The Murder Capital see second German show cancelled over Palestinian flag display

The Murder Capital have had a second show in Germany cancelled over their intention to have a Palestinian flag on stage with them.

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Yesterday (May 10), the Irish band saw their gig at Club Gretchen in Berlin called off after the venue learned of their plans to display the flag of Palestine, something they have done regularly in recent months.

Now, frontman James McGovern has confirmed with a social media video that their show on Sunday night (May 11) in Cologne’s Gebäude 9 has also been pulled for the same reason.

Instead, the band will play an acoustic show in the open air of the city’s Rheinpark from 8pm local time, with fans encouraged to bring their own acoustic guitar. “Everyone welcome,” the band have said.

A statement about tonight’s show in Cologne. More details to follow. Free Palestine. pic.twitter.com/rtUjhg4hvJ

— The Murder Capital (@MurderCapital_) May 11, 2025

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