Kneecap's Wide Awake headline set to go ahead as planned after cancellations
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Kneecap, a music group composed of Liam Og O Hannaidh, Naoise O Caireallain, and JJ O Dochartaigh, is facing significant backlash following revelations of controversial statements made by a member during past performances. Despite gig cancellations in response to videos showing inappropriate remarks, the band confirmed their upcoming performance at Brixton's Wide Awake festival. They expressed regret to the families of murdered MPs, asserting they do not support extremist organizations. The event marks the group's return to UK stages amid a counter-terrorism police investigation.
The band Kneecap will perform at the Wide Awake festival in Brixton despite facing backlash and investigations due to controversial statements by a member.
Kneecap emphasizes they have never supported militant groups and say the footage of the incident has been manipulated to misrepresent their stance.
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