Irish rap group Kneecap have announced plans to pursue legal action against a Canadian government official following claims they say are “wholly untrue and deeply malicious.” The controversy erupted after the trio, who hail from Belfast and Derry, were barred from entering Canada for an upcoming tour. Ban Announced by Canadian Official The decision was made public on Friday by …
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Irish talent is set to shine at this year’s Sky Arts Awards, with acclaimed author Sally Rooney and Belfast rap trio Kneecap both earning nominations across major categories. The awards, which celebrate excellence across the arts in the UK and Ireland, will take place on 16 September at London’s Roundhouse, hosted by comedian and musician Bill Bailey. Kneecap Recognized in …
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Irish rap trio Kneecap delivered a charged and unforgettable performance this afternoon as they stepped onto Electric Picnic’s main stage in Stradbally for the very first time. The highly anticipated set drew thousands of fans despite an initial burst of rain, which soon gave way to sunshine—fitting for a show that balanced raw defiance with moments of humor, emotion, and …
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The countdown is nearly over for Ireland’s biggest music and arts festival, as Electric Picnic returns to Stradbally, Co. Laois, for its 22nd edition. On Thursday, the first festivalgoers with early-access tickets will begin pitching their tents across the 600-acre site, eager to claim the best camping spots before the main crowds descend. Festival director Melvin Benn explained that early …
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Belfast rap group Kneecap achieved a remarkable victory at the British Independent Film Awards, claiming seven awards, including the top prize for their Irish-language film. The film earned several prestigious recognitions, such as Best British Independent Film, Best British Independent Debut Screenwriter for Rich Peppiatt, and Best Joint Lead Performance, which went to the band members Liam Óg Ó Hannaidh, …
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