Fawzi and Smokaholic to Join KNEECAP European Tour
The Palestinian artists will join the trio on their FENIAN tour starting this November.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Cultural
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Palestinian artists Fawzi and Smokaholic are set to join KNEECAP for their European tour, which kicks off on November 6, 2026. The collaboration follows their previous work together on the track Palestine from the group's FENIAN album.
Why it matters
The tour announcement continues a trend of cross-cultural musical collaboration for the trio, who recently visited the Garvaghy Road community in Portadown.
KNEECAP will conclude their 2026 performance schedule in Ireland with a show at Dublin's 3Arena on December 16.
The players
KNEECAP
KNEECAP is a hip-hop trio from Belfast known for their politically charged lyrics and advocacy.
Fawzi
Fawzi is a Palestinian artist signed to the BLTNM record label who collaborated on the KNEECAP track Palestine.
Smokaholic
Smokaholic is a Palestinian musician associated with the BLTNM record label.
Nadya Layla Rasheed
Nadya Layla Rasheed is the Palestinian Ambassador who appeared onstage with KNEECAP during their recent Mexico City show.
The details
Fawzi and Smokaholic, who are signed to the Ramallah-based BLTNM label, have both released music in 2026, including the tracks VISA and SLV respectively. The tour news comes after KNEECAP's recent show in Mexico City, where they were joined onstage by Palestinian Ambassador Nadya Layla Rasheed.
Timeline
Fawzi and Smokaholic released their track Fish Majal on June 1, 2026.
Smokaholic released the track SLV on August 1, 2026.
KNEECAP visited the Garvaghy Road community in October 2026.
The FENIAN world tour European leg kicks off on November 6, 2026.
KNEECAP performs at Dublin's 3Arena on December 16, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The tour integrates international artists into the FENIAN world tour, signaling a shift toward more collaborative, globalized performances for the group. This move follows the pattern set by KNEECAP's FENIAN album release, extending the creative partnerships established during the recording process.
Fans can attend the Dublin performance at the 3Arena on December 16, which marks the trio's final show in Ireland for 2026. This performance serves as the capstone for the Irish leg of the tour, limiting availability for local audiences looking to see the group this year.
The takeaway
The addition of Fawzi and Smokaholic highlights how touring musicians are increasingly using their global platforms to spotlight regional artists. Listeners interested in the tour should monitor official ticket platforms for dates following the November 6 start.
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