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Kneecap's Manchester Show at Risk Amid Safety Concerns

7/13/2025

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Kneecap's highly anticipated Manchester performance hangs in the balance as city council talks with promoters spark safety worries. This comes on the heels of their controversial removal from a Glasgow festival and a ban on their Wembley show advertisement. Amidst allegations of supporting Hezbollah, the band stands firm, championing their right to artistic expression and political commentary.

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Kneecap's highly anticipated Manchester performance hangs in the balance as city council talks with promoters spark safety worries. This comes on the heels of their controversial removal from a Glasgow festival and a ban on their Wembley show advertisement. Amidst allegations of supporting Hezbollah, the band stands firm, championing their right to artistic expression and political commentary.