The rapper and activist is known for his visible political views and opinions on Israel and Palestine of late.
The politically-aware artist has spoken up on issues ranging from Palestine, Zionism to police brutality and Grenfell.
His music often speaks to those socio-political issues and social justice. Lowkey is both a hip-hop artist and political campaigner. He has worked with rappers like Immortal Technique, Wretch 32, Akala, Dead Prez and Outlawz.
He is part of the super group Mongrel alongside members of the Arctic Monkeys, Babyshambles and Reverend And The Makers.
Lowkey has been announced for a gig in Dublin at Button Factory on Saturday May 24th 2025, and Sunday May 25th at Empire Belfast.
Dublin tickets from €22 plus fees, Belfast from £25 plus fees… Tickets.
UK tour dates were also announced:
Lowkey’s most recent album Soundtrack to the Struggle 2 featured Noam Chomsky, Frankie Boyle and Ken Loach alongside musicians like Maverick Sabre.
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Niall Byrne is the founder of the most-influential Irish music site Nialler9, where he has been writing about music since 2005. He is the co-host of the Nialler9 Podcast and has written for the Irish Times, Irish Independent, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Cara Magazine, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, co-founder of Lumo Club, event curator, Indie Sleaze club promoter, and producer of gigs and monthly listening parties & events in Dublin.
