Sharon Osbourne has publicly denounced the Northern Ireland hip-hop group Kneecap following their performance at Coachella, where they displayed anti-Israel banners. She criticized the festival organizer, Goldenvoice, for permitting such political acts, arguing that music should be a source of unity rather than a platform for political discourse. Paul Tollett, CEO of Goldenvoice, expressed surprise at Kneecap's statements. Osbourne further called for the revocation of the band's work visas, claiming that festivals like Coachella compromise their integrity by allowing political expressions, especially during tumultuous global times.
Sharon Osbourne criticized Kneecap and Coachella for using the festival stage for anti-Israel messaging, calling for revocation of the band's work visas over it.
Osbourne expressed that music should unite people, not serve as a platform for political agendas, especially during a time of global unrest.
Paul Tollett from Goldenvoice admitted he was blindsided by Kneecap's political display, triggering Osbourne's condemnation of both the festival and various performers.
Addressing Green Day, Osbourne acknowledged artists' rights to express opinions but insisted such discourse should happen in proper venues.
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