Emily Eavis, the organizer of Glastonbury, has criticized the anti-Israel Defense Forces (IDF) shouts uttered by performer Bob Vylan during the U.K. music event.
The hip-hop duo has faced criticism after inciting attendees at an event in Somerset, England, to chant “death to the IDF” (Israel Defense Forces) during their performance on the West Holts stage on Saturday, prompting controversy.
On Sunday, Emily Eavis, the youngest child of Glastonbury Festival’s co-founder Michael Eavis, expressed her dismay on Instagram about the actions of a certain band, stating that they found their conduct to be utterly unacceptable.
I firmly draw the line when it comes to the inappropriate chants at the festival, and I’m making it clear to everyone involved that Glastonbury has zero tolerance for antisemitic remarks, hate speech, or any form of incitement to violence.
Eavis went on to say, “As a festival, we firmly oppose war, terrorism, and any acts of violence. We remain steadfast in our support for harmony, unity, tranquility, and affection. It’s important to clarify that an artist’s or speaker’s comments should not be interpreted as a silent approval of their views. With approximately 4,000 performances at Glastonbury 2025, it’s inevitable that we will host artists and speakers whose viewpoints differ from our own.
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On the same stage during Saturday’s event, Irish rap group Kneecap joined Bob Vylan in expressing solidarity for the conflict in Gaza. They vocalized their pro-Palestine stance, taking the opportunity to criticize the British and American governments, as well as the American media.
The Eavis family received gratitude for permitting them to perform, despite opposition from U.K. politicians like Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy. “A big thank you to the Eavis family,” Kneecap expressed. “They faced immense pressure, yet they held firm. Hats off to them.”
Or more concisely:
The Eavis family was thanked for allowing performance amid U.K. political resistance; Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy among opponents. Kneecap praised the family’s resilience, saying “Hats off to them” for standing strong under pressure.
In May, the Metropolitan Police announced they would launch an investigation following online videos where the band appeared to advocate for the demise of British government officials and cheer for Hamas and Hezbollah. It’s unlawful in the U.K. to endorse Hezbollah – a Lebanese Shia Muslim organization that includes both political and military wings – as it is designated as a terrorist group within Britain.
Glastonbury Festival runs Jun. 25-29.
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2025-06-29 17:24