David Draiman (Disturbed) Criticism Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine) for his support for Kneecap

David Draiman (Disturbed) strongly criticizes Tom Morello after his praise for Kneecap. Moreover, an Irish group accused of political provocation in the context of the war in Gaza.

“Ashamed” : Draiman reacts to the position of Morello – David draiman (disturbed) criticism tom

On July 12. Therefore, David Draiman published a virulent message on X to respond to recent statements from Tom Morello. Similarly, The latter had praised Kneecap. For example, an Irish hip-hop trio, like the true heirs of the protest spirit of Rage Against the Machine: “They are clearly the Against the Machine Rage today”he said in an interview to The Strombo Show.

Morello justified his admiration by emphasizing their outspokenness against the powerful. Moreover, while rejecting the accusations of extremism targeting them: “What is really like terrorism is the 20,000 Palestinian children who were killed”. For example, Kneecap. regularly at the heart of david draiman (disturbed) criticism tom controversies for his positions on the war in Gaza, had notably been dismissed from the roster of the agency independent artist group after a concert at Coachella tried provocative.

Proud defender of Israel, David Draiman replied without detour: “It’s shameful. Really. I would like to be able to say that I am surprised. Apparently. my family does not matter when it comes to playing the card of virtue for those who support terrorism and encourage hatred against the Jews.” The singer did not name Morello directly, but the target was obvious.

A political clash against the background of international tensions

The dispute between the two musicians is part of an already tense. context. In June 2024. David Draiman had been controversial by signing a shell of the Israeli army with the registration “Fuck Hamas”after the attacks of October 7, 2023. Since then, he fully assumed his pro-Israeli position, even if it means attracting david draiman (disturbed) criticism tom the wrath of part of the public. During his recent appearance at the concert Back To The Beginning In Birmingham. he had also been welcomed by a few hoots – an event to which he had responded in a long post (see our article on this subject).

For his part, Tom Morello continues his awareness campaign in favor of the rights of immigrants and the Palestinian population. He has just released a single with a strong political connotation. Pretend You Remember Mewhich is added to its many other activities.

This new episode once again highlights the ideological fracture that crosses the rock. metal scene, where political positions are now invited to the heart of artistic debates.

Shameful. Truly.

Wish I could say I was shocked.

Guess my family doesn’t count. when it comes to my “friend’s” virtue signaling for those who support terror, and incite Jew hatred. https://t.co/tbRNB3jDu4

– David Draiman 🟦🎗️🇺🇸🇮🇱✡️☮️ (@davidmdraiman) david draiman (disturbed) criticism tom July 12, 2025