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Kneecap Fires Back at Sharon Osbourne Over Coachella Palestine Protest, Cites Black Sabbath’s 'War Pigs'
Kneecap Fires Back at Sharon Osbourne Over Coachella Palestine Protest, Cites Black Sabbath’s 'War Pigs'

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 23 2025

Irish rap group Kneecap defended their pro-Palestine protest at Coachella after sharp criticism from Sharon Osbourne, who accused them of spreading hate speech. Kneecap countered by highlighting Sharon's husband's famous anti-war track and emphasizing their commitment to activism. Despite threats and support for Osbourne from some in the music scene, the band remains firm.

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Selena Gomez's Mispronunciation of 'Kneecap' at BAFTAs 2025 Steals Spotlight
Selena Gomez's Mispronunciation of 'Kneecap' at BAFTAs 2025 Steals Spotlight

Kieran Lockhart, Feb, 17 2025

Selena Gomez faced a moment of embarrassment at the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards when she struggled to pronounce 'Kneecap,' a film about an Irish rap group, while presenting an award. The incident quickly went viral, sparking laughter and commentary online. The film, directed by Rich Peppiatt, carries a significant cultural message, which the director highlighted in his speech. Meanwhile, Kneecap's members used the attention to criticize British policy and advocate for Palestine.

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