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Rock en Seine Defies Budget Cuts to Host Controversial Act

7/11/2025

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Rock en Seine, France's renowned music festival, is stirring up debate with its decision to feature Kneecap, a Northern Irish rap trio vocal about their support for Palestine. In response, the Saint-Cloud town council slashed the festival's budget by €40,000, yet organizers stand firm in their commitment to host the group from August 20-24, 2025.

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Rock en Seine, France's renowned music festival, is stirring up debate with its decision to feature Kneecap, a Northern Irish rap trio vocal about their support for Palestine. In response, the Saint-Cloud town council slashed the festival's budget by €40,000, yet organizers stand firm in their commitment to host the group from August 20-24, 2025.