Industry Apr 1, 2026

Kanye West booking at Wireless Festival draws criticism from UK Jewish leadership

The group was joined by the Campaign Against Antisemitism in their condemnation of the booking of rapper who has repeatedly embraced pro-Nazi messaging and once sold swastika t-shirts.

Originally published by Billboard
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Kanye West booking at Wireless Festival draws criticism from UK Jewish leadership

The U.K.'s Jewish Leadership Council, alongside the Campaign Against Antisemitism, has deemed the booking of Kanye West for a three-night performance at the Wireless Festival as "deeply irresponsible." The condemnation follows West's past embrace of pro-Nazi messaging and controversial merchandise. Originally reported by Billboard.