Kneecap has achieved the highest UK chart position for an Irish language album with their new release Fenian. The West Belfast band landed at number two and announced they will donate all earnings from the sales to charity.
The album, released on May 1 as the follow-up to their 2024 debut Fine Art, features collaborations with Kae Tempest, Radie Peat and Fawzi. It outperformed the band's previous peak of number 42 and was held from the top spot only by The Essential Michael Jackson compilation.
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Irish rap trio Kneecap have unveiled their new single 'Smugglers & Scholars', the second track from their forthcoming album 'FENIAN', set for release on April 24. The song premiered on Zane Lowe's Apple Music 1 show and draws on Ireland's revolutionary history with influences from Detroit hip-hop. The group describes it as a hopeful reflection on times when working-class people, academics, and others united for a better future.
Belfast rap trio Kneecap released their second album 'Fenian' amid controversy from a dismissed UK terrorism charge. In an NME interview, the band discussed reclaiming derogatory terms, their pro-Palestine stance, and Ireland's rising cultural confidence. They described the legal battle as a 'carnival of distraction' from real issues.
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The Irish rap trio Kneecap has released a new single, "Smugglers & Scholars," from their upcoming album Fenian. The track reflects on revolutionary times in Ireland and follows political controversies involving the group. The album is set for release on April 24 via Heavenly Recordings.
Ist Ist has reached number one on the latest UK Record Store Chart with their new album Dagger. This marks their fifth studio album, described in a review as the band doing what makes them happy. The chart also features entries from Hayley Williams, Joji, and others.
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Kneecap, Teddy Swims and Wet Leg headline new additions to Romania's Electric Castle 2026 festival. The acts join previously announced headliners The Cure and Twenty One Pilots for the event at Bánffy Castle from July 16 to 19.
Dave and Tem's 'Rain Dance' holds the number one spot on the Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart for the week of 6 February 2026 to 12 February 2026. The track marks its 15th week in the top position. Prince and The Revolution's 'Purple Rain' remains at number two after 135 weeks on the chart.
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Zayn's new single 'Die for Me' has debuted at number one on the Official British Asian Music Chart for the week ending February 18, 2026. The chart, compiled by the Official Charts Company based on sales and streams, highlights the UK's leading British Asian songs. It is broadcast on BBC Asian Network.