A hip-hop collective from Northern Ireland has confirmed a West Yorkshire appearance as part of an upcoming international tour.
Kneecap will take to the stage at Bradford Live on Friday, December 11, during the Fenian World Tour scheduled for 2026.
The upcoming tour follows a transformative period for the trio, who have established themselves through politically pointed songwriting, a distinctive fusion of musical styles, and energetic stage shows.
The group recently released the album Fenian, representing a significant artistic progression.
The Belfast-based act will return in 2026 to challenge musical boundaries and conventional expectations, according to recent communications from the band.
The artists described themselves as world-renowned figures beginning a fresh creative phase with new music and bold statements.
Production duties on Fenian were handled by Dan Carey, whose previous collaborations include work with Fontaines D.C., Kae Tempest, and Wet Leg.
The album incorporates elements of acid house, trip-hop, and dubstep while maintaining the act’s recognisable approach.
Kneecap emerged in 2017 as an independent venture with straightforward hip-hop production, subsequently developing into an international phenomenon.
The group’s trajectory has been marked by notable performances and significant media attention.
A biographical film bearing their name secured awards at both BAFTA and Sundance festivals.
Their initial release was the album Fine Art, while a high-profile Coachella appearance drew widespread discussion due to its connection to pro-Palestinian causes.
Additional career highlights encompass a performance at the Glastonbury Festival and two consecutive sold-out concerts at Dublin’s 3Arena in 2025, attracting an audience of 24,000.
The 2026 touring schedule also incorporates their largest headline performance yet, scheduled for Crystal Palace Park in the capital.
Bradford Live, the host venue, occupies a restored art deco building dating from the 1930s.
The property formerly operated as an Odeon cinema before undergoing a comprehensive £50 million restoration.
The venue now functions as a prominent entertainment, conference, and live music facility under the management of Trafalgar Entertainment.
Priority access to tickets commences at 10am on Wednesday, September 2 through the Bradford Live website.
General availability begins at 10am on Friday, September 4 via the same platform.
The event is anticipated to draw audiences from throughout the country for an evening showcasing the act’s dynamic musical presentation.