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The Murder Capital Performs Outdoor Sets After German Shows Cancelled Over Palestinian Flag

The Irish band defied German restrictions by continuing to display the Palestinian flag, framing it as a humanitarian statement, not a political one.

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Overview

  • The Murder Capital's shows in Berlin and Cologne were cancelled after the band refused to remove a Palestinian flag from their stage setup.
  • In response, the band held impromptu outdoor acoustic performances in both cities, connecting directly with fans.
  • Germany’s strict hate speech and antisemitism laws influenced the cancellations, as authorities deemed the flag a political symbol.
  • The band maintains that the flag represents a humanitarian stance, emphasizing solidarity with the Palestinian people amidst ongoing violence in Gaza.
  • The cancellations follow The Murder Capital’s consistent activism, including donating proceeds from their single ‘Love Of Country’ to Medical Aid for Palestine.