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Bob Vylan Sparks Controversy at Glastonbury with IDF Protest

7/1/2025

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Ipswich punk-rap duo Bob Vylan ignited a firestorm at Glastonbury Festival with their powerful chants against the IDF, drawing police scrutiny and backlash from the Prime Minister. Since their 2017 formation, they’ve fused punk and UK grime to tackle pressing issues like racism and police brutality, earning a Kerrang! award for their impactful second album in 2022.

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Ipswich punk-rap duo Bob Vylan ignited a firestorm at Glastonbury Festival with their powerful chants against the IDF, drawing police scrutiny and backlash from the Prime Minister. Since their 2017 formation, they’ve fused punk and UK grime to tackle pressing issues like racism and police brutality, earning a Kerrang! award for their impactful second album in 2022.