Jonny Greenwood defends collaboration with Israeli artist amid backlash

Radiohead's has spoken out against the backlash he has received for his collaboration with Israeli artist amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Pro-Palestine activists have accused Greenwood of "artwashing genocide," but he has defended his work with Tassa, calling the criticism "unprogressive" and a form of "silencing." Greenwood, known for his work as a composer and musician in Radiohead and The Smile, has been collaborating with Tassa since 2008. Last year, they released a joint album titled , which features Arabic love songs performed by artists from the Middle East. Despite the controversy surrounding their collaboration, Greenwood remains committed to his work with Tassa and believes that music should not be used as a tool for political agendas. He views the backlash as hindering progress and stifling artistic expression.