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Extra.ie
an hour ago
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- Extra.ie
WATCH: Irish acts at Glastonbury – CMAT, SPRINTS, KNEECAP, For Those I Love and more
Watch performances from SPRINTS, CMAT, KNEECAP, The Script, For Those I Love and Inhaler at this year's Glastonbury below. Against a backdrop stating 'Trans rights are human rights,' SPRINTS play 'Literary Mind' from their 2024 debut album, 'Letter To Self…' Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW …and team up with Kate Nash for a cover of 'Foundations': CMAT leads her massive Pyramid Stage crowd in the 'Dunboyne Co. Meath two-step' for 'I Wanna Be A Cowboy, Baby!'… …and makes a special guest appearance for Blossoms' 'I Like Your Look': KNEECAP perform the title track from their 2024 debut album in front of a packed-out West Holts crowd of 30,000: The Script's 'insanely special' Pyramid Stage slot includes a rendition of their 2012 hit 'Hall Of Fame': Inhaler treats fans at the Other Stage to a performance of 'X-Ray' from their latest album, Open Wide. For Those I Love and Overmono join forces for a performance of 2020's 'I Have A Love' [Overmono Remix]
Metro
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Kate Nash calls out UK government for 'silencing Irish musicians'
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Kate Nash expressed her interest in collaborating with rap group Kneecap while criticising the UK government for 'silencing Irish musicians.' It comes after the group – made up of Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, Naoise Ó Cairealláin, and JJ Ó Dochartaigh- were at the centre of controversy once again when it was announced the BBC would not broadcast their Glastonbury set live. Kneecap is known for their provocative lyrics as well as staunch activism when it comes to Palestine, and their association with Irish republicanism. Speaking after her own sweary Glastonbury set – in which she took swipes at Sir Rod Stewart, JK Rowling, and Denise Welch, of all people – the Foundations hitmaker expressed her admiration for Kneecap and their advocacy. 'I love Kneecap. I'd love to collaborate. I love collaboration, actually,' she told PA. 'I really, really think collaboration is such an amazing and important part of being an artist, because you just learn every time you collaborate with someone different. 'So I just did a duet with Sprints, because they covered Foundations, and that was really fun.' She continued: 'Kneecap would be amazing to collaborate with. My mum's from Dublin and I think that the way they use their political platform is really important.' Nash went on to say there is something 'significant' about 'the UK government trying to silence Irish musicians.' 'The UK has a history of doing that and I don't think English people really understand the history at all.' She said there is an opportunity to educate people about English and Irish history, and being half Irish, Nash would be keen to see this happen. Kneecap made pro-Palestine statements at Coachella in April this year, causing critics like Sharon Osbourne to slam their set for 'promoting terrorist organisations or spreading hate'. More Trending Soon after, resurfaced footage of a 2024 Kneecap gig in London saw band member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh charged with a terror offence for allegedly displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah. Though the musician was released on bail, the band has had various performances cancelled, including TRNSMT festival in Glasgow, Hurricane and Southside festivals in Germany, and the Eden Project in Cornwall. Their Glastonbury set on Saturday did go ahead, but the BBC did not broadcast the event live, instead, a cafe owner from Wales took to social media so million could tune in. Kneecap's set was later added to BBC iPlayer to watch on catch-up, while the broadcaster announced Bob Vylan's set would not be made available after the group allegedly led chants of 'free, free Palestine' and 'death to the IDF (Israel Defence Force)' during their time onstage. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Bob Vylan Glastonbury set 'should have been pulled from livestream', BBC admits MORE: Iconic DJ marks 100th Glastonbury set by performing with his son MORE: 'Powerful' Glastonbury star heading for number 1 single after emotional set
Irish Examiner
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Kate Nash says she would love to collaborate with Kneecap
Singer Kate Nash has said she would love to collaborate with Kneecap and added that it 'is really important' the band are using their platform for a political purpose. It came after police said on Saturday that they are assessing videos of comments made by the Belfast rap trio, as well as punk duo Bob Vylan, during their performances at the Glastonbury Festival. The group are known for their provocative lyrics and merchandise, as well as their championing of the Irish language and support for Palestine. I think there's an opportunity to educate people about England and Ireland's history 'I love Kneecap. I'd love to collaborate. I love collaboration, actually,' Nash told the PA news agency. 'I really, really think collaboration is such an amazing and important part of being an artist, because you just learn every time you collaborate with someone different. 'So I just did a duet with Sprints, because they covered Foundations, and that was really fun.' Nash, 37, added: 'Kneecap would be amazing to collaborate with. My mum's from Dublin and I think that the way they use their political platform is really important.' She continued: 'I don't think English people really understand their (Ireland's) history at all, they just don't know it. 