'Death to the IDF' chant echoes through Glastonbury Festival amid Gaza war anger

A rap duo on stage at the Glastonbury Festival led chants of “death to the IDF”, a reference to the Israeli army, during their Saturday performance, as pro-Palestinian sentiment surged among festivalgoers.

London-based group Bob Vylan delivered the chant multiple times while on stage, prompting many in the crowd - some waving Palestinian flags - to echo the words.

The performance came just before a scheduled appearance by Northern Irish hip-hop group Kneecap, whose vocal support for Palestinian rights has already drawn political scrutiny.

The BBC streamed Bob Vylan’s set live without censoring the chant or lyrics, though it later blocked the live broadcast of Kneecap’s set, alleging editorial guidelines.

Bob Vylan - comprising vocalist/guitarist Bobby Vylan and drummer Bobbie Vylan - are known for fusing punk, grime and hip-hop with socially conscious themes. Their lyrics frequently address racism, mental health, and gentrification in Britain’s Black communities.

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