LFI Candidate Calls for Cancellation of Amir Concert in Brest
Brest, France – A candidate for the upcoming Brest municipal elections, representing La France Insoumise (LFI), is demanding the cancellation of a concert by singer Amir scheduled for December 16th at the Brest Arena. the call for cancellation stems from Amir’s past performances in Israel, which the LFI candidate deems incompatible with the party’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The controversy resurfaced following renewed calls for boycotts of Amir’s current Amir-C tour, fueled by his participation in events held in Israel. According to reports, the LFI candidate argues that hosting Amir in brest would send the wrong message and contradict the city’s values.This demand echoes previous protests, including a boycott of the Francofolies de Spa festival in Belgium earlier this year after Amir’s inclusion in the lineup.
Amir himself recently addressed the boycott calls on RTL, dismissing them as an “epiphenomenon” amplified by the internet and not reflective of public sentiment.He stated he was experiencing “great happiness” reconnecting with audiences despite “certain voices” attempting to disrupt his performances. The singer recently released a reissue of his album C amir, now titled C amir., featuring nine new tracks. The debate highlights the increasing intersection of artistic expression and political activism, notably concerning international conflicts and artists’ involvement in events held in disputed territories.