'So I think there's an opportunity to educate people about England and Ireland's history, and sort of being half-English, half-Irish myself I have quite a good understanding of that, but I didn't learn it at school. Moglai Bap and Mo Chara of Kneecap (Ben Birchall/PA) 'There's so many amazing musicians to collaborate with. I love Amyl And The Sniffers.' Before their performance on the West Holts Stage, several politicians called for Kneecap to be removed from the line-up and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said their performance would not be 'appropriate'. During their set, band member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh said: 'The Prime Minister of your country, not mine, said he didn't want us to play, so f*** Keir Starmer.' In reference to his bandmate's upcoming court date the rapper, who performs under the name Moglai Bap, said they would 'start a riot outside the courts', before clarifying: 'No riots, just love and support, and support for Palestine.' Bobby Vylan, of rap duo Bob Vylan, had earlier led crowds in chants of 'Free, free Palestine' and 'Death, death to the IDF (Israel Defence Forces)'. According to reports, Bobby Vylan is called Pascal Robinson-Foster, 34, from Ipswich. Robinson-Foster is listed on Companies House as being the director of Ghost Theatre Records, which is operated by Bob Vylan. Starmer said the latter chant was 'appalling hate speech' and urged the BBC to explain how the scenes were broadcast. Speaking on the politics of Glastonbury, Nash said: 'What's the history of Glastonbury? It's about anti-corporation, Greenpeace. 'It is ultimately a political festival, and people come here to find togetherness, community, a sense of hope and to watch people play amazing shows, and to have their lives changed, to be inspired. 'I think that we're seeing a lot of really scary things in the world right now, and people want to feel like they can see what they feel on stage being voiced, and I think that politicians need to get a grip.' Asked about artists who say they do not want to be political, she said: 'Certain people, you can't escape the politics of existing in the world. 'If you are a woman and you're like, 'I'm not political', I'm like, 'You are, you are. Everything about your life is political, whether you want it to be or not'. 'I think if you're a very privileged, white, rich man, sure you don't want to be political, or you don't have to be. If you just want to be a pop band, just be a pop band. 'But also, do you even have to comment that you don't want to be? I'm not really sure it helps. 'I think just don't be, then, in a way, if you just want to be a pop band, just be a pop band. 'That's not how I was raised. So it's really difficult for me to understand somebody saying, 'I don't want to be political'.' It came after The 1975 frontman Matty Healy said the band did not want their legacy to be 'one of politics' during their Friday night headline slot. 'I think we don't need more politics, we need more love and friendship,' he said. Nash headlined Glastonbury's Left Field stage on Saturday evening and performed a secret set on the BBC Introducing stage on Sunday. She has released several studio albums and is known for songs including Mouthwash and Foundations, the latter of which peaked at number two in the UK singles chart. Read More Glastonbury Festival 2025 ends after weekend of controversy and surprises
Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kate Nash wants to 'collaborate with Kneecap' after police probe Glasto set
Kneecap are known for their provocative lyrics and merchandise, as well as their championing of the Irish language and support for Palestine, and Kate Nash has said she would love to collaborate with them Kate Nash has expressed her eagerness to team up with Kneecap, praising the band for their pro-Palestine political stance. This comes as police are reviewing footage of the comments made by the Belfast rap group and punk duo Bob Vylan at Glastonbury Festival this weekend. Kneecap is highly celebrated by fans for their edgy lyrics, promotion of the Irish language, and support for Palestine. Kate is also a big fan of the group, as she shared with PA: "I love Kneecap. I'd love to collaborate. I love collaboration, actually. I really, really think collaboration is such an amazing and important part of being an artist, because you just learn every time you collaborate with someone different. "So I just did a duet with Sprints, because they covered Foundations, and that was really fun." The 37-year-old singer added: "Kneecap would be amazing to collaborate with. My mum's from Dublin and I think that the way they use their political platform is really important." She went on to say: "I don't think English people really understand their (Ireland's) history at all, they just don't know it. So I think there's an opportunity to educate people about England and Ireland's history, and sort of being half-English, half-Irish myself I have quite a good understanding of that, but I didn't learn it at school. "There's so many amazing musicians to collaborate with. I love Amyl And The Sniffers." Before their gig on the West Holts Stage, several politicians demanded Kneecap be dropped from the Glastonbury line-up, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer deeming their act "not appropriate". During their performance, band member Liam Og O hAnnaidh declared: "The Prime Minister of your country, not mine, said he didn't want us to play, so f*** Keir Starmer." Addressing his bandmate's forthcoming court appearance, rapper Moglai Bap announced they'd "start a riot outside the courts", swiftly adding: "No riots, just love and support, and support for Palestine." Earlier, Bobby Vylan of rap duo Bob Vylan had led the audience in chants of "Free, free Palestine" and "Death, death to the IDF. The Israeli Defence Forces recently killed people waiting for aid in Gaza. Sir Keir condemned the latter chant as "appalling hate speech" and called on the BBC to account for broadcasting such scenes. Commenting on Glastonbury's political undertones, Kate reminded people how the entire festival's history was based on "anti-corporation" before adding it's a "political festival" where people "seek unity, community and a sense of hope". She went on to comment on the "scary things in the world right now", telling politicians to "get a grip". Taking the stage at Glastonbury, Kate performed on the Left Field stage on Saturday evening and surprised fans with a secret set at the BBC Introducing stage on Sunday. She has a history of chart success with hits like Mouthwash and Foundations, with the latter reaching number two in the UK singles chart.
