Event Brief
Damon Albarn urges artists: “Don’t ever be neutral”
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 3:05 AM ET
Summary: Gorillaz frontman Damon Albarn spoke out as the band kicked off a US tour, saying, “Don’t ever be neutral.” His comments come amid ongoing debate about artists’ freedom to express views on Palestine and follow criticism of neutrality from figures including Ed Sheeran.
WHO: Damon Albarn
WHAT: Albarn urged people not to be neutral in response to debates about artists speaking out on Palestine.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 2:38 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The remarks were triggered by ongoing discussion about whether artists can freely express their thoughts about Palestine, including condemnation of neutrality by other public figures.
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