Who we are.

Irish Musicians for Palestine is a collective of musicians and creatives primarily based in Ireland. The group was created to raise funds and awareness for the people of Palestine through music and community. The group's primary focus is to raise much needed humanitarian relief for those suffering in Gaza and the West Bank, whilst also raising awareness on the atrocities being committed by Israel. The organisation brings artists across different genres and disciplines into a shared effort to support civilians affected by violence and displacement in this ongoing humanitarian crisis.

We use live music events, art, cultural gatherings, and collaborative and creative merchandise in order to raise financial support for our selected humanitarian organisations, Aida, the Red Cross Palestine and Doctors Without Borders, all of which are working directly on the ground with the people in desperate need. These activities are rooted in community accessibility and the belief that art and culture can play a vital role in a call for justice.

why this matters ?

The current situation in Palestine needs urgent attention. Since Israel's assault began, multiple health officials have reported that the death toll of Palestinians has reached over 90,000, with over 38.5% of these deaths being children. For many Irish artists, the crisis has demanded a collective response that goes beyond statements or symbolism.

Ireland has a long history of understanding the effects of occupation and state violence. Irish music and culture have historically played a role in expressing resistance and preserving cultural identity. For many of the Irish people, the current situation is the occupied West Bank and Gaza, with the Irish historical experience.

how we operate.

Irish Musicians for Palestine is an artists led non profit collective. All musicians, artists and organisers involved contribute their time and work on a voluntary basis.

Live performances, events, and creative work are donated by artists associated with us, and we are always looking for new people to join the team. We organise music releases and cultural events specifically to raise funds for Humantrain Relief, with no performance fees paid. All money is raised through ticket sales, merchandise, and donations. This money goes towards people working on the ground in Palestine, like the Red Cross Palestine, Aida and Doctors Without Borders.

Further information about the incredible charities and funds raised can be found on the donations section of the website

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a message from Kneecap

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meet the artists

Irish musicians for palestine is delighted to have some of the most culturally important voices in the irish music scene today

fontaines d.c

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Fontaine’s D.C. are one of the most defining voices in modern Irish music, capturing contemporary Irish identity through themes of class, and resistance. As one of Ireland's newest bands to achieve global recognition, they have leveraged their cultural influence to speak openly in support of Palestine and broader human rights struggles. Highlighting the bands' want to align their success with accountability and solidarity.

Kneecap

Kneecap has become one of the most culturally significant Irish acts of their generation, With the group having a huge role to play in the resurgence of the Irish language through music, hip hop, satirical comedy, and radical politics. Coming from a working class background in West Belfast, they use their platform to challenge colonialism, state violence, and cultural destruction. The band has been incredibly outspoken about the current genocide being committed in Palestine and its been At the expense of their career, resulting in the band seeing world tours canceled and media smear campaigns brought against them, yet they have continued to speak out against the Israeli military.

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The mary wallopers

Lankum have earned there spot as one of the most culturally important interpreters of Irish traditional music, they have reshaped it into something immersive, inspired, and deeply political. Their work confronts Ireland's colonial past and social trauma, drawing clear parallels to present day injustices, and their solidarity with Palestine reflects a broader commitment to anti colonial and community focused politics.

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lankum

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christy moore

Christy Moore is a foundational icon in Irish political and folk music, with a lifelong dedication to social justice. His work has always centered on marginalized voices and international solidairty through irish comparison, making his support for Palestine a reminder of a long standing moral and cultural stance. Cristy Moore exists as a historic backbone of Irish musicians for Palestine and is living proof of the power music has in protest.

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hozier

The Mary Wallopers are at the forefront of Irish folk music and are playing a vital role in carrying tradition as a form of political expression, community, and storytelling. Deeply rooted in their working class Irish culture, their music celebrates resistance and the collective memory of a past. Further continuing their support for the oppressed people of Palestine has caused them to have shows cancelled and festival slots pulled .

Hozier is one of the most recognizable artists, not just in Ireland but all over the world. Combining cultural reach with a strong public commitment to human rights and humanitarian causes. Over the last few years, Hozier has taken the time at his live show to speak compassionately to the audiences urgeing them to reach out to their local representatives to put pressure on governments to hold Israel accountable for their actions. Hozier is an incredibly proud Irishman and perfectly represents the Irish musicians for Palestine by aiming to connect Irish music's global influence with the principle of solidarity.

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