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Massive Attack, Brian Eno Among UK and Irish Musicians Banding Together to Speak Out on Israel’s War in Gaza

UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 18 – The alliance formed by Massive Attack, Brian Eno, and others aims to shield musicians from legal actions and censorship for supporting Palestine amid ongoing conflicts, citing multiple targeted cases.

  • On July 17, Massive Attack announced an alliance via social media, aimed at protecting artists facing industry intimidation over Palestine support.
  • In recent months, UK Lawyers for Israel reported Bob Vylan to police after their Glastonbury chant, and Mo Chara was charged with a terrorism offence for displaying a Hezbollah flag, exemplifying industry censorship cases.
  • The alliance includes Irish bands Fontaines DC and Kneecap, aims to protect artists from threats, while calling to `end threats and censorship against artists who speak out against the genocide in Palestine`,
  • Following the announcement, Bob Vylan and Kneecap have faced cancellations, and Led By Donkeys screened a documentary exposing UKLFI’s tactics.
  • The alliance demands unfettered humanitarian corridors into Gaza and a ceasefire, inviting artists facing industry intimidation to join, as calls for urgent action grow.
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British and Irish musicians have announced a network for Israeli-critical artists to support against alleged intimidation campaigns.

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Irish Examiner broke the news in Ireland on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
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