What’s up, music fam! Ready for some fresh beats with a message? Kneecap, the fearless rap trio from Belfast, just unleashed “Smugglers & Scholars,” a track that’s all about connecting with Ireland’s rebel past and gearing up for a brighter future. 💪🍀
This new track is a powerful sneak peek from their upcoming album Fenian, which hits the shelves on April 24 via Heavenly Recordings. This banger is packed with hard-hitting lyrics like “Smugglers and scholars/ Getting guns with American dollars,” throwing down the gauntlet and saying, “Did it before do it again no bother/ Don’t need your help with internal matters.” 🎤🔥
In a statement, Kneecap called the song a reminder of when folks came together to change the game in Ireland. It's not just about clashing with authority but also about hope and unity among the working class and academics fighting for a better tomorrow. 🙌🕊️
Fenian is Kneecap’s first major drop since their edgy political moves raised eyebrows and almost took them out of the game. They said, “They tried to stop us by branding Kneecap ‘terrorists’, with cancellations, with statements from the Prime Minister himself. But guess what? We’re still here, making noise and keeping it real.” 🎶🤘
Before 'Smugglers & Scholars', the crew shook things up with “Liar’s Tale” and its politically charged music video that clapped back at British PM Keir Starmer. The video made waves, calling out global issues and kicking off debates at Coachella 2025 with signs reading “Israel is committing genocide against the Palestinian people” and “Free Palestine.” The lyrics go, “You think we’d move on and forget what happened. Nah, they’re bringing it right at your doorstep!” 🗣️🔥
Kneecap’s not just here for the tea; they're taking it on tour! Catch them live across Europe and the UK, hitting top spots like Primavera Sound in Barcelona, Roskilde Festival in Denmark, and England’s very own Reading & Leeds Festivals. This summer, get ready to feel the fire of Kneecap live! 🎉🌍