Barbara Butch concert cancelled in Amiens after boycott call

A concert featuring French DJ and activist Barbara Butch, scheduled for September 19 at La Lune des pirates venue in Amiens, France, has been cancelled. The venue cited that security conditions were "no longer met" for the event, which was to include three artists. The cancellation follows an appeal for boycott by the Association France Palestine Solidarité (AFPS), which claimed "victory" in response. The AFPS had called for the boycott, and its statement suggests the cancellation was a result of that pressure. The event was part of a cultural program in Amiens, and the decision has sparked reactions, though specific reasons for the security concerns were not detailed. Barbara Butch, known for her work as a DJ and LGBTQ+ advocate, has been a prominent figure in French electronic music and activism. The cancellation highlights ongoing tensions around cultural events and political boycotts, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as AFPS is a pro-Palestinian solidarity group. The venue's decision underscores the impact of activist campaigns on cultural programming.