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kneecap

This week
11th May 2025 - 15th May 2025
'Well well London': Kneecap confirm headline set at Brixton festival to go ahead next week
Last week
4th May 2025 - 10th May 2025
Radiohead musician says those supporting Kneecap 'determined' to restrict his own cancelled shows
This month
May 2025
Kneecap being sent to the Arctic by RTÉ
Surrealing in the Years: Kneecap are NOT the story. And yet.
Carl Kinsella
CMAT and Brian Eno among latest acts backing 'freedom of expression' amid Kneecap controversy
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Kneecap get the scrutiny Netanyahu doesn't
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Kneecap: UK counter-terror police launch formal investigation after reviewing concert footage
Last month
April 2025
Christy Moore and Pulp among acts calling for ‘freedom of expression’ after cancelled Kneecap gigs
The open letter pointed to a ‘campaign to remove Kneecap from the public eye’ by Westminster and the British media.
Kneecap has gig cancelled on foot of backlash for 'dead Tory' and 'up Hamas, up Hezbollah' comments
Footage of the Belfast rap trio at two separate gigs was sent to the Metropolitan Police last week.
Taoiseach says Kneecap must 'urgently clarify' views on Hamas and Hezbollah amid investigation
A second Kneecap gig video is being examined by UK police over 'dead Tory' comments
Kneecap taking 'action' against people who spread 'deliberate falsehoods' after Coachella gig
Footage of Kneecap concert from November being reviewed by UK counter-terror police
A video posted online allegedly shows one member at the gig shouting “Up Hamas, up Hezbollah”.
Kneecap manager says rapper received death threats following Israel display at Coachella gig
Sharon Osbourne wants Kneecap to lose US work visas after 'F*ck Israel' display at Coachella
Kneecap claim that a pro-Palestine message was ‘cut’ from their Coachella set
This year
2025
Melbourne police probe Kneecap gig over missing King George V statue head
Kneecap director laughs off Belfast News Letter claims of ‘Bafta blow’ for ‘only’ winning one award
Poll: Have you watched the Kneecap movie?
'It's more than a film': Kneecap director Rich Peppiatt wins ‘outstanding debut’ Bafta
In his acceptance speech, Peppiatt dedicated the award to “everyone who is out there fighting” to have their language respected.
What are the chances of Kneecap and other Irish hopefuls winning a Bafta on Sunday?
Industry insiders say Kneecap won’t sweep the board – but it’s unlikely to leave empty handed.
Irish-produced The Apprentice, about Donald Trump, could also take home a gong.
Saoirse Ronan is nominated for best actress in a leading role, a tough category this year.
Forget the Oscar snubs - Kneecap have just booked their biggest headline gig yet
Kneecap nominated for six BAFTAs, including Best British Film (we know, we know)
Kneecap wins Best Actor at major film festival for 'authentic and explosive' performance
Last year
2024
From the Oscars to the Olympics: Nine reasons to be cheerful about Ireland's 2024
Beyond all the grim headlines, there were some actual nice and fun things happening this year for Ireland.
Tributes continue to Gearóid Ó Cairealláin, Irish language activist and father of Kneecap star
Kneecap shortlisted for two Oscars, including Best International Feature Film
Kneecap wins 'Best British Film' (and six other awards) at British Independent Film Awards
Belfast rap trio Kneecap win legal challenge over UK government funding refusal
Three Irish acts named on BBC Radio 6 Artists of the Year list
Kemi Badenoch beats Robert Jenrick to win Conservative leadership race
Kneecap film set to surpass €1 million at the box office today
Kellie Harrington cameo with The Wolfe Tones among Electric Picnic standout moments
Politics takes centre stage for Irish acts at Electric Picnic
The Explainer: Who are Kneecap?
Pints, PSNI Land Rovers and Pat Kenny: Kneecap arrive in Dublin for their movie premiere
Kneecap could be heading to the Oscars as Ireland's Best International Feature nominees
Kneecap given go-ahead to challenge UK government in court for blocking them from getting £15,000
Kneecap, Sprints and Soda Blonde withdraw from SXSW festival due to US military sponsorship
RTÉ says Kneecap agreed not to wear pro-Palestine badges on The Late Late, but did anyway