During this week's concerts, bands such as Amor Líquido and VVV [Tripping' you] have voiced strong criticism regarding housing accessibility. These performances featured banners and statements questioning the management of public administrations in the face of rising prices and evictions in the capital.
The controversy also reached the opening speech of the festival, where the current speculative model was questioned. For its part, the Madrid City Council has denied any prior censorship, maintaining that the cultural program is an open and plural space, although the mayor noted that political claims should be made in other settings.
A party is a party and a political protest should take place in the appropriate setting.
Tensions surrounding this issue have been exacerbated by an eviction carried out near the festival area, which prompted mobilizations by social groups. Meanwhile, the artists have defended their right to use the stages as a social platform, despite potential consequences for their professional careers.
