Kneecap Calls Off U.S. Shows, Denounces Terror Charge as ‘Witch-Hunt’ and Teases ‘Top Secret’ Surprise

Kneecap have reluctantly canceled all forthcoming U.S. tour dates, attributing the decision to scheduling conflicts arising from their ongoing legal proceedings related to the alleged terror charges.

In an Instagram announcement on August 25, band members Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí delivered disappointing news to their American fans: “With our next court appearance in London scheduled so close to the tour’s opening night—and with the UK government pressing forward with what we view as a witch-hunt—we’ve been forced to cancel all 15 U.S. shows slated for October.”

They added, “Once we prevail in court—which we’re confident we will—we promise to return with an even larger tour for all you amazing supporters.” The trio also teased, “Next week, we’ll unveil something special for our U.S. audience so we can still connect with you in October. It’s top secret for now, but stay tuned.”

Ticket holders will receive refunds through their original point of purchase. The band closed their statement with a defiant rallying cry: “’The revolution will be no re-run, brothers. The revolution will live.’ FREE PALESTINE!”

These cancellations mark the latest chapter in Kneecap’s legal saga with British authorities. In May, frontman Mo Chara was charged with allegedly endorsing Hamas and Hezbollah during a November 2024 concert in London. The trio—renowned for their vocal support of Palestinian rights and for accusing Israel of “genocide” during their Coachella set in April—denounced the charges as a “carnival of distraction.”

Kneecap maintains they have never supported any terrorist organizations. A hearing is scheduled for September 26 to determine whether Mo Chara must stand trial, and his legal team is actively pursuing dismissal of the case.

Read the band’s complete statement below:

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