Since the genocide in Palestine began, there have been a plethora of artists speaking out about it, from interviews all the way to headlining stages. As one of them himself, Paul Weller, previously of The Jam, launched two Gig for Gaza concerts, raising £250,000 for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) and Gaza Forever. And now, the third instalment is coming on 24 October 2026 at Troxy, London, with the likes of Sleaford Mods, Baxter Dury, Joe Armon-Jones, and Sinéad Ashiokai performing.
Listeners have been noting the artists who use their platforms to highlight the conflict and raise awareness of humanitarian organisations providing aid to Gazans, and giving their support to them. In light of the new Gig for Gaza 3, here’s a list of some of the artists who have dedicated themselves and their work to shining a light on Palestine.
Macklemore
Macklemore has not shied away from speaking about Palestine, even in situations that could have been detrimental to his career (i.e. Ed Sheeran’s tour). Following police raids on pro-Palestine encampments on university campuses, Macklemore penned ‘Hind’s Hall’ in honour of Hind Rajab, a young Palestinian girl who was killed by Israeli forces in 2024. The song expresses criticism of Israel’s occupation of Palestine and likens it to apartheid while supporting the students and staff protesting on campus. The title comes from the renaming of Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall to Hind’s Hall by protesters during the encampments.
Macklemore has been steadfast in his support since, consistently calling out both Israel and the United States for their part in the genocide. Following his departure from Ed Sheeran’s tour, he announced he would be hosting a Free Palestine Tour, with proceeds to be donated to Palestinian aid organisations. Expressing his support, Macklemore stated, “People are asking artists to show up... to push back when the call for a Free Palestine is met with attempts to silence it” (Instagram). The Free Palestine Tour will visit Dublin, Paris, and London on the 26th, 29th, and 30th of October 2026, respectively.
Kneecap
The Belfast trio has expressed solidarity with many causes and countries, perhaps none more than Palestine. They’ve spoken about the parallel histories between Ireland and Palestine since their formation in 2017. Even in the face of a terrorism charge brought against member Mo Chara over the alleged display of a Hezbollah flag at a London concert in 2024, Kneecap have made advocacy for Palestine an integral part of their music, performances, and presence in the industry. The charge was dismissed in September 2025, with a subsequent appeal rejected in March 2026. International backlash came after their 2025 Coachella set, where they displayed the messages “Israel is committing genocide against the Palestinian people”, “It is being enabled by the US government”, and “Fuck Israel / Free Palestine”.
Additionally, they’ve joined the No Music for Genocide boycott in protest against the Gaza genocide, aligning themselves with the wider Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel. From being a resounding talking point in global politics, Kneecap have solidified themselves as devoted supporters of Palestine and a leading voice in the music industry’s calls for the Gaza genocide to end.
Roger Waters
The Pink Floyd founder has had a long history of involvement with the conflict between Israel and Palestine, including fundraising concerts and formally endorsing the boycott of Israel in 2011. After 7 October 2023 and the bombardment of Gaza, Roger Waters signed an Artists Against Apartheid statement calling for Palestinian liberation. Despite criticism over his comments on Hamas, Waters continued to express his support for Palestinian liberation and condemn the mass killing of civilians by Israel.
On 21 June 2024, Waters joined Stand Up for Palestine to perform ‘Wish You Were Here’ alongside Dave Kilminster, reiterating the power of his music for social causes. After a heated appearance on Piers Morgan’s programme, Waters continued to take part in the BDS movement and expressed support for Palestine Action after it was proscribed as a terrorist organisation in the UK. Like Kneecap, he faced calls for prosecution, although no subsequent charges against him have been established. He continues to express his advocacy through music, including recording a new version of ‘Comfortably Numb’ with Palestinian artist Mona Miari.
Massive Attack
They started boycotting Israel in 1999 and never looked back. Massive Attack have been a constant presence in the conversation on the liberation of Palestine and major fundraisers for aid to Palestinians. Benefit performances and speaking out against Zionism have secured them as leaders in the Artists for Palestine movement. They have called for the release of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti and have hosted his son on stage to raise awareness of his father’s imprisonment and the overall Palestinian struggle against Israeli occupation.
For the past 27 years, Massive Attack have found many ways to support Palestine, never wavering from their stance taken in 1999. They have also expressed their support for other artists who have spoken out, including Kneecap. In a 2025 statement, they summarised their views: “Kneecap are not the story. Gaza is the story. Genocide is the story.”
Other Artists Who Have Shown Their Support
The musicians and groups above are just a few in a large pool of pro-Palestine artists who have raised awareness and donations during the genocide in Gaza. Other major artists such as Dua Lipa, Fontaines D.C., The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, Kehlani, and Damon Albarn have publicly expressed support for Palestine, with several also donating to organisations providing aid. The late Sinéad O’Connor was also a long-standing supporter of Palestinian rights before her passing in 2023. Projects like Together for Palestine, championed by Roxy Music’s Brian Eno, and No Music for Genocide have gathered support for the cause.
Art and liberation have long been intertwined, and these acts’ support of Palestine is another example. For Gig for Gaza 3, there will be a new influx of support for Palestinians, and with donations set to provide essential aid for Gazans, this list will only grow.
Gig for Gaza 3 will take place on 24 October 2026 to raise funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) and Gaza Forever at Troxy, London.