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France’s Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez is exploring a legal ban on Kanye West from performing at a June Marseille show after antisemitic remarks, with Marseille’s mayor opposing the event; Le Monde notes bans require strict public-order conditions, following West’s UK ban and festival fallout.
France is evaluating whether Kanye West (Ye) can be barred from performing June 11 at Marseille’s Vélodrome due to backlash over past antisemitic remarks, with officials citing potential criminal offense or public order risks; the stance follows his UK Wireless Festival travel ban and sponsor withdrawals, though West continues to draw crowds elsewhere.
Rolling Stone revisits how Kanye West (Ye) was refused entry to the UK, leading to Wireless Festival’s three-night cancellation after sponsors pulled support. The piece also recalls other artists denied or delayed entry over the years—Snoop Dogg (2006–2008), Busta Rhymes, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Tyler, the Creator, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Benny the Butcher, and Ja Rule—often for criminal history, past conduct, or rhetoric deemed not conducive to the public good. Some bans were later eased or overturned, illustrating a broader pattern of UK immigration decisions affecting major tours and appearances.
Drake's final set at London's Wireless Festival was unexpectedly short, lasting only 40 minutes due to strict curfews, disappointing fans who expected a longer performance with more guest appearances, and ending on a sour note with signs of agitation from the artist.
Drake headlined three nights at London's Wireless Festival, performing to over 150,000 fans and featuring numerous special guests, demonstrating his enduring relevance and strong ties to the UK music scene despite recent controversies.
Drake made history as the first artist to headline all three days of London's Wireless Festival, performing his new single 'What Did I Miss?' and expressing gratitude to the UK for their support. The event also featured performances by other artists and marked a significant moment in his ongoing music career, with anticipation for his upcoming ninth studio album.