Hip hop Irish trio Kneecap is currently under investigation by UK counter-terrorism police after videos surfaced allegedly showing the band making controversial statements, including calls for politicians to be killed and expressing support for Hamas and Hezbollah.
The scrutiny comes in the wake of the trio's vocal criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza, which drew attention and backlash during their performance at the Coachella music festival last month.
The investigation has led to the cancellation of several upcoming gigs for Kneecap, with calls from lawmakers to remove them from the lineup of the upcoming Glastonbury festival.
While some have criticized the band, others have signed an open letter in support of Kneecap's freedom of expression.
Recent online footage has surfaced showing members of the band making controversial statements, prompting the London Metropolitan Police to launch a counter-terrorism investigation.
Kneecap has issued an apology for their remarks and denied supporting Hamas or Hezbollah, attributing the online footage to a "smear campaign" following their criticism of Israel and the United States in relation to Gaza.
Family members of slain MPs have condemned the band's rhetoric, calling it "abhorrent" and a threat to democratic institutions.
The controversy has resulted in the cancellation of several of Kneecap's scheduled performances, with differing opinions on the band's statements and actions.
Supporters and critics alike have spoken out, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding freedom of speech and the consequences of controversial statements in the public sphere.