Kneecap, a well-known band, recently shared that their support for Palestine was blocked from the Coachella livestream. They say that when they expressed solidarity with Palestine during the festival, it was left out of the broadcast on purpose. This possible act of censorship has led to discussions about how politics and music mix at big events like Coachella.

The band was surprised to find out that, while their performance was streamed, any mention they made of Palestine was missing from the broadcast. Kneecap has openly supported many social justice causes, and talking about support for Palestine was an important part of their show and message.

According to the Stereogum article, Kneecap feels frustrated because they think their artistic and political expression was limited. This situation has sparked a debate about how much freedom artists really have to express themselves on major platforms and whether festival organizers or broadcasters might be restricting them.

Kneecap sees this act of censorship as a personal insult and an example of a bigger problem artists face when dealing with global issues. The situation has started discussions about whether performers have the right to use their art for political or social messages, and what duties or biases those who control content might have. People are debating freedom of speech and how big media platforms should handle political talks because of this controversy.

Not the only thing that was cut – our messaging on the US-backed genocide in Gaza somehow never appeared on screens either.

Back next Friday Coachella and it’ll be sorted 🇵🇸

Grma to everyone who packed out the tent 🔥 https://t.co/R8Egq5lS9q

— KNEECAP (@KNEECAPCEOL) April 12, 2025