The Glastonbury 'death' chant that sparked a firestorm
Music has always been a powerful form of protest, but rap band Bob Vylan could be facing criminal charges after leading a chant at Glastonbury calling for ‘death’ to the Israeli military. The incident was shown on the BBC and the broadcaster, festival organisers and the UK Prime Minister have all raised concerns about anti-Semitism. Today, British music journalist Dorian Lynskey on the controversy and when protests by musicians go too far. Featured: Dorian Lynskey, British music journalist, author and podcaster
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Music has always been a powerful form of protest, but rap band Bob Vylan could be facing criminal charges after leading a chant at Glastonbury calling for ‘death’ to the Israeli military.
The incident was shown on the BBC and the broadcaster, festival organisers and the UK Prime Minister have all raised concerns about anti-Semitism.
Today, British music journalist Dorian Lynskey on the controversy and when protests by musicians go too far.
Featured:
Dorian Lynskey, British music journalist, author and podcaster