Leader Live
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Kate Nash says she would love to collaborate with Kneecap
It came after police said on Saturday that they are assessing videos of comments made by the Belfast rap trio, as well as punk duo Bob Vylan, during their performances at the Glastonbury Festival. The group are known for their provocative lyrics and merchandise, as well as their championing of the Irish language and support for Palestine. 'I love Kneecap. I'd love to collaborate. I love collaboration, actually,' Nash told the PA news agency. 'I really, really think collaboration is such an amazing and important part of being an artist, because you just learn every time you collaborate with someone different. 'So I just did a duet with Sprints, because they covered Foundations, and that was really fun.' Nash, 37, added: 'Kneecap would be amazing to collaborate with. My mum's from Dublin and I think that the way they use their political platform is really important.' She continued: 'I don't think English people really understand their (Ireland's) history at all, they just don't know it. 'So I think there's an opportunity to educate people about England and Ireland's history, and sort of being half-English, half-Irish myself I have quite a good understanding of that, but I didn't learn it at school. 'There's so many amazing musicians to collaborate with. I love Amyl And The Sniffers.' Before their performance on the West Holts Stage, several politicians called for Kneecap to be removed from the line-up and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said their performance would not be 'appropriate'. During their set, member Naoise O Caireallain said: 'The Prime Minister of your country, not mine, said he didn't want us to play, so f*** Keir Starmer.' In reference to his bandmate's upcoming court date the rapper, who performs under the name Moglai Bap, said they would 'start a riot outside the courts', before clarifying: 'No riots, just love and support, and support for Palestine.' Bobby Vylan, of rap duo Bob Vylan, had earlier led crowds in chants of 'Free, free Palestine' and 'Death, death to the IDF (Israel Defence Forces)'. According to reports, Bobby Vylan is called Pascal Robinson-Foster, 34, from Ipswich. Robinson-Foster is listed on Companies House as being the director of Ghost Theatre Records, which is operated by Bob Vylan. Sir Keir said the latter chant was 'appalling hate speech' and urged the BBC to explain how the scenes were broadcast. Speaking on the politics of Glastonbury, Nash said: 'What's the history of Glastonbury? It's about anti-corporation, Greenpeace. 'It is ultimately a political festival, and people come here to find togetherness, community, a sense of hope and to watch people play amazing shows, and to have their lives changed, to be inspired. 'I think that we're seeing a lot of really scary things in the world right now, and people want to feel like they can see what they feel on stage being voiced, and I think that politicians need to get a grip.' Asked about artists who say they do not want to be political, she said: 'Certain people, you can't escape the politics of existing in the world. 'If you are a woman and you're like, 'I'm not political', I'm like, 'You are, you are. Everything about your life is political, whether you want it to be or not'. 'I think if you're a very privileged, white, rich man, sure you don't want to be political, or you don't have to be. 'But also, do you even have to comment that you don't want to be? I'm not really sure it helps. 'I think just don't be, then, in a way, if you just want to be a pop band, just be a pop band. 'That's not how I was raised. So it's really difficult for me to understand somebody saying, 'I don't want to be political'.' It came after The 1975 frontman Matty Healy said the band did not want their legacy to be 'one of politics' during their Friday night headline slot. 'I think we don't need more politics, we need more love and friendship,' he said. Nash headlined Glastonbury's Left Field stage on Saturday evening and performed a secret set on the BBC Introducing stage on Sunday. She has released several studio albums and is known for songs including Mouthwash and Foundations, the latter of which peaked at number two in the UK singles chart.
