On August 28, 2022, in Kuala Lumpur, during the music fest, the lead singer kissed a male bandmate during the performance. Malaysia’s government is against homosexuality and it is a crime that is punishable by up to 20 years in prison.“Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil slammed Matty Healy’s conduct late Friday at the start of the Good Vibes Festival as “very rude.” “ (Associated Press)
This incident sparked backlash and anger in the Muslim-majority nation. After this event, the music fest was canceled as Fahmi will not tolerate those who violate Malaysian law. From now on the band The 1975 is blacklisted from playing in Malaysia. Fahmi said it was an insult that disrespected the country. The lead singer, Healy, also kissed a male fan in the UAE, another country that outlaws homosexuality. This shows how many countries are against homosexuality and the crimes people can face in those countries.
This incident sparked backlash and anger in the Muslim-majority nation. After this event, the music fest was canceled as Fahmi will not tolerate those who violate Malaysian law. From now on the band The 1975 is blacklisted from playing in Malaysia. Fahmi said it was an insult that disrespected the country. The lead singer, Healy, also kissed a male fan in the UAE, another country that outlaws homosexuality. This shows how many countries are against homosexuality and the crimes people can face in those countries.
