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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,337 | $240,000 | 149$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 7,791 | $160,000 | 129$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 6.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 76,433 | $280,000 | 97$ |
| Totals | 3 | 240,749,391 | 90,561 | $680,000 | 375$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Pakistan:
Kneecap is an Irish rap group that faced a police investigation following their performance at Glastonbury.
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Portugal:
The police concluded their investigation into the performance of Kneecap at Glastonbury, finding no evidence to justify any charges.
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Hungary:
Kneecap is a Belfast rap trio whose performances have sparked controversy and a police investigation due to their political messages.
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Portugal:
Kneecap is involved in music and has been critical of the Israeli government and army.
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Ireland:
Kneecap's performance at Glastonbury 2025 was not shown live by the BBC, leading to public outcry.
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Belarus:
Kneecap is an Irish rap group facing legal issues due to their controversial statements regarding Israel.
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United Kingdom:
Kneecap is a Northern Irish rap trio that performed at Glastonbury amid controversy.
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Denmark:
Kneecap is a Belfast trio that performed at the Northside festival.
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Ireland:
Kneecap had several concerts in Germany and the UK cancelled due to controversial statements regarding Hizbullah and Hamas.
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Ireland:
Kneecap is an Irish-speaking rap group from Belfast that has attracted widespread condemnation for their controversial statements at gigs.
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