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Woman who livestreamed Kneecap Glastonbury set tells of online abuse

TikTok video watched by 2 million people has led to cafe owner receiving ‘obscene’ messages amid tide of support

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap suggested as ‘secret set’ to replace Bob Vylan at Manchester festival

Bob Vylan were dropped from Radar festival in Manchester after their performance at Glastonbury.

Evening Standard

Wet Leg singer says Bob Vylan and Kneecap Glastonbury reaction is ‘messed up’

Rhian Teasdale says she feels it is ‘powerful’ for artists to speak up.

Evening Standard

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Fontaines D.C. bring pro-Palestine group on stage at Roskilde festival in Denmark

This move by Irish rockers Fontaines D.C. comes as both Kneecap and Bob Vylan are under investigation by the police for their pro-Palestine comments at Glastonbury 2025. The BBC, official broadcasters for Glastonbury, has now said it will no longer live broadcast "high risk" performances.

Euronews

Punk band Bob Vylan claim they are ‘being targeted for speaking up’ following Glastonbury scandal

In a statement on social media, Punk band Bob Vylan have claimed they are “being targeted for speaking up” following mounting backlash over a controversial performance at Glastonbury Festival.

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Glastonbury faces licence review after controversial acts Kneecap and Bob Vylan spark police probe

Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) has demanded detailed explanations about what due diligence was carried out before the festival, how warnings were handled, and what steps will prevent similar incidents in future

Evening Standard

Glastonbury chanters or the Southport hate-tweeter – throw the book at one, you must throw it at them all

There are many nasty idiots in the world – but whether the offence was at a music festival or online, none of these people should be in jail, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

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Why Are Police Investigating Bob Vylan After Glastonbury Festival? Kneecap Set Described as 'Appalling and Unacceptable'

Bob Vylan and Kneecap's Glastonbury acts face police probe as protest chants spark national debate on Palestine, censorship, and BBC broadcast ethics.

International Business Times UK

Backlash intensifies for Bob Vylan over Glastonbury controversy

Following the controversial set played at Glastonbury festival by British artists Bob Vylan, the BBC is facing pressure from the UK government. The punk-rap duo has had their US visa revoked, amid support from fellow artists.

Euronews

BBC boss Tim Davie under mounting pressure in Glastonbury 'hate chant' row after it emerges he didn't pull livestream

BBC Director General was at Glastonbury when Bob Vylan chanted ‘death, death to the IDF’ and was consulted on what to do about broadcaster’s coverage

Evening Standard

Man, 92, to be sentenced for rape and murder of woman in 1967

Ryland Headley had previously been jailed for raping two elderly women in 1977.

Evening Standard

Bob Vylan and Kneecap face criminal probe as BBC Glastonbury coverage criticised

The BBC expressed regret on Monday at not pulling its livestream of Bob Vylan’s ‘unacceptable’ set.

Evening Standard

Criminal investigation launched into Kneecap and Bob Vylan Glastonbury shows

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The Independent UK

Voices: Glastonbury wouldn’t be Glastonbury without a political protest

COMMENT: The row over Bob Vylan’s ‘death chant’ ignores the truth about the festival’s deep political roots, says Mark Beaumont. Countercultural protests have always been a central part of its appeal

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The National (Scotland)

See the full lists of acts who made political statements at Glastonbury 2025

Here are some of the acts who shared their views with audiences at this year’s Glastonbury Festival, from Kneecap to Rod Stewart

The Independent UK

Glastonbury mixed pop and politics long before the Bob Vylan controversy

The Glastonbury Festival is making headlines for controversy rather than music

The Independent UK

BBC admits it should have pulled coverage of Bob Vylan ‘death to the IDF’ Glastonbury chant

Ofcom said the BBC has ‘questions to answer’ over its broadcast of Bob Vylan’s ‘death to the IDF’ chant

Euronews

Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets

Musicians making headlines for their politics isn't new, but this year’s Glastonbury featured two sets by Kneecap and Bob Vylan that riled politicians – including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Police are investigating both concerts.

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Evening Standard

Bob Vylan rapper doubles down on Glastonbury anti-Israel tirade and says he's been 'inundated with messages of support and hatred'

Bobby Vylan led crowds at the West Holts Stage in a controversial chant of ‘death, death to the IDF’

Evening Standard

On-screen warnings on Bob Vylan set ‘not good enough’ says minister

The Prime Minister has said there is ‘no excuse’ for the chanting.

The Independent UK

BBC should have cut live feed of Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury performance, says minister

On-screen warnings didn’t go far enough, says Baroness Jacqui Smith

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Amyl & The Sniffers Sound Off On Palestine, J.K. Rowling & AI During Glastonbury Set

Amyl & The Sniffers didn't pull any punches as they took the stage in Glastonbury in a fiery set that keeps on giving.

The Independent UK

BBC issues statement after making decision to air Kneecap’s Glastonbury performance

Belfast band’s set, which included anti-Keir Starmer and pro-Palestine chants, was not aired live by the broadcaster

Evening Standard

Rod Stewart joined by trio of veteran superstars for rousing Glastonbury set

He was also joined by the festival’s founder, Sir Michael Eavis, who was wheeled on to the stage by his daughter.

Evening Standard

Nadine Shah plays voices of Gaza children during Glastonbury set

Nadine Shah also read an open letter from Artist for Palestine UK in her set on the Other Stage at Worthy Farm

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