Superstruct Festivals Face Boycotts Over KKR's Controversial Investments
Mighty Hoopla, Field Day, and Boiler Room reaffirm ethical commitments as artists and activists protest KKR's ties to Israeli settlements and weapons firms.
Overview
- Mighty Hoopla, Field Day, and Boiler Room have issued statements addressing artist boycotts tied to their parent company, Superstruct Entertainment, owned by KKR.
- KKR, which acquired Superstruct in 2024, has come under scrutiny for investments in Israeli settlements, weapons manufacturing, and the Coastal GasLink pipeline.
- Over 50 artists, including Massive Attack and Brian Eno, signed an open letter to Field Day, with 11 artists, including Malissa, Ariana V, and Moontalk, withdrawing from the festival.
- Mighty Hoopla acknowledged the International Court of Justice's findings on Israel's actions in Gaza and reaffirmed its opposition to KKR's unethical investments.
- Boiler Room declared its unwavering pro-Palestine stance and plans to formalize internal policies to align with its ethical commitments.