kneecap is a Northern Irish rap group known for their outspoken criticism of Israel and the British government.
»Ham der Næsager fra Konservative sagde jo, at de ikke burde have lov til at komme. Det er grotesk«Denmark· 2025-09-04
Kneecap are in the dock for their expressions of Palestinian solidarity.
British commentators telling off Irish artists such as Sally Rooney or Kneecap is galling – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Kneecap is mentioned as performing on Saturday afternoon on the main stage.
How to survive and thrive in the rain at Electric Picnic – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-28
Kneecap is a Northern Irish rap group that has gained notoriety for its political statements and music.
Le groupe Kneecap, dont l’un des membres est poursuivi par la justice britannique pour soutien au Hezbollah, annule sa tournée américaine
France· 2025-08-26
Kneecap is one of the Irish artists featured in the line-up for Electric Picnic.
Line-up, main stage times, site access, ticket information and more – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-25
The rap group Kneecap from Belfast is involved in discussions about Norway's investment in Israel.
Kneecap spiller på Øyafestivalen i Oslo tross kontroverser
Norway· 2025-08-09Kneecap is described as the most controversial booking at the Øya festival this year.
Sånn skal det gjøres, KneecapNorway· 2025-08-09Kneecap is set to perform at the festival.
Inhaler, Jazzy and David Gray among 11 more acts added to line-up – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-06
Kneecap is an Irish rap group that faced a police investigation following their performance at Glastonbury.
UK police drop ‘terrorism’ probe into Kneecap’s Glastonbury set over ‘insufficient evidence’ - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-07-21
The police concluded their investigation into the performance of Kneecap at Glastonbury, finding no evidence to justify any charges.
Polícia britânica deixa cair investigação à actuação dos Kneecap em Glastonbury | Música
Portugal· 2025-07-18
Kneecap is a Belfast rap trio whose performances have sparked controversy and a police investigation due to their political messages.
Index - Kultúr - Hiába a tiltakozás, a Kneecap jön a SzigetreHungary· 2025-07-18
Kneecap is involved in music and has been critical of the Israeli government and army.
Bob Vylan e Kneecap, bandas críticas de Israel que estão a ser “canceladas” | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-07-05
Kneecap's performance at Glastonbury 2025 was not shown live by the BBC, leading to public outcry.
Glastonbury 2025 showed the BBC at its brilliant best and cowardly worst – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-03
Kneecap is an Irish rap group facing legal issues due to their controversial statements regarding Israel.
Рэпер из ирландской группы Kneecap рискует попасть в тюрьму по обвинению в терроризме
Belarus· 2025-06-30Kneecap is a Northern Irish rap trio that performed at Glastonbury amid controversy.
Mosh pits and mayhem: Kneecap play Glastonbury – in pictures | Music
United Kingdom· 2025-06-28Kneecap is a Belfast trio that performed at the Northside festival.
Hvis du ligger nede på bunden, kan du næsten kun sparke opadDenmark· 2025-06-06Kneecap had several concerts in Germany and the UK cancelled due to controversial statements regarding Hizbullah and Hamas.
Irish band The Murder Capital has German show cancelled over Palestinian flag – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-11
Kneecap is an Irish-speaking rap group from Belfast that has attracted widespread condemnation for their controversial statements at gigs.
Kneecap should be commended rather than condemned – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-04
Kneecap is a Northern Irish hip-hop group that recently performed at the Coachella music festival.
Snart spiller de i Aarhus. Lige nu skaber de politisk ramaskrig i USA og StorbritannienDenmark· 2025-05-04Kneecap is a Northern Irish hip-hop group that performed at the Coachella music festival.
Anklages for had og terrorstøtteDenmark· 2025-05-03Kneecap is an Irish rap group under investigation for allegedly supporting terrorist organizations.
Hryðjuverkadeild rannsakar írska rappsveit
Iceland· 2025-05-01The Irish rap group Kneecap is under investigation for allegedly supporting Hamas and Hezbollah through their internet videos.
Briti politsei alustas terrorijuurdlust iiri bändi Kneecap asjus
Estonia· 2025-05-01Kneecap is accused of supporting Hamas and Hezbollah and inciting violence against politicians.
Kneecap utreds för terrorism - DN.se
Sweden· 2025-05-01Kneecap is a Northern Irish rap group that criticized the war in Gaza.
Severnoirski raperji na tapeti zaradi podpore Palestini
Slovenia· 2025-04-24
Kneecap is an Irish hip-hop band that presented pro-Palestinian and anti-Israeli messages during their performances at Coachella.
מחווה פרו-פלסטינית על הבמה בקואצ'לה
Israel· 2025-04-21
