Kneecap Cancel Sold-Out US Tour Due To Ongoing UK Trial

Kneecap were supposed to begin a run of sold-out US tour dates soon, but they’ve had a few obstacles get in their way lately. The Belfast rap trio have long voiced their support for Palestinian liberation, resulting in what they’ve called a “coordinated smear campaign” against them. Case in point: Kneecap member Mo Chara — real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh — was charged under the UK’s Terrorism Act back in May for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a 2024 London show. Chara has plenty of supporters on his side, but still, that upcoming court hearing means Kneecap have had to cancel that US tour.