Johnny Marr has publicly defended the Northern Irish rap trio Kneecap against censorship calls ahead of their performance at Glastonbury Festival. He emphasized the festival's foundation as a platform for free expression and political activism. Marr articulated his long-standing political stance, advocating for compassion and equality and stating that musicians should use their platforms to address injustice. He also expressed solidarity with those calling for an end to the ongoing atrocities in Gaza and a free Palestine, reiterating his commitment to freedom of artistic expression.
I stand with my audience and fellow musicians who call for an immediate end to the atrocities and a free Palestine.
Oppression fears artistic expression. I respect all musicians who use their platform to speak out against injustice.
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