State Department Revokes Visas for English Punk Duo Bob Vylan After Glastonbury Performance

NBC News • 30 Jun 21:41

The U.S. State Department revoked visas for an English rap punk duo following their performance at Glastonbury, where they led chants related to Gaza and the Israel Defense Forces.

NPR • 30 Jun 20:10

British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan led chants against the Israeli military during a live BBC broadcast. Irish-language rappers Kneecap are also under investigation.

Variety • 30 Jun 16:25

The BBC has released a statement regarding Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set, stating it "should have pulled" the livestream.

BBC • 30 Jun 16:00

The investigation follows performances by both bands on Saturday at the Glastonbury music festival in Somerset.

CNN • 30 Jun 14:19

British police are reviewing video footage of rap punk duo Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury set after one of the artists led chants criticized by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer as hate speech.

Deadline • 30 Jun 12:18

UTA has ended its representation of Bob Vylan following the duo's performance at Glastonbury Festival.

Deadline • 29 Jun 19:06

Glastonbury officials issued a statement addressing chants and comments made by British punk and hip hop duo Bob Vylan during their Saturday performance.

Variety • 29 Jun 10:42

Glastonbury organizers have addressed the controversy regarding Bob Vylan's set, during which a chant referencing the Israel Defense Forces was led.

BBC • 28 Jun 22:03

Chants from rap duo Bob Vylan were streamed live and included calls regarding the Israeli military.