Jonny Greenwood Responds to Boycott Tour Cancellations: "It's Like Taking Books Off the Shelves" - Firm Stand Against Censorship
Jonny Greenwood, Radiohead guitarist, took a stand against canceling shows in 2025 with Dudu Tassa, comparing boycotts to "taking books off the shelves". The shows were canceled after pressure from the BDS movement due to links to Israel.
Greenwood defended the importance of Israeli music and art: "Canceling music is the same as taking books off shelves". He highlighted that collaboration rescues old songs and promotes peace, not division. Despite protests, the artist remains focused on solo projects and Radiohead.
A powerful reflection on art, politics and freedom of expression. Read the full statement and understand the context of this current controversy in the music world.