Wireless Festival
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has criticized Wireless Festival's booking of Ye for its 2026 edition at Finsbury Park, following initial condemnations from Jewish groups over the rapper's antisemitic history. Khan's spokesperson stated the artist's past comments are 'offensive and wrong' and not reflective of the city's values.
Reported by AI
The Jewish Leadership Council and Campaign Against Antisemitism have condemned Wireless Festival's decision to book Kanye West as headliner for its 2026 edition, citing his repeated antisemitic comments amid a surge in UK antisemitism. The announcement, made on March 30, schedules West for all three nights, July 10-12 at London's Finsbury Park.
March 30, 2026 10:55