Ye Headlines Wireless Festival 2026 Amid Controversy

0:00On April 2nd, Kanye West, now going by YA Way, is set to headline all three nights of wireless festival in 2026 at Finsbury Park. This marks his first UK gigs in a full decade. Announced on March 30th, it's a big return since his last wireless slot back in 2014 and a surprise London show the next year with, guests like Skepta and JME. Jewish groups, including the Leadership Council and Campaign Against Anti-Semitism, slammed the booking as deeply irresponsible over his past. Controversial statements. London Mayor Sadiq Khan jumped in with the statement on April 1st, calling YA-wise old comments in actions offensive and out of step with the cities, values. Organizers made the call alone, with no city hall input, so the festival rolls on amid the noise, leaving fans and critics watching close. Stay tuned with music news today, AI-powered updates.