Irish rap trio Kneecap have unveiled their new single 'No Comment,' a collaboration with DJ and producer Sub Focus that addresses the dismissed terrorism charge against member Mo Chara. The track features drum 'n' bass elements and artwork inspired by a Banksy mural. It follows recent standalone releases and arrives amid the group's UK tour.
Track Details
Kneecap's 'No Comment' is a two-minute drum 'n' bass track that lyrically tackles the legal harassment faced by Mo Chara, whose real name is Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh. The song references Chara's terrorism charge, which stemmed from allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag and shouting support for Hamas and Hezbollah at a London gig in November 2024. Charged in May 2025, the case was dismissed in September due to a technicality involving the statute of limitations.
“‘No Comment’ is all about getting harassed by the British State,” Kneecap stated. “Simple as. Us Irish are well used to it, been happening for centuries. Was a pleasure to work with Sub Focus on this, the man is a legend.”
Artwork and Release
The single's cover art incorporates a Banksy mural from London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a protester under a judge's gavel. The artwork was removed upon discovery, prompting Kneecap to call it a perfect depiction of their situation and criticize the removal as an attempt to erase complicity in broader issues.
Available on limited-edition vinyl with 'Get Your Brits Out' as the B-side, 'No Comment' succeeds earlier 2025 singles 'The Recap' (featuring Mozey) and 'Sayōnara' (with Orbital's Paul Hartnoll). The track debuted live at Kneecap's Wembley Arena show on September 18, 2025, during their ongoing UK headline tour, which includes a performance in Bristol on November 18.
Legal Context
Despite the dismissal, the Crown Prosecution Service announced plans to appeal. Kneecap labeled it 'political policing,' driven by politicians and media. Chara, who performed under the stage name during the incident, stated he is considering legal action against the British state, describing the process as a 'circus' and distraction from real issues. On stage at Wembley, he remarked, “I wasn’t the first and I won’t be the last Irishman in court in London on trumped up terrorism charges.”