Kneecap

Kneecap are a trailblazing, controversial political hip-hop trio hailing from West Belfast in Northern Ireland. The group, formed in 2017, consists of Mo Chara (Kevin Carson), Móglaí Bap (Andrew McLellan), and DJ Provaí (Eoghan McCann). The group rose to fame for their unapologetic and politically charged lyrics, delivered in a mix of English and Irish (Gaeilge). Their music often addresses themes of social justice and the lived experiences of the working class in Northern Ireland. By rapping in Irish, Kneecap not only preserve the language but also give it a modern twist that has struck a chord with younger audiences. They burst onto the music scene with their debut single "C.E.A.R.T.A" (meaning "rights" in Irish) in 2017 and have since racked up several hit singles and EPs, such as 2018 debut mixtape 3CAG and "Get Your Brits Out." Their second album Fine Art was a critical and commercial success, produced by the legendary Toddla T and featuring several guest stars including Fontaines D.C. lead singer Grian Chatten and London rapper, singer, and songwriter Jelani Blackman. The LP shot to the top of the UK R&B Albums Chart while reaching number 2 on the Irish Album charts. The same year, they co-wrote and starred in the semi-fictional biographical film Kneecap, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Kneecap had a turbulent period in 2025, marked by legal issues related to some of their public statements, as well as the cancellation of a planned U.S. tour and several other shows. In 2026, the trio made returned with the single "Liars Tale," the lead release from their album Fenian, which came out on May 1, 2026.