CAMPAIGNERS in Bristol have issued a formal appeal to a venue to reconsider hosting artists that are linked to Israeli military performances in an open letter. 

The Bristol Beacon will be hosting Israeli artist Dudu Tassa and Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood on June 23.

The pair have been collaborating at events across Israel.

Mr Tassa has also performed for Israeli Defence Force (IDF) soldiers in military outposts, including as part of the "Stronger Than the Wind" initiative — an entertainment project organised by Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and Culture Minister Miki Zohar. 

Mr Gallant has been widely condemned by human rights organisations for overseeing military operations in Gaza, which have resulted in thousands of civilian deaths.

A Bristol Palestine Alliance (BPA) spokesperson said: “A venue that took a principled stance in renaming itself from Colston Hall, in order to sever its connection with colonialism and the legacy of slavery, should not now be associated with artists who have provided comfort to military forces accused of crimes against humanity.

“Bristol Beacon cannot claim to stand for equality, anti-racism, and progressive values while offering its stage to those who normalise or entertain militaries accused of genocide.”

In the open letter, the campaign group outlines the moral and reputational implications of hosting such artists amid growing international condemnation of Israel’s genocide in Gaza. 

“To be clear: this is not about censoring artists — it is about accountability, and staying true to the values we claim to uphold,” the letter reads.

“Music venues are more than just spaces for entertainment — they are cultural institutions with a responsibility to act with conscience.”

Bristol Beacon was approached for comment.