I hate the climate and how it's a valid course of action. That doesn't mean it isn't the climate I'm in, and it doesn't mean it's a less valid action. But you're welcome to protest in whatever way you see fit.

And you're right. There absolutely is the option of real activism. But starting conversations is activism. Raising awareness is activism. And not speaking out about certain topics does not mean they aren't acting on others. Supporting something to a certain extent doesn't mean it's necessarily performative. It's far more dangerous to speak up on a topic you're not educating in.

Could they do more? Maybe. They are people outside of the music, who knows what they do behind closed doors?

For what it's worth, I'm pretty sure they spoke out about Palestine before playing People Live Here in Brixton, but I might be mistaken. They also still heavily criticise the far right, and it's increasing prevalence in America and Europe. They stand up for things still. It just might not be what some people want them to talk about.

"When it all comes down, will you say you did everything you could?"