Massive Attack respond after Singapore ban over Palestine display
The UK band says they are "surprised and disappointed" by their treatment over shouting "free Palestine" at a concert there.
Massive Attack expressed surprise and disappointment over their treatment by Singaporean authorities following a pro-Palestine performance in the city-state. The band's members were detained, isolated, and questioned during their July 29 show, with some subjected to hotel room searches and temporary passport confiscation. Holding up a Palestinian flag and chanting "Free Palestine," Massive Attack faced an indefinite ban on returning to Singapore, with band members Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall receiving stern warnings for alleged offenses under laws restricting the display of foreign flags and political expressions at public events.
The band described the situation as a "surreal experience" and expressed pride in making the impromptu expression with fans in Singapore, who showed solidarity with the people of Palestine. The band's Instagram post garnered support from fans, with many praising their stance. Singapore has strict rules on public speech and assembly, and authorities have advised against public displays related to the Israel-Gaza war.
Massive Attack is known for openly expressing political views on various issues, including the Gaza war.
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