Mary Wallopers

The Mary Wallopers are an Irish folk music band known for their energetic performances and politically charged lyrics. Recently, they gained media attention during their set at the Victorious Festival in Portsmouth, where they claimed they were cut off by festival organizers after displaying a Palestinian flag on stage. The band rejected accusations from the festival that they used a 'discriminatory' chant, asserting that their performance was interrupted solely due to their political expression, particularly their call to 'Free Palestine.' Their stance has resonated with supporters, highlighting the intersection of music, activism, and free speech.